Total Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Wrap up in style with a simple sewing project.
Materials
- 7- by 60-inch rectangle of colored fleece
- Scraps of fleece in contrasting colors
- Scissors or pinking shears
- Needle
- Embroidery floss in assorted colors
Instructions
1. Have each person choose a motif - perhaps one shown here - or a brand-new design you've thought up together.
2. Cut out the shapes you'll need to create it from the scraps of fleece. For example, a night scene might consist of several stars and a crescent moon. Or you can use 2 circles for a snowman's body and head and then add a hat and other distinguishing details.
3. Experiment with where to place your cutouts on the scarf (we decorated a 12-inch portion just above a lower edge). Use the needle and floss to attach the pieces with single stitches knotted by hand. One stitch should be enough to hold smaller pieces (such as a flower or snowflake).
4. Larger pieces (such as the crescent moon) may take 2 or more. Trim the ends above each knot to the length you desire.
5. Fringed Finale: For fringe, make a series of 4-inch snips in the scarf bottom. Then tie an overhand knot at the top of each strip.
Crafts
