Stages of sewing headbands, rules for determining the size

It is very important for women to have a beautiful and neat hairstyle, so various hair accessories are always popular. And it is not necessary to buy expensive jewelry, many of them can be made with your own hands. A headband is one of such simple products. It is worn at any age, the product is combined with all styles of clothing and helps to create an original and unique image. If you know how to sew a headband, you can always look attractive. It not only supports the hairstyle, but also brings a special charm to the female appearance.

Selection of material

Stylish and comfortable headbands are made with your own hands from a variety of materials. This depends on the features of the model, the time of year when it will be worn, the chosen image. They are an elastic fabric strip that is put on over the crown of the head, can be tied or fastened. Products are made from fabric, yarn, ribbons, laces or tapes. In addition, a hairband made from an ordinary scarf is popular.

When choosing a material, you should also focus on your skills. Those who know how to knit can make a headband from yarn with knitting needles or a crochet hook. Such products look beautiful and original without any decoration. Headbands made of thin cotton yarn will support your hair well, and those made of acrylic or warm wool will keep you warm in cool weather.

If such an accessory is sewn for a baby, you need to choose the softest, preferably natural material.

You can sew headbands from fabric using a sewing machine. Any cotton material, silk, chiffon or viscose will do for the summer. You just need to keep in mind that artificial fabrics can be uncomfortable to wear, as they do not absorb sweat. Although silk is a natural material, headbands are rarely made from it: it is difficult to work with, it is crumbly, and the finished product wrinkles quickly. But if you have certain skills in processing and accuracy, you can sew a bright, original accessory from fabric.

For the summer, you can sew a women's headband from knitwear. Such models are especially beautiful. The material is elastic, so it can be tied in any knot, and the headband itself is not rough and pleasant to the touch. Any knitwear can be used for sewing: both a piece of material and old items (T-shirts, skirts, dresses). An original product is obtained from bright nylon tights.

Warm headbands can be sewn from any thick fabric. Fleece, drape, wool, velour will do. Faux fur products look very stylish. Such models will not only complement the image and support the hair, but also keep you warm in cold weather. Many fashionistas wear them instead of a hat.

For autumn, a knitted or denim headband will do. In the latter case, you need to choose a thinner material. It will be easier to work with, since thick denim is not easy to sew, and the seams on such a small product will look rough. You should also consider that the material can shrink after washing, and the edges quickly fray. In addition, it does not stretch, so for convenience, you will need to sew on an elastic band.

Quite creative headbands can be made from satin ribbons, colored openwork lace, laces, leather strips, and old clothes.

Model options

To make a headband with your own hands, you need to decide on the style. Beginner craftswomen can start with a simple model that can be sewn in 10-15 minutes. This is a regular fabric strip. If the material does not stretch, a thin elastic band is inserted inside. To make the finished product easier to put on, part of the fabric at the back can be replaced with an elastic wide elastic band.

There are also many other options for similar accessories:

1. Narrow headbands. They are made from strips of fabric, braid, ribbons. It can even be a rope or a braided cord.
2. Turban headbands that can replace a hat. They are often made of wool or yarn, as well as fur. But the most popular summer options are made of a kerchief or a piece of light fabric.
3. Simple, straight strips of fabric without decoration. Used to keep hair off the forehead, to prevent sweat from rolling down onto the face when playing sports. They are most often made of natural elastic material.
4. Headbands with bows, rhinestones, flowers and other decorations. Such products are more suitable for girls.
5. Model with overlap. Ideal for those who do not like to wear hats. The headband looks stylish, original, protects the ears in the cold.

A popular bandage is called a solokha. It is tied on the top of the head, the peculiarity is the ends sticking out to the sides. For convenience, it is recommended to insert a wire inside the band, then it can be secured without tying.

Sizing

Before studying the question of how to sew headbands, you need to determine the size of the future product. It depends not only on the head circumference, but also on the selected model. It is usually recommended to take measurements with a tape measure. It should go across the forehead, above the ears and at the back of the head. If you do not have one at hand, you need to apply the selected fabric to your head. This is done as if you were tying a scarf. After that, the required size is marked.

If you are using stretchy knitwear, to determine the optimal length you need to add a few centimeters to the resulting figure for seams. For other materials, this is not required, since an elastic band will be inserted. For models that are tied on top with a bow, you need to add 25-30 cm. The width of the headband can be any. On average, it is 5 cm, but children's and summer accessories are narrower. And for winter, on the contrary, wider products are sewn that cover the ears.

In most cases, the fabric is folded in half lengthwise and sewn, so the selected width must be doubled when cutting.

Sewing stages

It will take very little time to make this stylish item. Before you start working, you need to decide on a model and choose the right fabric. Then you should measure the circumference of your head to find out the size of the product. Depending on the material and the chosen model, you need to make a pattern or draw a diagram. But in many cases this is not required.

Next, you need to cut the fabric to the desired dimensions. It is important to make allowances for the seams. Usually, a strip is cut out twice as wide as the finished product. Sew it on the wrong side and turn it inside out. After this, the women's headband needs to be decorated with the selected decorative elements, and if necessary, attach an elastic band. At the last stage, sew the ends and process the edges.

Headbands-kerchiefs with elastic

A kerchief is considered the best option, since it can be tied in different ways. But for greater convenience, it is better to sew a similar model on an elastic band. It goes well with sports and casual clothing, suitable for women of any age. The easiest way to make it is to fold in half and sew a strip of fabric with an elastic band threaded into it. This model looks original due to its soft folds, and it is comfortable and easy to put on. Another option is a type of scarf similar to a bandana. This is a wide strip of fabric, most often single-layered, made of thin material. At the ends, it is gathered into a bun with an elastic band.

What is needed to make it:

• cut out a rectangle for the scarf itself measuring 25 x 45 cm;
• fold the edges and stitch;
• prepare a second rectangle for the elastic band 5 x 25 cm;
• make a drawstring out of it, insert a wide elastic band 10-15 cm long;
• insert the end of the scarf into the drawstring, first tucking the edges in and stitch;
• repeat the same on the other side.

Due to the fact that the elastic band is narrower than the product itself, it gathers into beautiful soft folds. It is convenient that such a scarf does not need to be tied.

Made from overlapping knitwear

To make it, you will need two pieces of knitted fabric of different colors. You will not need a pattern, but when cutting, you need to take into account the size of the head. For a child aged 3-7, you need to cut out two strips 15 cm wide and 47 cm long. Older girls and young women will need to increase the size. To determine the length of one piece, you need to add 4 cm to the head circumference. It is very easy to sew such an original hair decoration, and those who do not have experience can use the step-by-step instructions. How to make a headband for a girl from knitwear with your own hands:

1. Cut out two pieces.
2. Fold each one in half lengthwise and stitch.
3. Process the seams and turn inside out.
4. Place the seam in the middle and iron the strips.
5. Place the pieces together crosswise in the middle.
6. Bend them halfway to create an overlap.
7. Align all 4 edges of the strips and stitch.

This headband is very easy to make with your own hands, and it looks original. It will suit both a child and an adult woman, as it matches any clothes.

With a bow for a girl

A headband for a girl will look beautiful if you decorate it with a bow. It is not difficult to make it even without a pattern. All you need is bright fabric. It is better to choose knitwear, then you will not have to insert an elastic band. Sequence of actions:

1. Cut out a rectangle slightly shorter than the head circumference. The exact size depends on how the knit stretches; the width is optional.
2. The second rectangle, from which the bow will be made, should be the same width, its length when folded in half is approximately a third of the size of the bandage.
3. The details need to be stitched along the long side from the inside out and turned inside out.
4. Sew the ends to form a headband.
5. From the second piece, fold a simple bow and attach it to the front part.
6. Use a small piece of the same fabric to fasten both parts together.

A more complex version of this headband is when the bow is not sewn on, but tied. To do this, take a longer strip of fabric. It is better to place the bow so that it is on the side of the head.

 

How to make from scrap materials

You don't always want to mess around with pieces of fabric and spend a lot of time to get a fashionable accessory. But if you know how to make a headband with your own hands from scrap materials, then at any time you can update a boring image and stand out from the crowd. Satin ribbons, laces, old clothes, and so on are used for work.

Simple methods of production:

1. A headband made of satin ribbons. They are braided or tied in a voluminous knot. You can connect two ribbons of different colors with a beautiful checkerboard pattern. You need to sew an elastic band on the back.
2. A headband made from nylon tights. It is best to take colored hosiery, but for an adult woman, black ones will do. You can also use two contrasting shades. You need to cut off the top and bottom parts of the tights, put the resulting strips together, forming a Celtic knot. Sew the ends to fit the head, and cut off the excess.
3. A product made of laces or leather strips in the Indian style. For girls, you can also make such original options with your own hands. Both single-color and colorful elements are suitable for work. Options intertwined from different colors look interesting. If desired, they can be decorated with beads.
4. From an old sweater. For this, use an elastic band or any other part of the product. You need to cut out a strip equal in length to the circumference of the head. To prevent the threads from unraveling, it is advisable to cut the width twice as large, fold in half and sew. After turning, you get a strip that can be decorated with a bow or small colored beads.

Women most often create headbands from a kerchief or scarf. This method is convenient because it does not require sewing. It turns out to be something like a bandana, only tied in an unusual way. It can simply be folded into a strip and tied around the circumference of the head under the hair, the ends woven into a braid. It is also recommended to put the kerchief in a bow or knot on the top of the head, on the side or above the forehead. Sometimes they make something like a turban, crossing the ends in front and tying them in the back.

Decorating the product

Headbands made of bright materials or printed fabrics look attractive on their own. But to add freshness to the image, you can use a combination of contrasting colors. When tying a bandana, it is worth experimenting with different knots.

Such an accessory looks feminine when decorated with sequins, rhinestones or a beaded pattern. It will shimmer and shine, creating a joyful mood. You can complicate the decor of the product. For this, it is recommended to use beads, stones, rivets, various metal elements, lace, ribbons, laces. All these decorative details look very cute and unobtrusive. And for young girls, such elements as leather strips, feathers and perky "ears" are suitable.

A headband with various bows or flowers will look bright and extravagant. Such decorations are made of tulle, felt or satin ribbons using the kanzashi technique. You can also buy an exquisite brooch and attach it to the turban headband exactly in the middle. This will add charm and mystery to the image.

A headband is always a relevant and original accessory. It will suit any style, the main thing is to choose the right model and color. It is quite easy to make, every woman can do it. You only need a little imagination, effort, and most importantly - desire.

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