Be Crafty. Mini Crayon Roll Tutorial -...
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Mini Crayon Roll Tutorial
Be Crafty.
Playful yet practical, this Mini Crayon Roll is lots of fun. The elastic
band keeps crayons secure for your little one -- no matter how small
they’ve gotten! And, it’s a simple-sew project for mom.
Instructions $ Dritz® 5/8” fold-over elastic
$ 4-3/4” x 12” fabric (outside)
$ 4-3/4” x 12” fabric (inside)
$ 4-3/4” x 12” iron-on vinyl
sewing machine
ruler
scissors
fabric pen/pencil
straight pins
iron
1. Following the instructions on the package, apply
the vinyl to inside fabric.
2. Pin the elastic along the center of the inside fabric.
$ shopping list
basic tools & supplies
SCHMETZ® machine needle
lets make a seal...
1/4” 3. Starting 1/4” in from the fabric edge, mark every
5/8” - there should be 17 marks.
sew on & sew forth
Dritz® tailor’s marking set fabric pencil
This will protect your fabric from all those pesky
crayon marks!
FYI elastic position
Extend the right end approximately 1/4” over the
fabric edge. The other end will be longer, and will
create the loop that holds the roll closed.
excess elastic for the loop will
be on the left side
Dritz® Clothing Care ironing blanket
Omnigrid® mat, 24WG; 6x12” ruler
Dritz® ultra-fine glasshead pins
5/8”
1/2”
4. Stitch every pencil mark - be sure to backstitch a
few times to make sure it’s really secure.
5. Pin the two fabrics with right-sides together.
6. Stitch together three sides - leave the entire end
with the loop open.
7. Turn it all right-side out.
8. Tuck in the raw fabric ends, and pin the elastic
between the two layers.
step #9 will create 1 more crayon space on each end
9. Add an 1/8” topstitch all the way around.
creates the loop
Tips & Techniques pinning vinyl
To prevent visible pinholes, place your pins parallel
to the fabric edge, and try to keep them within
the 1/4” seam allowance.
Dritz® tomato pin cushion It will be easier to leave the whole end open
(instead of the usual 4-6” opening) b/c the vinyl
coating is less pliable than regular fabric.
Do a backstitch or two over the elastic loop for
a little extra insurance.
Be careful: The vinyl coating shows every stitch
hole if you have to remove it.
sandwich it
10. Fill it up and go!
You’re Done.
Love it!
the elastic band makes it
quick & easy to roll up!
pin direction
stitch vinyl
side down
super compact