No-Cost DIY Beanie Cap from Old Sweater 😱| Easy Sewing Trick #sewing #style #diy #usa, by Astop Hacks on YouTube. 1 min 56 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 56 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Lay the sweater flat and cut off one sleeve at the shoulder seam. Use the full sleeve so you have plenty of length to fold later.
Measure around your head with a tape measure, then add about 2 cm for seam allowance. Mark that width on the sleeve.
Cut the sleeve to length so it is roughly 25 to 30 cm tall. This gives enough fabric for a folded brim.
Turn the sleeve inside out and fold it so the cut edges line up. Pin or clip the two long edges together.
Sew along the pinned edge with a straight stitch, about 1 cm from the edge. Backstitch at both ends to lock the thread.
Sew across the top opening with a running stitch, then pull the thread to gather the top closed.
Sew over the gathered top a second time for strength, then knot the thread and trim the ends.
Turn the beanie right side out and fold up the bottom edge to make a brim. Try it on and adjust the fold.
Tips and common mistakes
Use a stretchy knit stitch or a slight zigzag so the seam can stretch over your head without snapping.
Cut the sleeve a little longer than you think you need, since the brim fold uses extra fabric.
Use sharp fabric scissors and cut slowly so the knit does not fray or run.
Keep pins away from the sewing line or remove them as you sew to avoid bending the needle.
Questions
Do I need a sewing machine?
No. A simple hand stitch works fine for this project. A machine just makes the seams faster and neater.
Will the cut edge fray?
Knit sweater fabric can unravel a little. Sew close to the edge and fold the brim over the seam to hide and protect it.
Can I use any part of the sweater?
A sleeve is easiest because it is already tube shaped. You can also use the body of the sweater if you cut and seam it into a tube.
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