THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT
- 1 piece of leather 20 x 30 cm - Soft - Between 1 and 1.3 mm thick
- 1 piece of Salpa synderm reinforcement - 20 x 30 - 0.6 mm thick
- 1 VELVET split leather pigskin hide - Surface area approximately 0.25 m²
- 4 round neodymium magnets - 20 x 2 mm
- Polyester thread (machine sewing No. 40) or linen thread (hand sewing M40/M50)
- Leather glue
- A cutter
FULL VIDEO TUTORIAL
1. Cut out the pattern pieces
Cut out the pattern, then transfer pieces P1 and P2 onto the piece of leather.
Using a cutter, cut out the different pieces of leather.
2. STICK THE SALPA
Apply contact adhesive to the reverse side of part P1 (leather) and to one side of the Salpa reinforcement (0.6 mm thick) .
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Glue the leather and the Salpa together. Flatten the glued area well with a pressing roller.
Overcut the Salpa to align it perfectly with the edges of the leather. 
3. Glue the magnets
Glue the four magnets (using neoprene glue or superglue) to the designated positions on the template. Test their magnetism to ensure correct final positioning (a red mark is normally visible on one face 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 adhesive to the back of parts P1 and P2 and to the reverse side of the lining (pigskin leather) .
Glue pieces P1 and P2 onto the lining. Flatten well and shape around the magnets (with a smoothing tool) .
Trim the lining to even out the edges.
5. SEW PIECE P2
Make a small hole at each end of piece P2. On piece P1, mark the four holes for the inner reinforcement P2 (see pattern). For each pair of holes, pass a needle or round awl from one hole to the other, going through only the lining (do not pierce the Salpa reinforcement or the leather). This method creates a discreet opening for attaching piece P2.
Using thread and a needle, pierce through the first hole, bring it out through the second, then pass it through one of the holes in P2 and tighten it securely. Repeat this process several times to ensure a secure hold.
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Do the same for the other end of P2.
6. CASE SEWING
Option : make a decorative machine stitch along the longest length and on the flap (beware of magnets - use the closure foot if necessary).
Apply glue to the edges of the case along the seam line. Fold down the bottom of the case and then sew the two widths together.
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Shape the case into its final form (see video) .
The case can also be hand-sewn. We recommend a simplified stitch for beginners or a saddle stitch for more experienced sewers. Take care when gluing the edges: the pattern shows 14 stitches on the front of the case and 15 on the back to create a saddle stitch (it is therefore normal to have an extra stitch visible when gluing the edges) .
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7. WORKING THE SLICES
Option : For a professional finish, treat the slices with a slice finish.
OPTION: personalize the glasses case
Personalize the case with a date, a word, a first name using our brass characters.
You're finished!
And there you have it, your glasses now have their own cozy, handmade case! Practical, stylish, and above all, unique. All that's left is for you to choose the color of the next one!
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