https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1570050 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 03:47:53 +0000 Anonymous 1570050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kim, thank you for telling us about your success. I am away from home but am looking forward to trying this. I have some scarves that are almost too much to wear as scarves that may work well as ponchos. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569947 Sat, 10 Oct 2015 21:16:25 +0000 Kim 1569947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I made one today out of a cashmere pashmina that my mother had brought for me from Isreal.&nbsp; I did as someone else mentioned and folded it lenghwise, and sewed up the seam&nbsp; on one side only, leaving about 12 inches or so, from the fold, for the neck opening.&nbsp; I wore it out today and it worked really well! </p> <p>I wore it in fall weather over a cashmere crew neck sweater.&nbsp; The "poncho"has more something of a boatneck, and an assymetrical hem, which I loved!&nbsp; You need to use a scarf that is a weight you like.&nbsp; I have some cotton ones that would have been great in the summer, but I only got this brilliant idea this morning. LOL</p> <p>I didnt even lock the sewing seam, so if I want to I can easily unpick the sewing and get my scarf back. (I have the feeling it's going to be living it's life as a poncho now though.&nbsp; I have plenty of other scarves!)</p> <p>Try it, you have nothing to lose. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569740 Sat, 10 Oct 2015 03:23:02 +0000 Anonymous 1569740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lyn, I saw your post. We will have to help each other as we both want something with less volume and not too long. I tried on some inexpensive ones today that were open in the front but they were not good. The fabric is going to make a difference. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569435 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 12:38:17 +0000 lyn67 1569435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hah, Joy, we are on the same wavelength, have you seen my thread from yesterday?:-)<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/please-help-me-with-the-asymmetic-poncho">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....tic-poncho</a><br /><b>Bijou</b> gave mi a good description of the patter of her poncho there, it seems easy peasy, but haven't done yet, I asked as I couldn't identify the one I likes(asymmetric) with those on racks, hangers, or online picties here available in my neck of the woods. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569272 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 00:49:56 +0000 Anonymous 1569272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thankyou, Angie. You are right. With so many ponchos out there, I need to try more. Our mall AT closed recently but I hope there is still one in the area. It looks very promising.<br /> Word Lily, I want to try some of the ideas that you linked to, especially the one that doesn't involve cutting or sewing.. Thank you and everyone fir the ideas and links. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569254 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 00:24:08 +0000 Angie 1569254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The poncho at Ann Taylor fits the bill. I was with a slight client today - and she wore this to perfection in black.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569094 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 19:00:48 +0000 KikiG 1569094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just bought this one:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.ruelala.com/boutique/product/81190/17921242/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ruelala.com/boutiq...../17921242/</a></p> <p>I shopped hard to find one that seemed shorter and lower volume, since I'm 5'1" and I don't want to look like a mushroom. I am also hoping that it hugs my shoulders, and doesn't tent out. &nbsp; I don't want to lose the length of my legs, if I can help it, if that makes sense. &nbsp;I don't see why I can't adjust it around to make it&nbsp;asymmetrical, if it is more flattering that way.&nbsp; I think my next project will be&nbsp;to see how overwhelming (or not) a blanket scarf is on me.&nbsp; I don't want to look like I have the flu and just waddled into the kitchen for a restoring cup of tea! I will be very interested to see the results of your experiments in this area.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569070 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 18:01:04 +0000 Isabel 1569070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coincidentally I just learned the term "blanket" scarf yesterday. Yes, great visuals at unfancy. Thank you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569047 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 16:47:26 +0000 Nebraskim 1569047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a couple of ponchos that I bought at an art fair that are essentially 50x72 pashminas that are folded in half lengthwise, then partly seamed up one side, leaving an opening for the neck. I love them so much as they are lightweight and very versatile in how I wear them, not only in terms of outfit creation but because they can be worn asymmetrically or belted or whatever. When I was working in an office, I wore them to stave off the AC chill; I find them perfect for fall days when it's chilly in the a.m., warm in the afternoon, then coolish after dark.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569041 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 16:42:39 +0000 Carole 1569041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fantastic visuals at un-fancy word lily! Thank you...maybe I can get some use out of a big blanket scarf I have!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569040 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 16:40:36 +0000 abc 1569040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I started the same thread a few weeks ago. &nbsp;I googled and saw some options a while back. &nbsp;I haven't cut mine yet either, my blanket scarf is 1.4 meters x 1.4 meters so pretty big. &nbsp;Someone suggested on my thread to do a trial run with a scrap of fabric the same size - seemed like a good tip to me. &nbsp;Please keep us posted and I will do the same. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1569001 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 14:35:00 +0000 Word Lily 1569001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's a tutorial, but it starts with fabric, so yours would probably be easier.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://smileandwave.typepad.com/blog/2012/11/poncho-diy.html">http://smileandwave.typepad.co.....o-diy.html</a> </p> <p>ETA: This one is better:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.un-fancy.com/outfits/fall-outfits/3-ways-to-wear-a-blanket-scarf/">http://www.un-fancy.com/outfit.....ket-scarf/</a>&nbsp;No sewing.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1568995 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 14:20:04 +0000 Anonymous 1568995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I want a slim poncho without lots of volume ( I like structure), an assymetrical hem probably, and nothing too heavy. Also on the short side. The ones I've tried overwhem me. Ideally I like the cashmere knit, but don't want to invest too much in a piece that may not work out under a coat and as something with which to experiment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1568980 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 14:08:52 +0000 Angie 1568980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, there are SO many ponchos around - and reasonably priced too. What's your requirement?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-to-convert-a-scarf-into-a-poncho#post-1568975 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 14:06:29 +0000 Anonymous 1568975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have not yet found the right poncho but have some large scarves and would like to try making an over-the-head poncho with at least one of them. Has anyone seen any good tutorials or have advice? </p>