Chunky Infinity Scarf

Better late than never, right?

I was recently commissioned to make a black scarf.

One of my besties asked me to make her a black scarf but didn't give me anything else she specifically wanted, so I took this opportunity to try this chunky infinity scarf...

I used my knitting machine, of course, and black yarn of 2 different weights. 

I haven't yet tried making patterns with my machine, so this was an easy way to add a little bit of character to the scarf. 

I will be giving it to her in May when I see her for her wedding. 

While I doubt she will be using it in the next 6 months, I can't justify spending more money on the shipping than the item! 

{Daily Random Fact: According to history, the first scarf was made in Ancient Rome and it was called Sudarium from the Latin word "sweat cloth".} 

DIY Che Sweater Scarf

The Draco claimed another victim - an awesome Che Guevara sweater!

This sweater has been in Jay's life longer than I have, so when the dog destroyed it, I wanted to find a way to honor it properly. I tried to find a way to turn it into some baby apparel, but I couldn't really figure it out. My original idea was to use the sleeves as baby pants, which Gina does here. An awesome idea, but Jay's sweater sleeves would be too big, and I didn't want The Professor to look like a rapper bum.

So, I ripped the shirt under the armpit, to get the straightest line possible. 

Next, I sewed every piece shut that was once ripped.

I added a scarf, that I cut up and braided, for a little color. I have a large number of scarves, and I wasn't wearing this one, so I wanted to upcycle it also! I also sewed a little heart patch with part of the scarf :)

It looks a little odd because I just cut the hood off and sewed randomly. BUT it's and infinity scarf for me and really comfy! 

Done. Another successful upcycle! 

A lot can be done with a sweater once you're done with it so get out your scissor before getting out your trash bag! And if sewing is not your thing, bring it over and we can work on it together!

Happy Saturday!

{Daily Random Fact: The term "scumbag" originally meant condom.}