How to Make a Doll Pencil Case - free sewing pattern

Doll accessories are fun and easy peasy to make, especially this doll pencil case. All that is needed is a small piece of fabric and narrow Velcro to make an adorable pencil case for a new school year.

It is just the right size for 18" dolls like American Girl, Our Generation, Journey, Playtime by Emmie, My Life As, and New Adventures Styles dolls.

Get a small scrap of fabric, some Velcro for easy access, and a sewing machine and get started making this great project and fun back-to-school accessory to hold school supplies and new pencils.

Learn more about sewing a pencil bag for an 18-inch doll by watching our video tutorial, or keep reading this post with step-by-step instructions for our pencil case sewing pattern.

INSTRUCTIONS to sew an 18" doll pencil case

STEP 1: Fold and iron the long edges

Lay the fabric on the ironing board with the right side facing down. Begin with one long side of the fabric (3 1/2" side) and fold it towards the wrong side 1/4".

Iron this edge. Then, do the same with the other long edge, folding it 1/4" in and ironing it.

Step 2: Sew the folds

Take the fabric to the sewing machine, put it under the presser foot, and sew the two folds down. Sew using a straight stitch close to the folded edges of the fabric. There is no need to backtack at the beginning and end of the stitching because when sewing the side seams, the folded fabric will be secure.

Step 3: add the velcro

Center one piece of Velcro along the folded and stitched edge of fabric. The Velcro should be placed on the wrong side of the fabric. Sew the Velcro to the fabric with a straight stitch. Remember to backtack at the beginning and end of the stitching this time.

Backtacking is simply sewing in reverse to secure the beginning or ending of your stitching.Sew the other half of the Velcro piece to the other side of the piece of fabric over the folded edge. Trim the threads.

Step 4: Sew the sides of the pencil case

Fold the fabric lengthwise with the right sides together so that the two pieces of Velcro on the long sides are next to each other. 

Sew the short edges of the case using a 1/4-inch seam. A pin can hold the fabric while sewing. It is important to backtack at the beginning and end of the fabric.

To prevent fraying of the raw edges on the inside of the pencil case, sew a simple zig-zag stitch along the sides. 

The zig-zag will catch on the left side and the needle should go off the edge of the fabric on the right side.

Step 5: Turn the Pencil case right side out

Be sure to clip all of the loose threads on the pencil case. Then, turn the fabric right side out through the opening.

The pencil case is complete and ready for your doll to use!

The hook-and-loop tape will keep the case closed and anything stored inside safe.

Next, make some doll pencils to put into the case and a backpack to hold it, and the doll will be ready for school!

We hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to make a new pencil case to hold pencils for an 18" doll.

Other School Supplies for in her backpack (free patterns)

• Crayon Box and Coloring Book
• Doll Notebook
• Miniature Pencils for Dolls
• Doll Pencil Case
• Doll Mug
• Doll Hair Bow

Other doll accessories you might like:

• 18" Doll Scarf
• 18" Doll Tote Bag
• 18" Doll Apron
• 18" Doll Purse