Special thanks to Ashley of Spit Up is the New Black for sharing this awesome tutorial with us!
I have a bizarre collection of thrift store finds that I’ve purchased for intended projects that never came to fruition. In fact, probably 50% of my crafting “supplies” sit untouched in my guest room closet. Having recently rearranged rooms and closets in preparation for the new baby, I discovered a black top that I purchased a few years back when I was planning to recreate a Balmain top. I bought it oversized so I would have plenty of fabric to work with. I found a ¾ length black jersey knit top in the plus-size section of the Goodwill, but it’s just been sitting in storage for the past three years. In need of a new black scarf, I pondered if I could finally upcycle this top rather than send it back to the Goodwill.
The 5-Minute No-Sew Infinity Scarf:
What you’ll need:
- Oversized t-shirt or top made of a cotton jersey knit (for stretch)
- Scissors
I used the top I found from the Goodwill, but you can use an old t-shirt, thrift store find, or top found on the clearance rack for a buck or two. Remember, bigger is better! The bigger the shirt, the thicker and longer the scarf will be.
1. Lay the shirt out on a flat surface. Make a snip right below each armhole. Cut a straight line from armhole to arm hole. Discard the top part of the shirt (with the sleeves).
2. If the bottom of the shirt is stitched/hemmed, cut it off in a straight line right above the stitches. This will allow for you to stretch the fabric. The result will look like a large tube top from the late 90s.
3. Take the fabric and hook it over a banister or door knob. Stretch it at far as it will go for a minute or so.
That’s it! You now have a new infinity scarf quicker and cheaper than if found on a store shelf.
About the guest blogger: Ashley is a working mom who traded PRADA for pacis when she joined the elite club of motherhood in 2012. She is the voice behind the parenting/fashion blog Spit Up is the New Black and is expecting her second child this summer. She’ll be contributing some more DIY posts for Viva Veltoro this year. You can connect with her on Facebook or give her a shoutout on Twitter.
Julie Wood says
I really like this easy scarf that I can even make. I like the color of it and want to make one for myself because I love wearing scarves. Thanks for the inspiration.
Alona Y says
The crafting supply hoarding issue made me laugh, it's so true! This is a great idea, I think I'll go through my closets!
ANN*H says
What a great idea since scarves are more popular now than before to wear more than just in the winter time. I love shopping at thrift stores. This is a neat idea . Cant be made easily and cheap. thanks for the idea and instructions for one
Dorothy Boucher says
I love this idea, thinking of trying it on some of my old sweatshirts
Ashley ~ 3 Little Greenwoods says
Oh my goodness! I was looking at a shirt this week thinking it would be awesome as a scarf. Headed back there tomorrow to see if it is still there! 😉
I would love for you to share this project at my Show Me Saturday linky party. We are live now!
Pinning and sharing!
~ Ashley
LINDA BLATCHFORD says
That's very clever. Thanks for sharing the no-sew infinity scarf. From create w/joy
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says
Awesome tutorial! I have a couple shirts this would work with! Thanks for sharing! Also wanted to let you know about a new linky party starting this Saturday at 8pm called “Found & Foraged” Can’t wait to party with you at http://www.houseofhipsters.com
Jen @ Simple Nails and Beauty says
I am in the same boat -- I could go over to my closet right now and find a decent amount of knit sweaters that were meant for making into mittens before this winter. Given that we just got 4 inches of snow last night, I think I missed my goal on that one! This is a super simple way to really reuse those mock turtleneck-like tops we all have lying around!
I would love for you to link up this scarf tutorial (and any other beauty or fashion posts you have) at this week's Beauty Frenzy Friday link up party. Every post linked up will get pinned and the chance to be featured the following week!
http://simplenailsandbeauty.com/beauty-frenzy-friday-beauty-blog-link-party-2/
Amber Ludwig says
Love this!! Turned out so super cute and SO easy!! I can't sew at all so this is a fantastic craft for me!!
Shannon F. says
I love all types of scarfs! This post is very helpful, thanks for the review! Nice color as well
Ana Aquino says
Very interesting! Imagine I can make my own No-sew infinity scarf using my clothes that I rarely wear. Thanks for sharing this idea! The scarf looks really nice!
jennifer peters says
What a cute idea since I love scarfs but cant sew