DIY scarf

I have loads of remaining pieces of fabrics which I only store in paper bags for "someday" craft projects. Now it's time to start using them! This time I decided to do a scarf in combination of grey leaf printed cotton and  light grey jersey.  

Instructions:

1. Choose 2 fabrics you like. I chose light-grey jersey fabric and light grey cotton fabric with cute leaves print. 
2. Cut two long rectangles from each fabric in same length and width. My scarf is made from 170 cm (67 inches) long and 42 cm (16.5 inches) wide rectangles. 
3. Pin and stitch the sides right sides together to create a long tube.
4. pull the tube right side out, and pin the seams at the two open ends.
5. Stitch both sides separately to create long stole
6. This is it! Very easy 1 hour project! 

Does this scarf look more like a circle scarf? That's because I tied the scarf ends below the front fold! Here are other ways how you can tie a scarf. Isn't it great? (source: Pinterest)

Extra large white ruffled neck warmer

This is my latest creation. The extra large neck warmer.  It combines fashion and function to provide a protection for your neck and lower face in cold and windy weather conditions. The cowl is made of beautifully textured white acrylic front fabric and lined with warm furry fabric which is also very comfortable to wear thanks to it's softness.

This super cool tube neck warmer is not only fashionable accessory but it also keeps your neck warm and comfortable during long autumn/winter walks, days and nights out! 

 The neck warmer is available for purchase here.

 For more neck warmers and other products click here.

What's new at MirkaDesign?

Hi everyone,  

I would like to share some listings which I added to my shop recently. What do  you think about them? Would you like to wear any of these? Do you have any suggestions how to improve them?  Would you change material, colours, pattern?

1. Extra large neck warmers for cold autumn days

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60434079/extra-large-neck-warmer-unisex

http://www.etsy.com/listing/81783150/large-neck-warmer-flower-print-vintage

2. Accessories ( headbands & bracelets) suitable for any occasion

http://www.etsy.com/listing/65183646/polka-dot-pleated-headband-and-bracelet

http://www.etsy.com/listing/81960541/shiny-purple-bracelet-all-occasion

3. Sparkling clutch

http://www.etsy.com/listing/80984949/sparkling-silver-evening-fold-over

Find out all items at www.mirkadesign.etsy.com

Thank you in advance for your feedback!

Braided Layered scarf – DIY project

The summer is over whether we want it or not. It’s getting colder, colors are coming to the trees and it’s just a right time to replace your summer closet with warm sweaters, long pants and heavy jackets. Considering how cold it’s been lately, I decided to do a few scarves for myself.

I found a tutorial for this scarf on Internet few days ago and I just couldn’t wait to do this project. It is very first scarf I made and I am not completely happy with a result BUT I am planning to do more and improve it in future so hopefully I will be happier with those.

It is very easy project to do. All you have to do is cut as many fabric stripes as you like and braid as many ropes as you like. If you wander what fabric you should use I would recommend viscose or some lightweight fabric. You can use a fabric width as a length of stripes (cca 61 inches/ 150 cm). Fabric stripes should have different width for each braided rope ( I used only 2 ropes which I made of 3 fabric stripes -12 and 10 inches width) I am going to do more ropes for each scarf in future. I think it will look better.

Then hand sew (or machine sew) each rope's ends together. Do the same with some wider stripe of fabric, which you might also gather a little, as it will be on the back of your neck. To keep all ropes together take some remaining fabric, or some interesting fabric stripe or lace and pin it onto the seams. Hand sew the piece on all parts of the scarf.

So, what do you think? Do you like the scarf? 

My new design - MEGA NECK WARMER*

For those days when you need extra protection, don’t leave home without neck warmer. It is essential for the winter season whenever you are.

The neck warmer itself is made from 2 layers of cotton fabric and fleece to maintain your neck and throat protected from the cold breeze.

One size - suitable for men or women

These two types are available for purchase at http://www.mirkadesign.etsy.com/