Sewing a triangular scarf: Would you have thought that you could sew a triangular muslin scarf from 1 meter of fabric in just 10 minutes and in three simple steps? I'll show you how it works!
The most important things at a glance
- For the muslin triangular scarf you need 1 meter of muslin
- With this simple folding technique, you can cut the muslin fabric with zero waste
- The neckerchief is sewn completely with an overlocker in just 10 minutes
- You don't need a sewing pattern for this triangular scarf
- Sewing time: 10 minutes (approx. 30 minutes with embroidery)
- Sewing level: Beginner
Sewing a muslin neckerchief is the easiest project ever. So it's perfect for sewing beginners and those new to overlocking. Because that is exactly what you need: your overlocker! And don't worry: you don't have to sew a complicated rolled hem. To do that, you'd have to reconfigure your sewing machine a little.
But to sew our muslin triangular scarf, we make it much easier for ourselves: The scarf is sewn with a completely standard 4-thread overlock stitch. And the whole thing.
What do I need to sew a triangular muslin scarf?
The trick is: very little material! Here is your material list:
- 1 meter muslin* or other suitable fabric
- Fabric marker*
- Sewing thread*
- Rotary cutter*
- Fabric scissors*
- Pins*
- Fabric clips*
- if you're in the mood: embroidery thread* and embroidery needle
- your overlocker
I have included Madeira embroidery thread in the material list here because it's so great to work with and just looks beautiful. Unfortunately, the packaging is plastic, but you can just pull the thread out from the bottom of the bag and then it won't get tangled anymore.
What kind of machine do I need to sew a muslin scarf?
Okay, you can also sew your muslin scarf with a sewing machine. However, the triangular scarf will definitely turn out nicer with an overlocker. You can sew, finish the edges, and trim the fabric in a flash. And the seams always look great, especially with muslin or double gauze (pronounced double gauze, it's less crinkly than muslin and consists of 2 layers of fine cotton that are loosely connected).
So: All you need is your overlocker with two needles threaded for a "normal" four-thread seam.
If you want to sew the simple triangular scarf with a sewing machine, it's best to set it to an overlock or overcast stitch. Of course, that works too. :)
You can find the beautiful muslin fabric* at Stoffe Hemmers!
Which fabric can I use to sew the triangular scarf?
Because triangular scarves or neckerchiefs always come into direct contact with your skin, you should choose a fabric that is comfortable to wear and doesn't scratch. Muslin* is a great choice, but linen, viscose, or lightweight, soft wool blends are also suitable.
To be absolutely sure that your beautiful new triangular scarf is really comfortable to wear, if you aren't using muslin, double gauze, or linen-stepper or similar, which are inherently soft and warm, you should pop into a fabric store and check out what you like in person.
At Simone's (my favorite Etsy shop, which I have recommended here on the blog many times in good conscience), I have found beautiful fabrics for this type of scarf. For example, a voluminous cotton stepper*, which is available in great (and wildly easy-to-combine) colors.
Because you only need a meter of fabric, you can treat yourself to something extravagant: you don't sew yourself a triangular scarf every day!
In any case, take a look at double gauze*: The fabric feels a bit finer than muslin, not quite as crinkled – but it is wonderfully light and warm.
Also beautiful: Triple gauze*. These are layers of dreamily soft pre-treated cotton. Warmer than muslin or double gauze and very, very comfortable to wear. By the way, I always find nice muslins*, double and triple gauze at Stoffe Hemmers. Just be careful with printed fabrics: the method shown here only works if the pattern is allowed to be upside down. ;)
It's best if you choose a fabric that also has a beautiful underside. Muslin is always great for that, but there are also dreamy linen fabrics with a slight crinkle structure* at Simone's. I used one in gray for my XXL triangular scarf.
Of course, you can also use lightweight knit fabrics if you like. Just take your time looking around your favorite fabric store and pick a great fabric that goes well with your wardrobe.
Read everything you need to know about sewing with muslin here.
By the way, you can also sew together muslin or other fabric scraps for the scarf. I did that with my "Nani Iro" scarf. Afterward, I decorated the seams with the Sashiko technique, securing the seam allowances to the outer fabric.
Can beginners also sew the muslin scarf?
I'll just say: Easy peasy! Even if you have never sewn before: You can manage this scarf. It consists of exactly 3 seams and is finished in no time.
You can try out beforehand what the stitch looks like and whether you might want to switch colors. You can sew the scarf with a contrasting thread or one that matches the fabric color. If you are a beginner, you can make it really easy for yourself and choose a fabric that goes with the thread already in the machine. ;)
By the way, a project suitable for beginners is also a muslin blanket: Feel free to take a look at my article "Sewing a summer blanket made of muslin"!
How big is the finished XXL triangular scarf?
You'll be amazed! The finished scarf has an edge length of 2.80 to 3 meters on the long side. Crazy, right?
And all that from just 1 meter of fabric!
I think it's truly incredible. Of course, it always depends a bit on how wide your starting fabric is. Muslin is usually between 120 and 140 cm wide. Even if yours is really just 110 or 120 cm narrow: Your triangular scarf will still be huge, warm, and wonderful, I promise!
What is special about this way of sewing the neckerchief?
The special thing is the way the triangular scarf is cut.
If you try to cut a triangle with the grain from a meter of fabric, it will have a maximum edge length corresponding to the width of the fabric – with an insane amount of waste that you won't be able to use for anything.
This is what that looks like:
With this method, which I saw at the Nähcamp girls' site and tried out right away, it works differently: The fabric is folded in half and cut so that the waste corners can be attached to the sides without any misalignment.
The two waste pieces are then sewn onto both sides with the overlocker. Who would have thought it could be this simple? ;)
It's a great thing, isn't it? And: You can finally turn those muslin scraps that are too tiny for clothing into wonderfully soft, airy, warm XXL triangular scarves. How cool is that?!
YouTube Video: Sewing an XXL triangular scarf
Conclusion
Is there a simpler project than sewing an XXL triangular scarf? I don't think so! This sewing idea is not only implemented in a flash, it is also really so easy that every sewing beginner can handle it.
And the result is stunning! In any case, my Christmas presents for this year are sorted! :)
Write to me in the comments and let me know how you got on with the instructions. And how you like your new XXL triangular scarf. I hope you love it as much as I love mine. :)
If you like, you can also sew a beanie - to match the triangular scarf!
Happy simple sewing,
your Sabine
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