Fabric Wraps You’ll Love to Sew and Wear
With a yard or two of fabric and a few sewing steps, you can easily sew more than 14 clever wraps. Designer and author Mary Mulari takes a practical, yet stylish approach to sewing wraps. This week on Sewing With Nancy online you’ll learn how to sew wraps that provide a laid-back look, wraps that are perfect for formal dress, or wraps that simply keep your shoulders warm. Here’s a preview of the first episode of All Occasion Fabric Wraps.
Rita’s Wrap
With a rectangle of fabric you can create fashionable yet functional wraps. The first option begins with a simple-shaped wrap that can be paired with jeans or a little black dress, depending upon the fabric. Named the Rita wrap, this casual version is made with soft plush fabric that won’t slip from your shoulders.
Go-Two Wrap
Cleverly designed armhole openings give this wrap two wearing options. The first option sports a small drapable collar with a longer, graceful length.
Or, wear the wrap with the longer length above the shoulders and a shawl collar magical appears. You can see why we call this the Go-Two Wrap.
Twist Wrap
Transform a long, flat rectangle of fabric into a wrap that cascades around your shoulders and gracefully twists at the center. Use knits or woven fabrics, it doesn’t matter at all!
If the fabric has a distinctive right and wrong side, create a double twist. You get to decide!
Side note: I made this wrap to wear for a wedding, using a sequined knit fabric. I didn’t finish the edges since the fabric doesn’t ravel. The sewing and cutting time was 20 minutes!
All-Weather Wrap
On a cool or partly cloudy day, wear this wrap as another layer of comfort. When it rains, put up the hood.
For a day at the beach, the wrap adapted from a beach towel becomes a bathing suit cover up. How’s that for versatility!
Off-Center Wrap
Start with a pashmina shawl, a rectangle of microfiber plush, or luxurious silk, and in minutes you’ll be wearing an off-center wrap. Bobbie Jo is showcasing an ombré silk that is shaped with a single seam that has an added drawcord.
One Seam Ruffle Shawl
Stretch fabrics with continuous rows of ruffles are the perfect choice for this next One Seam Ruffle Shawl. The texture of the fabric gives the focal point, while you just cut out the patterns and stitch the single seam.
The All Occasion Fabric Wraps book includes detailed step by step instructions and illustrations for 14 easy to sew fabric wraps!
Watch All Occasion Fabric Wraps (Part One and Part Two) on Sewing With Nancy online.
The random winner of Joan Hinds’ Doll Costume Dress Up book is Marie Williams who said: I have several of Joan Hinds’ books and I’ve always enjoyed making the doll clothing patterns in them. I love the fairy pattern and think that I would make it first.
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Paula Blevins-Russell
The beach cover-up is my fave!
Darcie Olsen
I like the twist wrap.
Kira Skala
Oh my! These are just lovely
My favorite is the one seam ruffle shawl.
I really like the way this one drapes.
nancyBe
I love the the all-weather wrap! and then the twist wrap!
Jane Carlstrom
Mary M has always been a favorite designer. I started with her sweatshirt upgrades years ago. Moved onto aprons. and am very much liking her move into wraps. My favorite in those shown is the off-center wrap. Thanks to you Nancy for introducing me to Mary years ago at one of your spring sewing events in Beaver Dam.
Kathryn M
i like the twist wrap, but they are all great and very useful.
Marilyn Ritchie
Have been looking for a shawl style pattern for my 93 year old mother to keep her shoulders warm. The Twist wrap looks perfect as it can be put on and not have to fuss with ends getting in the way!
michellle taylor
they are just beautiful….cant wait to make a few of them…..
michellle taylor
They are beautiful…
Clara
All are very serviceable but the Twist Wrap gets my vote. The ease of wear and attractiveness caught my eye.
CarolKE
I like the All Weather Wrap. We kayak, so the hood is perfect for when the wind changes on the water.
Else Koning
Oh my! what a perfect timing! – I just bought 2 yards of soft microfiber material to make some sort of wrap but didn’t know how to make one. Now I have a new set of inspirations – rests only the book for the patterns. Thank you!
Celene Thelen
Love the twist wrap! And the ruffle wrap is a definite must do!
Glynn Martin
I love the twist wrap. Definitely classy!
Toni Arnold
I like the versatility of the Go-Two wrap, very stylish and practical.
Karen Nelson
Love the Off center wrap! I’m don’t choose symmetrical often ever! Can hardly wait to make it!!
Carol Pollock
My favorite is the twist wrap. It could be dressed up or you could wear it with jeans.
Cindy Luedeman
I like to GO TWO wrap! Thanks for the giveaway.
Diane Calvi
I have been looking for an easy pattern for a rain coat to wear in North Carolina when the weather changes so quickly. And Mary Mulari’s All-Weather Wrap is just perfect to carry with you when there is a sudden downpour. Thanks for the give away.
Nikki Wilson
My favorite is the off-center wrap.
Faye
I love all the wraps, especially the twist wrap. It’s so versatile!!
donna dennis
the twist wrap looks great for reading in bed
Becky McGinnis
I really like the wrap that does the 180 degree flip to wear long or short. I would like to make these for Christmas presents for all the ladies of my family 🙂
Faye
I love all, epsecialy the twist! It is so versatile.
Diane Calvi
I have been looking for a rain coat pattern for some time. And Mary Mulari’s pattern All-Weather Wrap is just perfect for those sudden downpours. I am 70 years old and still going strong with sewing and all her patterns look like they would be easy to make. Thanks for the give away.
Amy Steimel
The twist!
Rosalie Booth
Love the off center wrap. The right fabric would go great with any outfit, going to church or Holiday parties.
Linda Heimerl
I love the twist wrap – it can be dressy or casual, depending on the fabric so could go anywhere. And it’s quick and easy enough for an inexperienced seamstress like my granddaughter. It’s great for a last minute accessory when nothing else works!
Candice
These are all great ideas – Mary Mulari is so creative. I like the idea of the Beach Towel wrap – and even have the perfect towel ready to go. That justifies going shopping for something new, while putting a perfectly great towel to good use! I’m going to experiment with making some for the little ones in my life too.
Sandra Guillemette
Oh the places these would go to. My daughter needs them now and when the baby is born- what a great collection of nursing mom covers. Next I see them across the shoulders of older folks within nursing homes who just need a little hug. Last would be other family members (hint they live up North) and friends and even one or two for little old me. I do see an outbreak of pockets on a few no need for a purse now lets get walking and sewing that right get rid of the stash of fine fabrics too.
Nancy Zieman
Hi Sandra, Great ideas!
Sandi
I love the go-two wrap as it looks so versatile!
Susan Kelly
I love the purple 1 seam ruffle shawl. Just beautiful!
Debi Wells
love the ruffled wrap.. I see many wraps under my Christmas tree this year!!!
Susan Kelly
My favorite is the purple 1 seam ruffle shawl. Just love it!
Jan Staples
My favorite is the Go Two Wrap! Looks comfy!
carol ward
The go to wrap is my favorite.
Joanne Hios
My favorite is the twist wrap.
Beverly Logan
i really look forward to making the outdoor wrap.
Susie-Q
I love the Twist Wrap. It looks like you could whip up a bunch of them in no time at all. Quick Christmas gifts.
AS
The Twist Wrap.
PamB
It is a toss up between the all weather wrap and the go two wrap.
joyce k.
I love all the wraps, but my favorite is the twist wrap.
Lisa-Karen Meetze
My favorite it is the All Weather Wrap made from beach towels! They are all great. I think I found my Christmas present ideas!
Lisa-Karen Meetze
I like the All Weather Wrap made from beach towels. Great ideas! I think I found my Christmas present ideas!
Frances
I really like the Twist Wrap! I have a similar pattern (actually, Nancy’s pattern!) to the Go To Wrap I need to finish, especially now that the weather is definitely cooler. Thanks for the giveaway!
Maria Fortunato
This book is a great idea. I am often chilled and don’t always want to have to grab a slightly prickly sweater so this would be great for me. Also, can these be used for selling online?
Thanks.
Maria
Nancy Zieman
HI Maria, You’d have to contact Mary Mulari in regards to your question.
Darla Kimmes
I think the Twist Wrap in a sequin fabric would be a fabulous choice for a Mother of the Groom outfit.
Jo
I like the twist wrap best.they are all prettytho. I would like to make several and give as gifts. very practical.
Maria Fortunato
This would be a great book to have. I’d rather wear a wrap than a sweater.
Reba Mahaffey
Love twist wrap and beach wrap. Winter and summer type gifts for daughters.
Rita Detwiler
I should say I like the Rita wrap the best, because of the same name, but I honestly like the twist wrap the best because of the way it looks and fits
Karen L.
The All Weather Wrap is my second favorite but I especially love that Off-Center Wrap! You could wear that with so many outfits, formal or informal, depending on what fabric you use. Plus it really grabs you eye because of the different angle. Nice! Thanks for doing a give-away. I love your show and website.
Julia T
The Go-Two Wrap was fascinating. How clever!!
Janet Mohler
I would wear the Go Two with my leggings and jeggings.
April Gandy
My favorite is: one seam ruffle shawl, (many options with different material etc.), very elegant touch for any outfit, doesn’t interfer with the garment underneath, great overall finishing touch. Thank you!
Sheri Lesh
My favorite is the twist wrap….great designs Mary, as usual!
Kati Falk
I LOVE wraps as they are so easy and comfortable and really useful. I had never seen the twist wrap before and it would be perfect for wedding attire when the bride insists on strapless gowns and the evening becomes chilly or you are going out for an evening and don’t want to wear a standard coat and ruin your look.
Pat O.
My favorite is the twist wrap.
Susan
I love the twist wrap best, but I’d love to make several of the others too for some friends and family as Christmas presents.
Rita
The twist, wish I had it last weekend.
Kim M. Harrington
The one I want to make right away is the Twist Wrap! Though I really love the rain poncho and several of the other ones too.
Vickie Hall
Love the Off Center wrap! Plus the All weather and the Twist! Mary is so creative, I just love her projects!
Bonnie Cotton
My favorite has to be the Off-Center Wrap because I have the perfect Pashima scarf to use to make it. My second fave would be the Twist. So classy. Thank you for the great ideas!
Linda Boothman
I love the Twist Wrap…..but would make some of the others, too!!!
Gail
Love the twist wrap!
Kathy Blomquist
I always look for a hood to keep me warm so I vote for the all-weather wrap which I would first do in fleece.
I love the quilts you have been doing as well. kjb
Karen J
I love the all weather wrap. I can see keeping that in the car for unexpected rain showers.
Judy Abbott
I vote for the Twist Wrap, with very drapey fabric it would be comfortable and stylish.
Louise Johnson
I like the twist wrap the best, but they all look like fun and allow me to be creative. The ability to use either knit or woven fabric is a plus for any project.
Nannette Glass
My favorite is the Twist wrap but the Ruffle wrap is right up there with it.
Marge
I love all the wraps but my favorite is the twist wrap. Depending on the material used, it can be very elegant for a special occasion or even casual, you decide. The beach wrap would be my second choice.
Thank you so much for the inspiring blogs and your wonderful TV show.
allen king
I can’t choose just one – they’re all great! I would start with the twist, the go two, and the ruffle wraps – all in soft, drapey knit fabrics then move on to the hooded one in a light weight laminated fabric!
Robin
I like the one seam ruffle shawl…and the color too!
Susan
I like the Twist Wrap and the Beach Coverup
beth daniels
I like the one seam ruffle shawl. It can either go casual or dressy with whatever fabric you use.
Heidi
The one seam ruffle shawl gives a nice long line and glides over the tummy. Very slimming!
Charlotte McCaig
The Twist-Wrap, for sure. I think some of these would benefit from more fabric…they look a bit skimpy. Add a little more length/width and they would seem so much more expensive and couture.
MaryEllen Thibodeau
Love the red twist wrap. Great while sewing, watching tv,
restaurants. thanks for sharing, MET
Brenda J wood
well the off center and the beach cover up are great but I think I would make them all…
Sharon Groves
Love the twist wrap. Thanks
Jean Hislop
Hi Nancy the all weather wrap I would love to make I am a scooter user and 85yrs with our changable weather here in Australia , would be well used
Pat Bean
The off center wrap is my favorite. I think with a change in fabric, it goes from dressy to casual to cozy. This just might be my next project!
Liz O
love them all, especially the twisted front wrap. thank you for the video and the chance to win.
Cherri Sauls
Love the off-center wrap! Beautiful!
JANICE GRZESIAK
I like the twist. Looks versatile and would be the easiest to keep in place hands free when wearing it.
Maryjo Kaszubinski
I love these ideas and wraps are perfect for the constant changing environment where we live.
julie b
I would love to make that all-weather wrap, and the beach cover up is fabulous!
Charlene Neil
Living in Alaska I really would love winning this wonderful book, if not I’ll wait to buy it.
Cleo
I really like the twist wrap. I can see it as casual and a very fashionable wrap for dressy occasions. Very great idea. I shall have to give it a try!
Debbie Morgan
My favorite is the one-seam ruffled shawl – I love that fabric and this design really puts it center-stage!
Helen Gerhard
I love the twist
Terri B.
I just love twist wraps so I’ll make that right away then the outdoor wrap. You can’t have too many
Jan
The red twist wrap is definitely my favorite. Thank you for the chance to win the book.
Starla
The all-weather wrap! Perfect for Oregonians!
Melissa Burford
Oooh I love these wraps. I would have to say that the off-center one is my favorite style.
Doris D.
I love , love the twist wrap .
Ell
Great group of different looks with wraps.
Diana
love the wrap especially the twisted style it”s hard to find wraps that fits a short person
Linda Perkins
I love the twist wrap. It looks super easy with super amazing results. My kind of sewing.
Anne Z.
Hi,
My favorite is the off-center wrap. Great simple gift ideas!!!
Brenda Green
I love the off center wrap.
michelle
I like the Go Two Wrap. I like the versitility. Great for travel.
LaDonna Alexander
The twist wrap is my favorite. It is simple to sew, can be made with a variety of fabrics and will look good with any outfit.
Rita Brown
I have 2 favorites! The twist wrap, and the off-center wrap. Love them both!
JACQUELINE WOODARD
Off-Center Wrap is my favorite because it has a unique style that can be made with many colors of fabric.
Carol Henry
I like the Twist Wrap. Would be nice to wear in air conditioned places.
Jeanne Schimmel
I especially like the twist wrap. I am – short 5 feet 2 inches and the twist would give the right amount of drape without me getting lost in too much material.
Judy Hodges
My favorite is the twist wrap.
Pauline Gardner
My favorite is the Twist Wrap and second one is the All Weather Wrap which would be great in Arizona.
Patti
My favorite…the go two wrap. How cute!
Ginger
I really like the twist wrap.
Carrie Johnson
Even though I LIKE them all, I really LOVE the One Seam Ruffle Wrap. It would be fun to wear and spice things up here in the North Woods.
Carrie Johnson
All of them are lovely but the One Seam Ruffle Shawl is my favorite.
Patty M
Need to make one for New Years Eve!
Kitty M
Love, love, love the All-Weather Wrap! My part-time work as a (Hospice) nurse (as well as my daily routine as a semi-retired person) involves being in & out of the car frequently almost every day. Weather here in FL often brings showers, so a couple of these wraps would be great to have on hand both in the car & in the home.
Glenda
The 20 minute Twist Wrap is my favorite. I’ve been looking for a wrap for my mother for the times she gets chilled in hospital and rehab rooms, taking care of my father. The Twist Wrap looks perfect! It will add a touch of warmth without getting in her way as she helps her hubby of 63+ years.
Patricia Pinkston
I like the twist wrap best.
Evelyn Ware
Love the twist wrap. It would be great using some of the blingy fabrics out there. I think the look of it can be so dressy over that little black dress to wear on a cruise!
Sharon P
I love the Go-Two Wrap, it is so versatile. But, all of them are great, I can see so many uses for them all.
Peg R
I like them all, but my favorite is the twist wrap
Ella Liddle
I like the rain wrap. I would be light enough in warm weather to just slip on and you wouldn’t have to worry about getting too hot. : )
Rosalind Berthelot
I think the Twist wrap is my favorite, it looks so cozy and stylish.
Dee
I like the twist wrap, just right to take a chill off my shoulders.
Kathy Banfield
I especially like the Twisty Wrap! I really enjoy creating my own marbled fabric, so this would be a great way to showcase those brilliant colors! I also have several knitting machines, and all I have to do is knit plain yardage–no binding off, no shaping! For that reason, the Twisty Wrap would be a fantastic choice for someone who is jus learning how to use a knitting machine. You couldn’t ask for an easier project!
KayZee
The twist wrap is my favorite. So easy but elegant.
Sally Demaray
My favorites are the Go-Two Wrap and the All Weather wrap, which I would probably make first. It’s been a rainy fall here in MI.
Donna Ipock
The one seam ruffle shawl will be perfect for our New Years gathering.
ronda halvorsen
First I SEW love you and your BFF together again in a new SWN episode, you and Mary truly resonate so well…. Now choosing a wrap I think my first attempt would be to use up my stash of ruffle fabric and what a great idea but honestly I am going to attempt each one. I also have to say “Hats Off” to your viewers for enriching the content with all their great ideas and suggestions. As always much gratitude Nancy for sharing your time and talents.
Cheers,
Ronda in Bend
Jennifer Shirley
I really like the beach wrap and am going to make one for each of my granddaughters. It will be easier to wear than a towel wrapped around the shoulders or the waist.
Patty R
I love the all-weather wrap!! It’s a cute step up from a plain old rain poncho.
Sandra
All would make nice gifts and practical gifts for my daughters and granddaughters.
Nancy Lynn Hilderbrand
I like the wrap advertised on the cover of the magazine
JeannieSue Anderson
The Twist Wrap is definitely my favorite ! Versatile in that it can be made in simple or dressy fabrics to suit any occasion and so quickly that it could be done for a dinner date with my good looking husband, for my tall daughters or my smaller daughters-in-law. Thanks for the hints on the other styles, also. The All Weather Wrap would be perfect for my two daughters in Florida where rain is almost an every day occurrence. Great Ideas ! ! !
Alice Cornelson
It is hard to choose which one I like the best, I like them all. I can see me wearing Rita’s wrap the most though. This goes on my A list of sewing projects. I am thinking, too, of making one for my daughter and daughter-in-law. They will love them, too.
auschick
The twist wrap is my favorite!
Kathy Jonhson
I really like the Go-Two Wrap. It could be worn over jeans for a casual look or over nice slacks or dress for a dressy look. I see many uses for this wrap.
Donna G.
Love the twist wrap and the all-weather wrap!
Patricia
I could not decide between the Twist Wrap and the All Weather Wrap, so I would just make them both.
Patricia
I couldn’t decide between the Twist Wrap and the All-Weather Wrap. I’d like to have both of them.
Sharon Davis
I love to wear wraps of all kinds. I have always had this thing about a coat making me feel confined, so I turned to wraps. Can’t wait to get the pattern and start sewing.
Nicole Tighe
I have to say, hands down, my favorite is the one seamed ruffle shawl! The fabric is beautiful and can cover up a lot of small mistakes. I’m so glad I found you website, I’m finally back to sewing after about a 15yr hiatus. I’m loving every minute of it too!
Joanne Phillips
An interesting variety of wraps. I like the Aurora Wrap. Both versions are great. Like the cuff/sleeve version.
Kay Kluever
The twist wrap is my favorite! It would be flattering on most body types.
Gay Harris
I like the On Point Wrap. It is classy.
Polly
Mary is SO creative and her projects are always fun to do! My favorite is the twist wrap. It can be made elegant or functionally warm. Any of these wraps can be embellished with embroidery, pockets added for convenience. They would be a great gift for a baby shower or a new mom as a nursing cover; added warmth for a senior citizen; a great wrap for a chilly movie theater; birthday and Christmas gifts. My daughter’s office is cold so I’m definitely making one for her! Thanks, Mary and Nancy!
Marsha Storms
I love all the wraps, casual, sporty and elegant. My favorite would be the 2 scarves waiting for my purchase and create endless possibilities. Great ideas for Christmas, birthdays and just because your special. Thank you for keeping me in the loop.
Karen R
Having to make a choice, it would be the Twist Wrap. Have a fabric in my stash that will be perfect for the upcoming holidays. Have been saving for ‘just the right design’ and now I have found it. Thanks Mary and Nancy.
Candace
I think all the wraps are so clever, and I really like the All Weather cover-up, but my favorite is the Twist wrap. I can ‘see’ it in so many different fabrics for so many different occasions. Thank you Mary and Nancy!
Karen
I like them all , but right now feeling chilled the Rita wrap looks great.
Nancy M
I’m fascinated by the Twist wrap. Shawls are wonderful but I always have trouble keeping them on!
linda
I watched the fabric wrap show this am,,,i am ready to start my sewing for this Christmas,,was looking for the right thing to start with,,,since we live in florida,the beach towel wrap is now my favorite,,we have 2 daughters here and 5 granddaughters,,,MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!,,,thanks for the project idea…
Tami johnson
We are having a rainy week. Your all-weather wrap is just what I need–perfect timing on the show. Thank you for all of your wonderful ideas for general seeing as well as quilting!
Janet Hartsog
My favorite wrap is the Go-Two Wrap. This wrap would make a wonderful gift for any occasion but especially at Christmas.
S7Jordan
I watched the video and was excited to try Rita’s Wrap because of its shape and simplicity. Thankfully, I made a muslin first. No measurements are given for the neckline cutout, so I improvised. Regardless of the shape of the neck, this wrap does not fit in any way. I am 5′ 9″ and wear a size 16. I suspect that the measurements in the video are for a size small. It felt very awkward and the fabric bunched up at the neck. I’m not sure know how to alter it to fit my shoulders properly. Unfortunately, this wrap is a no go for me.
Joann Allen
Wish you would include directions on how to make the twist wrap, how much material to buy, etc.
Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC
Thank you for the suggestion! We’ll look into including this within a future blog posting.