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Learn how to make a bandana! They are really cheap to make and easy even for a novice sewer. You can make a no-sew version with raw edges, use simple hand stitches, or use your sewing machine. Bandanas are everywhere and are suitable for both men and women of all ages. They can be worn on the forehead, as a scarf, around the neck or even on your pet.

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How to make a bandana tutorial

Bandana Shapes

What shape is a bandana? All bandanas are square. They can look oblong or even triangular, but that is exactly how they are folded. The good news is that the squares are so easy to make!

Bandana Sizes

Bandanas come in a variety of sizes, but a fairly common size for adults is 22 inches (56 cm). Larger bandanas are usually 27 inches (68.5 cm) and children’s bandanas are 18 inches (46 cm). Anything smaller will not fit around the head or neck and is really considered a handkerchief.

Bandana Size inches cm Standard Adult 22″ 56 cm Large Adult 27″ 68.5 cm Child 18″ 46 cm How to Make a Bandana – Sizes

Best fabrics for bandanas

Lightweight cotton fabrics work best for a bandana. You want to be able to knead, roll, and tie the fabric, and thinner fabric is better suited for this. Cotton or natural fibers breathe and won’t make you sweat, which is important if you wear it on your forehead or on the back of your neck. Check that the fabric is soft against your skin and doesn’t itch.

Somewhere along the way, someone somewhere decided that bandanas should be made from paisley fabrics. You can make yours from any pattern or color that makes you happy, but be aware that in some cities certain colors have gang or sports associations. I’m lucky enough to live in a city where I don’t have to think about it, but you might not.

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Cutting fabric for a bandana

Cut a square of fabric to the desired size for your bandana. If you’re sewing a hem around the bandana, you’ll need to add 1/2″ (12mm) seam allowance all the way around.

This means that for a 22 inch (56 cm) bandana you will cut a 23 inch (54.5 cm) square.

Save money – do 2

Most fabrics are 44 inches (112 cm) wide which means if you cut your square 22 inches (56 cm) you will end up with 2 bandanas across the width of your fabric. With the finished hem, your finished bandana will be 21″ long, which is not much smaller than the standard size, so it’s worth the savings.

How much fabric do you need for a bandana? – With ¾ yard (70cm) you can make 2 bandanas. (Assumes a standard 44 inch (112 cm) wide fabric.)

Wash first

To look good on the store rollers, many fabrics come with finishing chemicals. It is always recommended to pre-wash your fabrics before sewing. This will also ensure that your fabric doesn’t shrink or color run after you’ve spent time making the bandana.

How to cut a square bandana

The easiest way to cut a square from a rectangular piece of fabric is to fold one edge into a triangle, measure one side, and then trim. A perfect square!

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If you choose to leave the edges open, you’re done and ready to wear your bandana. However, be aware that the edges will fray slightly, so you may want to make a simple hem. Even if you’ve never sewn before, a basic hem is really, really easy.

How to make a bandana – no sewing

Cut the bandana into a square of your desired size and you’re done. If you leave the edges raw, be sure to choose a fabric that doesn’t fray too much. Tightly woven fabric frays less than loosely woven fabric. For example, choose cotton for quilting instead of linen.

No-sew hemming ideas

FRAY – Make the fringe edges a feature by fraying them even further. (How to fray fabric)

– Make the fringe edges a feature by fraying them even further. (Fabric Fraying) SCISSORS – Pinking shears have a serrated zigzag edge that can reduce fabric fraying. It also creates an interesting edge.

– Pinking shears have a serrated zigzag edge that can reduce fabric fraying. It also creates an interesting edge. TAPE – You can also get hem tape, which is a heat-fusible tape that seals the edges with no sewing required. This tape is available in many supermarkets and all fabric stores. Pinch a small hem and then place the ribbon in the crease. Press with your iron and it will seal the edge. Hem tape is usually wider so you can cut it narrower to fit a narrow bandana hem.

– You can also get hem tape, which is a heat-fusible tape that seals the edges with no sewing required. This tape is available in many supermarkets and all fabric stores. Pinch a small hem and then place the ribbon in the crease. Press with your iron and it will seal the edge. Hem tape is usually wider so you can cut it narrower to fit a narrow bandana hem. GLUE – You can get fabric glue to hold the edges, but I think the tape does a better job and never shows through the fabric.

Further reading: Use of hem tape

How to Make a Bandana – Hand Sewing

Cut your fabric square, then grab your iron and ironing board and turn over all the raw edges by 6mm.

Turn the edges over another 6 mm (¼ inch) for a clean, double-folded hem that won’t fray. The hem can be less than 6 mm (¼ inch) if desired, and can even go down to 3 mm (⅛ inch) if you can squeeze it that tight.

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Hand hemming for beginners

Now it’s time to do some simple stitching. If you are new to hand sewing, the easiest way to do this is with a running stitch. If you are new to sewing, you might want to read about how to hand sew.

How to make a bandana hem by hand

Step 1 – Double thread your cotton needle and knot the end. (Further Reading: How to Thread a Needle)

– Double thread your needle with cotton and knot the end. (Further Reading: How to Thread a Needle) Step 2 – Insert the needle into the hem crease to hide the knot.

– Put the needle in the hem fold to hide the knot. Step 3 – Sew around the edge of the hem in an up and down motion. The smaller the stitches, the stronger your seam will be.

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Finishing – If you run out of thread halfway through, you can knot it and then use a new piece of cotton. To tie off the thread, use a small backstitch and, before tightening the cotton loop, push the needle through the loop. This creates a small knot. You would typically do this twice and then trim off the excess cotton.

Hemming fine fabrics to make a bandana

Fine fabrics can be hemmed with a hand-rolled hem stitch. This is a stitch better suited for intermediate users and not for beginners. Of course it takes a little longer, but the result is beautiful and almost invisible if you use a suitable yarn. This stitch creates a really small rolled hem.

Step 1 – Using your thumb or finger, fold a crease along the edge of the hem. Make it as narrow as possible

– Crease along the edge of the hem with your thumb or finger. Make it as tight as possible Step 2 – The hem is hand sewn from right to left. Start with a few backstitches. Don’t use a node as it will appear on the right side.

– The hem is sewn by hand. Start with a few backstitches. Don’t use a node as it will appear on the right side. Step 3 – Make a small diagonal stitch in the fabric just above the hem. Then stitch diagonally into the hem and take another stitch into the hem. Repeat, but don’t pull on the strings yet. (See in the photo how the needle stitches first through the fabric and then a small downward and upward stitch at the edge of the hem.)

– Make a small diagonal stitch in the fabric just above the hem. Then stitch diagonally into the hem and take another stitch into the hem. Repeat, but don’t pull on the strings yet. (See in the photo how the needle makes a small stitch down and up, first through the fabric and then at the edge of the hem.) Step 4 – After 3 or 4 stitches, gently pull the thread. The hem curls, forming a hem and hiding the raw edges. To repeat.

Further Reading: Hemstitches

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How to Make a Bandana – Sewing Machine

If you have a sewing machine, hemming your bandana is a breeze.

Step 1 – Pinch the raw edges 6mm (¼ inch) and then the same amount again to create a narrow double hem. You can even make the hem smaller than 6 mm (¼ inch) if you are an intermediate sewer. The smaller the hem, the softer the edges will be.

– Press the raw edges 6 mm (¼ inch) and then the same amount again to create a narrow double hem. You can even make the hem smaller than 6 mm (¼ inch) if you are an intermediate sewer. The smaller the hem, the softer the edges will be. Step 2 – Straight stitch around the edge of the hem. Try a length of 2.5. Matching thread will make your hem less noticeable, but you can also use contrast. Play around with your decorative stitches and make the hem stand out.

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Decorate your bandana

Bandana edges can be embellished with pom pom trimmings, ric raw, or even tassels. Decorate it with scattered sequins. Use your creativity to create something unique.

Further reading:

Wearing a headscarf

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Neck and hair band

Lay the bandana in front of you in a diamond shape and roll up the bandana. Wrap it around your neck or hair and tie a knot.

Bandana Scarf

Fold the bandana in half diagonally so that it becomes a triangle, and then tie it around your hair or around your neck.

DIY No Sew Sew Face Mask

Bandanas are currently popular for making no-sew face masks. You can fold your bandana diagonally into a triangle and then tie it at the back of your head. Alternatively, fold the edges so that they meet or slightly overlap. Thread the hair ties through the ends and fold the fabric over toward the center. You can adjust the length and width of your fold to fit your face size. If you can hand or machine sew, I have a more detailed tutorial using a face mask pattern.

More bandana items

If you’re looking for how to make a dog bandana, I have an easy bandana that threads over the collar and is great for everyday use. Threading it over her regular collar means you don’t have to worry about knotting it around her neck. This pattern includes 3 sizes and a video to help you.

DIY Dog Bandana Pattern

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How to make a bandana – conclusion

So now you know how to make a bandana 3 different ways with or without sewing. Make yourself one in every color of the rainbow.

More free tutorials

Expand your sewing skills with more free tutorials:

Pin How to Make a Bandana Learn how to make a bandana with this simple tutorial. 4.9/5 – (17 votes cast) Print Pin Total Time: 15 minutes Sewing Basics Machine, thread, pins, scissors, iron Materials Fabric Instructions Cut your fabric into a 23 inch (58.5 cm) square for a standard adult size.

Pinch raw edges ⅛-1/4″ (3-6 mm) twice. Smaller seams will soften.

Hand stitch (running stitch) or machine stitch around the edges.

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Your dog has a unique and special personality that needs to be shown to the world. What better way to let your family, friends and neighbors know your pet than through a fashionable bandana that matches their style? Owners can print their names and phone numbers on the bandana fabric to keep their pet safe if lost, or use the accessory to make a bold statement. Choose from the standard fabric bandana, simple plastic buckle or leather collar to showcase your dog’s personality in a way that suits their lifestyle. Here are some awesome dog bandanas that we recommend.

What to look out for when choosing a dog bandana

Keep these things in mind when looking for the perfect accessory for your pooch:

Sizing: If the bandana doesn’t have a collar or buckle, look for long necklines for ultimate neck comfort. These are also great for growing puppies as the fabric allows you to tie the fabric in progressively larger increments. Collars are more likely to come in custom sizes for extra small or extra large dogs and usually have room for adjustment. When looking for the perfect size for your dog, always refer to the sizing chart that accompanies each bandana product.

If the bandana doesn’t have a collar or buckle, look for long necklines for ultimate neck comfort. These are also great for growing puppies as the fabric allows you to tie the fabric in progressively larger increments. Collars are more likely to come in custom sizes for extra small or extra large dogs and usually have room for adjustment. When looking for the perfect size for your dog, always refer to the sizing chart that accompanies each bandana product. Material: Dogs are magnets for dirt and debris, so any fabric is likely to pick up stains while playing or walking. Cotton bandanas are durable and breathable but tend to absorb water. Look for washable cotton bandanas to find the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Polyester is also a good choice because it’s strong, wrinkle-resistant, and abrasion-resistant. Avoid delicate fabrics like silk so your dog can still run and play without destroying their new accessory.

Dogs are magnets for dirt and debris, so any fabric can get stained while playing or walking. Cotton bandanas are durable and breathable but tend to absorb water. Look for washable cotton bandanas to find the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Polyester is also a good choice because it’s strong, wrinkle-resistant, and abrasion-resistant. Avoid delicate fabrics like silk so your dog can still run and play without destroying their new accessory. Closure System: Buckle collar bandanas are best for extremely playful or young dogs as they are durable and difficult for pets to take off. Cloth bandanas are less secure, but highly customizable and less restrictive. Plastic quick release buckles are great for short term wear when your dog is only wearing the bandana for a play date or photo shoot. Metal loop buckles are great for all day use on dogs that are comfortable with the standard collar.

Best Personalized: YaoYao Personalized Dog Bandana

Make your best friend a gift as unique as you are with this customizable banana that can display their name, phone number, or any text that’s special to you. With four different color sizes and adjustable buckles, every type of dog can feel stylish. Show off your dog’s personal style by combining the cotton bandana’s hues with one of 12 embroidery thread colors, giving you options from black to grass blue. The knitted collar is strong and non-irritating, keeping your pet comfortable all day long. The collar band also features a quick release buckle to ensure the bandana can be easily put on and taken off. When the bandana gets dirty, it can be quickly washed with cold water to remove mud, dirt and grass.

Best Leather: StrawberryEC Adjustable collar for medium sized dogs

The classic look of leather and plaid can now be shown off on your pet with this durable and comfortable collar bandana. A gold alloy buckle and loop combine with the brown leather strap to create a timeless design that will turn heads. The bandana is made of sturdy cotton material that stands up to the dirt picked up by playful dogs. For special occasions, pet owners can also exchange the headscarf for the matching bow tie, which is included with the purchase. The bandana and bow tie pack comes in red, navy and burgundy plaid to make your pooch feel smart.

Best Variety Pack: MEWTOGO 10 Pack Dog Bibs

These patterned bandanas are ideal for dogs that like to show off their playful personality. This pack of 10 includes creative images of other animals and different foods with colorful backgrounds so you can customize your outfits. Each bandana is made from cotton yarn and features professionally sewn edges for added durability. The bandana’s 16-inch length at the neck area fits most large dogs and provides additional room for pets with smaller necks, making it a comfortable choice for dogs of all sizes. The cotton material makes this bandana easy to wash in cold water for a fresh, crisp look.

Best Design: Remy+Roo Dog Bandanas – 4 Pack

The Remy+Roo Bandanas are made with your dog’s comfort in mind as the specially tailored design ensures that the fabric does not restrict the neck. The bandana features two long ends and a curved neckline, allowing owners to find the perfect fit around their dog. The polyester material is double layered and features a small Remy+Roo patch that gives this bandana a designer look. Remy+Roo’s polyester design is also wrinkle and stain resistant, making it ideal for dogs that love to play wild. The line patterns, architectural images, and floral designs are eye-catching for the pet and beautiful for the owner to look at.

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Bandanas, multicolored dog bandanas and multipurpose dog bandanas.

They can be used for curative, safety, and preventative reasons, and can serve multiple purposes when pets and their owners venture outdoors.

In this article, I’ll break down each reason so you stop wondering why dogs wear dog bandanas?

Why do dogs wear bandanas?

Dogs wear bandanas to:

1) Provide a visual queue to their preferred interaction methods

2) Reduce anxiety by applying scents and calming sprays to them

3) Worn as a fashion accessory

4) To spread a message on the bandana such as: B. Supporting charities.

What is the purpose of a dog bandana?

The main purpose of a dog bandana is to visually teach other dog owners how to interact with other dogs. Their color should be easy to recognize and represent different meanings so dog owners don’t have to get close to communicate the message.

Dog owners don different colored dog bandanas to visually communicate how to interact with other dogs and people. Dogs also wear bandanas to reduce anxiety, ward off insects, and wear fashion accessories.

The purpose of dog bandanas can vary. Let’s take the weather for example. If it is winter or you live in a cold country and your dog is not a multi-coat labrador, the bandana material may affect your dog’s warmth. A small tweed bandana might be helpful to keep your little dog snug and warm around his neck and chest.

Not only people like a scarf in winter. Grab a dog scarf, aka a dog bandana!

Why are colored dog bandanas better than a ribbon?

Many dog ​​owners simply tie a colored ribbon to the leash to indicate the extra space or care that should be exercised around their dog. The problem with a strap on a leash is that it can be very difficult for others to see. A dog bandana will draw attention much quicker as it is a human instinct to look directly into the eyes and facial features of another person or animal to quickly understand their emotions and intentions, if any.

Bandana color gives us all the information we need and quickly draws our attention to it, which is why a bandana is a powerful and useful tool.

Why do dogs wear colored dog bandanas?

Dog bandanas are also worn in different colors for “signaling reasons”. Dog bandana color is often a precautionary signal to other dog owners that your dog has potential behavioral or health problems. This helps them know to look after you, avoid you, or just approach you cautiously if the dog owner gives you the okay.

They can be very nervous, deaf, in training, blind, a service dog, etc. This may seem like numerous possibilities, but simply asking the owner from a safe distance will give you a straight answer as to whether and how to approach them.

Some dog bandanas are just for fashion, fun, and to show off that personality, so don’t worry every time you see one. Approach with caution and keep an eye on communications from the owner.

Read on to see what the different colored dog bandanas mean!

Why do dogs wear cooling dog bandanas?

In a warmer climate, or if you’re in England six weeks a year and ready to hit the beer gardens with your pooch, you’d be better off with a cooling dog bandana. These are made of materials that deflect sunlight and soak up water to give your dog an even cooling effect.

Cooling dog bandanas are designed to effectively cool your dog on warm days. When dogs get too hot, they start panting because they can’t sweat like we do. We usually cool our dogs down by trying to cool their necks, chests and paws. The bandanas cover the neck and chest, which are two of the most important areas you want to cool down.

Take the bandana and wet it by soaking it in water

Squeeze out the excess water

Tie it around your dog’s neck (not too tight)

Make sure most of the headscarf covers the chest

Bandanas can stay cool for a few hours, but if it’s a really hot day, keep covering it with water and make sure you have other dog cooling supplies available.

What are cooling dog bandanas made of?

Cooling bandanas must be made of waterproof materials such as polyester fabric. It doesn’t repel water completely, nor does it absorb water so it doesn’t become super heavy, nor does it simply withstand water. Waterproof would not be good as the water would not penetrate the material to keep your dog cool, it would just repel the water.

Should Dogs Wear Dog Bandanas?

Dogs are not required to wear dog bandanas, but they should wear one if you, the owner, need to signal some form of non-vocalized communication about your dog to other dog owners.

If you want them to wear dog bandanas for fun and fashion then that is fine as long as they are comfortable and happy with it. Most dogs will do well because they are used to wearing a collar or harness, but if you are experiencing stress, it is best not to wear a harness or gradually introduce them through positive training and treats.

Do wet dog bandanas keep my dog ​​cool?

If you want the ultimate dog cooler bandana materials, then you need something that contains polymer crystals. When the outside heat rises, one of the best places on the body to cool off is the paws, stomach, chest and neck. Bandanas around the neck can contain these polymeric cooling crystals that quickly absorb water to cool the bandana and your dog. They hold their chill for hours, making them a pretty handy item in the sun.

A word of caution

If your dog loves to rip things apart and a cooling bandana might be one of them, then the polymer crystals could leak out and be consumed by your dog. The crystals are most likely non-toxic, but will swell in water as they were designed to do so. When they become swollen in your dog, they can cause an intestinal obstruction and a vet may need to induce vomiting to clear them from the system.

Although the crystals are non-toxic, they will swell in water (and will swell in your dog’s system) and there is a chance they could cause an intestinal obstruction, so if he has ingested this within the last 1-2 hours would be a good idea to induce vomiting to get her out of his system.

What do red dog bandanas mean?

It is a warning not to approach, just as a red sign is usually a warning. The bold color is designed to grab your attention to show that your dog isn’t always comfortable with dog or human interaction and would prefer their own space. The owner put this paint on for a reason, so we should respect that and do our best not to cause a problem.

The worst case scenario we’ve seen before is when a released dog runs into a dog with a red bandana, which never ends well. This leaves the owner of the dog with the red bandana in a very difficult and unfortunate situation and the other dog owner should act responsibly and quickly and remove his dog from any aggravating situation.

What do yellow dog bandanas mean?

Yellow dog bandanas are worn as a warning and a request for space. It usually means not approaching them or approaching them with caution, but you should keep other dogs away from them. It can also be a warning that they are scared or nervous.

What do the other dog bandana colors mean?

There isn’t just one or two colors, there is a list of all of them for different reasons. But once you see our breakdown below, it will be much easier for you to know the key colors to look out for.

Any funky looking or trendy bandana is just that and the color will likely be something like purple or green to show kindness or let you know not to worry and they can be approached.

Here’s a simple breakdown of what the colors mean.

Bandana Color Reason Red bandana Do not approach with caution Orange bandana Not good with other dogs Green bandana Compatible with all Blue bandana Working dog or training White bandana Deaf or blind or both Yellow bandana Nervous – caution

What are high visibility dog ​​bandanas?

A high-visibility bandana is usually reflective, adding a great safety feature that further emphasizes how useful a bandana can be. When car lights shine on it, it will stand out, which has a much greater chance of preventing a traffic accident when your dog is on the road. The text on the bandana can be made of reflective vinyl for this purpose.

REFLECTIVE DOG BANDANAS: Now with the option to upgrade the text to a reflective vinyl (which exceeds EN ISO 20471 minimums) which when illuminated will help your dog be seen in the dark (High Visibility Dog Bandana).

Dog bandanas for events

Dog bandanas can be used to draw attention to a specific event. For example, at a dog birthday party or people party, we wear hats and other colorful items and many want their dogs to wear bandanas celebrating a special birthday, especially one of a dog or a person who is a big dog lover.

Pets and animals are becoming more and more popular at wedding events and they take part in the pictures so they have to look the part.

Even brand awareness and other causes and charities are good excuses for wearing a headscarf. Any time you need to represent something, especially involving dogs or pets, a dog bandana can go a long way in supporting such a cause.

Can puppies wear puppy bandanas?

Puppies, like adult dogs, may wear a puppy bandana for numerous reasons. The pup may be in training, nervous, want to socialize, or wear one because it’s fashionable. Different colored bandanas will help other dog owners know how to approach your pup.

How should a dog wear a dog bandana?

Bandanas can be attached in two typical ways:

1) On the collar, meaning the collar slips through the bandana and hangs from the collar.

2)Hook and loop which means it easily attaches with velcro.

Do dog bandanas go on the front or back?

You will typically see dog bandanas worn on the front of a dog, much like a tie is worn by a person. However, you can also turn a dog bandana over so that it is partly on its back if, for example, it was wet and you wanted to cool that area. *Remember – the chest and back are both important areas for staying cool in the summer.

What size dog bandana should I get for my dog? The size of the bandana depends on the type of dog bandana you choose. Here are some bandanas that are available for purchase and there is a size chart reflecting the information below. Travfurler Dog Bandanas on Collar – Matching Sizes

XS – 10 cm wide, 8 cm deep with a 2.5 cm collar channel S – 12 cm wide, 9.5 cm deep with a 3 cm collar channel M – 19 cm wide, 11.5 cm deep with a 3 cm collar channel cm

L – 26cm wide, 15cm deep with a 4.5cm collar channel. XL – 35cm wide, 20cm long with a 6.5cm collar channel

Velcro Sizes (Velcro Dog Bandanas):

S – 15cm-30cm M – 30cm-39cm L – 39cm-47cm

XL – 47cm-62cm XXL – 60cm-74cm

Where can I buy dog ​​bandanas?

High visibility and reflective dog bandanas are available here:

High visibility Travfurler dog bandana

British Made fashionable tweed dog bandanas are available here:

Travfurler tweed dog bandana

Is It Safe For Cats To Wear Bandanas?

What if I don’t have a dog and want a bandana for my cat? Cats often wear bandanas just like dogs. A cat bandana is not seen as often when out and about and may not currently use the same color coding system as dogs, but this is likely to change. We sell green Travfurler cat bandanas here.

Finally

In summary, dog bandanas are an excellent accessory that can serve multiple purposes. We should always be on the lookout for them as they can help us understand how to behave around other people’s dogs. This could prevent an already nervous dog from being startled, or prevent an attack and help a driver see a dog on the road at night. They allow everyone to enjoy nature together, respecting each other’s space where necessary. I hope this article has provided some clues as to why dogs wear bandanas.

Happy travelling!

DIY Doggy Bandana by Chan Vu, June 5, 2017

I adore dogs, especially my Kennedy. He is an 8 year old Yorkie. I like to dress him according to the season, but summer can be too hot for him to wear clothes. The only thing he wears in the hot summer months is a dog bandana.

It’s so easy to make a bandana for your dog. All you have to do is cut a long triangle and tie it around the dog’s neck. Voila! Instant dog supplies. But with pom poms and fun colors and patterns trending this summer, why not give Kennedy a little upgrade to his usual headscarf? I found some quilted fat quarters with summer prints that would make the cutest pom pom bandanas ever. If you can use thread and a needle this project will be easy.

Here are the measurements for your dog size:

Extra small dogs: 10 inches

Small dogs: 12 inches

Medium dogs: 14 inches

Large dogs: 16 inches

Deliveries:

1 fat quarter of fabric (18 inches x 21 inches)

trim bobble

lace trim

fabric glue

scissors

white thread

needle

foam brush

Instructions:

Note: My dog ​​is a regular sized Yorkie so these measurements are for a small dog.

1. Fold the quarter into a triangle. Measure the sides of the 12 inch triangle. Cut off the excess fabric. Leave the bandana folded.

2. Cut 3 inches off each end of the longest side.

3. Place the pompom trim between the side layers of fabric. Sew the sides shut with the pom pom hanging out. Your seams don’t have to be perfect. As long as the border is snapped between the fabric. Leave a 1 inch opening at each end of the bandana.

4. Place the lace along the hem of the bandana. Use fabric glue to hold the lace in place. Use a foam brush to press down on the tip and pick up any excess fabric glue. Do this on each side of the bandana. Allow the glue to dry completely before proceeding to the next step.

5. To put the headscarf on your dog. Thread the dog collar through the 1 inch opening on one end of the bandana. Loop the collar all the way through. This will prevent the dog from wiggling out of the bandana. Remove the bandana to wash as usual.

This project was so easy I made a total of three dog bandanas for Kennedy’s cousins ​​Mona and Ollie. They all look adorable in their bandanas. They look like a bunch of stylish puppies!

Que the doggy fashion show!

Kennedy wears a mint herringbone bandana with a pom pom. His pose definitely shows us that he’s a natural at modelling.

Ollie wears a colorful “Good Dog” bandana. Pom poms are the frills these days.

Mona wears this summer’s most iconic print, the gray and white mini anchors. Work on it Mona!

There you have it folks! This season’s hottest pet accessory can be made in 5 easy steps. Don’t forget that #NationalDogDay is on August 26th. Honor your dog by sharing a photo of your pooch wearing these headscarves and tagging @craftboxgirls.

For more great crafting ideas, check out my personal blog at The Crafting Board. Also follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube!

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In this tougher economic time for many groomers, many of you are trying to minimize waste and offer a quality product. Bandanas are one thing you can do to set yourself apart from everyone else around you, and when done right, it doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. While it’s true that Wal-Mart is shedding its fabric departments in many areas, meaning fabric will likely cost you more than it used to, it’s still possible to offer bandanas in beautiful fabrics at a reasonable price for you and your family customers !

Fabric choice is important when purchasing fabric for bandanas. If the fabric is too soft, it won’t hold up well, but if it’s too stiff, it won’t fit properly. Flannel and silky fabrics can be used if you finish the edges, but if you don’t, they will fray very quickly and look bad. Substances that don’t work are a waste of money, so be careful with your choice. Polished cotton and coated fabrics are my favorites. Cotton calico and quilted fabrics are also good choices for bandana materials and tend to be the cheapest fabrics available.

I always try to find fabrics on sale, but it’s not always possible. I try to have a variety of fabrics for both boys and girls and each holiday has its own fabric choices. You can shop for half price or even cheaper many times after the holidays if you are lucky. I bought and cut all my Christmas and Thanksgiving fabrics because Hobby Lobby reduced everything to 90% off after the season, so I could get the fabrics I really loved for next to nothing. Keeping your eyes peeled and having enough storage space will help you tremendously with your budget. When I store fabric, I cut it out before storing it and always use plastic boxes with tight-fitting lids to keep it fresh for the next year. By cutting out my fabric when I get it home and putting it in labeled boxes I’m ready to go when I need the bandanas and I don’t have to hunt for fabric I know I have, but can’t find it, and no worries about it getting musty or dirty.

Fabrics can be found at many different stores in your area such as Joann’s, Hancock Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, Wal-Mart (in limited areas) and also smaller fabric stores. Ebay also has a wide range and if you know what type of fabric print you are looking for you can search for it on the internet (e.g. dog print fabric, Easter fabric etc) and you will find many options online.

If you follow my cutting instructions, you will receive 8 large bandanas, 16 medium bandanas, or 32 small bandanas from 1.25 yards of fabric. You can also get approximately 18.2 inch wide collar covers from the same 1.25 yards. If you buy fabric at $5 per yard, it will cost you $6.25 for a piece of fabric that you can cut with zero waste. This breaks down to (approximately) $0.36 per collar cover, $0.20 for small bandanas, $0.40 for medium bandanas, and $0.79 for large. I mainly use small and medium ones, so basically it’s really a small expense to keep the customers happy. Of course if you can get the fabric cheaper it will cost a lot less per pet and if it is more expensive the bandanas will cost more per piece but it’s still not a huge cost per pet.

Before you can buy fabrics, you need to know a few things about fabrics. At the end of each screw you will find the width of your fabric listed. Most fabrics ship in 45 inch wide bolts. Some come in 55-60 but I mostly buy 45 inches. On each fabric you will find a “selvage” along the raw edge. This is the machine finished edge. In many cases, you’ll need to cut this off before you cut out your bandanas. If you need to remove an uneven edge it is advantageous to re-fold and iron the fabric before cutting, but in most cases this is not necessary.

First, take your 1.25 yard piece of fabric and cut along the factory crease of the fabric, making two long pieces.

Then hold the pieces together, fold in half and then cut into 4 squares.

Fold corner to corner into a triangle, then cut in half along the crease. This will give you large bandanas.

Fold in half again into a smaller triangle and you have medium. Fold again and you have smalls.

There are several ways you can cut your bandanas. I’m using scissors right now because we’re going to be using a serger sewing machine to finish the edges.

If you don’t do this, straight scissors can sometimes result in fraying, making the bandanas look shabby very quickly. Pinking shears are an option that many use. It minimizes fraying and provides a cute, decorative finish. You can also use a rotary cutter to cut your fabric and they make several different fancy edges that work like pinking shears to minimize fraying. If you use a rotary cutter, make sure you use a cutting mat to avoid damaging your tabletop.

For 55 inch wide fabric, you should buy 55 inches of fabric, or about 1.5 yards. 60 inches wide you will need about 1.66 yards. The reason I’m trying to avoid buying it is because the bandanas you end up with aren’t the same size as you get from 45 inch wide fabric. You can also take the wider fabrics and cut a strip from one side to make it 45 inches wide, then unfold the fabric, fold it again and iron the fabric to minimize the crease from the factory. If you choose to do this, you will have a strip of fabric that is 10-15 inches wide and the length of the yardage you purchase. You can use that for collar covers easily enough and keep your bandana size consistent.

If you are unsure of the width of your fabric, ask the seller to measure it for you. They can tell you exactly how wide the piece is, and then you’ll want to buy your fabric in multiples of that width to avoid extra material.

There’s another common way to cut bandanas that I personally don’t like, but it doubles up on your bandanas from the same amount of fabric. You’ll start by cutting the fabrics the same way as above, then take the triangles, fold them in half, and then cut them again, making two folded triangles out of each bandana. This WILL NOT WORK if you’re finishing the edges because you can’t get your machine into the V, but it will work with scissors or rotary cutters.

One of the advantages of this type of trimming is that you can use a medium sized bandana on a larger neck dog and probably not need as many large bandanas. This saves a lot of material and money. The smaller bandanas tend to fit better around the neck since you don’t have to roll them up at the top before putting them on the pet.

Collar covers require sewing skills, but they’re quick and easy. I start with a square of fabric that I finish on two (opposite) edges with my serger to ensure the fabric doesn’t fray and can be washed. Then I cut my strips into 2.5 inch strips that are 22.5 inches long (approx.). Fold each strip in half, right sides together, and sew a narrow seam along the long edge. Using hemostats, turn the right side out and insert the collar to allow the cover to contract. It’s quick and easy, and because they’re washable, customers love them. This is also the perfect solution for a dirty collar as it keeps the dirty collar away from the clean dog. Velvet, knit, and even silky fabrics and materials that you wouldn’t normally choose for bandanas can be used for collar covers since you’re sewing them. If you don’t have a serger, you can still sew them with a regular sewing machine by simply folding over and sewing the outside edges.

When putting bandanas on pets, it’s important to remember that safety is an issue. If you put the bandanas on and the dog catches the bandana on a fence, stick, mouth or foot, it can easily choke. To avoid this, especially for dogs that live or are outdoors a lot, I secure the bandanas with rubber bands. This also allows me to use Smalls on most Shih-Tzus and dogs of this size that would require Medium without the elastics. It also saves money because you get more small bandanas than medium ones from the same amount of material.

My customers love bandanas and most dogs get excited when they see the bandana coming their way. I think they know their dinner time is up and mom or dad will be there soon. I’ve found this to be the easiest and quickest way to trim bandanas while also saving money. I hope that was helpful!

It’s no secret that Halloween is a favorite holiday of the DIY community: from handmade costumes to perfectly carved pumpkins, there’s no shortage of homemade projects during the season of tricks and treats. For Spoonflower team member Meredith, getting ready for her favorite holiday means her four-legged friend also gets a DIY treat: Halloween dog bandanas. Read on to find out how she used the Fill-a-Project™ Cheater Quilt template and Spoonflower’s free bandana pattern to create nine different dog bandanas for less than $3 each!

Meredith: Halloween is hands down one of my favorite holidays. Growing up my mom insisted on making all of our costumes every year (thanks mom!) and now in my adult life I’m still on the hunt for a hand made showstopper costume. As the clock ticks to perfect my costume this year, I wanted to share the Halloween spirit with my playful dog Alli and her pooch Fozzi without adding another time-wasting project to my to-do list. Enter the DIY dog bandana.

I LOVE this project for 5 good reasons:

A dog bandana can be completed in just four easy steps, meaning Alli can look festive while she still has time for other DIY projects! With over 500,000 designs in the Spoonflower Marketplace, you’ll find the perfect design to get your pup partying for any occasion. Using the Fill-a-Project™ 1 yard Cheater quilt template I can make up to 9 bandanas for $2.20 each! They make a fun, easy gift for your fur baby friends. The collar pocket ensures the bandana stays on no matter how wild things get at the dog park.

Inspired to make one (or nine!) for your furry friends? Let’s start!

Create your Fill-a-Project Cheater Quilt

Using the 1 yard Cheater quilt template and the Vintage Halloween Design Challenge Collection (they are freaking awesome!) curated by Spoonflower, I created 6 different design sections (the 3 larger sections above make 2 bandanas for each medium or small dog sizes). The medium dog bandana template is 8″ x 12″ so I made sure each section was at least 12″ x 12″ (2 squares wide x 2 squares high). For large dogs you need to make sure the sections are 2 squares wide x 3 squares high.

I love how the cheater quilt template can be used for so much more than just a quilt. Oh the possibilities!

materials

Multiple Dog Bandanas: Fill-a-Project 1 Yard Cheater Quilt printed on Cotton Poplin (or your favorite woven cotton) Or to make 1 Dog Bandana: 1 Fat Quarter of Cotton Poplin

sewing machine

rotary blade/fabric scissors

thread

pencils

Bandana Template

Choose your template

While you wait for your fabric to arrive, print out the bandana template. To determine your bandana size, measure the length of your dog’s collar and divide by 2. Choose the bandana template that matches that measurement.

Next, place the template on your fabric and use a roller blade or fabric scissors to cut around the template.

Sew the bandana

Fold a 1/2 inch double hem and press. Stitch all the way around the bandana to secure your hem.

Create the collar pocket

To create the pocket for the collar, fold the top of your bandana so the edges match the corners at the top of the triangle piece. Pin and sew across the long edge of your pocket to the front of your bandana.

Pro tip: Test your bag by slipping your pup’s collar through before sewing.

In just four easy steps you’ll be ready to celebrate any special occasion with a custom dog bandana! Find even more puppy-approved DIYs here!

Alex Craig

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Hi! I’m a photographer and videographer living in Durham, North Carolina. We have mild winters and good food. I have difficult winters and fast food. When I was 17, I got a camera for Christmas, which I mostly ignored until I was 22. Sometime around 23 I started photographing shoes that I wanted to sell on eBay. Then friends and pets. Mostly pets – in my experience they are usually cuter. Eventually I started taking it seriously. One of the greatest things photography has done for me is to force me not to hide behind the camera, but to use it as a tool for conversation, collaboration and creation. During the day I create blog content and film/edit tutorial videos for Spoonflower. At night I can open too many tabs in Google Chrome and forget to read the articles.

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