How To Make DIY Scrunchies

Scrunchies are an easy and fun DIY project that anyone can tackle, no matter their level of crafting skill. Not only is it a functional accessory great for pulling back your hair during workouts, studies, or simply for style, but it also offers a great solution for utilizing scraps of leftover fabric. They can also be worn on your wrist as a DIY bracelet to match your clothes. So, if you have some spare cloth, follow this guide and start making your own!

What fabric is best for scrunchies:

The best fabric for scrunchies is cotton. Cotton is perfect as it’s soft, durable, and easily bendable. You can toss them in the wash if they get dirty without worrying they’ll lose their shape. Its breathability is great for your hair, reducing damage compared to other fabrics.

What elastic is best for scrunchies:

The best elastic for scrunchies is a skinny, stretchable, and snappy kind, often called braided elastic. This type is thin, which makes it easy to work with, but it’s also strong enough to hold your hair in place. Unlike other elastics, braided elastic won’t lose its stretch over time. Its width, usually between 1/4 to 1/2 inch, offers a good balance: thick enough for a firm hold, but not too bulky.

Making DIY Scrunchy:

Doesnt matter how sharp your sewing skills are; you can complete this DIY Scrunchy in 15 minutes. For your convenience, we have introduced a simpler method to follow this plan, which is complete with step-by-step instructions.

Materials and Tools:

Silk Fiber
Elastic
Inches Tape
Head Ball Pins
Safety Pins
Scissor
Sewing Machine

Cutting Long Fabric Piece:

Start by cutting a length of fabric (26 inches and 5 inches wide). This forms the base of your scrunchie. These measurements must be precise to ensure the final product fits securely yet comfortably when used to tie hair.

Folding and Pinning:

After cutting your fabric, fold it lengthwise so that the pattern is on the inside. Line up the edges and secure them in place using ball head pins. This makes sure that the fabric holds its shape and alignment throughout the sewing process.

Sewing throughout the length:

Once your fabric is pinned, use a sewing machine or hand stitch along the free edge. Remember to leave both ends open for the next steps in the process.

Bring out the right side using a Needle:

Upon finishing your seam, use a long needle or even a chopstick to turn the tube-shaped fabric right side out. This can take a little patience, but you’ll see your scrunchie starting to take shape.

Pinning the and Sewing the opening:

Make sure the seams align, and pin the openings of the fabric tube. Then sew it closed. Be careful to keep the stitching neat to blend seamlessly with the rest of the fabric.

Cutting a piece of Elastic:

Cut a piece of elastic that’s long enough to give your scrunchie the necessary stretchiness while also allowing for the ends to be sewn together. Generally, about 5 inches is a good length, but this may vary based on personal preference and elastic strength.

Inserting the Elastic:

Thread the piece of elastic through the fabric tube. You can do this by attaching a safety pin to one end of the elastic and then navigating it through the fabric.

Sewing the elastic ends:

Once the elastic is through the fabric tube, overlap the ends and sew them together. Make sure it’s secure to endure the pulls and twists it will undergo during use.