MATERIALS NEEDED
- 1 piece of leather 20 x 30 cm - Soft - Between 1 and 1.3 mm thick
- 1 piece of Salpa synderme reinforcement - 20 x 30 - 0.6 mm thick
- 1 pigskin suede hide VELVET - Approximate surface area of 0.25 m²
- 4 round neodymium magnets - 20 x 2 mm
- Polyester thread (machine sewing N°40) or linen thread (hand sewing M40/M50)
- Leather glue
- A cutter
COMPLETE TUTORIAL VIDEO
1. Cut out the pattern pieces
Cut out the pattern, then transfer pieces P1 and P2 onto the leather piece.
Using a cutter, cut out the different leather pieces.
2. GLUE THE SALPA
Apply contact glue to the back of piece P1 (leather) and to one side of the Salpa reinforcement (0.6 mm thick).
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Glue the leather and Salpa together. Flatten the glued areas well with a pressing roller.
Trim the Salpa to align it perfectly with the edges of the leather.
3. GLUE THE MAGNETS
Glue the four magnets (neoprene glue or super glue) to the designated locations on the pattern. Test their magnetism to ensure proper final positioning (a red mark should normally be visible on one side of our magnets; glue the magnets with this red mark visible for all 4 magnets).
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4. GLUE THE LINING
Apply contact glue to the back of pieces P1 and P2 and to the wrong side of the lining (pigskin).
Glue pieces P1 and P2 onto the lining. Flatten well and shape around the magnets (with a bone folder).
Trim the lining to even out the edges.
5. SEW PIECE P2
Pierce a small hole at each end of piece P2. On piece P1, mark the four holes of the inner reinforcement P2 (see pattern). For each pair of holes, pass a needle or a round awl from one hole to the other, going only through the lining (do not pierce the Salpa and leather reinforcement). This method allows for a discreet passage to secure piece P2.
With thread and a needle, stitch into a first hole, exit through the second, then pass through one of the holes of P2 and tighten firmly. Repeat several times to ensure a good hold.
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Do the same for the other end of P2.
6. SEWING THE CASE
Optional: make a decorative machine stitch on the longest side and on the flap (be careful with the magnets - use a zipper foot if needed).
Apply glue to the edges of the case along the sewing line. Fold over the bottom of the case then sew the two widths.
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Shape the case into its final form (see video).
The case can also be hand-sewn. We recommend simplified stitching for beginners or saddle stitching for more experienced crafters. Be careful when gluing the edges: on the pattern, there are 14 stitching points on the front of the case and 15 on the back to make a saddle stitch (it is therefore normal to have one extra visible stitch when gluing the edges).
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7. FINISH THE EDGES
Optional : for a professional finish, work the edges with an edge finish product.
OPTION: personalize the glasses case
Personalize the case with a date, word, or name using our brass letters.
You're finished!
And there you have it, your glasses now have their cozy, handmade home! Practical, stylish, and above all, unique. All that's left is to choose the color for your next one!
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