How to Sew a Doll Scarf for an 18" doll

A scarf is a beautiful wardrobe addition to a doll's wardrobe.  This tutorial is designed to be simple enough for a beginner to sew and is a perfect first sewing project.

Give this fast and easy DIY doll scarf craft a try today!  Our doll scarf pattern uses strips of fleece or flannel to create a cozy scarf for an 18" doll, making it a great fall and winter fashion accessory.  No printed pattern is required to make this scarf; just cut a fabric rectangle and stitch a few straight lines, and this scarf will be complete quickly!

After sewing the flannel or fleece scarf for your 18" doll, consider pairing it with matching mittens.  A free mitten tutorial is provided at the end of this post. 

This scarf suits 18" dolls such as American Girl Dolls, Our Generation, Journey, Playtime by Emmie, My Life As, and New Adventures Styles dolls. 

Doll clothes and accessories can be quite expensive.  But this scarf can be made with leftover fabric from another project, making it a cost-effective and resourceful choice.

There's a world of doll items waiting to be made at home, from skirts to totes, phones,  headbands, spa eye covers, and much more.  Our site has a treasure trove of FREE doll clothes and accessory patterns to inspire your creativity.

This particular accessory is a sewn scarf for a doll. For those who prefer knitting, we also have a tutorial on knitting a doll scarf for an 18" doll.

There are many other doll clothes patterns available on our site.  But today, learn more about sewing a doll scarf by watching our video tutorial or continue reading this post for a step-by-step photo tutorial.

step 2: sew the long sides together

Take the project to the sewing machine and sew between the two marks using a 1/4" seam allowance.

Start sewing at one marked line and stop stitching at the marked line at the other end of the fabric.

Be sure to backtack at the beginning and end of the stitching.

Stitch the same way on the other long side of the scarf.

step 3: turn the scarf right side out

Clip all of the loose threads on the project. Now, turn the scarf so the right side of the fabric is facing out.Once this is done, take the scarf to the ironing board and iron it flat. Press on both sides of the project as well.

step 4: topstitch the scarf

Top stitching is sewing close to the edge of the sewn project.  As you did in step 1, measure 2" from both ends of the strip and mark a line.

Start at the mark and sew very close to the edge of the long sides of the scarf. Do this on both sides of the scarf, ending at the 2" mark.

Be sure to backtack at the beginning and end of the stitching. When finished, clip any loose threads.

step 5: sew along the marked lines

Next, place the scarf horizontally at the sewing machine. Carefully stitch along the marked ends 2" from the end of the scarf.

Do this on both ends, being sure to backtack at the beginning and end and clipping loose threads.

step 6: make fringe on the ends of the scarf

Take the fabric scissors, cut strips along the ends of the scarf, and be careful not to cut into the stitching line.

The fringe can be as narrow or as thick as preferred. Cut the fringe on both ends of the scarf.

The scarf for the 18" doll is complete!

Making matching doll mittens would be fun.  Click the link for the free pattern!

Other 18" doll accessories

• Doll Mittens
• Spa Eye Mask
• Doll Headband
• Doll Phone
• Doll Tote Bag
• Backpack