Emma and I love printed scarves. We've collected vintage silk scarves for years. They're the perfect classic accessory for all seasons with endless styling possibilities. So one day we were shopping for supplies for another project and I saw these plain white cotton bandannas. Light bulb! "We should totally print some scarves!" So here's what we came up with-
First up, a patterned scarf stamped with the word pretty. I wrote the word in my handwriting, adding a thicker line than usual. We cut this out of craft foam and adhered it a piece of cardboard to make a simple stamp. Don't forget to glue it on backwards! Then we used the stamp to print this scarf. I love the simple, graphic design.
Next, we used tape to mask off a simple stripe design. We painted random, rainbow colors between each line of tape. The result is an evenly spaced, simple stripe design.
Ta-da! There are so many possibilities for simple, custom designs. What would you print on your scarf? xo. Elsie + Emma
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Where did you get the plain scarves?
Such a cute idea. I love it! Oh and Emma, your sweater is so cute. I love it too!
-Jess
http://www.JessicasWonderland.com
Hi Tamara- I got them from Hobby Lobby. XO!
What a fun idea! So pretty I would print ‘Forever Infinite’ on mine. Infinity is such an interesting thought to me, it’s even my blogs name, Infinite Style. I think it would look nice on a scarf!
xoxo
Juliette Laura
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What did you write ‘pretty’ on? Just plain paper.
But doesn’t the paper have to be thick enough so when its on the cardboard, the paint doesn’t get on the cardboard and only the ‘pretty’
i absolutely love these! Looks like I will be making yet another trip to Hobby Lobby. I should just move in there! 😉
Genius!
This is such a great idea-so many options! I love what you did with your scarves. I’m inspired – you guys are awesome.
Melanie- it’s craft foam. :))
Have a great weekend! Elsie
Oh, this is so nifty! Definitely might do this!
-Josie
This is such a brilliant idea! Your scarves came out looking so cute!
these are just the cutest! you two are fab at making diys like this!
kw Ladies in Navy
The colours! The pretty! I love!
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I have an unhealthy addiction to scarves as well.
This is most definitely something I will try asap!
I just have to brainstorm some ideas…
xx
Janine
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This is really cute, there are endless possibilities 🙂
Cute! Stencils are also a super fun way to add a personal flair to your thangs. I like the neat edges you get. I dont think I’ve seen you guys do any stencil diys- you should give it a try!
what a great idea. it i did this, i think i would put little baby blue starts on white fabric. i love stars. 🙂
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That is a really great idea!!!
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I love this! You guys rock!
Great Idea!!I like it ;O))
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JO
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A fantastic idea! Very creative, I will definitely be giving this a whirl. I might try a small butterfly or bird print.
Lovely idea and so creative! It’s funny but I’ve only recently got ‘into’ scarves and now I’m slightly obsessed 🙂
That looks great and is like always so original. I like it. Have a nice day,
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I LOVE this!! So cute! You guys come up with such cute craft ideas!
Ngaio xx
I will try this for pillow,
the ones on my sofa are so boring!
That looks so great! But what a lot of work! I would be worried I’d spill something on it.
Definitely worth it though. Beatiful.
OMG that scarf looks sooo pretty! You make everything look so easy to do 🙂 I will definitely give this one a go!
Have a beautiful weekend!
Wow! This is such a great idea and I have a few scarfs laying around so this is perfect 🙂
Lulu xx
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Really lovely diy. I have so many scarves. Maybe I could pimp one or too as well <3
xx
That’s so cute ! love it !
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Looks great!
Great idea! I really want to print my own fabric or linens or something! But there is so much inspiration, I still have to decide what to do exactly.
They look gorgeous! I’d love to try this but I know the end result won’t look half as good! I’m hosting a giveaway on my blog at the moment if you fancy popping over 🙂 x
Such a fab idea! I love it!
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how gorgeous, I love the stripes 🙂
Nice and simple, great idea.
Looks great!
what a cute idea!!!!!
cool love it! 😉
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Looooooooove this! Your DIY’s are so simple and perfect!!
~Sacha
What a cute idea! TFS 😀
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Such a cute DIY!!
Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca
What a brilliant idea!!
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I quite like the striped scarf. You could also do this with a plain white cheap thrifted scarf or a scarf that needs a little spiffing up to recycle. The possibilities are endless.
Hey elsie and emma! I love this idea and it looks really stylish and something you could wear for any occasion. I love everything on your blog and even did a post on my blog that mentioned you guys! thanks for the inspiration xoxo
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So cute! xx
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I would print the horse design from your wall on a scarf. So dreamy!
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lovely!
These are both so cute! I love the colors you’ve chosen. Definitely want to make these sometime soon.
This would make such an awesome gift! xx
These are so nice!
Anna
love this idea! i may do this with a group of middle school girls next weekend…how long does it take to dry? do you think it would take about and hour, for this project, if i have all supplies? we will be doing this on an overnighter out of town:) any tips would be helpful. kim
This is such a great idea! I love it!
Thanks for the little tutorial.
*goes off to pin it*
Such a cute idea!
xx Kaisa
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This is cute , I am a vintage junkie at heart but I would wear something new like this , great idea the only problem is my handwriting isn’t that spiffy,I’d really have to work at it if writing a word.
Great idea, esp. your handmade stamp:D So simple and clever. Thank you for inspiration!
Last fall i printed an aztec scarf. Turned out pretty well.
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love your blog, greetings claudia
sp pretty indeed! love this DIY and the designs so much!
this is so awesome idea! How do you girls do it?? I would never figure out!
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love this so much! i’ll have to try this at home. you guys are such an inspiration to me! my creativity automatically starts here 🙂
Oooh, this is so neat. I will definitely try this out! <3
Such a gorgeous idea – I love that you can make it personal – especially to a loved one or friend
as a gift idea or for yourself. I am going to give this a try and will
Send you a pic when I do.
Hugs
Donna x
Ugh, I wish I was crafty enough to try this!! xx
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Is there any specific type of scarf that would work the best for this project? I’ve tried stamping before, but they never turn out as awesome as I want them to. 🙁
Sheilly,
Try using a cotton scarf 🙂
Kim,
The scarves take between 30 minutes and an hour to paint, plus 1-2 hours to dry. Make sure there are no thick chunks of paint and it should be done in more like 1 hour. :))
Have fun!!
this is reallyyy nice! love it
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Great idea! I think these would be a fun gift!
Very cute 🙂 Is it special fabric paint?
Love the striped scarf, I’d def go with stripes.:)
Such a good idea! Seriously gonna do this soon 🙂
♥Brooke
http://youreinbrookelynn.blogspot.com/
LolaDee, I like Matte fabric paint if there is an option, but with bright colors we usually just use regular fabric paint (aka- what kids make t-shirts with) :))
OOooOOOooo I love the stripes!!!!
That’s so cool and original, can’t wait to try it out!!
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Thanks for a great idea to revamp some of my scarves.
New ones I buy at https://www.countingflowers.co.uk
pretty cute!
xo Jennifer
http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com
Such talented ladies! I love your creation. I collect scarf as well!
I’d write Rutgers-Newark because that’s my graduate school! Gotta represent =D
This is wonderful!
This is such a great idea.
I can’t wait to design a pattern and make my own custom scarf 🙂
I’ll have to do this as soon as possible
*oh happy day*
This is such an adorable idea! We did something similar in art class in primary school except we printed on plain T-shirts!
x Aliya
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always love your fresh idea! 🙂
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Great idea!!
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Lovely! You guys are so creative. 🙂 Have you ever done a painted rug? I’d love to see a tutorial on a DIY ethnic rug. 🙂
Wow how pretty!!!
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as always amazing tutorial!
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I love this! Such a great use of color!! Your posts really evoke happiness.
This is cool, i used to do this on my tops when i was a kid http://behoneybee.com
you guys have the best ideas! love this one. and now i want one of these too. I know what projects ill be busy with this week now. xx. gigi. food and beauty blogger @ http://www.gigikkitchen.blogspot.com
These scarves are gorgeous, I would never have guessed you made them yourselves! Deifnitely inspired me to get more crafty!
Love Tweet xx
Love the “pretty” scarf
Fun idea! I love scarves!
These are great! Have you guys featured someone doing something like this but for wedding invites? I was thinking of screenprinting on scarves or handkerchiefs for my wedding invites to Ireland..not sure though. Might be too time consuming.
Cute idea! I need to make one!
cute! love the colorful stripes. 🙂
Such a great idea! I love the striped one especially!
xoxo,
laura
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cute idea!
Sarah=)
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Cute! 🙂
XO Nat
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Nat in Love
Awww, they are both super adorable but I really love the striped one. Thank you, as always!
♥Emma Deer