A New Rage: Infinity Scarves

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Infinity scarves are also called circle scarves. They are a length of fabric, fabric strands, or fabric braids that are sewn or tied at the end to form a circle or oval shape. They can also be knit. Some can we worn at full length, or wound in two or more loops to make the scarf fuller and shorter. They can be embellished or plain, and are not just for women! In the case of the flat fabric scarves, they can be pulled up as a hood or worn over the shoulders as a cape. American Apparel has a great chart showing how you can wear an infinity scarf.

If you are interested in organic options for purchase, here is a Google Search link for organic infinity scarves: https://www.google.com/search?q=Organic+infinity+Scarf&rlz=1C1CHFX_enUS551US551&oq=Organic+infinity+Scarf&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.8866j0j8&sourceid=chrome&espv=210&es_sm=93&ie=UTF-8#q=Organic+infinity+Scarf&tbm=shop

You may be the thrifty, crafty kind like I am. In that case, I have found some links on how to make one yourself:

How to make a circle scarf from Made by Me

Upcycled Sweater to Hooded Circle Scarf and Leg Warmers from The Cheese Thief

12 Ways to Tie a Scarf from In the Loop

DIY Decontructed T-Shirt Scarf You Tube Video

Circle Scarf Twist by allparenting.com

Tshirt ruffle scarf tutorial by Simply Salvage

How to Turn a Normal Scarf into an Infinity Scarf in Just a Few Minutes by gimme some Style

I took a flat scarf that I purchased for the amazing price of $1.00 at a flea market (score!) and turned it into an infinity scarf. It was pretty easy being that it had tassels at the end which I could simply tie together.  

I made a video on how to do this which you can find on YouTube: http://youtu.be/poYM3py-D2c   Sorry that it sounds a little monotone, I am new at video making!

Please let me know if you have any questions!

~Sonya

Looking for Your Comments

Looking for comments on my posts to gauge what people are searching for. What are you looking for or want to know as far as organic or sustainable clothing is concerned?

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The Newest Additions to the Organic Wardrobe

Say Hello to the newest additions to the organic wardrobe.... the Marina Tunic in Slate, and the Mod Hoody Tunic/Dress in Mud. These two items are from the sustainable company Earth Creations. I have already worn these items a few times each, and am loving them! They are comfortable and stylish, and can be worn with leggings, skinny jeans, capris, or alone in the case of the Mod Hoody Tunic/Dress.

The Mod Hoody is warm, and super comfortable and soft. It is made from 66% bamboo, 28% organic cotton, and  6% spandex French terry. It is currently available in 4 colors, but I have the Mud color which I love. It is just the right length for me (I am 5'9"), and falls halfway between the thigh and the knee. (It covers the bum which is the purpose when you are wearing leggings underneath!) I was only disappointed in one aspect of the design - it says on the site that you can wear the cowl down over the shoulders, but it is much to tight to do that. I wear it as a neck cowl and still like it, but I would have enjoyed the option to slouch it over the shoulders.

The Marina Tunic is really cute, and it is currently available in 4 colors. They still have 3 discontinued colors which are on sale right now for $59.50 each (including the slate color below). It looks better on than it does in the photo below! I tend to stick to a gray/black palette for clothing with splashes of color here and there. I like the drape and the fit, but the hemp/organic cotton fabric is just a bit rough. It isn't to much so that it bothers me when I wear it, but certainly not as soft as the Mod Hoody. The tunic also has a hood which I could pull up if the beach gets a little to breezy. :)

All of Earth Creation's creations are colored with natural clay dyes, so they have a bit of a natural, faded effect. Be aware that the clothing will shrink if washed with hot water or dried on hot, so washing cold or warm and line drying would be best. Most of the clothing is made in Alabama, with a very small percent of the tee shirts made in Nicaragua.

You can find the Mod Hoody Tunic/Dress here: http://www.earthcreations.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=30_42&products_id=883

You can find the Marina Tunic here: http://www.earthcreations.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=30_31_37&products_id=1002