How to Make a Grosgrain Ribbon Headband

Headbands are a very popular look. One of the nice things about wearing a headband is that it can add a touch of style to your hair without having to take a lot of time or effort to use it. One especially nice kind of headband is made from ribbon. You can easily make lots of different headbands using ribbons to match every outfit. Learn how to make a grosgrain ribbon headband, then make several different ones to compliment a variety of looks.

Things You'll Need

• 20-inch lengths of two different grosgrain ribbons (1-inch width)
• 1/4-inch wide elastic
• Tape measure
• Sewing machine
• Sewing notions (scissors, thread to match the ribbons)

Instructions

1. Line up the edges of the two grosgrain ribbons with wrong sides facing in and right sides facing out. Pin the ribbons together to secure.

2. Machine stitch the two grosgrain ribbons together by sewing along each long edge 1/8-inch from each edge. Leave the short edges open.

3. Cut a 5-inch length of elastic. This length of elastic is extra long and will likely need to be shortened to create a headband that fits your head.

4. Slip one end of the elastic into one open end of the grosgrain ribbons. Pin to secure.

5. Machine stitch across the short end of the grosgrain ribbons to secure the elastic in between the grosgrain ribbons.

6. Place the headband around your head and make sure the fit will be right for your head. Adjust as necessary by cutting the elastic shorter.

7. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 with the other end of the elastic into the other short end of the grosgrain ribbons.

8. Wear the headband with the grosgrain ribbon facing out and the elastic under your hair at the back of your neck.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have nerves behind your ears that are easily irritated by some headbands, a ribbon headband is a great alternative because they do not put pressure on these sensitive nerves.