DIY: Sew a Pencil Case for Back to School

Back-to-school season is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to add a touch of creativity to your school supplies. Why not make a pencil-shaped pencil case that will stand out in the playground or at the office? This DIY project is both simple and fun, perfect for sewing for yourself or your kids.

In this blog post, we offer a DIY tutorial to create a unique and playful pencil case. Get ready to impress your friends and coworkers with your new colorful creation!

SUPPLIES

  • Cotton
  • Vliesofix
  • Scissors
  • 20 cm zipper

CUTTING OUT

Add a 1 cm seam allowance to all pieces:

  • Colored Tip: 1x
  • Tip: 1x
  • Bottom: 1x
  • Body: 1x

You will find the templates for this DIY in PDF format available for free to download at the end of this article.

INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1

Cut the pattern pieces from the fabric in the color of your choice, adding a 1 cm seam allowance. For the pencil tip, use Vliesofix to fuse a colored piece to the fabric.

STEP 2

Sew the zipper onto the long edges of the rectangular piece.

STEP 3

Pin the straight edges of the pencil tip pieces together and sew 1 cm from the edge.

STEP 4

Pin the straight edges of the pencil tip pieces together and sew 1 cm from the edge.

STEP 5

Pin the circle right side to right side on the other end of the rectangle and sew 1 cm from the edge.

It's finished! 

 And there you have it! You now know how to make this pencil-shaped pencil case that’s both practical and fun, perfect for sending your kids to school or adding a touch of whimsy to your office. This DIY project is also a great way to recycle your fabric scraps!

And if you'd like to access the instructions and template for this DIY in PDF format, or print it out for later use, download it for free by clicking on the button below: