Artist Brush Roll PDF digital sewing pattern

Sew this roll-up organiser in durable, water resistant fabrics with pockets to store pens, pencils, paintbrushes and other craft tools. This is a digital PDF Sewing Pattern that will be available for immediate download once purchased. 

A beginner friendly pattern which is straightforward and easy to sew - with plenty of tips for sewing with waterproof fabrics - although you can make the brush roll in ordinary cotton or canvas. There is the option of installing metal or plastic snaps which requires having the correct tools as outlined in the accompanying video. 

Perfect for everyday storage, art classes or out in the field, this functional design comes in three sizes and is for both amateur and professional artists. It can also be used to store crochet hooks and knitting needles. Fold over the top and snap in place to prevent tools from slipping out, before rolling it up and securing with the tie to close. 

FEATURES

• numerous pockets for storing craft tools
• fold over top with snaps to prevent items from slipping out
• a fabric tie to close
• three size options depending on the length of the tools

This is a detailed sewing pattern which contains 15 pages of step-by-step instructions, along with colour photos, making it perfect for the visual learner. All the pattern pieces are measure and cut, no printer required, with a bonus cutting layout for batch sewing multiple brush rolls. There is also a full length video tutorial for this pattern to sew a long with me!

THREE SIZE OPTIONS

• The Small size has 12 pockets and can be used for shorter length watercolour paintbrushes, sketch pencils, Sharpie markers, pens, shorter craft tools, even crochet hooks.
  
  
• The Large size has 15 pockets and can be used for paintbrushes measuring up to 9.5” (24cm) in length, as well as sketch pencils, Sharpie markers and other craft tools.
  
  
• The Extra Large size has 15 pockets and is for longer oil and acrylic paintbrushes measuring up to 16” (41cm) in length. It can also be used for knitting needles of varying lengths. 
  
  

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

• Small 12” W x 11” H (30cm x 28cm)
• Large 15” W x 12.5” H (38cm x 32cm)
• Extra Large 15” W x 18.5” H (38cm x 47cm)

SKILL LEVEL

Confident beginner

RECOMMENDED FABRICS

This pattern is designed to be sewn with waterproof fabrics such as laminated cotton which is simply cotton with a polyurethane coating. It is easy to sew, wipe clean, washable and resilient, making it ideal for any item that requires frequent cleaning. It is also more environmentally friendly than traditional oilcloths or PVC coated fabrics minus potentially harmful dyes or chemicals such as lead, BPA or phthalates. Some laminated cottons are also certified as food safe. You will find a small selection of organic laminated cottons in my Shop.

You could use other fabrics such as ordinary or waterproof canvas, waxed canvas, vinyl or dry oilskin. If you are using cotton for your bag, I would suggest adding a layer of fusible medium weight interfacing to the fabric to make it equivalent in weight to laminated cotton. There is enough of the lining fabric for the exterior contrast along the base, or you can choose something like cork, vinyl or faux leather.

Fabrics not recommended for this pattern:

- Stretchy waterproof fabrics such as PUL or Ripstop
- Iron on vinyl which may separate from fabric
- Thicker vinyls or leather, unless you have a heavy duty sewing machine


SUPPLIES

Exterior: 

• 1/2 Yard/Metre laminated cotton or other waterproof fabric of fabric width 44”/112cm or 56”/142cm

Lining: 

• One Fat Quarter, i.e. 18” x 22” / 50cm x 56cm plain waterproof nylon or canvas fabric for fabric width of 44”/112cm or 56”/142cm  

Hardware:

• Two (2) ‘S’ Spring metal snaps (e.g. 12mm or 15mm), or plastic KAM snaps or similar (optional but recommended). Note, the Extra Large Artist Brush Roll can have a second set of the ‘stud’ snap halves.

You will also need:

• Setting tool for the snaps 
• Hole punch tool or awl
• Marking tool like a pencil or tailor’s chalk
• Clips 
  
• Coordinating thread

VIEWING & PRINTING

No printer is required for this pattern unless you want to print out the instructions. All pattern pieces are measured and cut out.


LICENSING INFORMATION

You may sell items made from this pattern on your shop or website on a small scale. All items for sale must be handmade by you. Please credit SEW SOFIA in any written description. Please do not distribute, sell or duplicate this pattern in any way.