NANI IRO SCARF
Here’s a quick project that totally made my day on Friday. The inspiration came from this awesome nani IRO scarf.
I have some bits and pieces of nani IRO double gauze, some are too small to make clothing with but I can’t resist collecting this gorgeous fabric. I had one metre of the green Fuwari print that I knew would be just right for a scarf. I made a special trip to Mokuba in search of some pom pom trim, which is clearly an essential feature of this scarf. They didn’t have true pom pom trim, but I found this golden glittery pom-like trim that seemed kinda perfect for me.
Here’s a quick run down of how the scarf comes together. Square up the ends of your fabric and then cut the metre piece down the centre fold. You will now have two pieces that are about 22″ x 1 metre long. Sew those two pieces together. You will now have a piece that is 22″ x 2 metres long. Fold the fabric in half with good sides together, it will now be 11″ x 2 metres. If you’re planning on adding trim, cut an 11″ piece for either side and baste it in place on the inside of your folded fabric. The trim will be placed good side to the front side of your scarf. All the trim should be laying on the inside of your scarf ‘sandwich’, so that it will end up on the outside of your scarf, not the inside! Sew around the 3 open sides of your fabric, leaving a space of a few inches along the longer side so that you can turn the scarf inside out. You will need to hand or machine stitch this closed after. That’s it! Think of how many of these you can whip up in a night?!
It’s been cold here in Toronto, so I’ve been wearing my scarf inside, since I refuse to turn on the furnace just yet. The little glitter pom trim makes me incredibly happy and reminds me that a little bit of trim is always a good idea.
p.s. I hope you’re thinking the same thing…. This is a great (& simple) handmade gift idea!!
12 comments
so cute karyn!!! i like your friendship bracelet too!
Absolutely gorgeous, as is the one in your link. I have some Nani Iro double gauze in the stash .. feeling the need for a pom pom scarf!
This is such a great idea, and so pretty! I have some leftover nani IRO too that would be perfect for a scarf. Thanks for sharing your process!
I have been wanting to make something just like this. Thanks so much for posting. I saw you bought your glittery pompom trim at Mokuba, do you have any suggestions in the downtown core for pompom trim. I buy most of mine off of Etsy, but I would love to find a local supplier that has lots of colours.
Love your version, the delicate trim is just beautiful.
Thanks for the great idea! I’ve just finished naniIro gray-blue scarf as a gift to a friend ^.^
I was just thinking of making a scarf on the bus coming home after work today. You have definitely inspired me on what to do now 🙂
I love this!!! What great inspirational posts, lately! You’re always so great with trims! I need to visit this famous Makuba…
I love your scarf. This would make a wonderful Christmas gift. Thanks for the inspiration.
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I’ve had this bookmarked forever, and finally made one of these scarves, with Nani Iro Pocho — http://linniedarling.com/fabric/nani-iro-by-naomi-ito/gauze/nani-iro-woodblock-pocho–garland-rustic-double-gauze. It is more beautiful than I anticipated it would be! Thanks for the idea and easy instructions.