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Published in We Like Sewing April 2024

We have two designs in the April 2024 issue of We Like Sewing. How fun is that?!

We have worked with sister magazines I Like Knitting and I Like Crochet. This is our first time with patterns in We Like Sewing, a monthly digital magazine.

Odds and Ends Organizational Denim Basket

First up is a denim basket Deborah made from old jeans. She created the most adorable flower from denim, too. It’s called the Odds and Ends Organizational Denim Basket. I have one of Deborah’s baskets…and I love it!

This basket pattern measures 10 1/4″ x 6″ x 6 1/2″. It features a denim flower and leather handles.

Paisley Upcycled Paperless Towels

The second pattern we have in the April issue is Paisley Upcycled Paperless Towels.

Not only is this a pattern for making reusable towels, it’s an article on how to ditch traditional paper towels in favor of cloth towels. I, Dana, had lots of questions when I decided to make the switch and I’ll answer them all in the article. Questions like:

What size should the paperless towel be?
What fabric is the most absorbant?
What thread should you use?
How can you use paperless towels.
and more.

This particular paperless towel is 10″ square.

Get the patterns in the April 2024 issue of We Like Sewing.

Denim and Fabric Basket Sewing Pattern Collection

Sew your own gorgeous basket with this fun and easy Denim Basket sewing pattern PDF.

It’s a beginner friendly sewing pattern with step-by-step instructions and photos. Traceable templates are included for a denim basket (or fabric basket) that measures 10″ wide x 6″ long x 6 1/2″ tall.

About The Denim Basket (Fabric Basket) Pattern

This denim basket sewing pattern is FULL of helpful information making it great for new and experienced sewists alike. Here’s what’s in the basket sewing pattern:

1 basket pattern: 10″ wide x 6″ long x 6 1/2″ tall
2 lining options: sewn in or sewn separate
3 handle options
6 fabric designs
Traceable templates
40 pages
70+ photos
Beginner Friendly
Step-by-Step instructions

You can build your own fabric design, or sew a basket with a solid piece of material.

denim basket and fabric basket options in this beginner friendly sewing pattern

What material do you need to make a denim basket?

You only need 1 pair of children’s jeans to make a denim basket. However, we used 5 pairs for the chevron because we wanted different shades of blues and black material. You can use any denim you have on hand to make the denim baskets. If you want a basket with a pocket on the front, we recommend children’s jeans as the small size pocket is a perfect fit. Don’t have denim, check out your local second hand store for a pair or two.

What material do you need to make a fabric basket?

If you want to sew a basket from fabric, you have even more options. You can buy new fabric or use material you have on hand such as clothing and bed linens. This is a great time to upcycle fabrics that are worn or neglected or have a stain or two (just cut around those bad spots). The second hand store is also a great resource because you can browse all the clothing departments (children, men’s women’s) as well as the linens. We recommend cotton fibers for new sewists.

How much material is needed to sew a denim basket?

The denim basket and fabric basket each require 3 layers of fabric.

Layer 1: The outside fabric (such as denim or cotton)
(2) pieces at least 12″ x 17″
Layer 2: The inside lining fabric (such as muslin or cotton)
(2) pieces at least 13″ x 17″
Layer 3: The stabilizer (ultra firm – fusible or non-fusible)
(1) piece at least 20″ x 24″

You’ll also need thread to match your fabric.

The Denim Basket / Fabric Basket Sewing Pattern PDF

You’ll also need the Denim Basket Sewing Pattern. It’s available in our Etsy Shop.

Now available on Etsy.

1 Basket Pattern – 6 Fabric Designs

Even though there is only 1 size basket in this pattern, we show you how to create 6 unique fabric designs. So it’s really 6 patterns in 1!

Basket measures: 10″ wide x 6″ long x 6 1/2″ tall.

The 6 fabric designs included in the denim basket sewing pattern are as follows. Keep in mind that this is in addition to a solid fabric basket design:

Denim Basket with pocket used as baby diaper basket

Uses for Denim Basket (Fabric Basket)

This 10″ x 6″ basket size is really quite convenient. It will help you get organized and help your house feel neat and tidy. We’ve used these baskets as:

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Buy the Denim Basket and Fabric Basket Sewing Pattern on Etsy.

We had a lot of fun sewing basket after basket. You will, too. The Denim Basket Sewing Pattern is available in our Etsy Shop.

Available now on Etsy.