July 26, 2012

DIY zippered pouch with gusset

Those who like to sew small, cute things (as opposed to large, ugly things?) might enjoy the zipper card pouch tutorial from Joanne at Craft Passion. My mom just tried it out and here's the result. Adorableness! Mum, did you put your Discover card on top because you knew I'd like the orange ball?

You can store some credit cards or a bit of cash in there.

Or put in some wallet-sized photos of your favorite grandchild to show off to friends and family. If you don't have a grandchild, maybe you have a pet or a houseplant.

22 comments:

  1. Grandma GJuly 26, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    The Discover card ball? Well, yes! Of course! I ALWAYS try to please you!!

    No, I actually did it because the orange went nicely with the zipper.

    In all honesty, I gave it no thought at all. Ha!

    Mum

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  2. Jessica JonesJuly 26, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    Really? Then I think your subconscious mind led you to do it intuitively--your subconscious mind that secretly likes orange, even though your conscious mind, and your mouth, have said that you don't. :)

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  3. Grandma GJuly 26, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I think my subconscious mind was REALLY telling me: "Hurry up and get this done. We need a nap!"

    Mum

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  4. Maddelaine GreenJuly 26, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    It's really cute. Love the color choice. :)

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  5. UnknownJuly 26, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Oh yes yes yes. I'm making this one. SO adorable, like you said. Love that turquoise/orange color scheme she used.

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  6. SuzanneJuly 26, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    What a snappy zipper and color combination this is. I'm headed to the tutorial. Thanks for the link.

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  7. Joanne - Craft PassionJuly 26, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    OMG, Grandma G, I love the vivid color combo you used and the stripe fabric Jess designed.
    The zipper card pouch is like SUMMER by the beach, blue ocean and bright sun shinny day!!!
    Thanks for sewing it from my tutorial and you did a very good job, it is flawless!!!!

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  8. Grandma GJuly 26, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Ooohh... I love your analogy, Joanne!

    Now I feel like I have to confess something. The fabric/color combo was Jess's suggestion. But I 'might' have chosen it if she'd given me a chance!! ;)

    Thanks, everyone!

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  9. AnonymousJuly 26, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    Ah! That reminds me, I need to get more wallet sized prints of my houseplant.

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  10. Jessica JonesJuly 26, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    That's right, carry that fern around with you at all times.

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  11. Kirsty @ Bonjour QuiltsJuly 27, 2012 at 1:26 AM

    Seriously, your mum is ace! Thanks for the tutorial, perfect for those small, ahem, 'girly products' that you don't want rolling around in the bottom of your handbag.

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  12. LainieJuly 27, 2012 at 3:38 AM

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  13. UnknownJuly 27, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Ooooh this will be a perfect money holder for my 7 year old son. Excited to make it!

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  14. Grandma GJuly 27, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    Lainie, I know what you said! Heheh...

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  15. this is lemonadeJuly 27, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    Gorgeous! Really vibrant and cheering colours too. Thanks for sharing!

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  16. CaseyJuly 27, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    Super cute! I like the gusset.

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  17. LeezaJuly 29, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    awesome! looks like a new bag for my small camera! I'll make it this week. thank you for the link!

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  18. MaggieJuly 29, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    These are so cute! I love how the zipper goes all the way around.

    I have you on my blogroll (hope thats okay) and wanted to let you know that I am doing a beauty giveaway worth $200! Check it out at http://borntobeblonde.com/beauty-giveaway/

    I LOVE your blog!

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  19. Kate GJuly 31, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Your Mom is my sewing hero! Every project surprises and delights. Then again, using a great fabric design is the icing on the cake.

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  20. able mabelAugust 16, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    I got a chuckle out of the house plant comment. :)

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  21. Johanna kaffepannaAugust 23, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Why can't I sew? This is exactly what I need, and have been looking for in stores all summer. Have to find a friend who can use a sewing machine.

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  22. Abi MakesJanuary 2, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    love this purse! thanks so much for posting, my attempt is here
    http://abimakes.blogspot.co.uk/2012/12/corner-zip-purse-with-gusset.html

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