If I learn how to use our sewing machine, I'll try to knock one out of semi heavy cotton duck, with edging of course. Very nice job on your end result, I'd like to add. Same for paint brushes.
Used to be, when you got a set of open-end wrenches they came with a pouch like this. The one I used to use was Army issue. This one is cool because it has just the tools I use all the time. Introduction: A Simple Tool Roll. More by the author:. Or if you are lazy like me, just stuff the excess in and stitch it down. Don't forget to add some extra slots.
And, yes, you do this before you start sewing the flap into place! Alternatives are velcro, snaps, or the shoelace tie of the true traditionalist. Oh, right. And there's the edge treatment, which I didn't get any pictures of. Did you make this project? Share it with us!
I Made It! Grace Rachel 5 years ago. Reply Upvote. UmurCelikyay 6 years ago. SparkySolar 7 years ago on Introduction. I like your Instructable Thank you so much for sharing Rima. Quanah 7 years ago on Introduction. I've been wanting to make one of these for years.
Procrastinating over Canvas of leather. Quanah Quanah Reply 7 years ago on Introduction. Quanah nomuse Reply 7 years ago on Introduction. I didn't want this to slip out, and seeing as it is one of my longest tools, I decided to add a loop to help hold it in place. I found this fabulous strap embroidered with woodsy animals - cut a short strip approx 1.
The straps are used to tie the roll up. You could figure out another way to do this with buttons or snaps instead. And you can buy straps, but I decided to just make them out of the extra fabric.
To make the straps, cut three lengths of fabric about 18" long that is 1" wide. Fold each one into thirds like in the photos and iron the seams. Run a double stitch down the entire length. I pinned one strap on at the center and the other two about 1" from the ends of the rolls.
I fold over the end and sew the straps at the same time shown pinned in the second photo. To ensure the straps are securely attached, I added reinforcements and stitched an X pattern shown in the third photo. Cut off any loose threads, fill it with your tools, and you're done! Let me know if you figure out any improvements - there is a lot of room for interpretation in this project.
Make it your own! Question 1 year ago. Answer 1 year ago. Question 3 years ago on Introduction. Now that several years have passed I was wondering if you still use your tool roll, and if you have altered it or would have done anything differently if you where to make it again. Thanks for the inspiration. I plan to make something similar to store my knitting needles and crochet hooks.
Reply 6 years ago on Introduction. Reply 7 years ago on Introduction. Thanks for the feedback! I love tool rolls. The set of wrenches I bought I picked up specifically because they were in a roll.
It is a heck of a lot easier then trying to keep a tool box organized. I have several that I use for balloon twisting, called "Busking Bags". I have no idea is that name is specific to balloons or not :. I use another for carrying pens. I bought one online that is designed for artists colored pencils. I've been wanting to make my own forever. Whether you hang this case on a wall or set it on a bench, a tilting rack keeps your chisels right at hand.
Here's a handy carry-all for organizing tools. And it goes together without glue or fasteners. This beautiful, traditionally styled chest will make the perfect home for your most prized hand tools. Since you are an affiliate, you can use this url to link people to this page and get credited for it:.
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