For me, summer and sewing don't seem to mix. I've got a lot going on in the garden, it's hot in my garage (AKA sewing studio), the little one isn't wearing much clothing anyway ... the list of excuses is a mile long. But there's good news, my anti-sewing attitude led me to a cool + easy craft!
I put together a little tutorial in case you want to make one. Coupled with a sketch book (or these awesome blank books) it makes a very nice gift. I made this one for my favorite seven year old.
No-Sew Colored Pencil Roll Tutorial
Materials:
1/3 yard of wool or wool blend felt
1 yard of leather cord
exacto knife
ruler
disappearing fabric marker or tailors chalk
self healing mat (optional but helpful)
24 colored pencils
* Optional Step 1: Thicken your felt: Wash it in hot water, and put it in the dryer until almost dry, iron.
* Optional Step 2: Download Pencil roll pattern to make the whole thing more clear.
1. Cut your felt into a rectangle 9"x33" (or 26" if you don't want the extra felt that wraps around at the end).
2. Using a ruler mark one row of 24 dashes that are 1/2" long and 1/2" apart starting 3" from the bottom (long side) of your felt and 1" from the edge (9" side). Mark another row of identical dashes 1/2" above the first.
3. Repeat with the top. Using a ruler mark one row of 24 dashes that are 1/2" long and 1/2" apart starting 3" from the top (long edge) of your felt and 1" from the short edge. Mark another row of identical dashes 1/2" below the first.
4. Using an exacto knife, cut along the dashes to create slits where the pencils will slide through.
5. Attach the cord by cutting a small hole 1" in from and halfway up the far edge. Fold the cord in half, tie a loop knot, thread the two loose ends through the hole.
6. Fill your roll with pencils, roll it up, wrap the cord around, tie, and enjoy!
Here's to simple summer crafts - no machine required!
Thanks to Small and Friendly
Original Post can be found here.
