Great Ideas for Sewing Fashion-Forward Wraps

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

Great Ideas for Sewing Fashion-Forward Wraps

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All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

It’s easy to be fashion-forward while warding off a chill—just add a comfortable wrap! Sewing expert, Mary Mulari, joins me on Sewing With Nancy for the second episode of All Occasion Fabric Wraps to share how to transform your look in an instant. Watch online, on PBS, or DVD.

Here’s a preview of what you’ll learn

The Aurora Wrap

Choose an elegant fabric to wear when you’re out for the evening or select a knit fabric to make your next wrap to keep at your office for those days when the air conditioning is too cool. There are two ways to sew the Aurora Wrap—Mary and I show you both options.

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

Reading Wrap

With a book or an e-reader in your hand and this wrap around you, you’re all set for a warm and relaxing reading session. If you prefer a lighter-weight fabric, use the optional cutting line to transform the wrap front into a dressy pocket version.

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

On Point Wrap

Turn a large square scarf, which you haven’t been wearing anyway, into a flowing coverup to wear for an evening walk or a chill chaser over a sundress. The key to success is to add a faced neckline opening to the scarf—learn how on Sewing With Nancy. Find all the instructions in Mary’s book, plus the neckline patterns.

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman\

Two Scarf Wrap

Sometime two identical scarves are just waiting for you to buy, take home, and sew only two seams. As Bobbie Jo can attest, the end wrap is delightful to wear!

 

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

Sweatshirt Wrap

This repurposing project makes use of a sweatshirt body and a necktie for a casual cover up. Check closets for sweatshirts and neckties no longer being worn and turn them into a wrap that is perfect for shopping at the Farmer’s Market.

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

Two-Button Wrap

Choose soft and warm fabric or recycle sweaters as shown here to create this wrap, which is a perfect extra layer. Accent the wrap with large, interesting buttons. The closure for this two-button wrap can be symmetrical or…offset. Let your mood influence your style.

All Occasion Fabric Wraps by Mary Mulari as seen on Sewing With Nancy Zieman

The All Occasion Fabric Wraps book includes step-by-step instructions for 14 easy to sew fabric wraps! Soon I’ll be making the wrap featured on the cover, the Circle Wrap. It’s an amazing shape with great style!

Watch All Occasion Fabric Wraps (Part One and Part Two) on Sewing With Nancy online.


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135 Comments

  • Joan Casinghino
    November 13, 2014

    I love the Aurora! It would be wonderful done in fleece or velvet!

  • Brenda Yankoski
    November 13, 2014

    I just love the casual recycle of the sweatshirt and man’s tie! That would be such a fun (and cheap) gift for several on my list! Several of the shoulder warming and pretty wraps are on my list for Christmas gifts, when I win this!!!! Thanks

  • Lorraine
    November 13, 2014

    The “RED” Aurora Wrap

  • Anne Zurbuchen
    November 13, 2014

    I love the reading wrap. It would be perfect for a snowy Saturday afternoon, curled up reading a book.

  • Marilyn Ritchie
    November 13, 2014

    Love the reading wrap! Keep shoulders warm on those cool evenings when reading.

  • Lynn Petrich
    November 13, 2014

    My favorite is the READING WRAP! It looks so cozy and comfy. It is a perfect time of the year for wearing it even if doing something other that reading!! Thanks for the special giveaway!

  • Carol Pollock
    November 13, 2014

    The On-Point wrap is beautiful!

  • SUSAN
    November 13, 2014

    I like the green AURORA wrap. It would look great at a holiday party.

  • Sandy in KS
    November 13, 2014

    An excellent book for repurposing on these cold winter days. It looks like the start of a LONG, COLD winter!

    Good job!

    Sandy

  • Chris Bowyer
    November 13, 2014

    I like the reading wrap.

  • H. Harra
    November 13, 2014

    I am freezing in my office this early winter and that wrap made from recycled sweaters looks mighty appealing. I have some old sweaters my grown sons have left behind. I could use those !

  • Denise Z. G.
    November 13, 2014

    The reading wrap appears it would serve so many purposes on a chilly day!

  • Janice Rich
    November 13, 2014

    The red aurora and the reading wraps top my list.

  • Diane
    November 13, 2014

    Hummm… it is had to pick a favorite. The Aurora Wrap is very pretty, and I can see myself using The Reading Wrap a lot!

  • Susan Beard
    November 13, 2014

    Love the reading wrap

  • Deborah
    November 13, 2014

    I love the different wraps. The reading and 2 button are my favorites.

  • Leann McClain
    November 13, 2014

    I love the 2 button wrap using old sweaters!

  • Rebecca Newport
    November 13, 2014

    I love love love love the wraps using sweatshirts. This is now on my “project” list!!!

  • Joanne Dillon
    November 13, 2014

    Today I like the sweatshirt wrap…..I live in Oregon and we are having a cold spell today – like the rest of the nation. Good day to stay inside and learn a new sewing skill!! Keep up the awesome creativity!

  • Jeanette Tuck
    November 13, 2014

    The reading wrap looks really useful!

  • Donna Lockwood
    November 13, 2014

    All of the wraps are wonderful My favorite wrap is the Aurora.
    Ot’s perfect for dressing up an outfit and it looks like it would be cozy on cool nights.
    Donna

  • Lulyn Williams
    November 13, 2014

    The 2 scarf wrap is a wonderful way to use my mother’s old oblong scarves. She had many and I love to wear scarves that are decorative and/or warm to dress up an outfit.

  • Jan S
    November 13, 2014

    I like the Reading Wrap, which would also be a useful “Viewing Wrap”.

  • Simone
    November 13, 2014

    I love the Aurora wrap–I can see me making a lacey one to go with my dress for our son’s upcoming wedding and more to wear as office appropriate layers as the seasons change.

  • Alice Phillips
    November 13, 2014

    I love all of the ones that have closures that keep them from falling off. I can’t move with a wrap without it falling off and these I could keep on. FANTASTIC.

  • Diane Q
    November 13, 2014

    I love the style of the reading wrap–it would be my go-to wrap for many purposes.

  • Lola Gerhard
    November 13, 2014

    These wraps would make wonderful Christmas or birthday gifts for family or friends. Depending on the fabric used, they could be worn all year round.

  • Suzieqtou
    November 13, 2014

    I Love the Reading pink wrap. Looks prefect for southern California in the fall.

  • Karyl
    November 13, 2014

    I love the reading wrap. And I might even add the necktie option for the fun factor, also adding pockets for the Kindle or book. Great for the notoriously chilly waiting rooms in hospitals, etc.

  • CarolKE
    November 13, 2014

    I like the reading wrap. It’s perfect for cool evenings by the campfire.

  • Linda E in AZ
    November 13, 2014

    I like the Reading Wrap – looks like my kind of warm for cool weather.
    thanks!

  • Penny
    November 13, 2014

    I love to sew, I love to read, I love to be warm! I love Sewing With Nancy, I LOVE the reading wrap!

  • Kim M. Harrington
    November 13, 2014

    I need the reading wrap! I get cold in bed when I read at night, because my arms and chest are exposed to hold the book. I should have made one years ago! Love it…

  • Ilana
    November 13, 2014

    I especially like the reading wrap and the aurora. The black, see through wrap in the very top picture is gorgeous. I’m not sure which one that is.

  • Betty Williams
    November 13, 2014

    Where can I buy the magnets used to close the wrap in episode 1? That was a wonderful idea.

  • maureen
    November 13, 2014

    I would love the reading wrap. It would be perfect for me and my mother-in -law

  • Fannie Dowdy
    November 13, 2014

    The reading wrap would workin bed or in a chair reading. This is the one I like best but any and all of them are beautiful and look so easy to sew.

  • Kathi Buksas
    November 13, 2014

    Love the these idea! Living in Vegas with warm days and cool nights, I’m always looking for fashionable (and inexpensive) cover-up that one can wear. These were awesome!!!
    Thanks for the ideas. I’m gonna run with this one.

  • Patricia smith
    November 13, 2014

    I love the reading wrap, not just for reading. It would make a great wrap for everything from shopping to that walk around the block. The pockets would be a must for me.

  • Kathi Buksas
    November 13, 2014

    Love these ideas. Living in Vegas with warm days and cool nights, I’m always looking for fashionabe (and expensive) ways for transition from one to the other! This is perfect. Thanks

  • Sandra Guillemette
    November 13, 2014

    Oh to have the book which would allow one to have 14 days of being wrapped up in wonderful designs. I have matching fabric for many of these so all I am needing is the plans and methods. The hard part will be selecting which fabric to start with hummm look out needles will be moving soon..

  • Amy Jackson
    November 13, 2014

    If I can only pick one for a favorite, it’d be the Aurora. I’d make one for our chilly office here in the pacific NW and a lightweight one for evenings our winter break trip somewhere warm. The Two Button wrap and Reading Wrap (I love pockets!) are also calling my name!

  • Norma
    November 13, 2014

    My favorite would be the green aurora wrap because it covers more of the arm. I need something like this to wear in church so I will not lose it when using my Bible and taking notes. My “other favorite” would be the reading wrap. Thanks for all the ideas!

  • Donna
    November 13, 2014

    Love the Reading Wrap! The pockets would be perfect for my cell, too. And warm enough for a stroll!

  • Robin
    November 13, 2014

    I like the Reading wrap and the Aurora wrap…actually, I like them all! Any of them would make a great gift!

  • beth daniels
    November 13, 2014

    I like the wrap that is from recycled sweaters. It would keep my shoulders warm definitely in my office where it is always cold.

  • Starla
    November 13, 2014

    I absolutely love the two-button wrap — and I love the idea of using recycled sweaters!

  • Kathy Jonhson
    November 13, 2014

    I like the the ‘On Point’ wrap and the ‘Two Scarf’ wrap. Both of these could be done for dress up or casual.

  • Mary Peake
    November 13, 2014

    I like the On Point wrap! Sometimes you only need a light cover on your arms to take away the chill of an air conditioned room or store, and I have some beautiful scarves that I would love to repurpose!

  • Mary Peake
    November 13, 2014

    I love the On Point wrap! Sometimes a light layer is all you need to take away the chill of an air conditioned room or store. I have some beautiful scarves that I would like to repurpose!

  • Donna
    November 13, 2014

    Love all of them. Especially the reading wrap with pockets. Would make a great prayer wrap too.

  • Lynn
    November 13, 2014

    I love the reading wrap! And since it’s from Mary Mulari I would have to embellish it with an applique or decorative zipper!

  • Bonnie
    November 13, 2014

    What wonderful wrap ideas! They would make great Christmas gifts. I love them all, especially the Reading Wrap for cold winter nights.

  • Linda Klein
    November 13, 2014

    Love all of them, but 2 favorites are:
    1. Pink Reading Wrap
    2. Black sheer over Cocktail dress (classy)
    By Mary Mulari, they gotta be easy and quick.

    Thanks for sharing 🙂

  • JudiC
    November 13, 2014

    The reading wrap

  • Bonnie Cotton
    November 13, 2014

    I love the idea of the 2 button wrap using old sweaters, but anything made from sweatshirts makes me happy. I have to have this book!

  • Juanita Adams
    November 13, 2014

    Aurora. It’s beautiful. Would love to make them for Christmas gifts for my girls and granddaughters. It’s been a long time since I’ve found such an elegant item to make.

  • Janet
    November 13, 2014

    I’d love to make a reading wrap using the recycled-sweater (or maybe sweatshirts) idea from the 2-button wrap.

  • allen king
    November 13, 2014

    The Aurora and Reading Wrap are wonderful but the On Point wrap made out of a large square scarf is killer! I was wondering if you could possibly tell us where you bought the black embroidered curtain?

  • Candace W
    November 13, 2014

    All of them are great!

  • Georgieann
    November 13, 2014

    I am so glad I watched this video while organizing my fabric stash. I need to win this book so I can start making some nice reading wraps for my girls! thank you, Mary and Nancy!

  • Michelle
    November 13, 2014

    I luv the Aurora because it looks dressy enough for work (where it’s always cold) or for around the house-depending on what type of fabric is used.

  • Charlene Oberbeck
    November 13, 2014

    LOVE the idea of a reading wrap! We live across from an open field and the living room is always cold from the westerly winds. This is just the perfect type of warmth I need, whether reading or crocheting. I usually cover up with a throw but have to keep re-adjusting. Hate to wear a robe during the daytime. Pockets are a plus for my kleenex and reading glasses. Looking forward to making this wrap for myself and as a gift for my daughter-in-law, who is always wrapped in a blanket during the cold winters. This is great, many thanks!

  • Bettie Papajohn
    November 13, 2014

    My favorite is the Aurora.

  • DebJones
    November 13, 2014

    I liked the sweatshirt conversion and the sweater scarf. I really liked the button ideas with the little patchwork behind the buttons. Great ideas. Made me think “I can do this”.

  • Maria Fortunato
    November 13, 2014

    I like the Aurora Wrap and the Reading wrap. All the others are nice too but these are my favorites.

  • eve Elliott
    November 13, 2014

    the Aurora is my favorite!

  • Madeleine Ryan
    November 13, 2014

    I have two favorites the reading wrap but I also love the two button.
    Thanks for the gift ideas! I am a great fan of your work ladies and have been for years!
    Thanks again.

  • Carole Buerman
    November 13, 2014

    The Aurora Wrap looks very versatile, but the Sweatshirt Wrap is also very intriguing.

  • Karyn Cowdrey
    November 13, 2014

    I’m in love with the Reading Wrap and must try making one!

  • Rita
    November 13, 2014

    I like the aurora wrap although all the wraps are serviceable.

  • linda
    November 13, 2014

    Love the recycled sweater. It jumped out and screamed make me, I,m so cool!

  • Carol
    November 13, 2014

    Love all the wraps but the reading wrap is my favorite.

  • Joyce P. Stevens
    November 13, 2014

    The Aurora Wrap is my favorite wrap. I would love to win the new book.

  • Jacqueline Samford
    November 13, 2014

    The On Point would allow me to use those beautiful fabrics that I don’t quite know what to do with, you know, really too snazzy for a dress for Church but perfect for an accent. I love the possibilities…

  • sue snodgrass
    November 13, 2014

    Love that reading wrap!!
    ,
    Susie sews

  • Natalie
    November 13, 2014

    It’s a toss-up between the Aurora wrap (thinking of 2 winter weddings I’ll be attending this season) and the reading wrap (what you’ll find me doing every chance I get!). I’d probably add a hood to the reading wrap — my chair catches the draft coming down from the second floor during heating season!

  • Christina Gonzalez
    November 13, 2014

    The reading wrap is awesome.

  • Karen
    November 13, 2014

    I like all of the wraps esp the hot pink evening wrap! I always enjoy reading/watching ideas from Nancy…so inspiring!!

  • Jerri Baker
    November 13, 2014

    It is super hard 2 decided but I like 2 reading & the point on wrap. Wouldn’t making a few of different one of these for Christmas. What a gift.

  • Ell
    November 13, 2014

    These wraps are very interesting designs.

  • Debra
    November 13, 2014

    My favorite is the reading wrap. I must make one of these!

  • Dorothy Brennan
    November 13, 2014

    Reading Wrap! Perfect!

  • AS
    November 13, 2014

    The Reading Wrap

  • Alice
    November 13, 2014

    I LOVE the chopped up sweaters! What a great idea!

  • Dorothy
    November 13, 2014

    Love the reading wrap, this would be a good wrap for my 80 year old sister. I want one also. LOL

  • Jean Kocik
    November 13, 2014

    I really like the Reading Wrap the most. Since I am an avid machine embroiderer, I can envision a beautiful design on each side on the front and maybe even one on the back for a great effect.

  • tammy wright
    November 13, 2014

    I love the necktie/swearshirt wrap. Its Sew CREATIVE!

  • Barb Miller
    November 13, 2014

    I really like the reading wrap. I love the color they used. My favorite, pink!!!

  • Lynne Woods
    November 13, 2014

    I love the wrap that’s on the cover. I was just at Mood, L.A. and bought some amazing Italian wool that is double sided – it would be perfect for a wrap with a shawl collar!

  • Nancy Johnson
    November 13, 2014

    Adding two scarves together is brilliant. I sure want to win this book!

  • ZB WonderWoman
    November 13, 2014

    The Aurora — hands down favorite. Thrift shopped 2 weeks ago, in search of diverse fabrics. Eyed an edgy brocade curtain. Checked it from a distance. Noticed a sparkly amber textile. Buh-bye edgy brocade, hello sparkly fabric. A pure silk sari with double gold thread borders and brush-stroke medallions.

    Waited to see what possibilities would present themselves. Aurora. NYE. Perfect.

    And a fleece Aurora to stay warm while writing, editing or fetching mail. Nothing sweeter then a cozy wrap as the winter holiday season, and weather, draws near.

  • Janice Beitz
    November 13, 2014

    I’m sitting here during the first really cold spell of the winter and the outside temperature is 9 degrees. I love the style and shape of the Reading Wrap. It looks like it will stay on my shoulders if I get up to get myself a nice hot cup of tea or hot chocolate.

  • Susie-Q
    November 13, 2014

    Definitely the reading wrap since the weather is getting colder.

  • Joy DeLong
    November 13, 2014

    I think the Aurora is my favorite, simply because I like the “cuffs” at the wrists. I cannot wait to use up some of my bigger stash pieces to make one!!

  • Diana Grindel
    November 13, 2014

    I would have to say The Reading Wrap as I read alot and sometimes the shoulders get cold. But all of them are so pretty !
    Thanks for the chance to win !

  • jomimms
    November 13, 2014

    The Aurora Wrap, because it is versatile – I can see it in a felted wool for a cold office, and wonder how it might look in a velvet…a red velvet!

  • Vicki B.
    November 13, 2014

    Love the 2 button wrap

  • Melissa Burford
    November 13, 2014

    I have the perfect scarf for the On Point Wrap, but I really want to make them all!

  • Darlene Hopkins
    November 14, 2014

    Here in Oregon we are about 3 weeks behind you. Please keep the info up for us so we can keep up. This coming Saturday we will hopefully see the second doll program. Thank you!

  • Pam
    November 14, 2014

    I love wraps of any shape and size. Would love to try them all! From the pictures, I like the Reading Wrap. Looks great for reading and sewing!

  • Pam
    November 14, 2014

    I love all wraps. The Reader looks great for reading and sewing!

  • Del Soden
    November 14, 2014

    the pink wrap looks really nice.

    I would wear any of the wraps shown, but that pink one looks something special.

  • Michele Kolodij
    November 14, 2014

    I really love all of the wraps but I think the first version of the Aurora wrap is so classy. This wrap would look great on any number of body types and would really enhance many outfits. I’m planning to make several wraps for myself and friends.

  • Gloria Duerr
    November 14, 2014

    I LOVE them all…but the 2 Button Wrap is AWESOME!!

  • nicole lesley
    November 14, 2014

    Love the sweatshirt wrap, great way to repurpose.

  • Mardi
    November 14, 2014

    my favorite is the 2 button wrap but they are all great!

  • Lana Ashley
    November 14, 2014

    The Aurora and the reading wrap are my 2 favorites! Can’t wait to see the rest of wraps featured in the book.

  • Betsy
    November 14, 2014

    Hi Nancy,
    I like the reading wrap the most. I think that is a style I could wear while reading, doing chores or even running errands for a light to medium layer. Very pretty style and of course I love the pocket for keeping my phone handy!
    Thanks!
    Betsy in the ccccccold Seattle suburbs. Brrrrrrr.

  • Kitty R.
    November 14, 2014

    I love the reading wrap and would love to learn to make it.
    The wrap would make a great gift for my sister-in-law.

  • Sandra Chavez
    November 14, 2014

    I love the reading wrap…so practical, especially as cold weather approaches. Also make great gifts for our elderly loved ones and elderly who may not have family nearby.

  • Jane Schneider
    November 14, 2014

    I love the two scarf wrap – quick and ingenious.

  • Yolanda H English
    November 14, 2014

    The reader wrap is one I would make for several people on
    my Christmas list. The pockets are nice to have because it can carry certain items close at hand, like glasses, tissues, pens/pencils or mobile phone.

  • Diane Putzer
    November 14, 2014

    The reading wrap is my favorite.

  • Ella Liddle
    November 15, 2014

    I like the reading wrap. It would be much more comfortable and better looking than sitting around the house with a house coat on all day. Thanks for sharing.. : )

  • Karen Nelson
    November 15, 2014

    The 2 button wrap- I like it I’m not a symettrical person and I would wear any of these wraps to work so I need it to stay on with out me fussing with it all the time!
    Thanks for all the inspirations!

  • Anne
    November 15, 2014

    Like them all, but LOVE the Aurora. It could be sewn with so many different fabrics to dress it up for an evening out or down for a picnic or mild weather football game. Just a classy piece.

  • bethany eckler
    November 15, 2014

    This “Wrap” blog page offers something for everyone. Whether the reader is young or old, is new to sewing or experienced, resides north or south of the mason-dixon-line/the equator, or anywhere east or west of the Mississippi/ the Atlantic … there is an offering that could be applied to a fashion-‘forward’ sewing enthusiast.

  • Dianna
    November 16, 2014

    Reading wrap would be my favorite of the offerings. Not too much extra fabric to get in the way.

  • Joyce Howell
    November 16, 2014

    It is difficult to choose just one! Since I know someone I’d like to give it to, I’d choose the READING WRAP. Of course I’d probably make them all!

  • Doris Turbes
    November 16, 2014

    I like the On Point wrap using large square scarves. Would be a good use for the scarves I do not use any longer.

  • Jennifer Fried
    November 16, 2014

    I really like the aurora. I think would wear it a lot. It just has a special flare!! Always enjoy the shows with Mary!
    Jenny

  • Elizabeth Steen
    November 16, 2014

    I like the recycled sweater wrap. Good way to use up old sweaters. I am going to use all the sweaters from my
    daughters little sweaters.

  • Rebecca Crookshanks
    November 17, 2014

    What a great idea book…with this one, we could have Christmas all wrapped up in no time!

  • Karie Hawkins
    November 18, 2014

    Aurora is my favorite.

  • Carol AJ
    November 18, 2014

    I can’t wait to go to the fabric store to look for some fabrics to try these ideas.

  • Shirley Clark
    November 18, 2014

    What fun! I love the On Point wrap! I think all of these are so neat.

  • Patty Sack
    November 19, 2014

    My favorite is the Aurora Wrap but I also like the 2 button wrap a lot.

  • Nancy
    November 19, 2014

    I like the reading wrap… thanks for the giveaway.

  • Helen Wheelock
    November 20, 2014

    I really like the Reading Wrap, because it looks sporty and also
    looks lovely for dinner out and dancing. Not too dressy
    and yet it is elegant.
    Thanks much for all your great hints and the TV shows
    Hope to win and thank you for puting this up for so many
    people. Hope your show was fun and profitable in many
    ways. ENJOY

  • Laurie G
    November 23, 2014

    Especially interested in the aurora wrap.. Love the idea of cuffs to hold everything in place. Also think the wraps for special occasions are lovely.

  • Meme Spears
    November 29, 2014

    I love the wraps and have been looking for the book. Could you please tell were I can get one and the cost? Can’t wait to make one.

  • mary duncan
    August 27, 2015

    Where can I find the 14 wrap pattern book &the cost I would like to make some for gifts I really enjoy watching your show on Sat. morning thank you Mary

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