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    What type of cloth do I use to make a bandana?
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    You can use nearly any cloth to make your bandana, though you should prioritize fabrics that will be comfortable against your skin. Cotton muslin is an affordable, comfortable option to consider.
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    What is the standard size of a bandana?
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    A standard bandana is 22 inches square, or 56 by 56 centimeters. Keep in mind that when you are sewing the bandana, you'll have to cut the fabric larger in order to hem it.
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    I am wanting to make one for my dog, so how do I make this more proportional for a Yorkie?
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    Measure around your Yorkie's neck and go from those measurements instead of your own.
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    How does a pirate wear a bandana?
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    Fold the bandana in half diagonally to make a triangle, then place it on your head with the folded part against your forehead. Tie the ends into a knot at your nape, then tuck the pointy end of the triangle under the know. For more detail, read How to Wear Bandanas .
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    How can I make a bandana scarf bigger without losing the square?
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    You can make the measurements as big as you want as long as all the sides are the same. For example, 20cm x 20cm would be a square as would 48cm x 48cm.
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    What's a bandana and what is it used for?
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    Bandana's are basically handkerchiefs and they are folded and wrapped somewhere around your body such as your arm or your head as a fashion accessory.
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    How do you tie a bandana around your head?
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    Fold a bandana in half diagonally to make a triangle. Next, fold bottom of the triangle towards the top to make a thin strip. Wrap the strip around your head, then tie the ends into a knot. For more ideas, check out: How to Wear Bandanas .
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    How do I make a medical mask out of a bandana?
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    Fold the bandana in half. Fold the coffee filter in half and place in the centre of the folded bandana. Fold the bottom third of the bandana up, then fold the top third of the bandana down. Loop one hair tie around each end of the folded fabric.
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