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Using scissors, cut thirty-two 1-inch
squares of white felt.
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With pinking shears, cut two 9 1/2-inch
squares of black felt, twelve 1-inch round red markers (about the
size of a quarter) and twelve 1-inch round white markers.
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Arrange the 1-inch white squares in a
checkerboard pattern on one of the 9 1/2-inch black squares,
leaving a 5/8-inch border around the perimeter. Tack the pieces in
place with glue, then hand- or machine-sew them on.
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Sew together the two 9 1/2-inch squares of
black felt with black thread around the edges.
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Make the pouch by cutting the canvas into a
pocket shape (with a straight-edged top and rounded bottom) that
is about 8 inches long and 7 inches wide. Pin the fabric together,
then sew up the sides.
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To make a drawstring top, lay the shoelace
around the pouch, about 1 inch below the top edge. Fold the top
edge down over the lace, pin in place and sew up, leaving a hole
for each end of the lace to stick out. Turn the pouch right side
out and decorate with felt designs. |
