How to make a stylish glasses case from a tie

For Dad for Father's Day! - by Rebecca Lowrey Boyd

Father’s Day is fast approaching, so now is a great time to spoil him and get creative at the same time. In this simple DIY project, you'll learn how to repurpose one of his old ties to make a stylish case for his glasses.

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What you will need

One second-hand necktie

Seam ripper

Fabric scissors

Ruler

Pen

Self-adhesive Velcro

Meedle and thread

Instructions

Step 1

Lay the necktie flat with the back side facing up. Measure and mark 17 inches (43cm) in from the tip, then cut the tie width-wise. Discard the narrow end of the tie.

Step 2

Use a seam ripper to open the seam along the back of the tie 6-7 inches (15-18cm) to create a pouch.

Step 3

Measure 8 inches (20cm) in from the cut end and mark. Fold the tie at the mark toward the pointed tip and tuck under 1/2 inch (1.3cm) of cut edge and pin.

Step 4

Using small whip stitches along the top and sides, hand-sew the folded-over portion of tie to only the top layer of fabric beneath it.

Step 5

Hand-stitch along the top and sides, securing the folded-over portion of tie to the top layer of fabric beneath it.

Step 6

Fold the tip of the tie over to make a flap. Finish by affixing a set of self-adhesive Velcro dots to keep the case closed.

Now you’ve got a unique and stylish Father’s Day gift for Dad!

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Rebecca Lowrey Boyd

Rebecca Lowrey Boyd is a former magazine editor and the founder of Wee Birdy, one of The Sunday Times’ Top 50 Blogs in the World. A design nerd and bird enthusiast, she can usually be found poring over Pinterest, knee-deep in Bunnings or sticky-beaking at modernist homes in Sydney’s bushburbia.