If you are one of the millions wielding coffee on your morning commute, why not jazz it up and personalize it with this easy to create java jacket? This cup sleeve can also be used for soft drinks, tea and the like, a definite way to spice things up! First, browse our fabulous fabric selection to get inspired for the project. Thanks, CraftyStaci, for this quick and easy routine!
The jacket above was created by Crafty Staci
You will need the following for your java jacket:
• Ironing board fabric
• Cotton batting
• Decorative fabric
• An elastic tie in a complementary shade to your fabric (can be a hair tie)
• Two 5/8” or 3/4” buttons (the buttons with holes are easier to sew on)
The hardest part about making your own coffee sleeve? Remembering to remove it prior to tossing or recycling your cup!
Directions to make your cup sleeve:
1. Draw your pattern to measure 10 ¾” straight across the top to the corner and 9 1/8” across the bottom, corner-to-corner. Draw it just under 3” in width. (Or cheat with a Starbucks sleeve! *see photo below)
2. Cut 1 pattern from cotton batting and 2 from the fabric of your choice. Flip the pattern piece over to cut the second pieces to ensure they are opposite the first!
3. Layer your fabric, iron board fabric and batting. First, a piece of iron board fabric, facing down. Then place your decorative fabric facing up. Cut your elastic band in half and place in the middle of the straight end, lining up the ends with the edge of the fabric.
4. Next, place your second piece of decorative fabric facing down over the elastic. Then add your 2nd piece of iron board fabric, facing up. Finally, layer the batting.
5. Pin the pieces in place and stitch around the edges with a ¼” seam. Leave 2” open around the bottom for turning and finish by backstitching over the elastic.
6. Clip the curves and corners
7. Turn and press, turning in the opening. Stitch all the way around the cup holder, closing all openings.
8. Lay flat and fold together as if enclosing a cup. Use a pencil to define the furthest points your elastic will reach without stretching—this is where you will place your buttons
9. That is it! You are free to show off your crafty coffee sleeve and feel good about doing your part for the environment by avoiding all of those cardboard sleeves!
thank you for this cute idea…i will give it a try!
Great post. I think this can be a really fun activity to work on.