Satin Head Scarf: Simple and Easy Tutorial

In need of a new satin head scarf to help your natural hair retain moisture while you sleep? This post will show you exactly how to make a satin head scarf for yourself!

Am I the only one who finds the satin bonnets quite bulky? The reversible ones are also quite hot, especially in the warmer seasons.

So instead of complaining, I took matters into my own hands and made my own single ply triangular satin scarf- it’s airy, light, reversible, versatile, helps to retain moisture for my natural hair… and best of all, it is so easy to make.

You probably have a few of those square scarves. You fold one into a triangle, wrap around your hair and tie? This satin head scarf was inspired by those! The differences are that this one is already a triangle, it is satin, and is just one layer!

I’m going to show you how to make it the exact size you need to make it less bulky and without unnecessary fabric that needs to be tucked in.

I made my first triangle satin scarf two years ago, it was a good attempt but the corners were quite catastrophic (look, I’m no seamstress). So, this time around I was determined to make my head scarf have a polished finish.

I did some googling and came across a blog post on ageberry.com, the author did an excellent job of describing how to sew polished corners! I obviously used her guide to make my satin head scarf.

But first, what are the…

…benefits of using a satin scarf/bonnet on your natural hair

Cotton and similar material are porous and absorb moisture from your natural hair (and skin).

Satin (and silk, which is more expensive) is slippery and causes less friction on your hair, so this means more moisture is retained and less splitting and less breakage for your hair strands.

Ok, so…

.. how do I make a triangle satin head scarf?

You will need a few items:

Pins
Needle and thread (or sewing machine)
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Satin Fabric (1.5 square meters)
Head Scarf that fits you well (optional)
Chalk
Ruler

How to make a satin head scarf:

1. Lay your fabric on a flat surface

You will need about 1.5 square meters of fabric.

2. Use a headscarf that fits you well, lay it on your fabric

I used the one I created two years ago because I love how it fits.

I used the one I created two years ago because I love how it fits:

3. Cut out your triangle

Remember to make a 2cm seam allowance all around before cutting. The measurements I used are 52 inches x 35.5 inches x 35.5 inches.

4. Now to tackle the corners

Starting with the right angle.

4.1 Pin down 1cm seam on both sides of the corner

4.2 Measure and mark at 2cm from the tip of the corner along both sides

4.3 Draw a line connecting the two marks

4.4 Fold your fabric aligning the two markings

4.5 sew along the line you drew. Thereafter cut the access material (this will reduce the bulk).

Now onto the acute angles:

4. 6 Fold your fabric in half at the corner

4.7 Draw a line where the width of the folded fabric is 2 cm

4.8 Fold along the line and draw a line along the fold

4.9 Draw a line where the width is 1cm from the bottom

4.10 Pin down and sew

4.11 After sewing cut off unnecessary material to reduce the bulk

5. Turn the corners

6. Pin down and pin a further 1 cm seam (the other 1 cm has been sewed down at the corners

Fold twice (1cm then another 1cm) all around while pinning as you go

7. Sew all around

You can use a back stitch all around or a sewing machine.

And that is it. Cut off hanging thread and you are done! You have your very own satin scarf with polished finishes.

A great improvement from the last time I made this! The picture below shows in black the one I made 2 years ago and the one in grey I made recently.

And that’s how I you easily make a simple triangle satin scarf for your natural hair. It is great to retain your hair’s moisture while you sleep, but is also versatile and can be dressed up or down.

I hope the instructions are clear. But, if there’s something you need clarity on please note it in the comments below. Also check out the corresponding video!