The Mint Needle

I thought I'd finally post this cute project that I uploaded to our computer, but never got around to uploading  to the blog. No joke, I made this sunglass case months ago! It's handy location is what makes this project so share-worthy. Here's the story. I have a tendency to misplace lots of items. Sunglasses being one of them. And I loathe driving when it's really bright outside, especially now, when the sunlight hits the snow. This handy case was created for my car visor to make sure my sunglasses stay put and don't get scratched. This is what you'll need to make this darling little case: 2 fabrics  4 x 7 2 fusible interfacings 4x7 1 fusible interfacing 3x4 1 sticky velcro set (or sew-on) 2 fabrics 3x4  1 coordinatining fabric 4 x 13.5 (for lining) & elastic In this project your basically creating 2 large rectangles, sewing them together, & folding them to shape. Start by measuring your car visor. Mine measured ...

A fast pattern ~ promising a perfect fit & length was lacking something to make it unique. What could be better than adding a single pocket lined in black trim? So, I did it and here's how!   Once your fabric is cut, label your pieces if the shapes are too similar. For this skirt, it would be very easy to confuse the front for the back.   Cut the shape of a trapezoid out. Mine measured 7.5" by 5.5" at the base and worked outwards. (The wider the top, the more gathers you will have.)   Should you want 2 pockets on your bum instead? Make them smaller! Decrease measurements at least 2 inches:)   Serge or finish all sides with your zig zag stitch. At the widest part, make one row of a gathering stitch. You can do this with a straight stitch or zig zag, but your length has to be on the longest setting.     Pull together and tie the ends when you get the desired pocket shape.   ...