Using Scraps of Treasure

This cute piece of striped denim looks to me as if it would like to become a pencil case.

I just happen to have a zip that's a suitable length.

Here's the plan:

1. Cut the denim into two equal pieces--I decided on a short fat pencil case rather than a long skinny one.


2. Sew the zip into one of the long sides--I'm going to use the zipper foot on the sewing machine and go through that process step by step. I'll have to finish the raw edges before I sew in the zip on this side.


3. Use the zip as my open side and sew together the other three sides.


4. Finish the seams for these three sides.


5. Turn it through to the right side and enjoy!