Project

Scrunchie

Everyone’s favorite hair accessory from the ’80s and ‘90s is making a major comeback. But you don’t have to spend a lot to indulge in the craze. Follow these simple steps to start your own collection, or to make sweet gifts for your girlfriends.

Photography: Shanna Sullivan

Source: Martha Stewart

Introduction

These stylish scrunchies can be made with just about any fabric, from silk to velvet. If you’re a beginner, we recommend starting with cotton, as it’s an easier material to work with. Another tip: Sewing machines make the process quicker and give a more refined look. And if you're looking to brush up on sewing or in search of additional fun DIYs, check out our favorite sewing projects here.

materials

Tape measure

Fabric (we used silk, crushed velvet and cotton)

Fabric scissor

Pins

Elastic (1/4")

Safety pin

Needle / thread

steps

Cut fabric into 3-1/2-by-22-inch strip.
Fold fabric lengthwise so it’s inside out and pin along the center.
Sew a straight line across the edge and remove pins once you’re done.
Pull the strip right side out. Attach safety pin at one end and weave the pin through the inside of the tube and pull it out on the opposite end.
Cut elastic nine inches and attach pin to one end.
Thread the elastic through the tube.
Remove the pin and tie the elastic into a knot.
Fold in the edges to create an even seam and tuck one opening over the other. Pin to hold the fabric in place and sew straight across to join the two sides.