By Christina Dennis
I love scarves; they are the epitome of fall accessories. They’re perfect for layering and transitioning lighter fall clothing into cooler weather and scarves can add a beautiful pop of colour or pattern to what might otherwise be a dull outfit.
Infinity scarves are a kind of tubular scarf that’s attached at both ends. They’re usually stretchy, and you can wrap them around your neck once, twice, or sometimes three times for different looks/warmth levels. This type of scarf is a breeze to make, and I’d love to show you how!
Supplies:
- 2 yards of very lightweight fabric (I prefer stretchy fabric like rayon/cotton/bamboo/polyester knit jersey but you could also use woven lightweights like cotton voile, cotton lawn)
- hand sewing needle + thread
I used Designer stretch Polyester Jersey Knit Floral Purple/Teal/Grey
for the floral scarf and a polyester jersey I found at a local fabric store for the leopard print scarf.
Instructions:
Cut your fabric in half lengthwise so that you have two long strips (you can make two scarves out of two yards!). Fold the fabric in half again lengthwise with the right sides together. Pin and sew the raw edges together (I used a serger, but you could use a regular sewing machine with a 5/8 inch seam).
Pull the tube to the right side out, and then pull one end over the other so that the right sides are together again and the two raw edges meet, as pictured above.
Here’s the trickiest part (and it’s not even that tricky), but it gives the scarf a cool twist that helps it lay flat: Twist the inside layer so that its seam meets the opposite side of the outer layer’s seam, as pictured above. Basically, you’re twisting the inside layer 180 degrees. Pin the raw edges together..
Sew the raw edges together leaving a 2″ opening.
Turn the scarf right side out and hand-stitch the opening closed. Voila! Your scarf is ready to be worn & loved.
Twist it once for a drapey look.
(I like to model scarves in front of my messy bookcase and beside my full basket of laundry.)
Twist it three times for a snug cowl.
(I also like to modal scarves in front of my fridge, at night.)
(Giveaway closed as of 09-30-2012 @ 10:00 pm MST.)
Jen Banks says
September 5, 2012 at 8:32 amI would wear it to dress up jeans and a t-shirt 🙂
Jen Kinal says
September 5, 2012 at 9:52 amI would wear it with jeans a tank and a cardigan – They are gorgeous! Great work!
Nadia says
September 5, 2012 at 9:58 amI would wear it with my fall/spring jacket
emily says
September 5, 2012 at 10:01 amI would wear it with everything!
Sherri Byrtus says
September 5, 2012 at 10:12 amI would wear it with my casual pants and my t-shirts with lace at the bottom to work on every cold day in Alberta!!
Sherri Byrtus says
September 5, 2012 at 10:20 amShared Post via Facebook.
Thank you!!
Jocelyn L says
September 5, 2012 at 10:29 amBlack tank top, dark jeans and Tall boots
Jenna Hobbs says
September 5, 2012 at 2:10 pmI would wear it with one of my plain shirts and black leggings to add a little style. God knows I need style 😉
francine says
September 5, 2012 at 10:58 pmShared on Facebook!
francine says
September 5, 2012 at 10:59 pmTweeted! https://twitter.com/francyphoto
francine says
September 5, 2012 at 11:02 pmI would LOVE to wear both with a pair of dark skinny jeans, a white tank & my lovely grey leather jacket! PLEASE!!!
Karla Ziegler says
September 6, 2012 at 8:29 amI’d wear it with jeans and a sweater for a cosy fall look 🙂
Zoe Y. says
September 6, 2012 at 2:05 pmI would wear this with dark jeans, a white shirt, and black knee high boots!
Van says
September 7, 2012 at 11:57 pmI’d wear a nice tee or chiffon top with my favorite dark indigo jeans each! That would then make it a breeeezy outfit! But I really would love to try pastel pink jeans with that gorgeous purple & blue scarf. Maybe I’ll even add a little lace vest to make it even sweeter. To finish it off, I’ll wear my riding boots all the way.
Van H. says
September 8, 2012 at 12:01 amAlso shared old-school via email.
[Thanks for an awesome tut!]
Lillian Lau says
September 8, 2012 at 12:15 pmI would wear your lovely scarfs with a baggy gray pullover sweater with black leggings. Your scarfs would be the perfect way to stay warm and stylish! I would also wear brown boots that are close to my knee length but not quite.
Lillian Lau says
September 8, 2012 at 12:16 pmShared to a friend through email!
Bea says
September 8, 2012 at 4:45 pmI’d wear with a sweater and jeans.
Lindsay says
September 8, 2012 at 7:41 pmWell since I live in Canada I would definitely put the scarf to good use! I would wear it with jeans, some comfy boots, a t-shirt and cardigan and of course my wonderful winter jacket
Cheryl says
September 10, 2012 at 4:38 pmBlack leggings, brown knee high boots and my 3/4 length sleeved green blazer with the grey scarf and a grey cardigan with the blue and white scarf 🙂
Tara M says
September 10, 2012 at 7:18 pmI would wear these with jean and a black tshirt.
Rebecca says
September 12, 2012 at 12:32 pmI’d wear them with jeans, boots, a simple tee, and an open cardigan. 🙂
Caroline says
September 13, 2012 at 9:53 amI would wear them with my dark indigo skinny jeans, basic long sleeve shirts and brown riding boots when I go to Germany this October. I’d also throw on my corduroy jacket with them later in the fall at home.
Iliana R says
September 14, 2012 at 4:38 pmI would wear them with a shirt, cardigan, skinny jeans, and some boots!
Iliana R says
September 14, 2012 at 4:40 pmI shared on twitter!
https://twitter.com/rocky_mart/status/246740186627727360
kimberly says
September 14, 2012 at 9:18 pmI would wear it with a white tee, my favorite skinny jeans, and my riding boots.
kimberly says
September 14, 2012 at 9:22 pmI would wear ti with a simple white tee with pocket, my favorite skinny jeans, and my riding boots!
Nicole says
September 14, 2012 at 9:45 pmI would wear these with tights and a sweater dress!:)
Rosemarie says
September 16, 2012 at 5:56 amI would wear it with everything!
Becca B says
September 18, 2012 at 10:34 pmI would wear it with almost everything I have, dress it up for church or date night, or play it down for shopping or play dates. Love it
Jay Ro says
September 18, 2012 at 10:35 pmI have a plain burgandy dress that it would look great with. It’s the dress that I never have the right accessories to go with it and it is fairly plain so I take it out of the closet, try it on and then put it back.
Seleste says
September 18, 2012 at 10:38 pmI’d pair an Infinity Scarf with a floral bubble dress and wear my favorite tan ankle-high boots !
Jill S says
September 18, 2012 at 10:39 pmI’d definitely dress up jeans with this awesome scarf! Thx for the giveaway!
emily says
September 18, 2012 at 10:45 pmI was just thinking about these scarfs and *poof* the entry link us n my fb feed. I just bought some beautiful over the knee boots and this scarf would look killer with them
Michelle says
September 18, 2012 at 10:50 pmIt would look amazing with a white t-shirt and skinny jeans!
Tammy says
September 18, 2012 at 11:00 pmEverything 🙂 scarves scare me but that looks cute and totally simple
lindsey holden says
September 18, 2012 at 11:16 pmId wear it with my brown boots, leggings, and a cute shirt or sweater 😉
Michelle Y says
September 18, 2012 at 11:25 pmI would wear it with a white long sleeve tee with a down filled vest, jeans and my toms.
Elizabeth says
September 19, 2012 at 2:31 amI would wear with it my most comfy t shirt!
Kristen says
September 19, 2012 at 5:27 amI would wear it with my colored jeans an a t shirt.
Amber Ballermann says
September 19, 2012 at 7:54 amI’ve got lots of purple shirts to match up with this scarf. Then probably jeans as that’s pretty much all this mama wear lately.
Amanda says
September 19, 2012 at 8:27 amI’d wear it with dress pants, and cardigan!
Heather says
September 19, 2012 at 12:46 pmId wear it with a sweater to work!
Shanna says
September 20, 2012 at 12:36 pmPicture this! Violet colored blazer, crisp white tank with camel colored khaki style shorts, knee-high brown/cognac colored boots (high heel or flat) and to make that teal-blue POP I would accessorize with some romantic turquoise dangling earrings 🙂 Think…Shabby Chic meets Equestrian!
LOVE YOUR STUFF!
Connie G says
September 21, 2012 at 10:15 amI’d wear it with anything. 🙂 It is absolutely gorgeous!
Stephanie says
September 22, 2012 at 6:17 pmOoh! I love it! I’d wear it with jeans, a vintage blue tee and my tall brown boots (which I’m stoked to pull out for fall)!
Candice says
September 24, 2012 at 10:06 amI would wear it simply with jeans and a little t-shirt <3 So cute!!
Cyndee Jones says
September 27, 2012 at 1:15 pmI would wear it with a white long sleeve t- shirt, jeans, and a jewel-toned blazer.
Sara Maria says
September 28, 2012 at 8:27 amI would wear in in so many ways! jeans and boots, a simple dress that I want to dress up, or skirt and shirt!
Clair says
October 1, 2013 at 6:23 pmThe folding directions were kind of ambiguous. Could you explain those or post a video?
Christina Dennis says
October 4, 2013 at 9:00 pmHi Clair! I’ll try to post a video tutorial of this soon and hopefully that will help. I’ll let you know when it’s up!
Husky28 says
December 3, 2013 at 6:07 pmVery information! Thank you very much. I had made 2 scarves in less than 30 mins. Hope to learn more new stuffs from you.
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lisa says
September 7, 2014 at 6:16 amThanks for the tute..
I sew the long side.. leaving a 3 inch opening.. pull the scarf up to the other end.. (Right sides together)
sew the COMPLETE circle..
pull it Right Side OUT through the Opening on the long side..
stitch up the opening..
just an FYi 🙂
Christina Dennis says
September 10, 2014 at 11:25 pmThanks, Lisa! I like your alternate method. Have a great week!
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leslie says
November 22, 2014 at 4:20 pmI’m excited to make these for Christmas presenrs. I have been asked to make one for a preteen and a couple of toddlers. Any advice on material length for kids? I know adult is 2 yards…
Christina Dennis says
November 23, 2014 at 9:29 pmFor kids, I’d probably use 1 1/2 yards.
Krissta says
April 1, 2016 at 4:48 pmHi I was curious to know how wide and long you made your strips of fabric? Thanks!
Christina Dennis says
April 10, 2016 at 9:05 pmThey’re about 25-30″ wide and 2 yards long.
Dame EtCaeTeRa... says
June 21, 2017 at 2:14 pmJust a message to thank you for this DIY ! I sew it for my friend and you make it so easy when i didn’t have much time !
Lindsay - The DIY Mommy says
June 22, 2017 at 7:40 amHow perfect, Dame! Christina, is happy you enjoyed it😀