ZIPPERED MINI COSMETIC BAG
How to add a sleeve to your quilt back
There are several ways to add a sleeve to your quilt back. Here are a couple:
https://jacquelynnesteves.com/how-to-make-a-hanging-sleeve-for-a-quilt/
To make a quilt sleeve, cut a strip of fabric 8 1/2 inches wide by the width of your quilt, fold under the short ends twice and stitch a hem, then fold the strip in half lengthwise with wrong sides together and sew the long raw edges to create a tube. Center this tube on the back of the quilt about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch from the top binding and hand-stitch it along the top edge, leaving a small pleat at the bottom to allow for a hanging rod. Finally, hand-stitch the bottom edge and both short sides of the sleeve to the quilt.
Vinyl Project bag
Vinyl project bag continued
VINYL PROJECT BAG
16 X 18 FINISHED
SUPPLIES:
1 YD Exterior Fabric
½ YD OR 1 FQ Lining fabric
Matching thread
Stabilizer*
14-16 gauge Vinyl *
22-24” zipper
*You don’t need the large square ruler to cut vinyl
CUT:
1 exterior 18 x 20
1 Lining 18 x 20
1 stabilizer 18 x 20
1 square of vinyl 13.5” *keep together and cut with the tissue paper!
6 exterior 2” WOF (Width of fabric) strips ((or can be a third contrasting fabric)
After cutting the vinyl, cut the tissue paper into 1.5’ or so wide strips. You’ll use these to keep the vinyl from sticking to your machine base and / or presser foot!
MACHINE & Misc:
Sewing Machine needles: 90/14 Universal, Jeans or Topstitch.
Bobbins
Regular Zig Zag foot, Open toe foot, WALKING FOOT, zipper foot.
Long 24” ruler
Rotary cutter for fabric
Rotary cutter for vinyl and paper
Pencil or a disappearing marker is helpful
*Vinyl and Stabilizer supplied by the Guild if you’re making this for Crafts quilt show booth!
TEA BAG WALLET
TEA BAG WALLET
This version of the teabag holder features six pockets to carry tea bags in a purse or tote bag. It is made with layers of fabric quilted with thin batting, making it perfect for storing and protecting your favorite beverage. It's so super easy to make.
Supplies:
Exterior Fabric - 5" x 7"
Lining - 5" x 7"
Pockets – 2 pieces of 5” x 7”
Sew in Interfacing - 5" x 7"
Elastic and Button
First, iron the pocket fabric in half, right sides out.
Sew each pocket fabric to the lining, right sides out. Zigzag the bottom edge of the pocket through those layers.
Once both pockets are attached at the bottom, sew them down the sides being careful to keep a 1/8 seam allowance.
Add the elastic half way down the short side. Stitch it in place with several stitches, being careful to keep within the 1/4 inch seam allowance.
Lay out the pocket piece, the batting and the top fabric. Sew around the edge in a 1/4 inch seam. Leave an opening for turning away from the elastic.
Trim corners and batting. Turn, push corners to make good points, and press well.
Sew a narrow seam around the outside edge. This will close the opening from turning.
Once it is pressed, sew a seam around the middle to help with keeping layers together.
Add a button to the front and fill with your favorite tea bags.
Enjoy!
CREDIT CARD WALLET
CREDIT CARD WALLET with RF Blocking
This version of the credit card case features six pockets to carry credit cards in a purse or tote bag. It is made with layers of fabric lined with RF blocking fabric, making it perfect for storing and protecting your cards. It would make a great gift card holder as well.
Supplies:
Exterior Fabric – 4 3/4" x 8"
Lining – 4 3/4" x 8"
Pockets – 3 pieces of 4 3/4” x 8” per side
Sew in Interfacing – 4 3/4" x 8" (optional)
RF ID Blocking fabric – 4 3/4” by 8”
Elastic and Button
First, iron the pocket fabrics in half, right sides out. Starting with the top pocket sew each pocket fabric to the lining, right sides out. Zigzag the bottom edge of the pocket through the layers.
Once the pockets are attached on both sides of the case, sew them down the sides being careful to keep a 1/8 seam allowance.
Add the elastic half way down the short side. Stitch it in place with several stitches, being careful to keep within the 1/4 inch seam allowance.
Lay out the pocket piece, the RF blocking fabric, interfacing (if desired) and the top fabric. Sew around the edge in a 1/4 inch seam. Leave an opening for turning away from the elastic.
Trim corners and interfacing. Turn, push corners to make good points, and press well.
Sew a narrow seam around the outside edge. This will close the opening from turning.
Add a button to the front and fill with your favorite credit cards and know that they are in an RF safe case.
Enjoy!