This year has been super amazing and so fun, and so busy! So when it was time for crochet teacher gifts, I fell back on an old standby - the Artfully Simple Infinity Scarf! But I wanted a pretty way to package them - and created the Artfully Simple Infinity Scarf Gift Wrapper!
After taking all three kids to JoAnn Fabrics to pick out the yarn colors for their teachers, the scarves themselves whipped up in a flash. A quick wet blocking, and they were ready to go. But I knew I wanted to create a special way to package them, and include wearing instructions at the same time. These ASIS Gift Wrappers fit the bill! They even feature the button tie in a fun (but still optional!) way. And they're not just great for gift giving - if you sell ASIS at craft fairs, these wrappers are a wonderful touch!
To start, you need to CLICK HERE TO PRINT THE ASIS WRAPPER. It's a PDF, so you'll need a PDF reader like Adobe. Make sure your printer is set to Landscape, and print as many as you need (do just one first to make sure they're printing as needed).
Then, go ahead and fill out the "handmade by" section as desired. We had some fun since they were going to the teachers, and I had the kids sign it with their own names (and his/her mom). Tag and wrapper in one! Then, fold the wrapper lengthwise, as shown below. As you can see, this puts the "how to wear" instructions on the inside, where the recipient will find it when they open it up.
Next, IF you are including the button tie, make two slits about .75-1 inch in from each end, big enough for your button to fit through plus a little extra. Make sure to go through both layers.
Now set the label aside and roll up the scarf. Lay it out lengthwise, and then fold over the top and bottom edges so they meet in the middle. Then, tightly roll the scarf up, starting at one end.
Now take the wrapper and insert the button through one slit, wrap the wrapper around the scarf, and insert the button through the other slit. Use a bit of tape to hold the wrapper closed.
Et voila! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy. You can use regular printer paper, fancy cardstock, brown craft-looking paper, whatever you like! I hope you enjoy this fun free printable for the Artfully Simple Infinity Scarf, and have a fantastic holiday!
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vanessa
These are great! I'm made 4 for my son's daycare workers and thought they needed something like this to go with them. Thank you for your great patterns!! I love them all!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Vanessa!
Joan C Dunn
I love this idea. I have made two of these for gifts, but have already gifted them. This scarf is so beautiful. One I did in camouflage and it is so neat. I will certainly print out the roll up paper next time I make one for a gift.
Pam Dowd
I made a couple of these last year and have more for this year. I like your wrap idea thanks!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you Pam!
tess
Thank you so much for this! I have made about 5 pieces, gifted one and was told it was gorgeous!!!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you Tess!
Kathy Balda
LOVE this idea!!! I made 6 of these for gifts and need to ship some (yeah, I'm late...lol). This makes such a nice, compact package!!! I also have to say I recently found your blog and I LOVE IT!!! SOOOO many wonderful patterns and info. I've told everyone I know that crochets about it. Thank you soooo much for sharing all your knowledge, ideas, and beautiful free patterns. Happy Holiday to you and yours!!!!!
Tamara Kelly
<3 Thank you so much Kathy!! I really appreciate that! 😀
Olga
Thank you so much what a great idea. Gifting a ASIF to my Hairdresser and this is perfect. Love, love the scarf have made several in different lengths and each looks great.
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Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Olga!
Jade
THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! You have saved me so much time on teacher's gifts for the five kiddos.
Louise Janelle
I've made 7-8 versions of this versatile scarf and your lovely wrapper finished off my handmade gifts beautifully!
Tamara Kelly
Oh I'm so glad to hear it! 😀 Thank you Louise!
cary
I'm giving one of these scarves to each member of my teaching team. So, teachers even love to make them for each other. I would love getting one of these scarves as a teacher gift!!!
Tamara Kelly
😀 That's fab to hear Cary, thank you!
Jackie Reini
I LOVE this cute wrapper....I make so many of these beautiful scarves in all kinds of yarn, and now with this wrapper....it's the perfect finishing touch for gift-giving!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Jackie!
Linda Ofarrell
Only just discovered Moogly. I made 1 scarf for myself and 3 for gifts. I really hope the recipients love it as much as I do. Thank you xxx looking forward to following you in the New Year
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Linda!
Angela
I made 6 of these for gifts and this packaging just put the gifts over the top. Such a great finish to a beautiful scarf. This is one of my favorite things to make right now!! Thank you!!
Tamara Kelly
😀 That's awesome, thank you Angela!
Jane
I noticed you mentioned wet blocking your scarves, could you explain that process? I have never done that . Thank you.
Tamara Kelly
Hi Jane! I have a post about it here - it refers to squares, but the process is the same! Wet Blocking Tutorial
Pat Burckhardt
What a great idea. Not only is it a wrap for a gift, but it also shows the way it may be worn. Maybe a suggestion: add washing or cleaning instructions to the label also.
Tamara Kelly
That is a great idea Pat! It would need to be added individually though, since people use a variety of yarns. 🙂
Becky
I absolutely loved this pattern! It was so easy and it turned out so beautiful! I made it for a friend that had major surgery and she loved it! Thank you for posting this.
Tamara Kelly
Thank you so much Becky, I hope she's feeling better!
leslie
Dear Tamara,
Just wanted to thank you for sharing yor lovely designs and for the tutorials. I frequently have a difficult time understanding pattern instructions and, as of yet, I cannot read crochet diagrams, but your instructions are so clear and detailed that even someone who is crochet pattern challenged (yes thats right CPC) such as myself can crochet lovely pieces.
Thank you again and I cant wait to finish my artfully simple infinity scarf ! 3 row down 17 more to go!!!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Leslie! I really appreciate you saying so!!
Trish Stevens
What a great idea! Thank you so much! Could you do one for the Artfully Simple Angled Scarf as well, pretty please?
Tamara Kelly
It's now on my to-do list, thank you Trish!
SARAH
Hey Tamera! Have you thought about dropping this same thing with this year's hit, Fortunes Shawlette/Wrap?
Tamara Kelly
I have it on my to do list to get done before the holidays! 😀
Heddi Craft
Thank you! I am maing these foa local charity to sell and I was thinking that I needed to include some wearing advice. And here you have it all in a lovely tag.
Tamara Kelly
🙂 I'm so glad you like them! Thank you!
Kathleen
I LOVE the color of the scarf in the photo showing how to fold the scarf up. Can you please let me know the yarn used and color?
Many thanks, Kate
Tamara Kelly
Thank you Kate! It's Lion Brand Superwash Merino in Wild Berry. 🙂
Kathleen
Thank you!!! BTW - I entered my email to be added to your newsletter and have not yet received the email with the link I need to complete.
Tamara Kelly
Thanks Kathleen! Be sure to check your spam folder - and if it is there, add tkelly75@gmail.com to your contact list so the newsletter doesn't end up there as well!
Kathleen
I have tried to find the Lion Brand Superwash Merino - doesn't look like they make it in varigated colors......
Kathleen
Sorry!!! - they DO still make it, but that is not the yarn I was looking for. It's the varigated blues, teals taupes, etc. in the photo you used for folding the infinity scarf gift wrappers (has 1, 2 3 indicated on the photo).
Tamara Kelly
Oh! I'm sorry! That was Red Heart Unforgettable, I don't have the color names anymore though I'm afraid.
Kathleen
I guess they must not make it anymore. None of the colors shown on Red Heart's site match those lovely colors. Thanks again - and yes, your initial email was in my SPAM folder.
Lori
THIS......IS.......GENIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and incredibly kind of you to share it for free. Thank you.
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you so much Lori!
Kelly
This is fabulous! I have made dozens of these scarves for bazaars and gifts and just found this label. Got a couple more going out as a gift exchange and this is perfect! I might have to adapt the idea for other gifts (washclothes, boot topper, fingerless gloves, etc.) Some people are SO brilliant! Thanks!
Tamara Kelly
😀 Thank you Kelly!
Eleanor cripps
Thank you. I'll making this one now.