Sewing Wallets: Step by Step

Make this sleek, chic, gorgeous tri-fold wallet with a magnetic snap closure, zipper pocket, wrist strap, card pockets and more. Choose a favorite solid color fabric or a delightful print. If using a directional print, see pattern instructions for notes on placement. Find video instruction for this pattern in Sewing Wallets: Step by Step with Deby Coles.

Sewing your own wallet is easier than you think! Learn to sew durable, professional-looking wallets as So Sew Easy blog contributor Deby Coles guides you step by step through three classic styles.

Level: Intermediate

Finished Sizes: About 7 1/2″ inches wide by 3 3/4″ tall when closed, about 7 1/2″ wide by 10 1/2″ tall when open.

Materials Needed

• 1/2 yd quilting-weight cotton fabric for small non-directional prints; more fabric may be needed for large-scale or directional prints.
• 12″ x 9″ medium-weight fusible interfacing for the outer wallet, such as Decor Bond 809
• 12″ x 9″ woven fusible interfacing for the lining, such as Pellon Shape Flex 101
• 14″ x 25″ lightweight fusible interfacing for card and zipper pockets, such as Pellon Ultra Lightweight Fusible
• Magnetic snap, or snap closure of your choice
• 6″ or longer zipper
• 3/4″ wide D-ring or other wrist strap hardware of your choice

Free pattern: craftsy