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Pattern Hack – Crimson and Clover Train Cases

Pattern Hack: Sew Sweetness Crimson and Clover Train Cases

This is a pattern hack of the Sew Sweetness Crimson and Clover Train Case sewing pattern. The modification to the pattern is that instead of the lining pockets, elastic will be inserted instead to hold essential oils, nail polish, or other items! While this tutorial is free, you’ll need to pick up the Crimson and Clover Train Case sewing pattern in order to complete the rest of the case.

DEFINITION – Pattern Hack [pat-ern hack]: to modify or write a sewing pattern in a skillful or clever way.

6a00e551ad4cae8833019aff576dba970c-400wiThis pattern hack was written by Amber of Roar House. Amber is amazing at bag custom orders, and I hope you’ll check out her shop or follow her on Instagram to see all of her creations!

Hi everyone! Today I am going to show you how to easily add elastic pockets to the inside of your Crimson & Clover Train Case to safely and securely store and carry your essential oils or nail polish. The Small case is shown in the demo.

Sew Sweetness Crimson and Clover Train Cases pattern hack

You will need:

Crimson & Clover Pattern

All items specified in the pattern supplies (omitting the Lining Pocket piece)

1 inch elastic – You will need the following length depending on bag size:

  • Small – 80 inches
  • Medium – 95 inches
  • Large –122 Inches

Start by marking a line (with an air soluble pen) lengthwise across Lining Panel B– 1 inch from the top (draw mark 2” down on medium; 2.5” on Large)

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Next, mark where you will be stitching your elastic. First, mark ½” in from which ever end you will be starting from. This tells you where your seam allowance starts and where you will start attaching your elastic.

Markings also depend on what diameter your bottles are. Here is a quick guide to some popular sizes:

  • 5ml Essential Oil Bottle – Mark every ¾” inch
  • 10ml Essential Oi Bottle – Mark every 3/4” inch
  • 15ml Essential Oil Bottle– Mark every 1” inch
  • Nail Polish – Mark every 1” inch

 

Remember this is just a guide for best result lay the elastic over the bottles and measure from where the elastic meets the fabric on each side then subtract 1/8” to allow for snugness.

Now mark your Elastic. Start by marking your ½” seam allowance from one end then from there measure every:

  • 5ml Essential Oil Bottle – Mark every1 3/4” inches
  • 10ml Essential Oi Bottle – Mark every 2” inches
  • 15ml Essential Oil Bottle – Mark every 2” inches
  • Nail Polish – Mark every 2” inches

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Now you are ready to start stitching! Start by aligning the top of the elastic to the line we drew 1 inch from the top (2” down on medium; 2.5” on Large). Match up the short sides of both the elastic AND the lining piece and baste in place. Now you can begin the process of attaching the long length of elastic!

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Start by stitching down at the ½” mark you made on both the elastic and the lining. Start stitching at the top of the elastic and then when you reach the end of the elastic, backstitch all the way back up to ensure the stitches are strong. This is your first starting point. Up till now the elastic is lying FLAT against the lining.

Now, use the marks you made on the elastic and line them up with the marks on the lining.When you do this, it should create a little loop. Keep an eye on the line we drew across the top, keeping the top of the elastic even with it. Push the loop over while stitching to help with your view.

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Continue down until you have reached the end of the lining piece. I stopped my loops about 3/4” away from the end to allow for seam allowance when we assemble.

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Feel free to remove any excess elastic that may be hanging over the edge of your lining piece. Your finished lining piece should look like this:

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Now go ahead and assemble as normal per the instructions! Remember to keep the 1” (2” on medium; 2.5” on Large) side as your TOP when assembling.

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Your final product will look amazing and hold a TON of bottles!

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2 thoughts on “Pattern Hack – Crimson and Clover Train Cases

  1. Lynne Tilley says:

    This is great! I love that train case, and your “hack” is so inspired! Thanks for sharing!

  2. Cheri says:

    This would work great for thread spools too.

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