Infinity Scarf

Infinity scarves are very popular. They are called infinity because they are connected at each end to form a circle. Usually they are made out of a fabric with a stretch, so you can double and triple strand them around the neck comfortably.

I have knit these type of scarves in the past, but I've decided to sew some using my serger. The edging I am using is called a napkin edge.

Infinity scarves can be worn double stranded for a cowl or necklace effect.

Or, you can wrap them around the neck three times for a neckwarmer!

Another nice look is to wear an infinity scarf single stranded, so you can cover the shoulders for a shawl effect.

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Sewing With Stretch Knits

I recently took a course to learn how to sew with stretch knit fabrics. I also bought a serger (Babylock Image Wave). It's fun and easy to use.

Here's the top that I made with a nice stretch knit jersey fabric:



The collar was tricky:



Fiona helped me today as I took these photos! She's my Scottie-Poo.




This is a picture of a Babylock Imagine Wave serger. You need 4 spools of thread, it trims and binds the edge of the fabric as you sew.




And here are the side seam stitches on the inside of my new top:

Here's a side view:

And the collar:

It was difficult to match the thread to this pattern, but I used a seafoam color and it worked out well.

Voila!

It's very comfortable to wear and I am happy I finished it!

Au revoir!