Scrunchies - Using Fabric Scraps for 80’s Style
Have you ever noticed how cyclical fashion seems to be? Well, like it or not, it seems like some 80’s styles are back, including the scrunchie! I’ve been planning my outfits for an upcoming Disney trip, and I realized that scrunchies might just be the perfect finishing touch for some of my looks.
I have a TON of fabric that I’ve bought over the years that I don’t know what to do with. Some I have a couple yards of, but others I just have scraps of, but it’s too pretty (and just too much) to throw away (these scraps bring me joy, I promise!) - so I thought why not try making a scrunchie (or a million)? And if it doesn’t work out, at least I tried something and I’m only out a scrap of fabric.
I Googled around and found a YouTube tutorial that was simple and easy to follow.
Cut a rectangle of fabric that is 22” x 3.5”
Fold in half right sides together.
On one end fold over about a half inch - it kind of looks like a hem for one open end. Pin.
Sew along the long edge.
Turn the tube right side out. It’s pretty easy if you use a safety pin.
Cut 9” of ¼ inch elastic. Use a safety pin to string it through the tube.
Tie the ends of the elastic in a knot. Move the knot into the tube an inch or so.
Put the unfinished end of the scrunchie inside the finished end, pin and sew shut.
Voila! You’re now the proud owner of a super chic DIY accessory. The great thing about these is that you can work through some of your scraps and make scrunchies for any occasion/outfit! The possibilities are endless!
