How to sew a handkerchief

Traditional shawls and large scarves worn by women in Russia. and today is as modern as ever. It is a great addition to any wardrobe and can be worn any time of the year. In summer, this shawl can be draped over the shoulders against the evening chill, winter is to wrap your head or use it as a scarf. Of course, this shawl can be bought in the store, but sometimes there are tissue pattern which is so good that I want to make her a shawl-decoration, all of which will not be nobody else.

Instruction

To stitch the shawl and that it looked good, it is necessary that the width of the chosen fabric was large enough – not less than 90 centimeters. It is better for such to use a handkerchief of silk or fine wool that is beautiful and good will drape on your head or around the neck.

For a headscarf suitable fabric in small flower or with a pattern having regular structure – the cell, peas. Immediately when buying the fabric, choose the thread of the right color. If the fabric color, then select the thread in the dominant color. If the shop sells accessories for sewing, we'll see if you manage to find the right color and texture fringe. It should not be longer than 5-7 centimeters, otherwise the shawl would be difficult to tie.

Before you start to cut the fabric, it is better to wash it in hot water to become softer and "the village", as woolen fabrics is characteristic. Then smooth it and start to cut. Cut the fabric square with your desired width and length, don't forget to add 1 inch on all sides for a hem. Treat all four edges, podrachivaya fabric approximately 5 millimeters. If you have a fringe, then sew it over the front side of the handkerchief double seam.

Useful advice

Combine fabric when sewing scarves is not recommended because even the most slim and trim seam makes the material more rough and does not allow him beautifully and naturally drape.

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