Ugh! I am going insane trying to perfect my coffee cuff! I have been making these for almost a year now. And every time I make a new one, or two, I make it somewhat differently- better. And I realize, those of you who have one of these cuffs, probably think the thing is just fine. But until I like it...
Kate's coffee cuff= reusable insulated fabric sleeve for take out coffee; made out of cute fabrics
Tonight I just can't seem to get the back seam the way I like it. I am begging for opinions. So offer them up. I was hoping that I could get this thing to be 2-sided, but the inside is not looking so hot.
Option 1: Sew a "box" at the back to sew down both ends of the sleeve.
Pros: Easy. Cons: There is a rectangle stitched on the back.
Option 2: Just sew down the top.
Pros: looks nice from the outside. Cons: There is a loose end inside, so might be annoying if used in "reverse" mode.
Option 3: Fit one end inside the other and stitch up.
Pros: Looks super. Cons: Kinda tricky to stuff it in, but mostly the top and bottom edges are uneven (says Shawn).
Option 4: Just like Option 2, but add a tag inside and just tack it down.
Pros: No loose flap inside. Just a small "tack" of stitching on the outside. Cons: Annoying tag if reversed (again, Shawn).
I will leave the options with just 4.
5 comments:
What about option 2 with a rolled hem? You can also use invisible thread for any of the options so you can see the thread when its reversed.
THANK you. I never even thought about using my serger. duh.
Right now in the car I have one of these....I will have to bring it in the house and send you pictures!! Mine isn't as thick as yours, but I'll show you what I have and how she created hers! Rachel Durand had them made for us at the banquet!
Thanks Shelley. I have a couple made with just canvas as the inside. These in the picture are interfaced with this thick insulating stuff. It has a metallic layer that is making me burn through my needles. Today I decided I am through with that stuff. Even though my sister says it keeps her coffee warm for like 4 hrs.
Is there any of that stuff you can get to iron on that will fuse that little flap down on option one so you don't have to make that stitch? I have the one you made me a while ago with the professional looking plaid print. I think it looks great even with the extra stitching.
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