How to Make a Flannel Scarf

Learn how to make a flannel scarf with some fabric and scissors. It's a quick and easy gift idea or a fast way to create a new accessory.

I like the idea of creating a scarf from a piece of flannel fabric. It's super easy and I was able to make three scarves with 2 yards of fabric.

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What Type of Flannel Fabric Should You Use?

I purchased my fabric from Joann's online. I didn't realize that the backside would be white. Not a huge problem but I would have preferred it to be the same on both sides. When I called Joann's they said that all of their plaid flannel has a white backing. However, I believe you can find flannel fabric like this one that has the pattern on both sides. The ones that say double-napped appear to be double-sided however, I suggest calling first or going directly to a store if possible, so that you can see what you are getting.

Making Flannel Scarves

Step 1. Start by removing the selvage edge (see above) printed by the manufacturer.

Step 2. Next, clean up the edges of any sides that were cut unevenly. Find a line using the plaid pattern that runs the entire length and cut along it.

Step 3. Divide the fabric into 3 long sections. Since my fabric was 42" wide each of my scarves will be 14 inches wide. If your fabric is 56" wide you can make 4 scarves or make 3 scarves at 18 inches wide.

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Step 4. If you want, you can serge or use an overcast stitch on your sewing machine to finish the long side edges. For a no-sew option, You could also use pinking shears. Or, you can fray it a bit and use something like fray check glue to keep it nice and neat without having to sew.

Step 5. Finish the scarf by pulling off the threads on the short edges of the fabric to create a fringe. You can make the fringe as long or short as you like by continuing to pull threads from the edge.

So now that you've made this fantastic cozy flannel scarf how do you wear it? Here you can see I've just wrapped the scarf around the shoulders of my daughter's mannequin Tiffany. However, here's a pretty good video showing you more ways to wear your scarf.

There are so many beautiful plaid fabrics on the market today, making this flannel scarf is a really easy and fun project to try for yourself. Create a few gifts for friends and family this holiday season or consider donating some to a shelter to help those in need.

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DIY Flannel Scarf

This easy DIY flannel scarf tutorial is a great gift idea because you can easily make 3 scarves for the price of 2 yards of plaid fabric.

Active Time1 hour hr

Total Time1 hour hr

Course: DIY Projects

Yield: 3

Equipment

• Scissors
• Measuring tape
• A sewing machine or fray check glue

Materials

• 2 yards of plaid flannel fabric approx. 42" wide

Instructions

• Start by removing the selvage edge printed by the manufacturer.
• Clean up the edges of any sides that were cut unevenly. Find a line using the plaid pattern that runs the entire length and cut along it.
• Divide the fabric into 3 long sections. Since my fabric was 42" wide each of my scarves will be 14 inches wide. 
• Serge or use an overcast stitch on your sewing machine to finish the long side edges.
• Or, use something like fray check glue or pinking shears to keep the raw edge nice and neat without having to sew at all.
• Finish the scarf by pulling off the threads on the short edges of the fabric to create a fringe. 

Notes

You can make the fringe as long or short as you like by continuing to pull threads from the edge.

If your fabric is 56" wide you can make 4 scarves or make 3 scarves at 18 inches wide.

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