25+ Beginner Scarf Sewing Projects
Tutorial: How to Make a Cowl Scarf With Buttons
Learn how to make a cute cowl neck scarf that uses buttons for the closure. Use fleece or flannel fabric to make the scarf nice and cozy. It’s also a great way to use up shorter lengths of fabric that you have leftover from other sewing projects. Supplies Needed: (all…
Tutorial: Cowl Scarf With a Slot
This quick tutorial will walk you through how to make a reversible neck scarf with slot so it will easily stay put around your neck. You will need to be familiar with the manual button hole settings of your sewing machine, but otherwise this is a super simple tutorial that…
Tutorial: Warm Fringed Shawl Using Fabric Scraps
This tutorial will walk you through how to use fabric scraps to create a fringed shawl. The fringe element will only work if you use woven fabric, so I recommend using flannel scraps to create a cozy shawl. You can make your shawl any size you want. I made this…
Tutorial: Fun Christmas Scarf Using Quilting Cotton
Have scraps left over from your other projects? You can use them to create a festive scarf for the holidays this year. This tutorial will show you have to create a fleece lined cotton scarf using leftover scraps of quilting cotton. Supplies Needed: Step 1 Arrange you scraps of cotton…
Tutorial: Fox Fleece Scarf
Learn how to make this adorable fox scarf with this quick tutorial. This scarf is made using fleece fabric in orange and white to create the fox-face effect. Simply check out the free pattern below and follow along with the step-by-step tutorial. Supplies Needed: (all of my patterns include 1/2″…
Tutorial: Upcycle a T-shirt into an Infinity Scarf
Looking for an easy upcycle project? It doesn’t get simpler than this T-shirt scarf tutorial. In less than 10 minutes you can turn an old T-shirt into an new infinity scarf for you (or your kids). This tutorial works best with large or very stretchy T-shirts. Supplies Needed: Step 1…
Tutorial: How to Make a Fringe on a Scarf
This tutorial will quickly show you how to make a scarf with fringed ends. This will not work with fleece fabric, but flannel or other types of woven fabrics will work. Basically, if it’s a fabric that frays, this technique will work. Start by cutting a long length of the…
Tutorial: How to Make a Hooded Neck Scarf
This tutorial will teach you how to make a reversible hooded neck scarf. It will work best with cozy fabrics, like flannel or fleece. You can also add a fancy clasp as a closure instead of using a hook and eye if you prefer. Print out the free sewing pattern…
Tutorial: Unique Summer Shawl Using Fabric Scraps
Use those leftover rayon, chiffon, voile, and lightweight fabric scraps to make a new shawl that shows off your unique creativity. I’ll walk you through how to sew your scraps into a collage using durable seams that will turn your old scraps into something new. I recommend using a microtex…
Tutorial: Infinity Scarf Made from Flannel Scraps
If you want to find a use for some of those scraps you have from other projects, try making this unique infinity scarf. Flannel scraps, in particular, are perfect for this because they are cozy and fabric tends to be fairly flexible, but you can also use similar types of…
Tutorial: Easy Flannel Infinity Scarf
Learn how to make a basic flannel infinity scarf in just 3 steps. This is an super easy project that is perfect for beginner sewists who want to make something that they can actually wear in their daily life this autumn. It’s also great for using up any leftover remnants…
Tutorial: Easy Flannel Poncho with 1-Yard of Fabric
This is a super simple tutorial that will walk you through step-by-step how to make a basic poncho with only 1 yard of fabric. It works best with something cozy, such as flannel, but can be made with a wide variety of medium-weight fabrics. I included a free pattern you…
Tutorial: How to Make a No-Sew Braided Scarf with Fleece Scraps
I’ve been making a bunch of fleece scarves lately, and ended up with lots of long pieces of fleece cuttings. As much as possible, I try not to waste fabric, so I thought why not try to make a braided scarf with all of these long pieces. I’ll walk you…
Tutorial: How to Make a Reversible Hooded Scarf
In this tutorial, I will teach you how to make a scarf with a hood attached. It’s also completely reversible, so you can wear a different color depending on the day. I made this pattern so that it will work with 1 yard remnants of fabric that you might find…
Tutorial: How to Make a Simple Reversible Scarf
This is a super simple fabric scarf tutorial that’s also reversible. I made the pattern so that all you need is 1/4 yard of your two different fabrics and some basic sewing supplies. So mix and match some cute fleece materials to make your own cozy winter scarf (you can…
Tutorial: How to Make a Fleece Scarf With a Hidden Zipper Pocket
This tutorial will teach you how to make a fabric scarf with a hidden pocket at the end (you can add a second pocket if you want to). I measured the pattern so you can make this with just half a yard of leftover material or fabric remnants (60″ wide)….
Tutorial: How to Make a Simple Scarf with Pockets (or mittens)
I like adding pockets to almost everything, and scarves are no exception. This tutorial will walk you through how to create an easy scarf with pockets on the end. I made these pockets big enough to hold my phone and wallet. I also use the pockets as makeshift mittens sometimes….
Tutorial: How to Make a Lightweight Scarf with Fabric Scraps
If you have any sheer or lightweight scraps sitting around from other projects, you can use them to create a truly unique summer scarf. Check out the pattern (below), arrange your scraps, and I’ll teach you how to sew them together step-by-step. I recommend using a microtex needle when sewing…
Tutorial: How to Make a Lightweight Summer Infinity Scarf
This is a quick step-by-step tutorial that teaches you how to make a lightweight infinity scarf. I designed this pattern to use only 1/4 yard of fabric (60″ width), so if you have any leftover from another project, this is the perfect scarf to make. I’ll also walk you through…
Tutorial: How to Make a Fleece Scarf with Scraps of Fabric
If you have a bunch of fleece scraps leftover from other projects, you can easily combine them to create a cozy scrap scarf. This simple tutorial will walk you through how to sew your scraps together for a unique winter creation. Use the pattern below for a scarf that’s 60″…
Tutorial: Fun “Feather” Scarf With Fleece Scraps
This tutorial will walk you through how to make a “feather” scarf with fleece fabric. I designed this to use up all the odd-shaped leftover pieces of fleece fabric I have leftover from all of my other projects. The end result is a colorful feather-like scarf to show your own…
Tutorial: Easy Summer Neck Scarf
If you have some lightweight fabric scraps or remnants, you can use them to create a fashionable neck scarf to match your outfit. This is a quick project that will take less than half an hour to finish. Print out the free pattern below and get started with the step-by-step…
Tutorial: Unique Summer Shawl Using Fabric Scraps
Use those leftover rayon, chiffon, voile, and lightweight fabric scraps to make a new shawl that shows off your unique creativity. I’ll walk you through how to sew your scraps into a collage using durable seams that will turn your old scraps into something new. I recommend using a microtex…
Tutorial: How to Make a Flannel Scarf with Scraps of Fabric
If you have a bunch of flannel scraps leftover from other projects, you can easily combine them to create a cool-looking scrap scarf. This simple tutorial will walk you through how to sew your scraps together for a durable finish. You can use the pattern below for a scarf that’s…
Tutorial: How to Make a Reversible Fleece Infinity Scarf (with a pocket)
I will teach you how to make a cozy infinity scarf with this step-by-step tutorial. This was made to be a reversible scarf that you can make using 1/4yd remnants of fabric that you have leftover from other projects. I’ve also included instructions for adding a hidden pocket so you…
Tutorial: How to Make a Fleece Lined Cowl Scarf
This tutorial will teach you the step-by-step process for making a fleece lined cowl scarf with a clasp closure. I used flannel for the main fabric and minky fleece for the back to make it softer to wear. You can access the pattern for free below, but I also recommend…

























