Remember my tank top totes from a few weeks ago? Well, I just had to share this tip. The piece I cut off the bottom of the one of the tank tops made a perfect—and super comfortable—headband. My friend Rhean did a beautiful job modeling it for me. So, save your scraps. Mine is about four inches wide, but nearly any width works. Skinnier = headband; wider = head wrap. They’re ideal for pulling your hair back to wash your face or apply make-up too.
How to make a no-sew tank top headband
Supplies and tools
- tank top (preferably a stretchy one)
- rotary cutter
- self-healing mat
- metal ruler
- scissors
1. If you made a gathered tank top tote bag, use the scrap piece you cut off the bottom. If you didn’t make a tote bag, and you just want to repurpose an old tank top, cut 4-inch (or other desired width) strips across the body of the tank.
2. Your original cut may be a bit jagged like mine, so measure and cut a smooth, straight line with a rotary cutter.
3. Then just twist into a figure 8 at the seams and double it over like a rubber band (to wrap your head twice). Smooth the top part out and wrap it around your head, placing the crossed-over seams at the base of your neck.
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November 15, 2009 at 1:34 pm
Wow! Totally adorable. I’m wondering whether you’re going to sell the bag that went along with this, because I would like to buy it!
November 17, 2009 at 12:57 am
Way to re-use every piece. Great idea! Thanks for sharing.
November 17, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Nice! I have a pink tank top that I’ve “outgrown” that would be perfect for this project. :-)
February 15, 2010 at 6:01 pm
This is brilliant! I hate how store-bought headbands are too tight and slide up the back of my head (maybe I just have a pointy head?). When a headband is loose fitting it does the job and is comfy too. Thanks! You’ve inspired me to cut up some clothes. :)