Last week, I taught the first ever 'Crafty Class' at Petals in downtown Decatur. We learned how to recycle old neckties and turn them into a fun, bold accessory. The original idea was found HERE. This is a great way to clean out your significant other's closet or you could also check out a local thrift store for some great finds!
Supplies:
-Tie
-Scissors
-Pins
-Needle
-Coordinating Thread
-Sparkly brooch, pin, or brad
Start at the bottom/widest part of the tie and make folds/pleats. Pin each fold in place and continue about 1/2 way up the tie. (I made about 8 pleats).
Pleated and Pinned
Close up view of pins
Next, using needle and thread, tack each pleat down. This is just a simple stitch made on the back side of the tie so you can't see it later. If you have a matching thread, you could even sew all the way through the pleats and you would never notice!
Starting the stitching
Continue tacking until all pleats are finished. Place tie around your neck to decide the length and make one last tack at each end to hold it together (the widest part tacked in front of the skinniest part).
Choose a brooch or brad to clip to the bottom of the tie, or find a sparkly button and sew it on. Wear your new piece proudly!
Another Completed Tie
Be sure to let me know if any of you make your own Tie Necklace! Craft On!
