Easy Fabric Trays {Mini Tutorial}
Lately, I’ve been having so much fun making these easy fabric trays! I know everyone on Instagram has seen them, but I’m never sure what I should write in this space. Readers, are you on Instagram? Does it feel redundant to see the same things here? Or, do you prefer to read the blog and wish I’d share more of my creations here? I’d love to know!
Back to the trays though, I saw my friend Cheri make one of these last year, so I had to copy. And now, every time I make one, someone asks what I used to make them stiff. It only seemed right to write a whole blog post about them.
I put one layer of Pellon Fusible Midweight 931TD on the back of each piece – two layers per tray. You could also use Shape-Flex SF101, I just happen to always have the other on hand. Then just sew your rectangles right sides together with a small opening, clip corners and turn. Next, top stitch to finish the edges and sew the opening closed. I like to use a little Finca Perle Cotton for the corners, and just tack them for shape.
The sizes you see here are (measurements of the rectangles/squares I cut, not finished sizes):
- Rectangle – 6″ x 10″ – 1″ corners
- Large Square – 7″ – 3/4″ corners
- Small Square – 5″ – 1/2″ corners
I think these are perfect for a little bit of treasured prints too!
I’m giving some of these very trays away as a giveaway on Instagram, so if you’ve not yet checked it out, make sure to stop by and leave a comment! Enjoy!
I’ve also created this Pinterest friendly image if you want to save this for later:
I don’t have Instagram so only see your blog. So enjoy anything you post. Thanks.
Penny
I’m not on Instagram, so I read your blog!
Hi Jennie,
I don’t have Instagram either, so the only way I get to see your stuff is through your blog posts. If I had my way, I would say keep them on here as well.
Carrie
Don’t use Instagram – prefer to stick with blogs as I like detail!
I am on IG (and love it!) but for more detail and more pictures and information, the blog post is a good ? So keep on blogging! I like that you have an IG landing page too, to direct us to the latest relevant spot ?
I don’t have instagram, so I like to see your projects here. 🙂 These trays are so cute!
The IG pic is great for instant eye candy but a blog post can show more angles of what you’ve made and you can explain your process better … so I usually follow through to the blog to see if there is a post about it 🙂
Than k s for the wonderful tutorial. I am one of those people who do not do histogram and love reading blog posts so this is not a repeat for everyone.
I prefer to see it on a blog where the information can be so much more detailed and easier to follow sequentially. I like Instagram, it’s fun — and quick. Too quick, it’s like, “I really don’t have time for you.” Oh yeah, you sure did a couple of years ago when nobody was Instagraming and you were trying to make it out there in Blogland, huh? But, everyone will adjust and soon it will all be ‘old school.’ You are the only one who has asked about this, “Thanks.”
I am another who does not have Instagram. So I am always pleased when people take the trouble to share on their blogs.
These are gorgeous and you make it all look very simple and “do-able”! Only just found your blog and will definitely be back – I can’t get my head around IG but I love blogs! :o)
I don’t use IG either but do love your blog. Please don’t stop using it.
Don’t do IG or twitter or Facebook… but check for your blog once a day.
I have Instagram but never really use it. I used your link to post this to Pintrest – I l.o.v.e.Pintrest – I also love reading your blog and I’m happy when you post something we can make 🙂
I’m not on instagram and prefer to read full blog posts!
I have Instagram but like seeing the details in a blog. I saved it on Pinterest so I can try it with my teenage granddaughter. Thanks!
I’m not a user of Instagram. I follow your blog via email and enjoy every one you post. I am very happy to see that I am not alone with not using Instagram.
I say share it everywhere! It’s all so beautiful:)
Cute trays! I have an instagram account, but never bother to look at it. (I think it may be a generational thing.) Love having detailed posts on the blog, or quick posts on Facebook.
Between multiple email accounts, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. it’s impossible to keep up – and still do any actual work myself!
I’ve given up even looking at Instagram, Twitter & Pinterest during the work week – please keep posting to your blog since I jump over there from your email notices.
Love these trays. I’m not on instagram.
Not everyone can afford a smart phone or apple phone or the plans to support them. Thanks for your blog.
i’m not on Instagram . I really enjoy detailed posts on your projects. Love the colors and fabric you’ve chosen for these little trays! Thanks!
I don’t have a cell phone, yet, and I don’t use Instagram. So, blog posts work for me.
I am on Instagram (IG) and love it. And I also follow your blog. I like both; IG provides the inspiration and eye candy whilst your blog provides the detail ….. and more eye candy.
I make these but sew ribbon at each corner to tie shut and untie and lie flat when not in use. I have a bunch I travel with to hold keys, change, makeup, jewelry, etc. so cute and so handy. Makes a great gift with a package of napkins, or candy, or whatever.
I love IG for the instant sneak peek and brief description. However, I like detail on blogs. I more of the store, the how to, inspiration, and all the stuff that may not work on IG. It’s really hard to bookmark something on IG. It’s helpful to have on a blog so I pin or pocket for later.
These are too cute! Thanks for the tutorial. 🙂 I do Instagram, but I prefer to see the details on your blog.
IG & blogging are an interesting issue…
I agree with the above Comment from Bea; IG is a brief look & then move on… where blog posts tend to give more detail, better pics & opportunity for personal sharing, if desired.
For all the hours that get put into making one quilt, for example, it seems a shame to only want to post a single shot that will be seen on a tiny screen!
Lots of people go to the platform that is going to get them the most readers, likes, favourites & hashtags… Also, if someone is clearly IG-ing more than blogging, it’s understandable that their blog readers would lose interest