Learn how to make a cozy, sherpa-lined scarf with this easy sewing tutorial! Use your favorite fabric, traditional quilt binding, and snaps to create a handmade winter accessory.
A little handmade warmth for chilly days!
Looking for a quick sewing project that's both practical and adorable? This Cozy Scarf is the perfect way to show off a favorite fabric, use up a leftover quilted piece, or create a thoughtful handmade gift.
With a soft sherpa or fleece backing, traditional quilt binding, and two snaps to keep it comfortably in place, you'll have a cozy new accessory in no time!
Supplies
1 fabric or quilted piece measuring 36" x 9"
1 piece of sherpa or fleece measuring 36" x 9"
Binding strips cut at 2½" wide
2 snaps
Coordinating thread
Sewing machine
Walking foot (highly recommended for sherpa)
Fabric clips or pins
Basic sewing supplies
Let's Get Sewing!
Step 1: Prepare Your Fabric
Cut your main fabric or quilted piece to 36" x 9".
Cut your sherpa or fleece backing to the same measurements.
Place the two pieces together with wrong sides facing, so the decorative fabric and soft sherpa/fleece sides are facing outward.
Smooth the layers and line up all four edges. Clip the layers together.
Tip: Sherpa can be bulky and slippery. A walking foot will help feed both layers evenly through your machine and keep everything from shifting.
Step 2: Prepare Your Binding
Cut your binding strips 2½" wide. Join your strips as needed to create one continuous length of binding.
Fold the binding in half lengthwise, wrong sides together, and press.
You'll use traditional double-fold quilt binding to finish all four edges of your scarf.
Step 3: Attach the Binding
Starting along one long edge, attach your binding to the front of the scarf using a ¼" seam allowance.
Miter your corners as you work around the scarf, joining the binding ends when you return to your starting point.
Fold the binding over the raw edges to the sherpa side and stitch it down to finish.
Take your time to make sure you're catching all the layers.
Step 4: Add the Snaps
Lay your scarf flat with the decorative fabric side facing up.
Wrap the scarf around your neck to determine where you'd like the snaps positioned. The goal is to have the ends overlap comfortably without feeling too tight.
Mark your placement and attach the two halves of your snaps according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Step 5: Get Cozy!
That's it! Your Cozy Scarf is finished and ready to wear.
Wrap it around your neck, snap it in place, and enjoy a little handmade warmth wherever you go!
Make It Your Own!
Use a leftover quilt block or mini quilt for the decorative side.
Choose a fun seasonal print for a festive winter accessory.
Pair contrasting binding with your favorite fabric for a pop of color.
Make a matching set for a thoughtful handmade gift.
Made by hand. Meant to be loved.
