If you know me well you know my love of pashminas and scarves. I have a collection of about 30– near hoarder status. In my defense, I always get a scarf or pashmina as a souvenir when I travel.
On a recent shopping adventure I scooped up a couple lightweight scarves to add to my collection. One scarf is an infinity scarf, but the other wasn’t. I thought the regular scarf would look better as an infinity scarf so I decided to perform minor cosmetic surgery on the scarf. And the best news yet, I didn’t even have to break out my sewing machine.
Here’s what I started with. A regular scarf from Forever 21. Let’s call it Jen Aniston pre-nose job.
I grabbed some Heat n Bond while at Walmart (don’t judge me), my iron, and scissors.
I followed the instructions on the back of the Heat n Bond packaging because good girls read the directions.
I started by putting the Heat n Bond on one end of the scarf, and I stuck my iron on top for 2 seconds. I did this along the entire edge of one side of the scarf.
Then I peeled off the paper. See how the film stuck to the scarf?
I took the other end of the scarf, folded it under so there would be a seam instead of it looking like I put the two edges together. I bonded the two ends of the scarf together by holding my iron on the scarf for about 6 seconds in each spot. I let the scarf cool, and then it was ready to go.
And here she is now– Jen Aniston post-nose job. Some people know how to make cosmetic surgery work for them, like this scarf and Jen. Lindsay Lohan, on the other hand, wellllll. . .
Seriously, this is the easiest DIY no-sew project ever. I’m already debating what I can Heat n Bond next.
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Lindsey says
April 23, 2013 at 7:49 AMVery cute scarf and would never have thought to do that! Great job 🙂
kelly says
April 23, 2013 at 7:59 AMLove this idea! Makes perfect sense but would have never thought to do that…love the scarf you picked out too! Very cute!
Renee says
April 23, 2013 at 8:47 AMI actually never would have thought to use that. Great job! And don’t ever be ashamed of shopping at Walmart. I work there! Great items and better prices!! 🙂
Casey O says
April 23, 2013 at 9:01 AMSo smart!! I would have been nervous using an iron on such delicate material, but it looks like it worked beautifully! Thank you for being brave & giving it a whirl! It looks great!!
Brenda B. says
April 23, 2013 at 9:34 AMGreat idea with the scarf! I am a scarf hoarder also!~
Erin says
April 23, 2013 at 9:36 AMI just bought this exact same scarf from there, and thought it was seriously long! My quick fix was to make a knot in it. ha! So thanks for sharing, I will go untie that knot and do this!!
Carrie A. says
April 23, 2013 at 10:00 AMClever! And, easy! I am way toooo many scarves, so maybe I’ll try this out! 🙂
Hilary W. says
April 23, 2013 at 10:13 AMSuch a good idea!! I can’t sew but maybe I can be brave and try this. Now to go buy some Heat n Bond and a cute scarf…:)
Jaime says
April 23, 2013 at 10:15 AMI have used that and recently found Press and Seal or Bond or whatever it’s called. Same concept but no heat at all. It’s sticky on both ends and you just press and you’re done! I made striped curtains with a black sheet and the press and seal. I buy it in at least 2 or 3 when I get it at Wal-Mart!
[email protected] says
April 23, 2013 at 11:13 AMCute! I love using heat bonding tape, but I’m also a glutton for punishment, so I usually break out my sewing machine when things need hemming or sewing. Tears usually follow.
Laura says
April 23, 2013 at 11:15 AMI love it! And I wouldn’t break out the sewing machine for such a quick project either. If we raced you would be done before I wound a bobbin!
Rachel @ Heroth Home says
April 23, 2013 at 11:26 AMOkay, I know this is borderline stalker, but I remember you saying in your Bloggiversary post that you wouldn’t post about an new ironing board cover, but your ironing board cover is so cute it may be worthy of its own blog post! Where’s it from?!
Also, I love this idea and I am addicted to heat ‘n’ bond too!
Chelsea @ two twenty one says
April 23, 2013 at 1:38 PMHah! I love how you remember. This proves that some people actually read my blog instead of looking at the photos. High five, Rachel. I got the cover a couple months ago at Home Goods.
Erin @ How to Nest for Less says
April 23, 2013 at 12:53 PMWell, aren’t you just the smartest little lady in the entire world? LOVE this idea!!
Nicole @ The Marvelous Misadventures of a Foodie says
April 23, 2013 at 3:47 PMGenius idea Chelsea!! I have a couple of scarves that could definitely benefit from being an infinity scarf versus a regular one. And I’m pretty sure I need to get a hold of some of that Heat n’ Bond – it seems mighty handy (but really I love any excuse to not bust out my sewing machine ;))
Ash @ HumberHomeProject says
April 23, 2013 at 6:35 PMI love your ironing board cover! It’s so hip and fun! 🙂
This is a great idea, too. So clever.
Just curious, though, since it has happened more than once – why do you always say “don’t judge me” when you mention buying something at Walmart? Is there something wrong with shopping there?
Chelsea @ two twenty one says
April 23, 2013 at 9:31 PMWalmart doesn’t treat their employees very well, and when they come into small communities they tend to destroy small businesses because of their prices. But there’s one less than a mile from my house so it’s convenient and obviously cheap.
Susannah says
April 23, 2013 at 9:18 PMI have a scarf I’ve been wanting to turn into an infinity scarf!!! This tutorial is great!!! Thanks so much!!!
Dacia @ Lemon Drop Life says
April 23, 2013 at 11:10 PMGreat idea..why have I never thought of this before?!
laura says
April 25, 2013 at 10:56 AMthats a great idea. I have so many scarves around I don’t wear because I don’t want to deal with which way to wear it! I love infinity scarves though!
Thanks for the tip
Laura
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
April 25, 2013 at 9:16 PMVery cute! Suddenly none of my scarves are safe!
Krystle @ Color Transformed Family says
April 26, 2013 at 3:26 PMSuch a great idea! I’m racking my brain now to see if I have any scarfs that I could do that to. Thanks for sharing.
Stopping by from Serenity Now.
Lisa says
April 26, 2013 at 9:30 PMGreat idea! I’ve already got a scarf in mind to use… 🙂
Kaci says
April 28, 2013 at 3:46 PMThis is so cute! I have a few scarves that I will definitely be doing this to! Thanks for the post!
jan says
November 15, 2013 at 11:47 PMI have several scarves that have the fringed ends that just don’t look stylish to me. Do you think they would look right if I cut the fringe off and turned them into infinity scarves’
Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate says
December 18, 2013 at 9:17 PMLOVE this!! Thanks so much for sharing! Pinned 😉
Shalamar says
December 28, 2013 at 9:57 PMI love your blog. I just discovered it!! Thanks for all the amazing tutorials. You’re a great writer too. Most craft blogs are boring to read and I’ll just skip down to the tutorial but not yours. I think you have a great personality!! I love reading your posts!!!
melanie says
December 29, 2013 at 10:30 PMGreat idea! I just love it and it’s easy enough for someone who’s not too crafty to do!
Deebi27 says
March 9, 2014 at 6:37 PMFound this on Pinterest, wow so easy to do and just what I need for next weekend at my daughter’s baby shower! Thank YOU!!!
JessicA says
October 6, 2014 at 12:59 PMi love this idea!! I have way too many scarves! I was wondering how did it hold up when you washed it?
Nilva says
November 3, 2015 at 11:08 AMOlá eu amei seu lenço, bem gostaria de saber qual é a metragem de largura e comprimento?
Lanette Vasquez says
September 25, 2016 at 10:52 AMHi, like everyone else, I love this idea! I know what the women in my family are getting for Christmas this year! But seeing that this is an older post, I just wanted to see how the scarf is holding up? Does the bond tear easily or has it held up? Thanks for sharing this great idea!
mary says
October 24, 2016 at 10:20 AMWhat a great idea! I am totally going to try this!
Mitzi says
October 24, 2016 at 10:39 AMokay, so I don’t sew– I think I can actually DO this one!! Love it and perfect for upcoming fall sweater weather, too 🙂
Lauren says
October 26, 2016 at 9:12 PMThis is great! Thanks for sharing it at Motivation Monday on Mom Home Guide! I’ve turned my regular scarves into infinity scarves by hiding a knot in the back, or securing the two ends together with a a hair tie, but this is so much better!
Carol says
October 27, 2016 at 7:30 AMI have a collection of scarves and need to get busy making infinity scarves!
Stacey Keeling says
October 27, 2016 at 7:52 AMSmart! I’ve tried knotting them and it really doesn’t work. This is such a great idea.
Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says
October 27, 2016 at 9:29 PMChelsea, great idea! I’m going to have to peruse your blog for more scarf ideas. I like scarves, but I never know what to do with them!