Scarf to Beachdress II





Again, start looking if you have some scarfs at home that you don't wear a lot, or you can go to the market and find the right size, texture, color and  pattern. Make sure the fabric is not too fragile. You can test it by pulling it out a bit and see if it already unravels.
Anyway, lets get started! Don’t be shy, just try;)







 1. Show your face
Take a scarf that is broad enough to cover your width and fold the length double to see how long it is. If it's long enough you can use it! But not to worry if it's not long enough you can still make it into a caftan top!:) Fold it double (insides/ugly sides inside) and make a small incision where the head is going to be.
Then perfect the shape and depth of the neckline and trim it.

2. Follow your lines
Sew (on the outside of double folded scarf!) a straight line or (if you want it to have a smaller waist already) a slightly inwards line. Make sure it will not be to tight and that you don't go to high up. And you're already done! check it out and adjust where needed.

3. Make it you
Now the fun really starts. Add a belt or cord (just in front to let sleeves flow or all around but a bit lower then normal), Emphasize your face by embellishing the neckline, add some fringe, basically; go nuts! Give it your own unique touch.

Use a different (material) scarf for a warmer daily dress or shiny/stretchy for a tighter fitting party dress!:)











Hope you found it as easy and fun as i did! And enjoy those summer days... More inspiration down here v and be sure to post your version on fb and instagram #1nici_diy


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Extra inspiration

Themes: Romantic, Bohemian, Seductive, Sweet, Ice creams, Patterns, Native American, Glitter/Glamour, St tropez, Harijuku, palmtrees, Mexican etc.
Materials: Cotton, Lace, Wool, towel, Scarf, Sheets, Curtains, Rope, Chains, Beads, Leather, Fringes, Pom poms, Charms, Hanker chiefs etc.
Other: Different Length, smaller waist with zipper or stretch fabric, asymmetrical, Belt through sides waist, open/ (or button up) front, caftan style, add collar, add long sleeves, add pockets etc

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