Crayon Caddy
Here's what you need:
A piece of calico or gingham. 11 1/2" x 16 3/4" for large crayons, or 9 1/2" x 20 1/2" for regular ones; two yards single- or double- fold bias tape for either caddy; yarn pompons in a complementary color, if desired; matching sewing thread; crayons.

Here's how:
1.  Hem one long side of the caddy with a 1/2 inch-deep hem.

2.  Fold this hemmed edge up 3 1/2 inches for large crayons,  3  inches for regular ones.

3.  Begin 1/2 inch from each end and stitch compartments for crayons: each 1 1/8 inches wide for large crayons, each 1 inch wide for regular ones.

4.  Round corners of the flap and bind raw edges around with bias tape as shown in illustration.

5.  For ties, cut a strip of bias tape 22 inches long and sew folded edges together. Mark center of crayon compartments and sew center of tie strip to this point.

6.  Attach yarn pompons to ends of ties, if preferred.

The ones I have made the kids just love them, and plus there crayons are not laying all over the place. They also make great gifts!

 
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