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How to sew a scrunchie: 3 easy DIY scrunchies you can make today

How to sew a scrunchie: 3 easy DIY scrunchies you can make today

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DIY hair scrunchies are so easy to make. Once you learn how to make a basic scrunchie, why not try one with a bow or a scarf?

DIY hair scrunchies are so easy to make. Once you learn how to make a basic scrunchie, why not try one with a bow or a scarf?

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Why you'll love DIY hair scrunchies:     •Great for using up scraps     •Easy for kids and sewing beginners     •5 minutes to make     •They make great gifts

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Supplies for How to Make a Scrunchie:    – 3"x18" piece of fabric more for the bow variation – 6-8" elastic (more for thicker hair), 3/8"-1/2" wide – Tube turner (Turn-it-All tubes are my favorites!) – Easy threader 

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How to make a scrunchie step by step:  First cut a piece of fabric 3"x18".  If this is your first sewing project, use a lightweight cotton for easy sewing.

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Fold the strip in half widthwise with right sides together, then sew down the side with a 1/4" seam allowance.

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Use the tube turner to turn the tube right side out.

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Put 6-8" of elastic inside the tube, then sew down one end of the elastic to one end by stitching across it a couple times.

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Use the elastic threader to pull the other end of the elastic through the tube.

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Pinch the end of the scrunchie tube and the elastic together and stitch the elastic down just like you did with the first side.

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Bring the ends of the scrunchie together, matching up the ends of the elastic.  Sew on the inside of the tube ends with a 1/4" seam allowance as far as you can.

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Slip one end over the other so that it's even with the seam you've been sewing.  Move the needle from one side to the other, taking tiny stitches  about 1/8" away from each other.  Tie a knot, cut your thread, and enjoy your new DIY hair scrunchie.

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This is such a great project to play around with.  Click on the link below to learn how to make a bow scrunchie for something different when you're ready to up your scrunchie making game.

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Love vintage scarves?  Why not add one to one of your handmade scrunchies?  Learn more below.

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Check out the full how to sew a scrunchie written and video tutorials.