Mini Coloring Tote

Just yesterday I saw a pin on Pinterest for a mini coloring tote (here), that had space for a few crayons on it. Easy to carry around for kids, perfect for on the go. But when I sewed it up, I noticed that it was harder to sew because it was thicker. So, I modified and altered it.

Cut:
(2) 12x4 Straps
(2) 10x8 Body pieces
(2) 8x6 Pocket pieces

Take one body piece and fold down on short edge 1/2", press. Fold down another 1/2" and press again. Repeat for other body piece.

Take one strap and fold in half lengthwise, wrong sides together and press. Open and fold in edges to middle line, press again. Repeat for other strap.

Take one pocket piece and fold in half lengthwise, wrong sides together. Press, and repeat for other piece.

Your pieces should look like this:

Top stitch all your pieces 1/8" from edge of folds on each piece. For straps, top stitch both sides.

Line up top stitched edge of pocket with raw edge of bottom of body piece. Stitch down raw edge of pocket 1/4". Repeat for other body piece and pocket. Press pockets up.

Measure in 2 inches on either side of pocket edge. Measure another inch from this line. Mark. Measure another inch, mark. Repeat making marks until you meet the 2 inch line from other side. There will be 5 lines drawn. Repeat for other pocket piece. Stitch down these lines, making sure to backstitch at the start and stop of each line.

Measure in 2" from sides on top of body pieces. Place strap raw edge against top stitched edge of body piece and pin down. Repeat for other side and other piece. Sew a box around the strap making sure its secure. You can stitch an X in the box if you feel it needs to be more secure.

When this is done, place body pieces right sides together. Pin in each corner so it doesn't shift on you while sewing. Sew together with a 1/4" seam allowance. Clip corners of bag and turn right side out. It should look like this:

Congratulations, you made a mini coloring tote.

Arkathwyn Classic Stocking Pattern

I recently downloaded and set out to make the Arkathwyn Classic Stocking (available here) however, there weren't any sewing directions. So I'm setting out to correct that, so you can make these and not be left scratching your head on how to do it.

 My stockings are being donated to a family that my daughter's Girl Scout Troop adopted.

In this tutorial, I'm using 2 different sets to show you how this is done. The first set will be a red and green stripe and green ornaments, the second set is red with trees and red with a design.

You will use a 1/4" seam allowance on all pieces, and it is included in the pattern.

First you will choose your fabrics and cut out your pieces. You will cut out 4 pieces of the stocking, 2 of the main fabric, 2 of the lining fabric. Do not cut on the fold. You will cut the loop on the fold.

Once you cut out all your pieces, you will have a pile like this:

For the loop

Fold in half lengthwise wrong sides together. Iron. Open, then fold the sides in to the first fold line. Iron. Then fold in half again, and iron. Pin this together and you will stitch down the sides 1/8".

(If you do the turn and topstitch method as seen on the red and green stripes, it is a tiny bit difficult to get the loop through itself.)

For the stocking

Pin the main pieces right sides together, and the lining right sides together.

Sew from the top of one side, all the way around to the other side, using a 1/4" seam allowance.

Iron both pieces, then turn the lining right side out, and iron again.














Pinch loop in half, and baste to the top of the lining, leaving a 1/2" tail.

Place lining inside main body, right sides together.














Stitch around the top, leaving a 1" hole for turning, making sure to catch the loop in the stitching.

Pull the stocking through the hole, and iron. Top stitch around the stocking then push the lining inside the body. Top stitch the hole closed.

And done!

Care Instructions

Care Instructions for my products, just in case you cut the tag out or worse lost my card!

Hardhat Headbands
Machine or hand wash warm, Tumble Dry or Air Dry, Oxyclean can be used. No Iron.

Unpaper towels, Aprons, Infinity Scarves
Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Low iron as needed, do not iron over snaps.

Handwarmers, Bookmarks, Luggage Tags. Tooth Hangers
Spot clean only, do not submerse in water.

Policies

As a small business owner, I do have policies, they are outlined below, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

PROCESS

Items are made in a pet friendly, smoke free, bug free home. Most items have a turn around time of 3-5 days. Bigger items like cloaks have a turn around of 2-3 weeks. Blankets will have a turn around time of 6-10 weeks depending on complexity. 

SHIPPING

Items are shipped from my home in Trenton, Ohio, via USPS Priority with insurance and tracking information. Any local pickups will be in a public location. Once tracking information shows that the package has been received at the post office, I am no longer involved in any delivery issues. I ship to the address provided from you via PayPal. Please make sure your account is updated with your current address. 

PAYMENT

Payments must be made with Paypal. Tax is charged on all items in the state of Ohio. Custom orders require a 50% deposit made upfront. 

RETURNS

All items are non-returnable. Should something need to be returned for repair, the buyer will incur the return cost of shipping. If an item is defective, found and returned within 30 days will be replaced as long as the item has not been washed or worn. 

Please inspect any and all items upon receipt for accuracy and quality prior to washing and drying. In the event of a manufacturing defect, please contact me as soon as possible at laces.and.stitches@gmail.com. Please include your name, email, item name or description of product, description of issue and pictures of the defect. 

Because items are customed ordered and made to your specifications, exchanges cannot be made. 

REFUNDS

Refunds are given in special circumstances. Returns will not be offered on items that have been washed or worn. Upon receipt of a defective item, Laces and Stitches will provide a replacement, repair, refund (minus shipping costs) or store credit. 

WARRANTY

Snaps: Lifetime*

Elastic: 90 days

Sewing/Workmanship: 60 days

Warranty is void when:

• Washing instructions have not been followed
• The item has been altered in any way

*If a snap defect occurs, Laces and Stiches will provide a prepaid shipping label for you to return your item for snap repair within the first 30 days. After 30 days, the buyer will be responsible for shipping the item for repair. 

CANCELLATION

You can cancel your order within 24 hours of payment. If your item has been prepared for shipping, you may be required to pay shipping fees, and a restocking fee of 10%.

DISCLAIMER

I cannot guarantee any fabric due to the difference in washing processes.

Laces and Stitches is not responsible for items damaged or lost in the shipping process. 

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