RELATED: 7 Cozy Cold-Weather Accessories The hardest part is picking the perfect fabric, but “rub the swatch against your face, and if you instantly want to cuddle with it, you have a winner,” she says. When choosing a fabric, consider that a blanket scarf usually has a cozy, winter-y vibe, so prints like plaid, tweed, and windowpane work really well. Here are St. Bernard-Jacobs’ five easy steps to making your own blanket scarf at home, no sewing machine required. Step 1: Choose the fabric that’s right for your look, focusing on anything that’s super-soft to the touch. Step 2: Measure the amount of fabric you’ll need by wrapping it around your torso so you’re completely covered (no need for measuring tape!). Step 3: Cut the fabric, then use a pin at the edge to pull out the first few lines of stitches. This will fray the ends a bit. Step 4: Repeat Step 3 on all four sides of the fabric. Step 5: Trim any loose or stray threads and voila! You’ve got yourself a blanket scarf with a boho-inspired frayed edge.
