If you happen to have a whole collection of scarves around the house and don't quite know what to do with them, then these fun DIY scarf projects will give you some great tip on how to recycle these chic accessory items.
The cost of purchasing new pieces of clothing from the mall can add up very quickly if you aren't careful, which is why creating some yourself from items you most likely already have is a great cost-effective alternative. Since most people have scarves lying around their closets, why not put them to good use and transform them into brand new accessory pieces?
From activities that showcase how to turn a chic scarf into a summer headband to those that transform silk shawls into adorable shorts, these DIY scarf projects will certainly keep you busy with their creative techniques.
11 Fun DIY Scarf Projects
From Upcycled Scarf Headbands to Customizable Strappy Sandals:
Tana Makmanee — Jul 13, 2013 — Art & Design

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Customizable Strappy Sandals
Go From Boring to Fabulous Using These DIY Gladiator Wrap Sandals

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DIY Marble Scarves
This How-To Marble Scarf Tutorial is Fun and Colorful

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Upcycled Accessory Frocks
The Repurposed Vintage Scarf Dress is a Great Way to Recycle
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Upcycled Scarf Headbands
This Simple DIY Tutorial Turns an Average Scarf into a Chic Headpiece
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DIY Scarf Camera Straps
This DIY Turns an Unused Scarf into a Convenient Camera Strap
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DIY Stylish Scarf Watches
These Scarf Watches Upcycle Old Timepieces into a Neat DIY Accessory
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Silky Scarf Shorts
These 'a pair and a spare' DIY Bottoms Transform Bandanas Into Stylish Garments
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Handmade Constellation Shawls
This ‘A Beautiful Mess’ Scarf is Simply Beautiful
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DIY Eco Hipster Scarves
Method Home Teaches Us How to Be Stylish on a Low Budget
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Upcycled Scarf Aprons
This DIY Activity Turns an Ordinary Shawl into Chic Cooking Attire
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