DIY Studio Wall Organizer

Now that the kids have gone back to school I've been looking forward to getting more studio time. Although, before I dive right into projects I needed to organize. As my project list grows, so does my need for supplies and notions. I was noticing my cutting table was getting cluttered with little bins. I need the space to cut but also prefer all my supplies be right there. So I designed this hanging organizer. I also added Scissortail Stitches "Perfectly Positive Quotes" embroidery collection on the front using Coats & Clark Embroidery Thread. It is nice to look up and be reminded to "Enjoy the little Things" or "live inspired."

Get the details below to make your own.

Supplies:

• Perfectly Positive Quotes Embroidery Collection 
• Coats & Clark All-Purpose Thread for sewing
• Coats & Clark Embroidery Thread
• Ultra Clean & Tear Stabilizer
• Cotton Duck or heavy weight fabric (measurements below)
• Strong interfacing like Pellon Craft-Fuse (Style #808)
• 3 packs of Double-Fold Bias Tape
• Brother SE1900 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Embroider the pockets:

I did the embroidery first based using the original design dimensions and then I created the pockets based off of these measurements.

For the main piece you will need a front/back and strong interfacing. I used a cotton duck for my front and back. 

Measurements are shown above. 

• Press the interfacing onto the main exterior piece. 
• Topstitch front and back wrong sides facing (about 1/4" or less from the edge). Interfacing should be sandwiched inbetween front and back. 

Cut the pockets to size: I based my pocket sizes off of the embroidery design dimensions starting with the width. 

-10.5" x 9"

-9.5" x 6"

-10" x 4"

• Sew bias tape around the raw edge of the pockets (start at bottom center). Stitch right along the edge of the bias tape.
• On the wrong side draw 2 x 1" lines from the sides. 
• Press to create an accordion like pattern. 
• Baste stitch the bottom edge if necessary to keep the folds down or pin. 

• Sew bias tape around the raw edge of the main piece (start at center bottom edge).
• Position and pin pockets so they're visually even. 
• Topstitch the pockets into place just over the previous stitch lines. 

• Cut 2 x 9" strips of bias tape.
• Sew about 1" in from the edge on the wrong side. 
• Flip up and topstitch on the right side up to secure it. 
• Repeat for other side.