#pattern weights

[devynconstance]

Taking a little bit of a break from my patchwork shorts to make some pattern weights out of the left over scraps. First one was a test to make sure I liked the size.

[charliecraftsthings]

In anticipation of a large sewing project, I made myself some pattern weights!

Free pattern/tutorial by Hello Sewing [video]

I first made them from 5"x10" rectangles (solid green and solid orange above), but realised these were a bit big; so then made the 4"x8" as recommended by the pattern (orange plaid).

Because my fabrics were loosely-woven, and I'd be filling them with aquarium gravel, I used a lightweight fusible interfacing. I think this was a great idea and highly recommend it.

Action shot:

I'm very excited for this large project!

[kieraoonadiy]

Let's make some functional sewing tools and do some scrap busting at the same time!

We're making pattern weights today!

[creations-by-chaosfay]

How to Use Pattern Weights - Plus a Tutorial for Sewing Your Own with Scraps

If you don't use pattern weights, let me tell you why you should! To be honest, the first time I used pattern weights was was one of those A

[jenrenfieldhandmade]

Finally made myself some pattern weights!

I used the first tutorial that came up on youtube but instead of uncooked rice I used a mix of gravel and sand (the ones for indoor decoration) as filling. Afterwards I made a small (foldable!) fabric box to store them (and probably some other stuff) in.

A quick and fun project that'll be useful too!

I have just enough of this fabric left to finally make a craft caddy, which will be my next project!

[bylislbr]

I made a new set as a present.

[devynconstance]

Bubble basket full of pattern weights achieved. I might make a few more out of my square scraps when I get to that point but for now i am very happy.

[designedbyzula]

I was sick last week and didnt do much sewing for my business. I did manage to make some cute pattern weights from some of my favourite fabrics though. 😊😊