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Learn to Sew 2 Easy Headbands




In this tutorial, you will learn how to sew two simple headbands. They are very quick to make, use up scrap fabric and, if you are a beginner, will introduce you to using stretch fabrics.


The first headband is just a plain flat design, and the second is a smaller type of turban. If you like this post and would like to learn how to make a different type of turban headband, see here.


The measurements I have used will make an average adult-sized headband (21.5"). But you can adjust the measurements to suit you.


Suggested fabrics: Jersey, knit, stretch cotton.


Here are just a few tips on using stretch fabrics:

  • If you are using a normal sewing machine (not an overlocker) always use a zigzag stitch, as straight stitches will rip.

  • Use a stretch sewing machine needle and not a universal needle.

  • Do not pull the fabric as you are sewing, leave it loose.



A tutorial for two headbands


 

What You Will Need:


Headband No. 1


  • Fabric measuring: 22" x 5.5"

  • General sewing equipment


Headband No. 2


  • Fabric measuring 22.5" x 6"

  • General sewing equipment



 

Method:


Headband No. 1


  • Pin your fabric in half, width ways, and right sides together. Sew closed.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Adjust your fabric so that the seam is in the center.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Fold the front sides together.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Take your outside piece of fabric and pin it to the corresponding side.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Begin sewing your seam closed. Be careful not to sew the fabric inside as well.

sewing with an overlocker

  • Once you get near the end, pull the inside fabric out, creating more to sew.

sewing with an overlocker
  • Repeat this process until you reach approximately 2" from the end.

sewign with an overlocker

  • From the gap you have left, pull the fabric the right way out.

  • Iron the headband flat.

  • Hand sew the gap closed.

a handmade headband



Headband No. 2


  • Pin your fabric, lengthways, and right sides together. Sew closed.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Turn right sides out.

  • Place the edges of your fabric as shown in the photo below.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Fold one side over the other.


  • Sew together and turn right sides out.

Fabric for a sewing tutorial

  • Iron flat to finish.

a handmade headband



 

Here is a video for extra help:



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