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This is a cute little headband inspired by one i saw at a store.
This is a cute little headband inspired by one I saw at a really neat store. I was going to buy it, but I then realized that I could just make one! So I'm going to! Yay!

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  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 1
    Step 1

    First, you need a rectangular piece of some soft and pliable fabric. Mine is 20" by 5".

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 2
    Step 2

    Next, hem each side of the piece of fabric.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 3
    Step 3

    Next, on the short sides of the rectangle, sew two running stitches. (For best results, set your sewing machine to create the widest stitches possible.) Do not cut the excess thread that will pop up at either end of the seam. You will need this thread for the next step.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 4
    Step 4

    Now, find the loose threads at each end of the two stitches.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 5
    Step 5

    Now, you're going to pull the loose threads at each end of the fabric to create a gathered look.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 6
    Step 6

    Get out your elastic now. The gathered fabric should be the same width as the elastic.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 7
    Step 7

    Now sew each end of the elastic to each gathered edge of the fabric. Make sure to fold the outside edges of the fabric inward and under.

  • How to make a fabric headband. Cute Headband - Step 8
    Step 8

    Now just cut all your loose threads and you're done!

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Sailorshame
Sailorshame · 11 projects
cool!!!
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