If you are looking for a quick, scrap-friendly sewing project that is both adorable and incredibly functional, you have come to the right place! Today, I’m excited to share a step-by-step guide on how to sew this clever pocket pencil case.
The magic of this design is in the zipper—when you open it, the pouch expands wide so you can see all your pens, sewing notions, or makeup at a single glance. No more digging around to find what you need! Plus, those cute outer pockets on both sides are perfect for slipping in small items you need to grab quickly. It’s a fantastic project for beginners and makes a wonderful handmade gift. Let’s get our sewing machines ready and dive in!
The finished measurements of this Pencil Case with Cute Pockets are approximately 8¼″(21㎝) W × 4″(10㎝) H × 2¾″(7㎝) D.
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Seam allowances are 3/8″ unless otherwise specified.
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To make this you will need:
◆ Front panel
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Outer layer
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Lining
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Fusible fleece
◆ Pocket panel
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Outer layer
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Lining
① 8¾″ × 10½″ (22㎝ × 26.5㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
◆ Others
① Zipper_seam allowance excluded 11⅞″(30㎝)
① 4㎝(1⅝″) Wide bias tape 53⅜″(135㎝)
Place the wrong sides of the pocket outer and lining fabrics together and basting around the edges.
Place the right side of the bias tape along the upper and lower curves.
Fold the bias tape twice and sew it in place.
Place the wrong sides of the main outer and lining fabrics together and basting around the edges. Place the right side of the bias tape along the edge and sew, then fold the bias tape twice and stitch it down. Place the pocket fabric on top of the main outer fabric and basting around the edges, excluding the pocket opening.
Place the right side of the zipper against the upper inside of the main fabric and sew.
Place the other right side of the zipper against the lower inside of the main fabric and sew.
Sew both side edges of the folded pouch from the bottom up to 2¾″ only.
Turn it inside out, fold both corners, and sew a length of 2¾″ on both sides.
All done! We hope you enjoy creating your own wonderful piece. 🎁 And be sure to check out the [Sewingtimes YouTube channel] for more creative projects.
