Simple Things
Simple Things
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These easy to make accessories are wonderful for yourself or as gifts! Single or double headband in adult and children sizes that can be embellished with bling or buttons. Wide or narrow belt in five sizes to dress up your favorite jeans. Reversible Obi belt in four sizes that wraps around and ties in the front. Cell phone case with front pocket and optional wrist strap that fits most cell/smart phones and can be worn on a belt as well.
Materials List
NARROW BELT
1/6 yard (sizes S-M) or 1/3 yard
(sizes L & XL) fabric
1/6 yard interlining
1 buckle or 2 D-rings (1 1/2”- 1 3/4” shank)
thread
WIDE BELT
1/4 yard (sizes S-M) or 1/2 yard
(sizes L & XL) fabric
1/6 yard interlining
1 buckle or 2 D-rings (1 1/2”- 2” shank)
thread
OBI BELT
1/6 yard fabric
1/2 yard lining
1/6 yard interlining
thread
HEADBAND
(single or double)
1/6 yard or 1 fat quarter fabric
1 pkg. 1/8” elastic
thread
Optional - rhinestones, beads or buttons
CELL PHONE CASE
1/3 yard fabric
1/3 yard lining
1/4 yard interlining
thread
6” - 1/2” Velcro™
Optional - 1 small D-ring
and swivel hook
Suitable Fabrics
We used cotton (Rowan Fabrics and Free Spirit Fabrics) and fine cotton corduroy for our models. Wool, denim, linen and bamboo fabrics would also be suitable.
| Pattern Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wide/Narrow Belt lengths | 34" | 38" | 42" | 46" | 50" |
| Obi Belt waist | 24”- 27” | 28”- 31” | 32”- 35” | 36”- 40” | |
| Cell Phone Case | Will fit phones with a circumference of 5½”-6” and a length of up to 5¼”. | ||||
| Headband (head) | 18.5”-19.5” | 20”-21” | 21.5”-22.5” | ||
| Sizes 4-22 Included in each pattern. | |||||