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Patchwork Made With Scrap Fabric Pieces

Blanket And Pillows

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Patchwork Made With Scrap Fabric Pieces

Blanket And Pillows

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Creating a patchwork blanket and pillows using scrap fabric pieces is a fantastic way to repurpose materials while expressing your creativity! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Materials Needed:

1. Scrap Fabric: Gather pieces of fabric in various colors and patterns.
2. Batting: For the blanket, you’ll need batting for warmth and structure.
3. Backing Fabric: A solid piece of fabric for the back of the blanket.
4. Sewing Machine and Thread: Choose a thread color that complements your fabrics.
5. Rotary Cutter or Scissors: For cutting fabric pieces.
6. Cutting Mat: To protect your surfaces while cutting.
7. Iron: To press your fabric pieces for neat seams.
8. Pins or Clips: For holding fabric pieces together while sewing.

Steps to Create a Patchwork Blanket:

1. Design Your Layout: Plan how you want your blanket to look. You can create a random design or choose a pattern (like squares or rectangles).
2. Cut Fabric Pieces: Cut your scrap fabric into uniform pieces. Common sizes are 5x5 inches or 6x6 inches, but you can adjust based on your preference.
3. Sew the Fabric Pieces: Begin by sewing the pieces together in rows. Use a 1/4 inch seam allowance for consistent stitching. Press the seams open with an iron.
4. Assemble the Blanket Top: Once you’ve created enough rows, sew them together to form the full top of the blanket.
5. Layer the Quilt: On a flat surface, layer the backing fabric (wrong side up), then the batting, and finally the patchwork top (right side up).
6. Baste the Layers: Use pins or clips to hold the layers together, ensuring they don’t shift while you quilt.
7. Quilt the Layers: Sew through all three layers to secure them. You can do straight lines, a grid pattern, or free-motion quilting for a creative touch.
8. Trim Excess Fabric: Trim any excess batting and backing fabric around the edges.
9. Finish the Edges: Fold the backing fabric over the front edge to create a binding. Sew it down to finish your blanket.

Making Patchwork Pillows:

1. Decide on Pillow Size: Common sizes are 16x16 inches or 18x18 inches.
2. Cut Fabric Pieces for the Front: Similar to the blanket, cut your scrap fabric into squares or strips.
3. Sew the Front Panel: Assemble and sew the patchwork panel for your pillow front.
4. Cut Backing Fabric: Cut a piece of fabric for the pillow back (you might want to use a single solid piece or patchwork as well).
5. Assemble the Pillow: Place the front and back pieces right sides together, sew around the edges leaving a small opening for stuffing.
6. Turn and Stuff: Turn the pillow cover right side out, then stuff it with your chosen fill (polyester stuffing, for instance).
7. Sew the Opening: Hand-stitch or machine-stitch the opening closed.

Tips:

• Experiment with Colors: Don’t be afraid to mix and match different fabrics to achieve a unique look.
• Use a Variety of Textures: Different fabric textures, like cotton, linen, and flannel, can add interest to your project.
• Personalize It: Add embellishments like buttons, embroidery, or appliqué for a personal touch.

Creating a patchwork blanket and pillows can be a fulfilling project that not only redeems scrap fabric but also enhances your living space with unique, handmade items. Enjoy your sewing journey!

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Coin Purse With Velcro

COIN PURSE WITH VELCRO 

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5 Minute Coin Purse - Easy Sewing Tutorial

 

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Sewing Of Coin Purse With Velcro Closure, Half Moon Shape

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Sewing a coin purse with a Velcro closure in a half-moon shape is a fun and manageable project! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make one.

Materials Needed:

• Fabric: Choose your outer fabric and lining (cotton, canvas, or felt work well).
• Velcro strips: One piece for closure.
• Sewing machine (or hand sewing supplies): Needles, thread matching the fabric, pins/clips.
• Scissors or rotary cutter
• Fabric marking tool or chalk
• Optional: Interfacing for extra sturdiness.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Cut Your Fabric:

   • Cut two half-moon shapes from the outer fabric and two from the lining. The size can be around 6 inches wide and 3 inches high, but you can adjust dimensions as desired.
   • If using interfacing, cut it the same size as the outer fabric pieces.

2. Prepare the Velcro:

   • Cut a strip of Velcro about 2-3 inches long. You’ll attach one part to the lining and one part to the outer fabric.

3. Interface (if using):

   • Iron the interfacing onto the wrong side of the outer fabric pieces to give them added structure.

4. Sew the Velcro:

   • Attach one side of the Velcro to the center of one of the outer fabric pieces and the other side to the center of one of the lining pieces. You can sew straight lines or a box pattern for added security.

5. Sew the Purse:

   • Place the two outer fabric pieces right sides together and sew around the curved edge, leaving the straight edge open. Use a 1/4-inch seam allowance.
   • Repeat with the lining pieces, but leave a 2-3 inch gap on the straight edge of the lining for turning the purse later.

6. Trim the Edges:

   • Carefully trim the seam allowance around the curve to reduce bulk, without cutting into the stitches.

7. Turn the Purse:

   • Turn the outer fabric right side out, and push out the seams for a nice shape.
   • Then, turn the lining piece right side out as well.

8. Insert the Outer Fabric:

   • Place the outer fabric inside the lining (right sides together) so that the edges align.

9. Sew the Top Edge:

   • Sew around the top edge (the open edges of the lining and outer fabric).

10. Turn the Purse Right Side Out:

    • Pull the outer fabric through the gap in the lining and align the edges.

11. Finish the Lining:

    • Tuck the lining inside the purse, and sew the gap closed (you can do this by hand for a neat finish).

12. Final Touches:

    • Press your purse and ensure the Velcro aligns properly when closed.

Tips:

• Customize your coin purse with embellishments like embroidery or fabric paint.
• Use contrasting thread for a decorative touch along the seams.

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