Wouldn’t it be lovely to have your very own caravan painted in the prettiest ice cream shades, hung about with bunting and baskets of blooms? We sadly can’t give you the real thing, but we can give you the next-best alternative – a pair of sweet stitched caravans made up into pencil cases using simple sewing techniques.
The charts for each caravan are worked in whole stitches and backstitch only, making them easy projects for everyone. Once you’ve finished stitching, have fun choosing pretty fabrics, then finish with pom-pom trim and wooden buttons for a folky flourish!
How to make a pencil case caravan: Materials
- Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key
- Needle: Size 24 tapestry needle
- Fabric: 14-count white aida measuring 15x15cm (6x6in) for each design
- Extras: Backing fabric, iron-on interfacing, buttons, zip and pom-pom trim of your choice from your local craft shop
How to make a pencil case caravan: Technical
- Stitching time: 6-8 hours each
- Type of stitches: Whole cross stitch, backstitch
- Level: Beginner
- Stitch count 50 high x 40 wide
- Design area 14 HPI (28-count evenweave) – 9x7.5cm (3½x2¾in)
