How To Make Professional Scrunchies like High-End Stores

There are lots of ways to make scrunchies, but which ones are professional? I bought & deconstructed 13 scrunchies (worth $65). Here’s exactly how to create professional scrunchies like stores! I even made free sewing patterns based on them (download here). Contents list: How do stores make scrunchies? (materials, elastic, sewing methods). What supplies you … Read more

How To Make Fabric Hair Tie Bows + FREE Pattern (4 Sizes)

Here’s the simplest way to make hair tie bows out of fabric. I’ve created a step-by-step photo tutorial below, and a free pattern in 4 sizes. Give your hair tie (aka. ponytail) a new “oomph”. This is a great scrap fabric project idea. And it makes very cute diy gifts! Pin this image to bookmark … Read more

How to Make Twisted Turban Headbands: PRO Way + Free Pattern

I bought 2 twisted ‘turban’ headbands ($5.50 and $24) and took them apart. Here’s exactly how to copy those professionally made headbands. This diy headband design includes: A twisted knot in the middle. Stretchy knit fabric, so it feels comfy. And the fabric edges won’t fray, so you don’t need to finish them. Elastic at … Read more

14 Bucket Hat Sewing Patterns for Women, Men & Baby (5 Free)

A bucket hat is a lightweight hat used for sun protection. It has a downward-sloping brim, and sometimes eyelets for ventilation. (source) Here are the best sewing patterns I’ve found for bucket hats! I’ve included: Multiple sizes for men, women, children, and babies. Bucket hats with strings and reversible designs. Bucket hats with different brim … Read more

How to Make Scrunchies with Tails + FREE Printable Pattern

Here’s how I make scrunchies with tails. You can download the printable template I use here. Video sewing tutorials: This tutorial covers how to make: a tail the main scrunchie using a hair tie. For step-by-step written instructions, go to my diy scrunchie with hair tie post. If you’re using elastic or a fabric that … Read more

DIY Seamless Scrunchie with Free Pattern & Video Tutorial

**2022 UPDATE: I no longer recommend this blog post for making seamless scrunchies. I bought and deconstructed 13 scrunchies from stores to see how professional scrunchies are made. I created a new tutorial that reveals their methods for making seamless, professional-quality scrunchies. So I recommend reading that instead 🙂 Every few years, my family round … Read more

FREE Oversized Sleep Mask Pattern for Beginners: PDF + Video

I designed this free sleep mask pattern (download here) to be easy for beginners to sew. This is an extra soft, oversized style mask. It will cover most of your forehead and nose. This small sewing project is perfect for: Scrap fabrics! DIY gifts for family and friends. I’d make a matching scrunchie, fabric gift … Read more