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Little Treasures
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12-Pocket Colored Pencil Roll

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Fabric Luggage Tags

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Magical Card Case and Mini -wallet

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Winter Journal Covers

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pencil roll made with vibrant fabrics to coordinate with colored pencils. Youll also find UK artist Lucie Summers mixed-media and printmaking approach to stitching with her beautiful winter journal coversthe perfect gift for the writer in your family. And as we prepare for the hustle and bustle of holiday travel, what better way to personalize your luggage than with a quilted luggage tag? Our own managing editor, Helen Gregory, shares her pattern that will make your luggage stand out at the baggage claim. And lastly, want to impress your business associates (or fellow quilters)? Normajean Brevik has cleverly engineered a card case and mini wallet that dispenses a business card with the slight tug of a ribbon. Have fun stitching!

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As we head into winter (and the holiday season), who doesnt want an excuse to hole up in their sewing room and stitch? In this e-Book, some of our favorite fiber artists present five artful and quilted projectsperfect gifts for friends or for yourselfthat can be whipped up in an afternoon. First, Carol Fletcher shares her Little Treasures pattern for creating an embellished and colorful fabric container to house a small gift. A word of warning: they are addictive! Do you have an artist in your family and want to use up some of those colorful fabric scraps? Check out Kathy Macks pattern for an adorable

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treasures
By

C Arol F letCher

The design of this box is simple but pleasing and offers a great canvas to use when trying new embellishment ideas. After making one, you will find that it is difficult to stop. So pull out your sparkly fabric, metallic paints, and Swarovski crystals and let the fun begin!

ehe beautiful temples of Thailand inspired these little treasure chests. In the midst of modern buildings or out in the countryside, it is not uncommon to see the temples glittering spires. They are intricately carved and encrusted with gold leaf. Jewel-colored mosaics add sparkle to many of the surfaces.
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1. Select 2 fabrics, 1 for the outside

of your box and 1 for the lining, and cut an 8" 8" square of each. You can use fabrics that you have q u i lt i n g a R t s . c o m
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Pellon interfacing (50 wt.) Fusible web such as
WonderUnder or stitch Witchery

two 8" 8" squares of fabric,

one for the outside of the box and one for the lining

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Freezer paper teflon ironing sheet or

parchment paper

Black, fine-point marker small, sharp scissors 18mm rotary cutter Foam paintbrush Fabric paint Metallic threads, fancy bobbin
threads

sewing machine sewers aid (this is a liquid that,

when applied sparingly to thread, makes your machine sewing smoother and your hand sewing easier.)

altered with paint or dye, or select commercial fabrics.

2. Cut two 8" 8" squares of fusible

web and one 8" 8" piece of Pellon.

3. Make a sandwich of the 5 pieces:

to protect your iron. Following the directions for the fusible web, iron your fabric sandwich until all layers adhere. You will probably need to press one side and then flip the fabric sandwich over and press the other side.
5. Trace the pattern of the box onto the

embellishments (braids,
swarovski crystals, piping, sequins, beads, etc.)

Heat-setting tool for the crystals Fray check

7. Sew close to all of the raw edges,

first, put down the lining fabric, wrong-side up, then add a piece of fusible web, then the Pellon, another piece of fusible web, and finally the fabric for the outside of your box, right-side up.
4. Place a piece of parchment paper

dull side of the freezer paper and cut it out.

6. Iron the freezer paper pattern (shiny

or a Teflon sheet on your ironing board to protect it from the fusible web, put the fabric sandwich on top of it, and place another sheet of parchment on top of the sandwich

side down) onto the fabric sandwich and cut out your box. Cut carefully this step will make the difference between an elegant piece of art and a misshapen little box. (I used an 18mm rotary cutter to cut the sides of each slit and embroidery scissors to cut the ends of the slits.)

including the slits. (I found that a straight stitch caused less fraying than a zigzag stitch.) Put Fray Check on the raw edges of the knobs at the top of the box because they get a lot of use and tend to fray.
8. If desired, use a foam brush to

paint the edges of the box with fabric paint to cover any white from the Pellon or fusible web that may show. Using a metallic q u i lt i n g a R t s . c o m
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bronze, gold, or copper acrylic paint will give your box a gilded look.
9. embellish, as desired. Create

If you buy fusible Pellon, you only

need to add the fusible web to the side without it.

reSOUrCeS
BeADs AnD ChArMs

The freezer paper pattern can be used

several times if you remove it carefully from the fabric after each use. When deciding where to apply crystals, take note of the areas of the box that are covered when it is closed and do not put crystals in these areas.

designs and interest with piping, bobbin work, Swarovski crystals, beads, braid, sequins, glitter paint, and more. remember that whatever you sew on the front will show up on the lining.
10. To construct the box, pull the

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sparkle, paint it with Finishing Gold or Silver glitter paint by Pebeo. Be sure to heat set the paints you use, following the manufacturers instructions.

2 swirl-shaped petals together. Holding them with one hand, bring one of the petals with a slit up and over the top of the swirl petals. Last, bring the other slit petal up and over the other three petals.

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This would be an excellent

opportunity to try out those fancy stitches on your machine.

available at Jo-ann Fabrics and

other sewing supply stores

tips To lessen thread breakage, squeeze

one or two stripes of Sewers Aid across your spool of thread. (Always check your sewing machine manual before using any new product.)

BeJeWeler heAt- setting tool AnD sWAroVski CrystAls

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wrapped roll ready & 12-pocket colored pencil

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By

k Athy M ACk

ehe inspiration for this design came from watching my oldest daughters never-ending hunt for a full set of colored pencils. I combined my love of colorful patchwork with the basic need for better storage. The quilting on this piece is not only a decorative element; it also serves an important functionit forms the pockets and gives structure to the roll. The surprise is how much fun it is to select fabric prints to match each pencil. The colored pencil roll makes a perfect gift for a special young friend. Youll also want to make one for yourself as a festive container for toting art supplies on the go.

Sun Dance 28" 26"

Directions
the pAtchwork
1. Select fabric for the first and last

pockets. Cut these strips 2" x 11".

2. Cut ten 112" x 11" strips and arrange

the colors in an eye-pleasing order.

3. Chain piece the strips together using a

4" seam allowance. Join A to B, C to D, and so on. Press seams in the same direction. Sew AB to CD, EF to GH, IJ to KL. Repeat piecing and pressing in this manner until all 12 strips are joined.
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tip: its easy to get the order confused when piecing the strips. Mark the first and last strips with a pin to stay organized. Place each combination in the correct order on your work surface before sewing the next round. 4. Press and square up the patchwork

to avoid catching the free end of the ribbon in the seam.

3. After turning the final corner, stop

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Finished size: 9" x 12 12"

12 different colored cotton fabric

strips (at least 2" x 11") to match each pencil

stitching 4" before the end to leave an opening for turning.

4. Clip all corners and turn right-side

10" x 13 12" piece of

decorator-weight cotton or linen for exterior

to measure 10" x 13 2". If your patchwork measures smaller, trim other components to match.

out. Be sure to push out the corners; use a turning tool, if necessary.
5. Press and slipstitch the opening closed.

10" x 13 12" piece of neutral

flannel for batting

the pocket
1. Center and iron the interfacing to

creAte pencil pockets

A single, continuous line of stitching forms the individual pencil pockets. A walking foot is recommended.
tip: if you wish, mark the stitching lines on the pocket with chalk, using the patchwork seams as a guide. 1. With the interior side up, begin

4 34" x 13 12" piece of

coordinating linen or cotton for pocket

the wrong side of the cotton pocket fabric. With right sides together, sew the pocket to the pocket lining along the top edge only, using a 12" seam allowance.
2. Press the seam open, turn right side

4 34" x 13 12" piece of cotton for

pocket lining

3 34" x 12 12" piece of

medium-weight fusible interfacing for pocket

out, and press flat. Topstitch 14" from the top edge.

the tie
1. Lay ribbon on the right side of

your exterior fabric.

2. Center one end of the ribbon even

stitching at the bottom left edge of the roll, 14" from the side edge. Stop 1 4" from the top edge with the needle down.
2. Lift the presser foot, turn the pencil

12 yard narrow ribbon for tie 1 very groovy button 12 colored pencils Fray check or clear nail polish

finishing
1. Sew a button to the exterior of the

with the outside edge.

3. Attach the ribbon by stitching

roll 90, and stitch to the first pieced seam line.

3. Repeat turn and continue stitching

roll on the same side as the ribbon.

2. Embellish the ribbon end with beads,

using a square knot to secure.

3. Trim the ribbon end on a slant and

back and forth 14" from the edge. The free end of the ribbon will lie toward the opposite edge of the exterior fabric.

down the seam line (in the ditch) onto the pocket, stopping 14" from the bottom edge.
4. Repeat turning and stitching until all

treat the cut edge with Fray Check or clear nail polish.
4. Wrap the ribbon around the

roll Assembly
1. Layer the pieces in the following

12 pockets are formed.

5. End the stitching at the upper

button to secure. .

order: flannel batting, right-side up; pieced patchwork, right-side up; pocket, right-side up, and exterior fabric, wrong-side up.
2. Pin the outside edges all around.

right-hand corner of the pencil roll.

Using a 12" seam allowance, begin stitching just above the pocket on the right-hand side (the tie should be on the left-hand side). Be sure

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By

l uCie s uMMers

original, printed fabrics. I first started making these, using diaries, as Christmas gifts a few years ago. They were a huge success and greatly appreciated by the recipients. Since then, Ive refined the design to make it simpler to put together. These journals would

ehese covered journals are really easy and fun to make and look terrific using

journal

winter

be particularly suitable as holiday gifts, especially for artistic friends, or as diaries for those without a creative streak. Although these journals have a holiday feel, they make lovely presents for lots of occasions. Other possibilities include covering small photograph albums for a babys first Christmas, or applying different stamps and inspiration for a couple celebrating their wedding.

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Directions
to mAke the journAl cover
1. Open the book and center it on

random grid over the cover. You can, of course, quilt any design you wish.
5. Trim the excess fabric around the

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a plain sketchbook or notebook
with good-quality paper, no larger than 8" 8" (i use a brand called seawhite.)

the pre-cut piece of felt. (Allow an extra 3" on either end and 18" on the top and bottom.) Mark the book flaps by tracing along the edges of the book. Transfer these markings onto the other side of the felt. This will be your guide for folding the book flaps.
2. Arrange your fabrics and/or Color

edges down to around 12". On the 2 short sides a straight blade is fine, but on the longer sides use pinking shears or a rotary cutter with a wavy blade. This is just to make it look nice on the inside of the cover.
6. Turn over the edges of the 2 short

Pieces of winter-inspired fabrics

(commercial or hand-dyed), at least 1" longer than your book and 4"5" wide

sides and iron. Pin in place and stitch down, using a 14" seam.
7. Turn over the edges of the 2 long

34 used shout color catcher

sheets (see page 10)

a piece of fine felt, 6" longer than

the width (including the spine) and 1 4" longer than the height of your book

Catchers over the felt. You can cut the pieces down to make more of a patchwork effect or leave the pieces wholethis is what I tend to do. Slightly overlap the fabrics so the felt doesnt show. It is a good idea to keep folding the piece of felt in half just to see what the front will look like when the piece is wrapped around the book; this way it can be easily changed if something doesnt work. The fabrics should extend at least 1" beyond the outer edges, all the way around. When you are happy with the arrangement, glue the fabrics in place.
3. Using a walking foot on your

sides and iron. Use a glue stick to keep the edge down, not pins. If you want to have a ribbon bookmark, pin this exactly in the middle of the top edgemake sure that this is in the middle of the spine.
8. Fold over the flaps and pin very close

sewing machine with a walking foot thread in several colors to match

your fabrics

spray glue or fusible glue a pair of pinking shears or a wavy

blade rotary cutter

to the edge. Check that the cover fits the book. This rarely fits the first time around and it will probably need a bit of adjustment. The trick is to get it to fit snugly, but not too tightly. remember to keep checking that the flaps are still equal widths.
9. Stitch as close as you can to the

strong textile glue (i use waterproof

Pva wood glue.)

embellishments such as beads,

sequins, shaped paper punches, brass paper fasteners, brads, eyelets, scraps of interesting paper, ribbons, lace, embossing pads and powder, paper tags, scraps of leather

machine, zigzag over the raw edges. Use a thread that blends nicely with your fabrics, and remember, if you dont want your stitches to show on the back of the cover, match your thread to the color of the felt.
4. Change the thread color and

folded edge (a touch less than 18"), and stitch slowly. There is quite a lot of bulk to stitch through, but be patient and it will go together with no problems at all. Check that the book fits correctly.
10. Tie the loose threads at each corner

Winter or holiday-inspired focal

point stamps

23 general background stamps,

such as spots and dots, stripes, and diamonds

acrylic craft paint in a number of

colors, metallic and non-metallic

and stitch to secure.

11. Take out the book and embellish the

Foam rollers: 2"-wide are perfect for

this project

Optional

quilt with a straight stitch over the entire piece, changing thread colors as you wish. I usually quilt a

cover as you desire. This is where you can really let your imagination go wilduse beads, sequins, glitter glue, and charms to personalize your book cover. remember to

a piece of thin ribbon for a

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color

cAtchers

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for embellishment
1. The background stars on the

shout color catcher is a product designed to catch the loose dye in the washing machine while washing your clothes. it comes in small white sheets (around 5" 10") of what i call a paper fiberthey can withstand being wet like fabric, but they rip like paper, and dont fray. My mum began using them some time ago in her washing machine and we both began to get interested in what color they came out asmainly various tones of gray. it was only when she put one in with a new pair of dark denim jeans that we both realized the potential for these gems. the sheet came out a gorgeous shade of blue, just right for a project i was working on. since then, i have been collecting mountains of these sheets and squirreling them away. i discovered that they take dye and paint beautifully (which, of course, is what theyre for) and are perfect for making these journal covers. they can be used straight from the washing machine (but quite often they come out gray from a colored washyou can paint dye over a pale one to give a different base color) or you can decorate them with acrylic paints and fabric dyes. Heavily painted color catchers feel gorgeous, almost like leather or suede. another advantage they have over fabric is that they can be used with paper punches, which look great as embellishments. the following instructions are for decorating color catchers, but you can obviously use fabric instead.

Wintergreen journal were made by using a paper punch to cut shaped pieces of thin leather. I glued them onto the front using strong textile glue. I stitched green star sequins on top of the leather and finished them off by tying on a bronze bead and leaving strands of the green thread on for show.
2. The holly motif on the

pAinting

the fAbric

1. Decide on your color palette. For First Frost, the small, black-and-white journal, i used metallic graphite, silver, white, black, and gray. 2. roll a layer of metallic paint over the fabric or color catcher and either leave it to dry or iron it dry. (if you decide to do this, use a piece of scrap paper or paper towel to protect your iron.) 3. Wash a darker color over the whole piece, leaving some areas of the original color showing. 4. roll on a very fine layer of a pale color. 5. Using silver acrylic and a general background stamp, randomly stamp over the fabric. 6. stamp a more prominent focal point stamp in a stronger, more contrasting color. 7. Do the same to the other color catchers or fabrics, but vary the tones; make one very pale overall with a hint of darker color; make another more medium in tone. try to use similar stamps in all of them, so there is a link between all of the pieces. it is also nice to have one with lots of texture but no stamping, and to mix and match color catchers with other fabrics for your journal (cotton, linen, and silk are great) because it is visually interesting to have contrasts in texture.

black-and-gray First Frost journal was created using a clear embossing pad and black sparkle embossing powder. On fabric, the powder doesnt raise but does give a nice bit of glitz. For a raised effect, do the same thing on a thick watercolor paper and attach by hand stitching through the paper. Add beads or sequins as desired.
3. On the pink Partridge and Pear

journal, I painted the paper tags in bronze acrylic, stamped out a large circle shape, and then placed scraps of sheet music behind the window. I stuck these down with strong textile glue, then attached a small chrome-colored paper fastener through the hole where the string usually goes. I then stitched through the tags for extra security.
4. On the small Ice Blue journal, I

stitch each item down securely: if the book is going to be used frequently, or kept in a handbag,

it needs to be able to stand up to a bit of wear and tear.

added a small tree in white onto a piece of screen-printed linen, naively stitched in white along the top and bottom, and then added small, silver seed beads. I applied a row of bugle beads and finally stitched a row of crosses along the bottom section of plain, blue linen. q u i lt i n g a R t s . c o m
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for book closures

I generally like to leave the book without any aid to keep it closed, like the Wintergreen journal, but I had a lot of fun playing around with these other ideas.
1. The pink Partridge and Pear

or word firmly into the wet surface. Dry, using a heat gun, and rub a little metallic paint into the raised surface. Cut out the initials or word, leaving a border of around 12", and hand stitch into place on the cover. To make your journal even more special, make a label from cardstock or fabric with your name on it and stitch it somewhere on the journal. I use a computer and change the font on every letter, and stitch it in by hand. If it is for a gift, you could write a special message, too. I like to put mine on the front book flap so everyone can see it when the book is opened. to see more of lucies work, visit blu-shed.blogspot.com.

journal closure is simply a piece of 1"-wide organza ribbon, stitched in the middle of the spine and tied at the edges. I think this would be lovely as a gift for a bride or bridesmaid, especially with a photograph album to record the special day. It would be particularly lovely if created using pieces of fabrics from the dresses. Choose a ribbon you can see through so it doesnt spoil any other focal point on the cover.
2. The Ice Blue journal closure was

made using a piece of strong cord. This was threaded through the crease in the book flap, using a large needle, and knotted. On the other end of the cord I tied a small single-hole button. The knot was dabbed with PVA glue and left to dry. I stitched a larger mother-of-pearl button 1" away from the edge of the book and wrapped the cord around the button to close the book. The little button acts as a tab.

nEEd fresh i n s p i r at i o n ?
3. With the black-and-gray First

Frost journal, I used a piece of thin gray ribbon as a closure. A piece was threaded through both book flap creases and the ends knotted. For extra decoration I used 2 small, single-hole buttons, threaded them onto the ribbon, and tied a knot to keep them in place. The ends of the ribbon were sealed with a candle flame and then tied in a bow.

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finishing touch
If you are making a journal for a gift, think about adding the recipients initials or a word (peace or joy would be lovely) by embossing them using puff paint. Spread a little of the puff paint over a piece of fabric or paper, then stamp or write the initials
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faBriC luggage tags w

and what better way than appreciate this token that celebrates your passion for fabric. For added interest, different but coordinating

e all need a way to quickly identify our suitcases as

they arrive at baggage claim, with a colorful fabric luggage tag? Friends and family will

fabrics were used for the front and back, and a third fabric was used for the strap. You can mix-and-match fabrics, use a single fabric, or personalize your luggage tags by using fabrics that youve painted, dyed, and/or printed.

Directions
1. Center 1 stabilizer rectangle on

the wrong side of the Fabric A rectangle.

2. Apply glue along the edges of the

stabilizer rectangle and wrap the edges of the Fabric A rectangle up and over the edges of the stabilizer, as if wrapping a present. Add extra glue as needed to hold the fabric in place.

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3. repeat this process with the

second stabilizer rectangle and the Fabric B rectangle.

4. To make a pocket for the

name/address card, center the clear plastic rectangle on the right side of either the Fabric A or B rectangle. Topstitch close to the edge around 3 sides, leaving 1 short side open.

Note: If you dont want the

stitching on the plastic to show, use monofilament as your top thread. Fabric C strip in half lengthwise; press. Then open the strip and fold each long side in to meet the fold line; press. Topstitch close to the edge along both lengthwise edges.
6. Layer the 2 prepared

5. To prepare the strap, fold the

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(to make one 5 4" 3 2" luggage tag)
1 1

Fabric a for front, cut 1 rectangle

4 12" 6 14" 4 12" 6 14" 2" 14"

Fabric B for back, cut 1 rectangle Fabric c for strap, cut 1 strip Heavyweight stabilizer, cut 2
rectangles 3 12" 514"

rectangles, wrong sides together. Fold the strap in half and tuck the raw ends in between the wrong sides of the rectangles (approximately 38"), centering the strap along 1 of the short sides.
7. Topstitch around all 4 sides,

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for embellishment Personalize your luggage tags by

using hand-dyed fabrics that have been foiled, stamped, or stenciled with your own designs or lettering.

clear plastic vinyl for name/address

pocket, cut 1 rectangle 212" 4" cut 1 rectangle 2" 312"

approximately 18" from the edge, being sure to catch the strap in the seam.
tip: For extra security, stitch back and forth along the seam with the strap. 8. Add any embellishments, as desired. 9. Write the recipients name on 1 side

Before stitching the front and

back together, add monogrammed lettering with hand or machine stitching onto the back fabric.

cardstock for name/address card, Glue stick sewing machine and thread
(monofilament and cotton, or thread of choice)

Add a little whimsy by framing

the tag with short fringe, rickrack, or another trim, sandwiching it between the two sides before stitching them together. helen is the managing editor of Quilting Arts mAgAzine, and can be contacted at hgregory@interweave.com. q u i lt i n g a R t s . c o m
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of the card and add her name and address on the reverse side of the card; insert into the pocket.

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ealways looking for new and clever ways to use my fabrics, embellishments, and trims. This business card case and mini-wallet is not only pretty and easy to make, it delivers your cards with the panache of a magic trick. Originally inspired by a childs antique toy, this card case makes your card rise to the top when you pull an embellished cord or ribbon. The other side conveniently holds your credit card and drivers license. You can make this project in an hour or less, with or without the necklace cording, and then derive endless joy from the looks of surprise you get when you dispense your card as if by magic.

Directions
1. The finished card case

measures 234" 4" and is constructed of 3 finished pieces sandwiched together to form 2 pockets.
2. Cut 3 pieces of Fast-2-Fuse,

234" 4". remember, if you choose to use a product without the fusible built in you will need to apply fusible webbing.
3. Using a Teflon sheet or baking Magical card cases by (top, left to right) Allison Stilwell, Beryl Taylor, and Karen Stiehl Osborn, (at right) Lyric Kinard, Tracy Stilwell, and Wendy Richardson.

parchment to protect your work surface, take 2 Fast-2-Fuse pieces and fuse your outer fabric to 1 side of each piece, following the manufacturers instructions. At this point you will have 1 side of each of these pieces without

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fabric, and 1 other piece of Fast-2-Fuse without any fabric attached. C A

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B When you are finished fusing your fabrics B to the 3 pieces of Fast-2-Fuse, 2 pieces will have outer fabric on 1 side and lining fabric on the other (A and B), and the third piece will have lining fabric on both sides (C).

Inner fabric, wrong-side up

the front and back covers, now would be the best time, before B you fuse the back side to this piece. being sure not to cut the B Fast-2-Fuse.A

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A stitch or a fancy stitch with a close stitch length on your sewing machine. Determine the top of each piece (234" side) and stitch each piece along this edge with the outer fabric A on top. Allow the last stitch to fall slightly off the edge of your piece so A A that the edge is encased in thread.

8. Heres where the magic starts.

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tip: Be sure to test stitch on another piece of fabric first to make sure that the stitches will cover the edge adequately.
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7. Decide what type of opening you

A A

want: a buttonhole, grommet, or B A eyelet hole are all suitable,Ahowever the buttonhole seems to work best if you are using a ribbon, and the grommet if you are using cording. On the front side of your case, measure down approximately 1" from the top, mark it, and then determine the middle of that line for placement reasons. Center your opening on the line and create it.

Take the middle section of your case (piece C) and measure down approximately 1" from the top center. Position your silk ribbon on that mark; let the ribbon hang straight down. Zigzag stitch over theBribbon for approximately 12" down from the top, securing the ribbon firmly. These stitches will not show as they will be inside the holder. through the buttonhole or grommet, before all the pieces are stitched together. Thread it through the back of the opening so that it now hangs out the q u i lt i n g a R t s . c o m
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front. This will create a sling for the cards to rest in. Although it makes for a little awkward stitching in the next step, it is still easier to do this now rather than trying to thread it later.
10. Secure your top and middle

sandwich together with a narrow, basting zigzag stitch, sewing the sides and bottoms only. Next, baste all of the pieces together. Once all of the basting is completed, go back and couch yarn or cording over the raw edges or use a basic satin zigzag stitch to finish them. Take several extra stitches at both top corners as these are what will get the most wear on your case. Trim your yarns.
11. Insert a few cards in the case

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to force the ribbon down so you can determine where you want your embellishments to be on the tail, or pulling end, of the ribbon. Once the length is determined, embellish the cord/ribbon as desired. Knot it and trim the end when you are finished embellishing. Your ribbon or cording acts as a sling that, when pulled, will raise the cards up in the case. To see more of Normajeans work, visit seasew.blogspot.com.

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