Casserole Carrier Picture Tutorial

Photo Tutorial

I am about to lead you through my first Photo Tutorial of a casserole carrier! I take no credit for the pattern. I found the pattern at allpeoplequilt.com. Click here for the link.

I decided to photo document the steps following this pattern because I myself had some seam-ripping moments, but I feel that the end product has great result. Hopefully my photos, along with their pattern (found in the link above) will save you any frustration!

Because I respect copyright laws, I am not going to copy their pattern. Please see their website for specifics, but feel free to use my photos to help clear up any confusion. I will include some helpful hints that I learned the hard way too! Enjoy :)

Materials

Most projects move along smoothly if you gather necessary materials ahead of time. You will need the following items. Granted the music is optional for some, but the very first step for me! The right playlist can just set the mood!

Cut Material

Disclaimer: I may have mixed up the pictures of the pocket pieces, please use measurements from the pattern! These will at least show you how many pieces of material that you need!

Straps

Pocket Backing (x2)

Pocket Flap 1

Pocket Flap 2

Batting: 2 Pieces (One pocket, one carrier)

Outer Carrier Large: 1 Piece

Outer Carrier Small: 2 Pieces (there is a cut down the middle)

 

Assemble Straps

Assemble Pocket

I won't lie, I had a difficult time visualizing this on my first attempt. I think it will be most helpful to begin by showing you the pocket as a finished product. As seen in the picture, the spoon is jutting out of the pocket, but it can be tucked into the upper flap to be hidden completely. My apologies for choosing the polka dot material to work with. It looks great in person but is rather dizzying in pictures!

*In layering photo, materials are placed staggered on each other so you can see each material. When sewing, they should be directly on top of each other.

Pocket Finished Product

Layering (Bottom to Top): Batting, Pocket Backing right side up, Pocket Flap 1 & 2 (w/ folded edges in middle/selvages at short ends) folded edges should overlap, Remaining Pocket Backing right-side down

Sew long sides, creating tube.

Mark and sew to form pocket. We don't want to loose anything!

Here is the pocket! I've open the flap where they over lap and you can see the pocket backing.

Assemble Outer Carrier Section

IMPORTANT!! If using material with a directional print, take a moment to think ahead and place straps carefully. The edge that you place the raw edge of the straps on will be on the bottom of the carrier. the other side will wrap around to cover the pocket. Clear as mud? I thought so! Scroll down to the third picture of this section to see how the straps will line up on the bottom of the carrier. If you aren't careful, the print of  one of the pieces could end up upside down! Speaking from experience here ;) If you are still in doubt, pin and play with your material for a bit before you make any stitches. 

Also, measure carefully. The straps need to line up when the two small pieces are assembled. To make this easier for me, I changed the 3 3/8" measurement to 3 1/4" because it was easier to see.

Strap on one Outer Carrier Small piece. Make sure the handle isn't twisted!

Sew up the strap six inches. I chose to add a box stitch at the top to reinforce and add strength. Casseroles can be hefty!

Here is how the pieces should look in order for the prints to face the same direction. Notice how the straps are carefully placed to line up together.

Assemble Carrier

IMPORTANT!! When sewing the unit together, make sure ALL layers are caught (especially around the pocket). If you have a walking foot, I would suggest using it as there is a lot of material being sewn .

*In layering photo, materials are placed staggered on each other so you can see each material. When sewing, they should be directly on top of each other.

Layering (Bottom to Top): Batting, Outer Carrier Large right-side up, Pocket (centered carefully), Outer Carrier Small right-side down

Corner Cutting. I simply used a cup, but feel free to print their pattern if you desire.

Repin, cut and sew! You are nearly there!

 

 

Finished Product

After turning right side out and stitching up the hole here is your finished product! After taking this picture I decided to go back and top stitch around the outer section. I found it has a much more finished look and the batting feels more secure too. This is merely a matter of taste though!

Stay Tuned

My next few blogs will be out soon! In one I will be showing off the wonderful sewing gifts I got for Christmas and in another I will show you my latest loom knitting projects!

Respectfully,

Harmony