Super Sunglass Cases

I came up with these easy cases after getting a couple new pairs of sunglasses on sale. I like to always have a pair in my purse and in my car, but I always worry about them getting scratched or bent up. I wanted a couple cases to hold each of my glasses without spending much money. What is most fun about this project is using any fun fabric pattern you want! I went with a Marvel superhero theme. It is also a great little gift to give.

What You’ll Need:
• Fabric
• Cord or ribbon
• Ruler
• Pins
• Fabric scissors or rotary cutter
• Thread
• (optional) Pinking shears

Directions:
1. Measure a pair of sunglasses to get a rough estimate of how big your case will be. You should add about at least inch more on each side to allow room for sewing. I used a measurement of about  4.5” x 7”.  Then, mark your fabric to prepare to cut.

2. Using fabric scissors or a rotary cutter, cut two equal pieces of fabric for each case you will make.

3. After you have your pieces cut, decide what direction you want the fabric to lay or match up with the other piece. Then turn the pieces inside out, so they face each other.

4. Pin along the sides and bottom so the two pieces are together. At the top (where the opening will be) fold each side down toward you about 1/2 inch. This is where the cord or ribbon you decided on will need to fit inside, so make sure to size accordingly. Pin the top folds down to ease with sewing.

5. Using a sewing machine, begin by sewing the top/opening straight all the way across. The folds should leave openings on both sides where we will put the ribbon or cord later.

* If a sewing machine is unavailable to you, a hand stitch should also work, but will not be as secure.

6. Now sew the bottom and both sides. When you sew the sides, the key is to stop before you hit where the top/opening folds are (that way the opening will not close.)

7. Trim off any excess fabric from each side. I used pinking shears for this to prevent fraying. Turn the fabric out so that the pattern on the fabric is now visible.

8. Finally, put the cord or ribbon into the side openings. I put it in one way and took it all the way around before tying a knot at the end. It may take some time to get it all the way through, depending on how big you made the fold. After tying my knot, I also brushed a little tacky glue to keep it in place.

Here are some photos of the final product:

Inside-out (opening)

Inside-out

Knot

Knot side