How to Make a Scrunchie – Super Easy Tutorial!

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Uhhh scrunchies! I have went back on scrunchie train two years ago when I saw them in a totally different look. And since then, it has been my go to anywhere anything hair accessory. I know that there has been a real debate about this accessory. But as with everything – you either love it or you don’t!

I believe you noticed this too – for the last few months , scrunchies have become a MUST HAVE  hair accessory on Instagram. I see them on almost every picture on my feed, I don’t know if it’s due to quarantine or not… hahah, but they’re definitely a hit!

You can find scrunchies in every high street store, and the price goes from $2 to $220. They come in many different styles and patterns – such as silk, leopard print, velvet. But why spending money if you can make them yourself. Best of all, I am sure you have all the things you need for making them in your home.

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Here is a quick step by step tutorial for making this amazing hair accessory.

All you need is:

  • Fabric
  • Scissor
  • Needle
  • Thread
  • Safetypin
  • Elastic

Step 1

Pick thefabric! I love reusing old fabric, like old t-shirt or dresses. I also lovesatin, It is so easy to work with it, and the final result is amazing!  

Cut fabric into 8.5 cm by 53cm strip.

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Step 2

Fold the fabric length wise, right side inside and wrong side outside. Stitch along the edge. This process is easier and quicker if you have a sewing machine, but you can also hand stitch it.

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Step 3

Turn right side out.

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Step 4

Cut the elastic 25 cm, attach the safety pin and thread it through the tube.

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Step 5.

Tie the ends of the elastic in a knot – pull it tight.

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Step 6.

Sew all the way around the fabric to join the two sides.

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If you give this DIY a try, share your work with us and tag us on Instagram @tiateilli or use the hashtag #tiateilli.

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14 Responses
  • Omaye
    May 9, 2020

    Love your post! Definitely going to keep me busy for the rest of quarantine!
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    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      Sure. Thank you

  • Makeup Muddle
    May 10, 2020

    I had no idea it was so simple, I have to give it a try! xo

    Makeup Muddle

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      thank you

  • Nancy
    May 10, 2020

    I love that it is easy to make a scrunchie! Even more that you can be creative with the patterns and everything. Thanks for sharing!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      thank you

  • Charlie
    May 10, 2020

    Thankyou so much for sharing this. I actually have such a love for scrunchie’s at the moment, so I’ll definitely be making some.

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      Thank you

  • Brynn
    May 11, 2020

    Just told my mom about this! I think this would be such a fun craft to do in quarantine. Wow! 220 for a scrunchie! I’ve never heard of one being so expensive xx

    Brynn I https://www.brynnie.com

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      Thank you

  • Lauren
    May 11, 2020

    I’m obsessed with scrunchies at the moment! Def need to try making my own!L

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      Thank you

  • Faye
    May 13, 2020

    These are so cute! I’ll have to make a note of this post as i’d love to try it out 🙂 x

    https://www.femaleoriginal.com

    • Tia Teilli
      May 30, 2020

      Thank you