How to Make a Velvet Sash

A matching sash can complete an outfit.

A velvet sash on a satin dress creates an elegant winter outfit. Tie a red velvet sash around a young girl's white organdy dress for a classic holiday look. Add a sprig of silk holly to the sash and tuck a matching sprig in her red velvet hair bow. A teal velvet sash will add an eye-catching bit of color to an ecru lace dress, while a back velvet sash is the perfect finishing touch for a gold lamé evening gown.

Things You'll Need

• Tape measure
• Scissors
• Sewing machine
• Thread
• Needle

Instructions

1. Cut two strips of velvet 1 inch wider and 1 inch longer than you want the sash to be. It is attractive to cut the ends of the strips at a 45-degree angle. Make the smaller angle on the top of one end and on the bottom of the other end.

2. Stack the pieces of the sash with the right sides together and join them by sewing all the way around, 1/2 inch from the edge. Leave a 4-inch opening for turning. The best place for the opening is 1/3 of the way along one long edge.

3. Cut off the seam allowances at the corners. The seam allowance is the fabric that extends outside the seam. Cut close to the seam without cutting the seam.

4. Turn the sash right-side out and sew up the opening by hand.

Tips & Warnings

• Steam the sash to flatten it.