This is an easy scissors pouch pattern to help you never lose your scissors again.
No matter how many times you've heard your mother or teacher say “don't run with scissors!” you still do (because you seem to always be in a hurry). Well, that's exactly what I did and on my way to a quilting group, I dropped my favorite, most precious scissors.
I value them so much because they were a gift from my tailoring teacher. She is now 92 and still living in New York City. Needless to say, these scissors are irreplaceable, they remind me of an era long gone by when we believed that higher education in fashion is going to solve all our problems, and you could find a job right away and be famous and rich all at once.
The truth today is the same as what remains of my scissors after dropping them on the hard concrete of my driveway. They are blunt and almost useless. Nothing left but the memories. Heartache!
I will take my scissors to an expert to see what can be done. In the meantime I am sharing this scissor pouch pattern with you, so you can run with or protect your own should they fall out of your hands.
There are five spaces in this scissors pouch. Enough room for scissors of different sizes.
Three pockets in the front.
Two pockets in the back.
A handy flap to be used as a needle holder.
This is the perfect scrap buster and a mother's Day gift.
For my checkered square, I joined two pieces and applied fusible interfacing with the seams open and no one can tell I did it.
If you need to change the measurements from inches to cm here is a good page: https://www.inches-to-cm.com/
Material
- 2 Squares of cotton 19″ X 19″
- 2 Squares of thin fusible interfacing 19″ X 19″
- 2 Buttons
- 4″ of rounded elastic
Tools
- Quilting clips
- Walking foot or a sewing machine capable of sewing 10 layers of fabric such as the one I am using, a Bernina B350
Pattern Layout
Pattern Download
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How To Cut The Scissors Pouch Pattern
For best results fuse the fabric before cutting the pieces of the pattern.
You will be cutting the following all at once. For that, you will need to fuse the fabric before cutting the scissors pouch pattern.
- Cut Two pieces of the pattern on a contrasting fabric (Optional)
- Cut Two pieces on fusible interfacing
Place the print sides together.
Place the scissors pouch pattern and both fabrics at once.
Now, I want you to notice the picture above, my pattern is upside down. I have placed it like that because I want to cut the fabric on the grain and have the lines of the fabric running up and down on the grain. If you are a beginner you might get confused about this, for further reading, I suggest you check out Five mistakes to avoid when cutting fabric.
Cut the extra pocket given in your pattern.
Sewing The Scissors Pouch
I have used a 1/8″ seam allowance.
If you are using a machine like the Bernina B350, just move the needle to the last place and align the edge of the fabric with the edge of the foot.
Print sides together and sew around the pattern leaving a small gap to be able to turn the pouch right side out.
Pay special attention to the rounded edges, if you are a beginner and have never sewn rounded shapes before, I suggest drawing the stitching line. Believe me, it takes a few years of practice to become perfect at sewing rounded shapes.
Shape all the curves and corners using a bodkin or a large sewing pin. Do you know what a bodkin is? If you don't check out this article and learn a bit about the fascinating history of this handy little gadget.
Clip the corners and the points off so they can be shaped easily. Be careful not to get too close to the stitching line.
Iron and close the gap using a running stitch.
Folding The Pouch
No doubt some of you will have some trouble with folding this scissors pouch pattern. The good news is that you can come up with two more ways of folding it. The following is the easiest for your sewing machine. However, if you have a walking foot please play around with the pattern to come up with your own layout.
Fold side A away from side B and sew at no more than 1/8″
Fold the other pockets making the smallest one fall over the biggest one or A. Sew in the middle.
Cut the pocket in the fabric of your choice twice. Right sides together.
Sew around the pocket leaving a gap as before to be able to turn it right side out.
Place the pocket next to the stitching line you just made and sew around at no more than 1/8″.
Finally, fold in half and sew all layers together.
After picking up my scissors from the driveway I realized how much these scissors really meant to me. A flood of regret swept over me. I have been meaning to say hello and thank you to that wonderful teacher who believed in me even before I knew could do it. I am hoping to fix the scissors, as for my teacher I will be in New York next year and I will look for her, so I can say thank you and give her a huge hug. I want to say:
“Mrs. Terranova thank you, because of you I have traveled the world with sharp scissors and my sewing machine.”
I pray I won't be too late. Needless to say, I never made it to my sewing group. Instead, I called my mom to catch up. I don't want to take for granted the women that are the most important in my life.
Go ahead, use this scissors pouch pattern to make a gift, or call someone important in your life.
As usual, leave your comments below or send me your pouches and I will add them to the post for all to see. Happy sewing!
Where do the buttons & elastic go? Do we do this at a particular step?
Having had the tips of scissors destroy multiple ‘pouches’, I used slightly heavier fabric & found ⅛” is too small a seam allowance.
Made two of them – one for me, one for a friend. I sewed the pocket on early on, before sewing that flap seam down, if that makes sense.
I also have the tri-gold stork scissors. Mine came to me from my husbands grandmother in a gorgeous pink leather case. One of my case chewed the top of the case!! I will never know which one….they wouldn’t tell me. This has inspired me to repair the original case somehow. But my daughter in law also sews. This will make a wonderful gift for her. And one day, she will have the stork scissors!
I have used pdf patterns before, but for some reason I am having difficulty with this pattern. I read your directions for printing and assembling a pdf pattern, but the pattern lines still aren’t meeting correctly. The test square is the right size, so I don’t understand what the problem could be. Everything seems to be askew no matter how I line them up.
Adding that I downloaded it directly to my desktop, used Adobe PDF reader downloaded today, printed “actual size” on 8.5×11″ paper which is the same size as the PDF according to Adobe Acrobat. I have printed it four times, somehow hoping for a different result, but it never aligns. I downloaded off the payhip website.
I finally figured it out. Left to right has no overlap at all and up and down has about a 1/2″ overlap. It’s not what the directions say at all, so those should be fixed. Hopefully this orientation will allow me to make the scissor pouch correctly.
I was looking for the pattern scissor keeper with the snap? Is it available?
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Nice to have pattern that holds more than one pair!
I needed to simplify: 2 fabrics, wrong sides together with one layer fusable interfacing. Cut out with pinking shears. Top stiched around upper portion.( Lower portions caught with creating pockets) . My machine could handle that thickness!
very nice post
Thank you for the pattern! Did you add interfacing to the added pocket piece? Or just to the outer fabric? Also did you add interfacing to both fabrics before sewing and folding or jus one? Would fusible fleece be a good option for this project or would it be better to use something thinner?
Thank you!
Hi Brenda, I used the thinest interfacing I could find, because at the end you need to sew about 8 layers together. If you have an industrial machine then you can use a thicker interfacing. No I would not use fusible fleece it would make it too thick and the scissors would not fit.
I had my precious Stork Scissors, which were given to me by my mother, ruined by a local scissors sharpener. I found a wonderful gentleman in Missouri who made my Stork Scissors perfect again. Truly the scissors were ruined. They could not cut fabric or thread.
If you would like his name please send me an email. Neelys18th@ebarqmail.com.
Thank you JoAnn, you are so sweet, I am so far away that it would cost me so much to have them repaired. But, thank you for our offer. i will find someone local and try if that fails I will be taking them to the company as Mary Lynn have suggested.
I live in Peru half the year. I also know how hard it can be to either find reliable workmen OR mail anything overseas. We often send via whoever is coming to visit or help, and vice versa. It may take a while, but at least I am assured I am getting what I want – in the condition I want it! Yes, Gingher’s guarantees their scissors and offers sharpening for their customers. Do hope your scissors are repairable; would be too sad to have something so special become useless. Look forward to your newsletter every week; always interesting and helpful.
Hi Patricia, I am currently in Santiago, I haven’t the pleasure of being in Peru yet. But, it is high in my list. Hope we can meet for coffee and talk textiles which I am always looking for specially handwoven kind. Great way to get things delivered, I need to build a network like yours!
Could I get his info? I just moved to Missouri and it is so hard to find someone who not only repairs, but appreciates older items that have been handed down for generations. I have a couple from my grandmother that need repairing. My email is kenimcwain@yahoo.com.
I am sorry about the mishap with your scissors. That is heartbreaking. One thing that I have learned in losing valued things is to remind myself that they are simply a representation of the memories I have of another. I still have and will always have those memories. No breakage, no fire, no water, no theft can ever take the memories away. Yes, do spend as much time as you can with those you love so that you are both left with the precious gift of more memories.
And thank you so much for the pattern and the tutorial
Couldn’t have been said better 🙂
Thank you for this pattern…and, I pray that you will always be reminded to get in touch with family when God is putting it on your heart. My mom just passed away at 93….
I am sorry for your loss Ruth, I can not imagine your pain. Sending you a virtual hug.
Great idea! So sorry about something so important to you but agree that such a thing is just a reminder of the beautiful people with whom we need to keep in contact regularly!
Indeed!
Thank you very much for this tutorial. I love love love it. I have been searching for a scissors pouch that can keep more many scissors altogether. This pouch does it all. LOLL
You are most welcome! are you located in Singapore?
What is a BGB? Sharon Luedeman mentioned above.
Just a note about the precious scissors that were dropped. If they are Gingher’s, you can box them up and send them back. I had dropped mine, and they were fixed and returned to me as good as new. The cost was minimal. Thank you for the great scissors’ pouch! It will be a great place to keep them!
Thank you Mary, I did not know you could do that.
Thinking about using it to make a scissors holster.
yes, I was thinking just that when I finished the project.
Great pattern. Just want to make sure it is ok to make a few of these to donate to my quilt guilds boutique. I think they would sell really well. I have a sewing fabric that I want to use.
let me know hoe they do please, I am always curious.
I have printed the pattern out 2 times, but can not get it to line up. Pages 3 & 4 don’t match with the other two. I am NOT a novice sewer. Disappointed..
Check your printer settings, are you scaling at all? are you using adobe reader to print?
Great reminder to take care of our precious tools (especially those w/ special memories!). I hope you are able to catch up to this teacher who inspired you – I’m sure she would love a note via snail mail.
Thank you for the pattern. I’m a machine embroiderer & recently got an ITH (in-the-hoop) scissors pouch (2 different sizes), but so many have complained about the construction method that I’m re-working it in my head. Meanwhile, I’ll make yours because it’s SO much more practical (who doesn’t need to carry several pairs to class!?!).
Great idea from Sharon L (above) to make a matching set for the little iron tote (in which case I would use ‘Insulbrite’ inside). I’ve actually contemplated using a ‘Yoshi Grill Mat’ to sew into a heat-proof case for a curling iron – not sure if it’s flexible enough. I buy them & cut to fit the burners (drip area under the grate) on my gas range; their coppery finish looks nicer than regular commercial drip pans. Sorry, that was a bit off-topic! I will try to remember to post a photo of the Scissors Pouch when completed. Today I’m finishing up a birthday gift for a quilter friend.
Not at all Karen, I love to read long comments, make me feel we are neighbors. Good luck with the B-present!
Mayra, I DO tend to be long-winded & not everyone enjoys it! LOL! My friend loved her b/d gift – a reversible tablerunner w/ Sashiko embroidered panel on one side. I love making gifts for my quilt group & we celebrate them on their b/d w/ a luncheon.
I noticed your comment about the scissors case being too thick if it’s padded, so I’m re-thinking the batting. Padding would probably work if it’s going to be folded, as some said – a holster.
I like Pellon Fusible Interfacing for ‘beefing up’ thinner fabrics & to prevent show-thru, so I’ll try that. I also wonder if something thin like PUL would help prevent the scissors from poking thru & not create any bulk? What do you think?
HI Karen, i think it is a great idea using PUL, perhaps the best option. Thanks for taking the time to comment, I will try that myself. I have come up with another pattern using leather will try it on PUL first. will load pictures when it is done.
Great idea, Mayra. Thank you. I do have some questions about the download. Printer settings are set as indicated and I have printed the 2″ X 2″ square; it measures correctly. However, once printed, the lines do not align correctly and some go off the page entirely. As well, the pattern is indicated for a beginner level but the instructions seem to be missing some steps or seem misleading. Instruction states to fold “side A” AWAY from “side B”. Should it not be folded TOWARD “side B”? As well, when do you stitch the small pocket over “side A” closed? How is it folded to get the pockets on the back side? Where and when are the buttons attached and the elastic placed? As an intermediate sewer, I’m not understanding all the construction steps. The pictures are awesome for the steps described and I can guess at the rest but without the pattern aligning, I can’t even start. Would you be able to let me know what I’m doing wrong with printing? Thanks, again.
Yes, Adele. Thank you for correcting my typo. Not sure what is the problem with the pattern alignment. I use the pattern I share for the project so I know it works. Are you suing A4 or american Newsletter?
Excellent and Thank you for sharing the pattern.
My pleasure!
Thanks for sharing this. Sometimes we drop something precious (“drop” in all kinds of meanings), so we can remember something far more precious. I have found this usually happens when we have too many things going on, to the point where we get distracted from what is really important. I really hope these scissors will be fine. In any case, now they have gained even more meaning.
That was exactly what was happening. Too many things in my mind, too little organization.
So very sorry about your scissors – I could feel your pain and regret! What a wonderful pattern – I will be trying this pattern without a doubt!
Such is life Diane, thank you for your empathy, do let me know how your pouch turned out.
Thank you for this!!! I love taking sewing/quilting classes to learn new things and just for the fun of sewing with others that have it as a passion like me. This is going to help me from carrying my scissors in a ziplock bag!! I luv luv how it is made fr more than one size – another plus!!!
My pleasure Wendy! But what I am most happy is that you do sewing in a group, hope you know how lucky you are to find such people.
Wonderful project! Sorry it came at the expense of dropping your special pair of scissors.
Yes, it was a painful lesson but there is hope for both my memories and the scissors.
Thanks for the fun and creative share, but perhaps you mean ‘to not “lose” your scissors?’
Yes that is what I meant. Sorry my English is not very good looking LOL!
I tried to pay your for this awesome pattern but it wouldn’t work through Paypal. Am I doing something wrong or is there a problem?
No Problem Maureen you need a paypal account or a credit card, use Adobe Reader to download and voila you are good to go.
I’ve seen many pouches for one pair of scissors, but this is the first for multiple scissors. Since we all travel to sewing classes and retreats , we usually need more that just the “dressmaker” scissors. This fits the bill perfectly! Thank!
Enjoy, it is my absolute pleasure to share it with you.
We appreciate all you do to inspire us. Can you explain how the crafsty/bluprint changes are preventing you from publishing new patterns? I know many are unhappy with recent changes.
Hi Barbara, I can not load any new pattern at all. Practically I have lost control of my own store there.
This is a great idea, and thanks for the tutorial. You do have a spelling error. The script on your photo should say “Never ‘lose’ your scissors again.” Loose is the opposite of tight! It’s a common booboo. I do like tight scissors though! ?
Thank you Donna! I do really on you guys to catch my booboos. I am not a native English speakers, and no I am not making an excuse Ijust want to let you know I appreciate you catching what I can easily overlook.
Thank you so much for the pattern, but more for the thoughts. We should all be reminded to reach out more often to those who matter in our
lives. I truly hope your scissors can be repaired.
Thank you Kate, they will be. Kind Regards,
I think this is a wonderful project and I will attempt to make one. Thank you for sharing it with us. I hope you get to see your teacher; gratitude is life affirming for both the giver and the receiver.
Lovely words and so true.
Thank you for this pattern and tutorial. I am going to attend a quilting retreat in April and will make this to coordinate with my BGB and my Iron Caddy Tote
I like how you think – coordinated items are so much nicer! Kelli Myers wants to know what’s a BGB?
❤️??!
Really handy. Thanks. Will save many, many steps!
love this idea!!!! Thanks for the tute!
I downloaded the pattern and made this scissor pouch in a couple of hours this morning. Next time I make it (as I know I will) I am going to omit the wadding and just use interfacing, as I found the wadding made it a bit bulky when stitching it together. Great easy to follow tutorial though, thanks!
i can’t download the free patttern for the scissors pouch! i think that would be great gifts.i need the pattern.
LIKE IT! Thanks for the tute!
Thank you so much for the pattern and the instructions!