Here's what you need:
Two fat quarters (or similar sized pieces of fabric)
Scissors
Fusible interfacing
Ruler
Sewing machine
Pins
I used all the electronics I was planning on storing as a size guideline. I cut a 12" by 12" square in each fabric.
Iron interfacing to the back of both fabrics according to directions. Heavier interfacing works best, but I used what I had and it was still pretty sturdy.
Sew around all sides with fabrics right sides together. Leave a 2"-3" opening for turning.
Clip corners & turn.
Top stitch all the way around. This adds a decorative touch and closes the opening at the same time.
Now, to make it a box. Grab each corner and fold each side on itself so that it forms a triangular point & pin. Repeat for all the corners.
To sew the corners, I sewed from bottom to top. Backstitch a few times for stability. Repeat for all corners, trim threads, & marvel at your creation!
I'm going to expirement with sturdier interfacing for sure. Love these boxes!
Cute! I wonder if fabric stiffner would work too!
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What a lovely blog you have here! And what a fun tutorial! Love the fabric you chose for your box!
ReplyDeleteVery useful. And simple. I think I would actually try that.
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Love this! Definitely adding to my to-make list!
ReplyDeleteI love this! As a novice sewer, it seems really doable, yet looks so nice! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLove this, what a great idea. I've seen very expensive versions made out of leather but I'd love to make my own!
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