I Sew For Fun Project Tutorial: Art Caddy

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

I Sew For Fun Project Tutorial: Art Caddy

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I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

Do you have a fat quarter pack of fun fabrics and an a few hours to spend with your little sewing partner? If your answer is “YES,” then we have an artistic sewing project for you. Stitch an Art Caddy made up of rectangles, ribbon and hair accessories with this FREE! I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Tutorial by Nancy Zieman.

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Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial

Approximate Finished Size: 13″ X 20″

 

Supplies Needed:

  • Five coordinating fabrics at least 14″ x 21″ each.
  • 1/2 yd. 1″ grosgrain ribbon
  • One 1-1/2″ decorative button
  • One ponytail elastic
  • One elastic hairband

Art 1

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Instructions:

Please read all instructions before beginning. Use the width of the presser foot as the depth of the seam allowances.

1. Cut and label fabrics:

  • Cut two 14″ x 21″ rectangles for caddy outer panel and lining.
  • Cut two 12″ x 14″ rectangles for large pockets.
  • Cut one 6″ x 14″ rectangle for divided pocket.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

2. Prepare and position pockets:

  • Fold each pocket piece in half, wrong sides together, aligning 14″ edges. Press.
  • Make dividers for crayon pocket:
  • Layer 3″ x 14″ pocket on top of one 6″ x 14″ large pocket on a flat work surface, aligning cut edges.
  • Mark; then stitch dividers 2″ apart on short pocket. Reinforce stitching at top edges of pockets.

 

Art 2

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  • Position pockets on caddy lining:
  • Fold lining fabric in half, aligning 14″ edges. Press-mark center fold of lining fabric.
  • Unfold lining and layer it on top of the fleece batting, aligning cut edges.
  • Place large pocket on the caddy lining, matching long cut edges with press-marked center of lining; pin to secure all layers.
  • Place crayon pocket on caddy lining with divided pocket facing up, matching long cut edge with pin-marked center of lining; pin.

 

                                    I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

 

  • Baste layers together, stitching and guiding presser foot along each side of the caddy, starting at the top of one pocket and ending at the top of the opposite pocket.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

  • Add the ribbon center:
  • Pin grosgrain ribbon across the center of caddy lining, covering cut edges of the pockets.

                                          I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

  • Edgestitch along both long edges of the ribbon, stitching through all layers.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

3. Prepare and attach handles:

  • Fold top edges of the caddy in half; place a pin at each center fold mark.
  • Measure and mark 2″ from each side of the center marks.
  • Align cut edges of band at the 2″ marks; pin or use Wonder Clips to secure.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

  • Stitch across elastic ends.

Note From Team NancyHairband elastic is perfect for this project because it is sturdy and colorful. Plus, it is easy to find.

 

4. Prepare and attach button loop:

Note From Team Nancy Ponytail elastic works great for this large button loop. It is sturdy, like the hairband elastic, but smaller, so there is hardly any waste.  Again, it comes in lots of colors!

 

  • Cut metal from the elastic ponytail holder.
  • Make a loop of the elastic.
  • Align cut edges at one center mark; pin.
  • Stitch across elastic ends

 

5. Stitch the caddy:

  • Place the caddy outer panel on top of caddy lining, right sides together, matching cut edges.
  • Stitch all four sides, guiding presser foot along the edges, leaving a 4″ opening on one long edge. Pivot at each of the corners.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

 

  • Clip corners.

 

6. Complete the caddy:

  • Turn caddy right side out through opening in side seam. Push out corners with Point 2 Point turning tool.

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

  • Turn under the seam allowance in the 4″ opening and secure with pins or Wonder Clips.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

 

  • Center and stitch a button between the handle opposite loop closure.

 

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

I Sew For Fun Art Caddy Sewing Tutorial at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog

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18 Comments

  • Carrie
    August 3, 2019

    My granddaughter loves making rag quilts when she sees with me. Can’t wait to see where her sewing will go!

  • Joyce
    August 3, 2019

    The Art Caddy is a perfect project, and so useful.

  • Nancy
    August 3, 2019

    My great niece wants to make a quilt during next summer’s visit.

  • Ennis A Weeks
    August 3, 2019

    My grandaughter loves to draw and color. So this art caddy would be perfect for her. Currently, we’re in to finger puppets and decorative bed pillows!!! She loves to look at my fabric stash and all the notions!!!!

  • Dixie
    August 3, 2019

    I would like to make the art caddy with my granddaughter.

  • Clovis
    August 3, 2019

    An Art Caddy would be good for adult/child to use.

  • Therese Bocchino
    August 3, 2019

    What a cute project! Who couldn’t use one of these. I have 3 small grandchildren 6, 4 & 2, so I guess I am making 3 of them! What fun to pick out fabric with them-all individual tastes.

  • Anne Z
    August 3, 2019

    I love the art caddy, esp. because it travels easily.

  • Barb K
    August 3, 2019

    My Granddaughter started a small quilt of squares when she last sewed with me–We may be able to work on it again in a few days!

  • L H
    August 3, 2019

    Love it. So cool.

  • Chris
    August 3, 2019

    Our 13 year old neighbor has been working so hard this summer taking an AP Spanish class, which concludes next week. Yesterday, I told her I’d be happy to teach her how to sew something fun as a reward for her hard work. She LOVED the idea! I think she might choose to make a purse or perhaps some fun pillowcases for her and her 3 sisters.

  • Gail Beam
    August 3, 2019

    A body pillowcase for her body pillow.

  • Karen King
    August 4, 2019

    This art caddy sounds easy and will provide lots of fun, without an ipad!

  • Carolyn T
    August 4, 2019

    We have everything we need for an Art Caddy! I especially love the lesson of having supplies stored together for quick 10-20-30 minute projects!

  • Diane Putzer
    August 4, 2019

    Pillowcases are always fun!

  • Susan
    August 5, 2019

    My grandaughter loves homemade pillowcases that match blankets that I have made. She shows me designs for applique and get down to business! The booklet sounds like it has great ideas for little sewers!

  • Lee Ann B
    August 28, 2019

    My granddaughter is a budding artist taking Art lessons from her neighbor. I would love to make her this to hold her supplies.

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