BACK TO SCHOOL Pouch Case (Pencil, Cosmetic, etc)

BACK TO SCHOOL Pouch Case (Pencil, Cosmetic, etc)

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HOW TO MAKE

MATERIALS

Sewing with left over scrap fabrics.

What you will need
1.  8 1/2 x 8 1/2  inches Piece of Fabric  and 8 1/2 × 3 inches Piece of fabric for inner pocket
2.  8 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches Batting
3.  8 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches Lining
4.  2 pieces of sets of velcro
5.  Snaps
6.  Thread,
7. Needles Size 11 and 16
8.  Basic sewing machine

1.  Sew pocket piece to lining with right sides together.  Turn and top stitch on top and bottom ( turn bottom side up to top stitch.
2.  Sew pocket to lining.
3.  Pin batting to main fabric (quilt accordingly throughout as desired).  I used stitch design of my sewing machine Singer number 16.

4.  With right sides together, stitch around the circumference with leaving about a 2 inch gap for turning inside out.  Press and work corners.

5  Fold in half and stitch very close to the edge on both sides.  This is were the needle 16 will help an the feed dog too in dropping it, because of the thickness.   Optional.  You can top stitch the top of front and back.

6.  Position snaps and velcro for closure.

7.  A back to school pouch or case that can be used for a variety of things like pencil case, cosmetics and so on....

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✂️ BACK TO SCHOOL Pouch Case (Pencil, Cosmetic, etc) Sewing Project

Nothing says back to school (or back to routines!) like a fresh handmade pouch! A simple zippered pouch is one of the most useful little sewing projects—you can use it as a pencil case, a makeup pouch, or even for sewing notions.

🧵 What You’ll Need:

• Cotton fabric (outer + lining)

• Fusible interfacing (optional, for structure)

• 1 zipper (7–9 inches depending on pouch size)

• Matching thread

• Sewing machine, scissors/rotary cutter, pins or clips

• Measuring tape

✨ Cutting Measurements:

• Outer fabric: 2 pieces, 9” × 5”

• Lining fabric: 2 pieces, 9” × 5”

• Interfacing: 2 pieces, 9” × 5” (if using)

Tip: Adjust the size for larger pouches!

🪡 Sewing Instructions:

1. Prepare pieces: Fuse interfacing to the outer fabric if desired.

2. Attach zipper:

   • Place one outer fabric piece right side up.

   • Lay zipper face down on top edge.

   • Place lining fabric right side down on top of zipper (like a sandwich).

   • Stitch with zipper foot.

   • Flip and press.

   • Repeat with the other side.

3. Topstitch along zipper edges for a neat finish.

4. Sew pouch sides:

   • Open zipper halfway.

   • Place outer fabrics right sides together, and lining fabrics right sides together.

   • Sew around edges, leaving a 2–3” gap in the bottom of the lining.

5. Box corners (optional): To make the pouch stand up, pinch corners and sew across about 1” from tip.

6. Turn right side out through the lining gap.

7. Stitch the lining gap closed and push lining inside.

🎀 Personalize It!

• Add a little fabric tab on the zipper end.

• Mix and match fun fabrics (florals, polka dots, solids).

• Embellish with lace, appliqué, or embroidery.

✅ Perfect For:

• Back to school pencil cases ✏️

• Makeup or cosmetic pouches 💄

• Sewing kit or small craft supplies ✂️

• Gift-giving 🎁

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THIS IS A BLOG WITH SOME SEWING, QUILTING, CRAFTING, NEEDLEWORK, APPLIQUE, EMBROIDERY ETC.

THIS IS A BLOG WITH SOME

 SEWING, QUILTING, CRAFTING,

 NEEDLEWORK, APPLIQUE,

 EMBROIDERY  ETC. 

My intentions are to be as informative as possible.  To produce sewing in many capacities as my hobby with the intent of being a blogger, an affiliate and earn commissions by monetizing this blog.   This blog is shared on platforms like Tiktok, Facebook, Pinterest, X - Twitter, Instagram, etc. 

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