Julie made me a pencil roll last year, which I discussed in a post in January 2008.
I recently bought a pencil roll pattern from Pink Chalk Studio and, after a bad pattern experience (from a different company), have a great deal of respect for Kathy’s clear instructions and helpful notes.
I wasn’t able to show this until now even though I made it during my week away, because it is a gift. I made it for Julie‘s birthday and wanted it to be a surprise.
The fabrics I used for the strips all came from TFQ’s strip box. They are, what she calls, Fresh Modern fabrics. They are not exclusively Amy Butler and Valori Wells, but are in that vein. The green is an old Marimekko fabric I bought at the Crate and Barrel outlet a long time ago. It spent some time with TFQ and was on its way back to me when I decided to do this project.
This is the small version of the pencil roll. Kathy gives directions for a 12 slot and a 24 slot. You can, with the directions, make one any size. I didn’t quite realize how big they were when I was making this one.
The pattern is really easy to follow. This is a fast project to make. The only part that takes time is the quilting/making the pockets. You have to be aware of what you are doing.
I hope Julie likes it and finds it useful.
This is absolutely fabulous! I love, love, love the fabric you used for the pocket. It really sets off all the designs and colors you have for the background slots. I’m certain Julie flipped out at receiving such a beautiful gift. xo Kathy
Thanks, Kathy. It is an old Marrimeko fabric. There is a Crate & Barrel outlt nearby and they sell their old display fabrics. Sometimes the pieces are quite large.