Winter is the time when we have less interesting things that we can use as accessories. The colors itself could be entirely depressing and the coats, mufflers, stoles and jackets are all in winter shades that do nothing to get away from the gloom and the dreariness. Get ready for some winter fun with DIY accessories that you can easily make at home. Do you have a particularly plain scarf that lacks sophistication and style? Try making this pocket scarf that can immediately transform this simple piece into a beautiful winter accessory that is going to be the talk of the town.
Complexity level: Easy
Time required: one hour
Resources required
1. First, open your jeans and keep it back side up.
2. Using the scissors, cut off the back pockets, leaving the top stitch on the jean pockets intact.
3. The back pockets must be removed along with the lining fabric so that this can be used for stitching on to the scarf, leaving the front part of the pocket neat and free from stitches. Pull out all the excess thread that has frayed out from the sides and from the broken stitches, if any.
4. Iron the pockets to make them firm and free from creases.
5. Now that your pocket is neat and free from puckers, you can stitch it on to the scarf.
6. Keep the scarf fixed on to a table and identify the position where you have to stitch the pockets.
7. Ideally, you can leave about two inches from the bottom and place the bottom part of the pocket at this point.
8. Take needle and thread and stitch the pockets on to the scarf. Make sure that the stitch does not get misplaced, or else the pockets positioning can go wrong after the completion of the project.
9. Try and use the same color thread as the pocket color so that the stitches remain invisible and neat.
10. Make sure that you check the position frequently so that you do not have to undo the stitches if anything goes wrong.
11. Your DIY pocket scarf is ready for use. Team it up with a nice leather jacket or a knit sweater or even over a printed or a striped dress.
Frequently asked questions
1. How can I ensure that the position of the pocket does not shift while I stitch?
A. The best way to tackle this problem is to use pins or safety pine to fix the pockets on o the scarf after identifying the position.
2. Will the pocket be strong enough to keep my hands warm or hold my mobile?
A. If in doubt, you can give some reinforcement stitches at the back apart from the single stitch you have given.
Quick tips
1. You can add embroidered pockets or add interesting details to the pockets to add to the appeal.
2. Look for good combinations of scarves and pockets before you start. This will avoid disappointments later on.
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