For the past 2 years I have looked at seat pockets and thought I'd really need like to have some of those beauties for the classroom. I've also thought there is no way I can pay that much for those.
I've sewn something once before so I thought "I really think I could do this." Well, just as summer is wrapping up and I am running out of time to get things done I've decided to start this project.
You're not allowed to examine them closely AND honestly, they are a hot mess. I'm praying they last at least half way through the school year. If you think they look like a mess I will tell you it's "Shabby Chic". š
I used Archer All Stars video to help me as I went through this little project. She has a video that walks you through how to do this but on a smaller scale.
If you're dying to take on this project yourself I say "Go For It"!
Hopefully you can use what I did and didn't do to help you.
I didn't practice on scrap material first....dumb. So after I messed up 2 pieces I got smart and thought....I should practice on scrap.
I actually had scrap material in the colors that I use in my classroom so since my practice seat pocket turned outnice okay it is now on my teacher seat. I think it will make a great sub seat pocket filled with all the little things that a sub may need, for example: nurse slips, behavior tickets, treats, timers or anything else that is small and helpful. ;-)
I would not recommend using regular fabric material for the students. I just don't think that they will last or be durable enough.
I purchased a canvas drop cloth from Home Depot to use as my student seat pockets. It's thick and strong and exactly what is needed for kids.
I just purchased ONE and really needed TWO. The second one I bought was from Wal-mart and I don't think it feels as strong as the Home Depot material. So I may regret this by Christmas if they even last that long.
I cut my pieces 19 inches in width and 36 inches in length. I folded one pocket to be 10 inches deep and the pocket that sits on the chair to be be 8 inches deep. I ironed my pieces and pinned them before I ever started sewing.
The plan is for the students to use these for their journals and folders. I will update later in the school year to let you know how they go.
Have a sweet day!
I've sewn something once before so I thought "I really think I could do this." Well, just as summer is wrapping up and I am running out of time to get things done I've decided to start this project.
I used Archer All Stars video to help me as I went through this little project. She has a video that walks you through how to do this but on a smaller scale.
If you're dying to take on this project yourself I say "Go For It"!
Hopefully you can use what I did and didn't do to help you.
I didn't practice on scrap material first....dumb. So after I messed up 2 pieces I got smart and thought....I should practice on scrap.
I actually had scrap material in the colors that I use in my classroom so since my practice seat pocket turned out
I purchased a canvas drop cloth from Home Depot to use as my student seat pockets. It's thick and strong and exactly what is needed for kids.
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I cut my pieces 19 inches in width and 36 inches in length. I folded one pocket to be 10 inches deep and the pocket that sits on the chair to be be 8 inches deep. I ironed my pieces and pinned them before I ever started sewing.
The plan is for the students to use these for their journals and folders. I will update later in the school year to let you know how they go.
Have a sweet day!
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