Christmas Star Block Zipper Pouch

Lots of people have asked me about the pattern I used to make the pouch I featured in the pictures for the Sweet Pouch Swap Christmas Edition post. Unfortunately it was a project I just made up off the top of my head (apart from the star block) so I don't have any measurements, although I can share a few details with you.

I wanted to make something with a bit of interesting detail and incorporate a lovely festive feel.


I started off with the idea for a small star block and used these PDF instructions to make a 6" block. I fussy cut the Santa from a lovely vintage christmas print I found a few years ago. The star points are scraps with christmas related colours and prints. The grey cross hatch fabric is a perfect background and adds a nice bit of texture and interest.

Blurry phone pic but this is the completed block before I added more fabric for the pouch panels.

I framed the block in a variety of polka dot fabrics, including a really pretty one along the top that has gold in it. Love some bling for a christmas project!

Once that was done I stitched up a very basic pouch with a zipper, lining, cotton batting for sturdiness and boxed corners so it could stand up.

Sorry I can't be more specific about measurements but it was one of those projects where I just stitched it up quickly so I could use it as my poster project for the swap! I am very flattered that so many people liked it - thank you for your kind emails and comments!

I'm trying to add more details to my patchwork and spend more time on projects. I have the skills but not always the time so I'm having to force myself to look at my projects as a long game where I can stitch one step at a time rather than start and finish something in an afternoon. The star blocks are very easy and a great way to use scraps or incorporate fussy cuts into your project.

The swap is going well so far - the funny thing is that there was an even number of participants so I don't have a partner :( I'll still make another one for the inevitable parcel that doesn't arrive. Lots of lovely pictures popping up on the #sweetpouchswap hashtag! Keep them coming!

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