Today, I'm sharing a fun sewing project I made with Stencil Girl Stencils and kraft-tex (affiliate link). Stay tuned for the giveaway at the end of the post, so you can make your own stenciled boxy zipper pouch!
When thinking about what project I wanted to make with kraft-tex, I came up with the boxy zipper pouch I've made several times. Instead of making a quilt sandwich, I used a single layer of kraft-tex, which is a substrate that feels like strong paper or flexible leather. It's very strong... much stronger than I expected!
I experimented with a few different types of ink or paint with the stencils, using what I had around my house. Here's my favorite method of stamping!
1) Iron the kraft-tex as flat as possible
2) Spray back side of a Stencil Girl stencil with repositionable adhesive and press to the kraft-tex.
3) Using a makeup sponge, apply some craft paint over the stencil. Repeat across the entire surface.
Here's what my kraft-tex looked like after I stenciled one side completely. I didn't worry too much about being precise, because I knew the fabric would wrap around the pouch in my project, and I wanted that organic, hand-stamped look.
I love my new boxy zippered pouch! If you aren't famliar with Stencil Girl Stencils or the awesome kraft-tex, I'd encrouage you to give them a try.
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Leave a comment on this post telling me what you'd make with kraft-tex and Stencil Girl Stencils! One lucky winner will receive a $25 Gift
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What a great idea - you can make your bags/pouches to size - for whatever materials you want to store in it. The only problem is, for me, I don't own a sewing machine.
ReplyDeleteWow - so creative. Thanks for the share and opportunity to win.
ReplyDeleteTHis is such fun! Love this idea of decorating and making your own bag!
ReplyDeleteI would so love to learn to make a pouch. I definitely need to try this.
ReplyDeleteGreat pouch. I need to learn to make something like that.
ReplyDeleteMarilyn
Wonderful idea. I wish I'd wake up one morning to find I can sew.
ReplyDeleteHi Lindsay, I love your pouch. What a wonderful project and color. I love the stencils you used. So fun. Thanks for the links too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat pouch and great use of stencils. That kraft-tex really allows you to do a number of different projects. Cool!
ReplyDeleteNEAT LITTLE POUCH! THANKS FOR SHARING!
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I'd have a go at this boxy pouch as I made my first flat pouch today and am pleased with it. Love how you decorated your fabric
ReplyDeleteLove your project and loved the blue color!
ReplyDeleteDelightful! Great project. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI think I might try a carry bag, love the stenciled surface.
ReplyDeleteWow - love what you did with it! I'd like to make something to carry my cords for ipad, phone etc!! Thanks for the inspiration!! mumbird3(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI would love to use them to make book covers.
ReplyDeleteThis pouch is too cute...I would probably make it with my Kraft Tex
ReplyDeleteI would definitely sew up a bag. A clutch to be specific. Would look great and be handy especially in summer.
ReplyDeleteCool idea!
ReplyDeleteLove your pouch! I've been wanting to make one of my own but I'm intimidated by the zipper :D You've inspired me to give it a try, though! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful zipper pouch! Love the contrast of the white pattern combinations on blue! Thank you for sharing your lovely tutorial! I'm inspired! Thank you for incorporating one of my stencil designs, too! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I put my sewing machine away a long time ago, but looks like I might be taking it out and dusting it off for crafts!!! Thank you!Idolina
ReplyDeleteI'm not familiar with Kraft-tex so I'm not sure what I would make! That pouch is awfully cute though, so I could try something like that.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful pouch!
ReplyDeleteId love to use it for the bottom of a large bag
ReplyDeleteKraft-tex seems so versatile - I have to try!!!
ReplyDeleteSo fun!!!
ReplyDeleteI definitely want to try Kraft-tex now. Your pouch is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLindsay, I love this! I'd love to try stenciling on the fabric for an Aeroplane bag!
ReplyDeleteLove your pouch!
ReplyDeleteThis pouch is great!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, I have been wanting to make a messenger bag.
ReplyDeleteLove the stencil.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so easy and fun! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI would start with a pouch then a bag.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I wish I could sew! Loving all of these Kraftex projects!
ReplyDeleteI think a mini whole cloth quilt would be really great. What a neat way to experiment
ReplyDeleteLove your pouch! I would try to make some pouches too~ it looks so fun! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteLove your pouch. Not sure what I would make, but I'm sure it will be great!!
ReplyDeleteI adore zip pouches...would have to make one!
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I like your project. I would make a tote by request for my grandaughter.
ReplyDeleteI would love to make cards and possibly makeup bags it all. I'm sure I'd have other ideas too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool zipper pouch!! I would love to try some mixed media projects with this amazing material and stencils.
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Wow! That sure is cool and original!!! I'd love to create designs on fabric for cushion covers!!
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to try printing/stencilling on fabric this year and this looks like fun! I can always use more zippered pouches so a boxy pouch out of Kraft-Tex would be a great first project. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteVery cute bag Lindsay. I am definitely going to try your zipper pouch pattern!
ReplyDeleteI think making a pouch is a great idea, as I'm always struggling with the best way to finish my seams on fabric pouches!
ReplyDeleteI love all sorts of textile art! I would make a bag for me :-)
ReplyDeleteI would make a pencil case for my granddaughter :)
ReplyDeleteThat is such a neat pencil case. Great job! Good luck everyone! angielovesgary2@ gmaildotcom
ReplyDeleteI'd go for some quilt blocks to frame.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very creative project.
ReplyDeletelove how your pouch turned out. shared your tutorial with a friend of mine. I think she will really love it. thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe pouch is fabulous - perfect for journaling tools!
ReplyDeleteWow, this looks easy enough for me! Zippers scare me, but i need to conquer this. Travel plans this summer & wanting to make myself a custom cosmetic bag. Thanks. Love how your lil one gets to help.
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing!! What a cool material to work with. I only wish I sewed.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fantastic product. Being thin
ReplyDeleteenough to sew but strong enough to survive wear -
that wonderful.
I would make some small pouches to hold my
paint brushes and some of the small pencils
that I use in my bible journaling. I'm sure
I'd come up with more ideas once I had the
material in hand.
thanks for sharing.
Cute pouch. Kraftex looks very interesting.
ReplyDeleteI really like how this product takes to wet media! What fun! I am liking what I am seeing here! THanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI have never used this kraftex before but its now on must buy craft shopping list.After viewing todays 3 blogs this stuff has so many uses and so many ways to be decorated.I love you zipper pouch and am in need of a new pen pouch and will be make yours out of some painted canvas.
ReplyDeleteI, too, am not much into machine sewing these days, but it looks like I could make and decorate some great Journal covers.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, so pretty. Starting to covet that Kraft-tex
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a lot of fun! I'd love to make a few unique grocery totes and personalize them with my favorite colors and fabrics. I'm tired of using the same ol' bags! Kraft Tex sounds awesome with the stencils!
ReplyDeleteCan not wait to try this! Need to order some Kraft-Tex soon.
ReplyDeleteLove creating my own fabrics.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool-looking pouch! Love that purple kraft-tex with white stenciling. Terrific idea ... thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA bag is a good idea, though I might make a hat
ReplyDeleteSo fun! How great would this idea be for a set of matching pouches for your luggage?
ReplyDeleteI think I'll make a journal cover and matching pencil pouch.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter could use some cute glasses cases that could be stashed all over.
ReplyDeleteThe kraft-tex takes the stenciling so beautifully thanks for the demonstration.
ReplyDeleteThe kraft-tex takes the stenciling so beautifully thanks for the demonstration.
ReplyDeleteI love the strength of just one color of paint. It really pops on an awesome case. I gotta make some :)
ReplyDeleteLove your project. I'm not a sewing person, but would love to try!! I'd probably use this material to make covers for my little gratitude journals...always on the lookout for textural papers/materials.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great project!
ReplyDeleteLooks like I can't spell Kraftex in my other posts--oh, well! So it comes in blue, too? Better and better! I love its toughness!
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ReplyDeleteWould love to try this! Looks like lots of fun.
ReplyDeleteWow! Makes me want to drag out the old sewing machine!
ReplyDeleteLove that zipper pouch! It would really come in handy for storing some art supplies!
ReplyDeleteLove the boxy shape, very useful.
ReplyDeleteThis is one cool pouch! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
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