The felt flower scarf is a fun craft project that is also useful. It's a great accessory for fall and winter and no sewing machine is required. If you make a purchase using the affiliate links included, we may earn a commission.
Don't you love scarf season?
Scarves are such a great way to accessorize, and the best part is they also keep you warm!
These simple scarf instructions are perfect for a total beginner who is making their first scarf, but pretty enough for the experts.
I chose a beautiful solid color for my easy scarf, but feel free to use different colors so it will match your wardrobe and your personality.
Supplies You'll Need to Create this Project:
The whole scarf has a total width of 3 inches and a length of 38 inches.
I used two different Bigz Sizzix Dies to get the different layers to my flower. Sadly, the two dies I used are retired and no longer available to purchase.
They were called the Bigz Island Flower and the Bigz L Fun Flowers, just in case you want to try and track them down.
I have a link to a similar flower die above.
Cutting the Felt:
The first thing we want to do is cut a strip of felt with a width of 2 ½ inches and 36 inches long. This is for the base of the scarf.
Then we can cut the flower shapes out of the yellow felt using the Big Shot and Flower Dies.
I found it easiest to cut smaller pieces of fabric that would fit over the Bigz Die. I stacked about 3 layers of fabric and then ran them through the Big Shot.
Since we are using felt that won't fray, we don't need to worry about the raw edges. We can just leave them alone.
Sewing the Flowers:
For my flowers, I layered 5 different sizes of flower fabric pieces.
Using a needle and thread, sew the first 4 layers together.
Fold the smaller flower into forths and attach it by sewing the bottom corner to the center of the stack of flowers.
This will add a bit more dimension to the finished flower.
Each of my flowers has a diameter of about 3 inches.
I made a total of 17 flowers for my scarf which is 38 inches long, but depending on the desired length of your scarf you could make more or less felt flowers.
Here is my big pile of finished felt flowers. Aren't they cute?
Assembling the Scarf:
It helps to have a flat surface to stretch the flowers out on.
Hand-sew each flower onto the scarf base with a couple of basic stitches around the bottom layer of the flower. You need just enough stitches to hold the flower in place.
You will only be able to see the stitches on the back side of the piece of fabric.
The last step is to round and trim the ends of the scarf so the corners don't poke out behind the flowers.
This cozy scarf turned out better than I pictured! The best part is I have gotten compliments every time I have worn it!
It is a thin chunky scarf so it is easy to wear all day since it isn't big and bulky. It is also a basic scarf making it easy to style and wear.
I told you this was a simple project, and doesn't it look great on?
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much fabric do I need for a scarf?
For this felt scarf you would be fine to purchase 1 yards of fabric.
If you are making a different scarf then you would need to refer to that scarf pattern for the piece of fabric required.
Can I use a different fabric besides felt?
For this scarf I recommend felt. I use felt because it doesn't fray, and the cloth has some thickness which adds visually to the design. With many other fabrics, the flowers would lay flat and would fray.
But you could use a thicker wool felt if desired.
How do I style a scarf?
Since this is a shorter scarf there aren't that many different ways to wear it.
The best way is to either cross the ends of the finished scarf in front or simply let them hang.
For a different look, you could make the scarf longer then you could do many different regular scarf wrap styles with it.
Sewing Essentials
- The Sewing Machine I use is a Singer Fashion Mate and has been great!
- My favorite is the Cricut 18" x 24" Self-Healing Cutting Mat. It has a beautiful pattern on one side and measurements on the other.
- This Rotary Cutter cuts easily and is very comfortable to hold.
- And one can never have enough Measuring Tapes! I'm always misplacing mine.
Tonii
That scarf is absolutely adorable!! I love that it is no-sew, thank you so much for sharing. And that yellow is gorgeous!
Amy
It came out very pretty, great job!
Stephanie
So cute and great color choice! Great idea to use your die cuts! I can't imagine cutting all that out by hand.
Hani@Craftionary
wowee.. what a cute idea! Love it
following you for more awesomeness.. 🙂
The Quilt Ladies
Love it, I'm a new follower too !
Jen Lossing, The Consigner Designer
This is adorable. Do you sell them? I would totally buy it!
Kadie
How cute!! I love the yellow and the way you did your flowers!
{Adventuresindinner}
Oh! A Pretty shot of colour-just what I need on a cold February day-great tutorial.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share at Pin'Inspiration Thursday. Hope to see you on Saturday to help "Beat the Winter Blues". Have an awesome day.
Jennifer Creviston
I love it!!! I would totally buy one... or 3
Nancy's Couture
I have that preety little scarf on my Selfish Sewing list. I never even thought to break out my Sizzix. Thanks for reminding me :o)
Valerie@Occasionally Crafty
I love the shape of your flowers, and the color is so cheery! I love it!I'll be featuring this on my blog today for Feature Friday- hope you'll stop by and check it out!Valerie
Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon
This is adorable!! You did a fabulous job! Would LOVE for you to link up to our Uncommonly Yours link party! 😉
Melanie @ bear rabbit bear
Very pretty! Happy you linked to Things I've Done Thursday!
Allison {A Glimpse Inside}
Super, super cute!! I love this! Thanks for linking it up to this week's Catch a Glimpse party! I just added a new feature post tonight and this is included! 🙂
Rhinestone Beagle
I love mustard yellow! Thanks so much for linking this up at Doggone Dirty Craftin last week. Can't wait to see what you have for this thursday!
Danielle
I just wanted to let you know I featured your adorable scarf on Blissful and Domestic tonight. Stop by and grab a button:>
Renee'
Very cute, I love felt flowers!
Saw your link up at The Project Queen
http://reneequeen.blogspot.com
Taylin
Great color!! I always look for the easier way of doing things too!
Kadie
Hello again, you already know how much I LOVE your scarf. Thanks for sharing with us at Link It Up Thursday.
Ginger
Featuring YOU this morning over on my blog! Thank you so much for sharing at last week's {wow} me wednesday party!
Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
lizy b
So cute! I've always wanted one of those die cut machines! Yet another reason to get one!
Kelly @ Here Comes the Sun
Thanks for linking up to Fabulous Friday. I am featuring this today!
http://herecomesthesun-kelly.blogspot.com/2012/02/fabulous-friday-features.html
Crafty Cousins
Super cute!
Kimberly
You should make these and sell them. I would love to buy one. Sooooooo cute
Jen-CraftOManiac
Your in the SSTS ON COM today. YAY! winks, jen
michele
soaking up all the incredible inspiration today!
come visit my blog and giveaway:
http://hellolovelyinc.blogspot.com/2012/04/april-giveaway.html
smiles to you.
michele
Nicole @ WonkyWonderful
I love this - what a great idea to make a scarf out of felt 🙂
Ana Lopes
So beautiful!Love the colour!
Have a wonderful week!
Hugs from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
Megan/Brassy Apple
so super cute! thanks for linking up to I spy refashion!I've shared your link on my Fb page 🙂
Diana - FreeStyleMama
So pretty! I love the yellow!
Michelle From HBHL
Very cute! And I LOVE the Yellow! Stopping by from Creative Mondays. Have a great week!
Emily
What a gorgeous scarf! It's in my favorite color, too. 🙂 I'm your newest follower. 🙂
Visiting from Craft-o-Maniac.
~Emily @ Texas Life Blog
Ana Lopes
So lovely!!! Love the color too! Thanks so much for sharing where catch so easy tutorial! Would love to have you visit me sometime.Have a fabulous week!
Hugs from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
Lena
Gorgeous!! I love the color!
Brenda
How incredibly cute!! Absolutely love it!! Nicely done! 😉
~Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com
The Mandatory Mooch
Beautiful scarf, Katie. What a fun project. Thanks for linking up to Tasty Thursdays. I'm going to feature this post this week. A new party will be live tonight. Thanks, Nichi - The Mandatory Mooch
Mel Lockcuff
This is so pretty! I love wearing scarves. Thanks so much for linking up to Inspire Me Wednesday!
Claire Justine
Wonderful scarf 🙂 thanks for sharing with us at Creative Mondays, featuring this week 🙂
MOIxx
That looks fab!
Amanda @ Portable Kid
I am so in love! Both are beautiful! Pinning:)
Natalie B.
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing on Tutorial Thursdays.
x
Natalie
Thaleia from Something2Offer
Great way to take a project and make it your own. I pinned that post a few years ago but have yet to make my own scarf. Thanks for sharing your version. I have access to an Ellison machine and will give that a whirl!
Lydia
I was wondering how much felt (yardage) is needed to make one of these flower scarfs. Could someone please tell me?
Katie
The length of my scarf is 38 inches, so I would go with about 1 1/8 yards of felt.
Lydia
Thank you. One other question, you mentioned you used two sizes of flower patterns. How many of each size did you cut to assemble the flower itself? Two? Three? Its hard to tell from the pictures. I already purchased my felt and am anxious to get started! Thanks again.
Katie
I used the two dies to create the flower layers, but total I made 17 flowers. I would love to see your when you are finished!