Damon Mcknight
Scrunchies are back in style and are a fun, quick, and easy DIY project. They can be made in any colour or fabric type and are a great way to use up fabric scraps. To make a scrunchie, you will need fabric, thread, elastic, scissors, pins, and a sewing machine or needle. Cut a rectangle from your chosen fabric, fold it in half lengthwise, and sew the ends together to create a tube. Attach a safety pin to one end of the tube and turn it inside out, then thread elastic through the tube and sew the ends together. Finally, stitch the gap shut, and your scrunchie is ready to wear or gift!
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Quick, easy, and fun to make |
| Skills | Basic sewing skills such as machine straight stitches, threading elastic, and hand slip-stitching |
| Tools | Sewing shears, fabric, hand-sewing needle, elastic, safety pin, thread, sewing machine |
| Fabric | Velvet, linen, silk, cotton, or any other preferred type or scrap fabric |
| Fabric Size | 12cmx60cm, 14" by 3" (35 x 8 cm), 16 x 45cm, 24 x 45cm, 21.5” x 3”, or 54 cm x 8 cm |
| Elastic | 6mm, 27cm (small), 31cm (large), or 5" (13cm) long |
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Choosing fabric
When it comes to choosing fabric for your scrunchie, the world is your oyster! You can use any type of fabric you like, and even coordinate your scrunchie with your favourite outfits. If you're new to sewing, consider using a simple fabric such as cotton. More slippery fabrics like silk or polyester can give your scrunchie a polished look, but they may be harder to sew with.
You can also get creative and use fabric remnants or scraps to reduce waste. Velvet, linen, Liberty Tana Lawn, and Silk Crepe de Chine are just a few examples of fabrics that can be used to make scrunchies. You can even add some lace, ric-rac, or other trims to the seam for a unique touch.
The amount of fabric you'll need will depend on the size of the scrunchie you want to make. For a small scrunchie, you'll need a rectangle of fabric that is approximately 14" by 3" (35 x 8 cm). For a larger scrunchie, cut a rectangle that is 24 x 45 cm. If you're making a classic-sized scrunchie, cut long rectangular strips at 21.5" x 3" or 54 cm x 8 cm.
Experiment with different rectangle sizes to create giant or tiny scrunchies, and don't be afraid to add your own personal touches to make your scrunchies extra special.
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Cutting the fabric
Once you have cut your fabric to the desired size, you will need to fold it in half lengthwise, with the right sides of the fabric together. This will create a tube for the elastic to pass through. If you want to add a bow to your scrunchie, you can cut a separate piece of fabric and follow a pattern to create the desired shape. You can also add lace, ric-rac, or other trims to the seam for a unique touch.
It is important to choose the right type of fabric for your scrunchie. Cotton is a popular choice, but you can also use slippery silk or polyester for a shiny, polished look. Keep in mind that these fabrics may be harder to sew and might slip off your head more easily. You can also use fabric scraps or remnants to reduce waste and create unique, personalised scrunchies.
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Sewing the fabric
Once you have your rectangle, fold it in half lengthwise, with the right sides of the fabric facing each other. Sew along the long edge, leaving a small gap. This gap will be used later to turn the fabric tube right side out. The size of the gap can vary, but it should be around 1.5 inches or 4 cm. It's important to backstitch at the beginning and end of your stitches to secure them.
Now, you need to turn the fabric tube right side out. This can be tricky, so you may need to use a pencil, chopstick, or safety pin to help guide the fabric through. Once the tube is right side out, you will need to thread your elastic through the tube. For a small scrunchie, cut your elastic to 27 cm, and for a large scrunchie, cut it to 31 cm. You can attach a safety pin to one end of the elastic to help guide it through the tube, and make sure to hold onto the other end so it doesn't get lost inside the fabric.
Finally, sew the ends of the elastic together securely. You can use a hand needle and thread, or a sewing machine for this step. Once the elastic is securely joined, blind stitch the gap in the fabric tube shut, and your scrunchie is ready to wear!
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Adding elastic
Cutting and Preparing the Elastic:
First, cut a piece of elastic for your scrunchie. The length will depend on the size of your scrunchie. For a small scrunchie, cut the elastic to approximately 27 cm in length. If you're making a larger scrunchie, you'll need a longer piece, around 31 cm. You can also use a thick hair tie as an alternative to elastic.
Threading the Elastic:
Now it's time to thread the elastic through the fabric tube you've created. Attach a safety pin to one end of the elastic. This will help guide it through the tube. Hold onto the other end of the elastic to ensure it doesn't get lost inside the fabric as you work. Carefully work the safety pin and elastic through the tube, using the pin to navigate and push the fabric along.
Securing the Elastic:
Once your elastic is fully threaded, it's time to secure it in place. Using a hand needle and thread, stitch back and forth through the elastic, going all the way around. This step ensures the elastic is securely fastened and won't come apart. It's essential to use a strong and stretchy thread, such as SoftLoc™, which can withstand the tension and movement of the elastic without tearing.
Finishing Touches:
After securing the elastic, carefully stitch the opening of the fabric tube closed. Use an invisible stitch, pulling the needle through the wrong side of the fabric to hide the knot. Now your scrunchie is almost complete! Give it a final press or iron to ensure the fabric is smooth and flat, and your scrunchie is ready to wear or gift!
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Finishing touches
Now for the finishing touches!
Turn the tube right side out. You may need to use a pencil or chopstick to help push all the fabric through. If the tube is too narrow for your fingers, use a safety pin. Attach it to one end and guide it through, just as you would when threading elastic into a casing.
Thread your elastic through the tube. You can use a hand needle and thread to stitch back and forth through the elastic, securing it so that it doesn't come apart. Make sure to use a strong thread that has a lot of stretch so that it can move with the elastic without tearing. Pull the needle through the wrong side of the fabric to hide the knot and carefully hand stitch the opening.
Tie the ends of the elastic together in a tight knot. The fabric tube should naturally scrunch up around the elastic. You can experiment with the size of your rectangle to make giant or tiny scrunchies. Try making some to wear at the tail end of a braid.
Turn the raw edges of the tube under and hand-stitch all the way around the edge to close your scrunchie. You can also use a simple running stitch to close the gap. Blind stitch the gap shut, and your scrunchie is complete!
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Frequently asked questions
You will need fabric, thread, elastic, scissors, pins, and a sewing machine or needle.
Cotton is a good option, but you can also use slippery silk or polyester for a shiny, polished look. Velvet, linen, and silk crepe de Chine are also popular choices.
For a small scrunchie, cut a rectangle that is 16 x 45 cm. For a larger scrunchie, cut a rectangle that is 24 x 45 cm. The classic scrunchie size is 21.5" x 3" or 54 cm x 8 cm.
First, fold your fabric in half lengthwise with the right sides together. Stitch a seam allowance along the length, leaving a gap so you can turn the fabric into a tube. Attach a safety pin to one end of the tube and turn it right side out. Cut a piece of elastic and thread it through the tube, then tie a knot. Hand-stitch the edges to close your scrunchie.
To make a scrunchie with a bow, follow the basic scrunchie instructions but experiment with the rectangle size to make a larger scrunchie. Cut a piece of fabric for the bow, fold it in half lengthwise, and stitch it onto the seam of the scrunchie.
