Fabric folder diy

I can't believe that summer is almost over and everyone is getting their kiddos ready to go back to school. In our Back To School themed sewing camp this week

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I made myself a small fabric folder this weekend. I needed something to hold my pattern file cards since having them scattered throughout the sewing room wasn't working for me. When I create a new design or pattern, I write down measurements along with small diagrams on basic file cards. I found that, for me, these were easier to keep track of than muslin or plasic templates. To provide structure, I inserted pieces of cardboard behind the pocket sleeves... I also used an iron on vinyl to…

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Learn how to make this cute and easy, DIY Fabric Folder that is the perfect accessory to take back to school!

Remember at school when you would cover all your folders and exercise books in wrapping paper to keep them protected (and looking super cool and reflective of your personality, obviously)? Well, this stash-busting DIY is kind of like that, only way better. These sweet little fabric covered folders make the perfect gif

After all the 'solid fabric' projects I made lately, I feel the need to use some beautiful prints from my stash. And I made this quick and easy project. Sometimes I have to go out and keep some documents flat and I thought this fabric folder would look much better than a regular plastic folder. It's an A4 size. It is very stiff, between fabric layers I used a thin but stiff interfacing. I have many spools with little variegated thread (that it is not enough for a quilt)and I am glad I found…