Instructions
- Measure each side of the sewing machine at the top and bottom of each side (there will be 5 pieces in total - front, back, 2 sides, & top).- Starting at the waist of the jeans, cut 2" past your front/back height measurement, and save the legs for the top and sides.
- Cut along the seams of the jean legs to open up the fabric, and mark the side machine measurements, then cut allowing ...
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Category: Sewing
Type of item: Functional
For: Home
Style: Hipster, Eco-Friendly
Materials
-An old pair of jeans -Ribbon
What was your inspiration?
I got my sewing machine used and it was quite dusty. After giving it a wipe down and a tune up, I decided a sewing machine cover would be an excellent way to minimize dusting off the machine in the future.
What are you most proud of?
This was my first sewing project ever, and I did it completely by myself. Very satisfying!
What advice would you give someone starting this project?
Unless you have a denim sewing machine needle, avoid sewing over the belt loops. My needle bent the first time around, so on the second attempt I skipped over the belt loops and went back to hand sew them afterward.
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