Watercolor Painted DIY Summer Scarf

We had a very long, cold winter and, because of it, I took to wearing scarves to keep myself warm both in and out of the house. I got used to their coziness, their comfort. Now that it’s getting warm, my winter ones just won’t work – so I figured out an easy plan for a simple DIY summer scarf.

After deciding to make a scarf for summer, I needed design inspiration, and found what I needed in an image of simple dessert table background. It was a gauzy fabric with light, wide rose-colored stripes and it screamed “summer” to me. Soft and subtle and perfect with shades.

The material was a challenge to decide on. I am not what you would call a seamstress or a person knowledgeable in textiles. I try, but it just doesn’t stick. After searching the entire fabric store, I found the perfect gauzy cotton in the seersucker section, just in case you are interested. Now your trip won’t take as long as mine!

Supplies needed

2.5 yards white gauzey cotton (you can make it longer or shorter if you desire)
fabric paint (I used Pebeo Setacolor Transparent Fabric Paint)
sewing machine, thread, scissors, brush

Instructions

Step 1

Wash and completely dry fabric. At 7.5 feet in length, the width is too bulky, so it must be cut down. I cut mine down to 24 inches wide.

Step 2

Once it is cut down, hem the edges with a very small turn-in.

Step 3

Next comes painting! The design and paints are up to you and make sure to follow the manufacturer’s directions for application and to set. I chose Pebeo Transparent paints because they are vibrant in color and don’t affect the texture of the fabric.

These are so easy, you can make a few to rotate through and complement your summer wardrobe. Just add tank top and shades!