How to Sew a Pencil Case

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut the fabric about 18cm (the LENGTH of your pencil case) by about 15cm (half of the WIDTH of your pencil case).

   If you wish, you can measure half-way and draw a faint line. ,, As you might predict, the zipper is going to be sown in the middle between the two edges touching. ,,,,,,, Decorate it with buttons or some cute embroidery.
   
   To seek more durability, find instructions how to sew a lining for your pencil case.
   
   This is entirely optional, but it keeps the shape of the pencil case while still giving protection to your stationery. ,
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   Step 2: Fold the fabric in half lengthways

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   Step 3: just enough to make a slight crease in the fabric.

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   Step 4: Unfold it.

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   Step 5: Now fold the two sides lengthways to the crease.

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   Step 6: Fold the edges slightly back

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   Step 7: about 1 centimeter (0.4 in)

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   Step 8: to make room for the zipper.

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   Step 9: Sew the WIDTH using a basic running stitch.

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    Step 10: Align the zipper

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    Step 11: FACE DOWN

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    Step 12: in the middle where there is a small gap between the two folded edges.

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    Step 13: Sew it on with a running stitch.Keep the zipper slightly open

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    Step 14: enough to place your finger through.

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    Step 15: Poke your finger in the zip and carefully zip it open.

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    Step 16: Turn out.

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    Step 17: You have your new pencil case!

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    Step 18: Finished.

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