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3rd Swap - Zipper Glasses Case
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Another fat quarter/layer cake/scrap friendly project, now with zippers!
Material Requirements:
1 x 10” x 10” Outer fabric
1 x 10” x 10” Lining fabric
1 x 10” x 10” Fusible Foam (other options discussed in the pattern)
1 x 25” zipper (size 3 or size 5 – one zipper makes two cases if you have two pulls)
Optional: D-ring or swivel hook (pictured in examples, not in the pattern)
NOTES:
- The amount/type of quilting you do on the outside will affect the finished size, but don’t worry – the sizing is very generous.
- Do not skip the topstitch in step 5, it is important to the structure. I used an open toe foot and it slid right along in the space between the zipper edge and the fabric.
- Step 8 recommends using a zigzag to finish the inside edge after the straight stitch – I tried an overlock stitch and it worked (so would a serger). If you can’t live with exposed edges, I made bias tape and it worked well – see example.
A French seam does not work fine. Trust me.
ADDITIONAL NOTES FOR SWAPS:
1. Please turn in your SWAP at the beginning of the meeting on September 12th. They will be sorted and ready to swap at the break!
2. We encourage creativity. Have fun with it!
3. For any questions please contact: Marion Gillins 206.412.0770
