This week I wanted to revisit some of the magic from our Great Artists course, so I made a coordinating bandana and scrunchie set that’s inspired by the patchwork-like graphic design from our school’s webpage.
Long Live the Patchwork Trend!
If you’ve been here much at all in the last few years, you won’t be surprised to know that I am a sucker for all things patchwork and quilted. For a long time I lusted after for a quilted coat but couldn’t decide on which one to buy. Instead I put together a roundup of really inspiring coats that I still love!
After longing for a quilted coat for years, I commissioned Romy Cutler of Sew Like Romy to make me one, and now it is a serious wardrobe staple. You can look at the coat she made me and the accompanying tutorial here (and check out our interview of Romy here)! Later I used some leftover quilt pieces to make a sleep mask.
Quilting is such a great folk art and it connects us to our roots, so I think the patchwork trend is here to stay.
Quilted Bandana and Scrunchie Set
I still haven’t gotten patchwork quilting out of my system, so I incorporated it into this bandana and scrunchie set. In my mind’s eye I’m picturing a kid working on our Great Artist course with their hair tied back with the scrunchie. Isn’t that such a great mental image? I definitely feel extra creative when I’m wearing colorful, inspiring clothes and accessories!
I also love how versatile bandanas are. They can be a scarf or kerchief, tie hair back, function as breathtaking gift wrap… I could go on! Really, the sky’s the limit with this coordinating patchwork bandana and scrunchie set.
Make Your Own Patchwork Accessories
To find out how to make your own patchwork bandana and scrunchie set, download our e-book! It contains detailed step-by-step instructions, resources for materials, and some great tips to make the cutest DIY accessories around.
I feel inspired to create when I’m wearing these colorful accessories, and I hope the same is true for you! If you make a patchwork bandana or scrunchie, share it with #LarsMakes.
