Lilo Stitch Eyeglass Case, Portable Travel Zipper Sunglasses Case Glasses Bag Guard Set

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Open out the fabric so you have two long rectangles, and place them on top of each other so the right sides face each other (like you do if you are making a zipper flat bottom bag). And one thing more. It wasn't planned, but boy does it make even better: friends, I've just noticed my phone fits in here, so you can easily use this pattern for eyeglass case to make a cute cell phone wallet too! Pin in place or use sewing clips to prevent shifting, then sew around using a ¼" seam allowance, leaving a hole in the lining for turning. Also, it's good to taper the lining by a quarter of an inch. I'll explain it in a bit: Cut the pattern pieces for the outer casing, the lining and the fusible interfacing – you’ll need one of each. As you’ll see on the eyeglasses case pattern piece one side is side is angled slightly. So you’ll need to cut the lining mirrored. Bring the FRONT pieces together by placing the front pieces with right sides together and sewing along the top (slightly curved) edge. Like before, use a ¼" seam allowance.

If you'll use fusible foam it's good to trim a quarter of an inch around the piece to reduce bulk in the seam allowance. (image #2 above) Don't trim the piece if you use a non-fusible stabilizer. Step 3 - Fuse Stabilizer To Fabric Or you can use my eyeglass case template and transfer the marking so that you know exactly where to stitch.

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Now you are going to take that flat seam and stitch a neat line on the lining side next to the original line you stitch. This is called under-stitching and will prevent fraying, hold the seam in place, also giving the edge a neat finish when turned. If you like this eyeglasses case pattern and tutorial, let me know. And save this post for later, so you’ve got it ready whenever you want to make a lovely eyeglasses case or two: Where Is the Eyeglasses Case Pattern? a loosely rounded flap that closes with a magnetic snap (I will guide you if you haven't installed a magnetic snap yet. Easy, I pinky promise!)

LINING: For the lining try to choose a thin polar fleece, or fabric with a brushed finish. Even a soft cotton will work. This just give some padding to protect the lenses. Make sure the colors for the outer and lining work well together. Place the two casings so the raw edges align with the top edge of the right side of the external panels. Baste in place.You’re nearly there. It just remains to neatly close the opening on the lining seam with your machine or hand stitch it closed using a ladder stitching or a slip stitching STEP 11: Finish the sunglasses case There is a faster way to cut the fabrics for this DIY glasses case. I’d like to cut all three pieces at once so I place the interfacing with the bumpy side up, then place the outer fabric with right side on top and then I place the lining with it’s wrong side up. If you are using a patchwork fabric now is the time to sew your patchwork pieces together (see above). I always start with a larger piece of batting than required in the pattern. Once you have learned how you’ll want to make a few glasses cases, so you have one for the car, one for home, one in your purse, and maybe a couple extra while others are in the wash. You can use gorgeous fabric scraps if you have some suitable pieces stashed. They also make great gifts that you can personalize according to the taste of the recipient. Just imagine, distressed denim for the teens, sophisticated stripes or polka dots for career girls, and paisley designs for the Bohemian types. OR do you want a printable copy of the WHOLE tutorial? Scroll to the bottom of this tutorial for more details! Step 2 - Cut Your Fabric Cutting Directions

Keep building up your fabric pieces, feel free to throw in the odd diagonal line, remove any excess fabric as you go. Keep happily stitching until you have quilted the area required for the pattern pieces. Stitch all the way around the seams you have pinned leaving a 1 ½ to 2-inch gap midway down the long seam for the lining as this is where you will push the fabric through to turn it. If you are using one fabric instead iron your fusible fleece to the wrong side of your main fabric, following the manufacturer’s instructions.What I also love about this diy glasses case is the size. So handy - it's something that will store not just the regular glasses but also your big sunglasses, or even a smartphone! Throw it into your purse and carry anywhere with you! You absolutely NEED to sew one! Scroll down for the link to the pattern for the eyeglass case - and see how to get it for free. Open out your seam and press. It really is worth taking the extra few seconds to press as you go along as it makes such a difference to the finish. I’m really excited to share with you all another 1 hour project which also makes a perfect gift. This Crochet Glasses Case is created using the Even Moss Stitch which is one of my favorite stitches due to the interesting texture it creates.

Open out the pieces and turning both the seam allowances towards the lining side, press flat along that curved edge so it’s nice and crisp. STEP 5: Understitch the liningUsing the printed pattern, cut these pieces from fabric (just mark the darts, don't cut out the darts): Start centrally-ish on your batting, lay a piece of one of your favorite fabrics right sides facing you, place a second piece of fabric, which is the same length, on the top, the wrong side facing you. Stitch through the three layers of fabricwith a 1/4″ seam allowance and straight stitch, thus attaching the fabric to the batting.