DIY Pillow Canvas Cover

Watch our video above to watch our DIY Pillow Canvas Cover Tutorial. This is the perfect additional piece for any room inside the house. Our 10 oz canvas fabric is a middle-weight natural cotton duck made from single yarns. It is considered an economically priced fabric that is exceptionally versatile, as it can be used in a number of products or applications. This 10 oz canvas fabric is woven in an oxford weave and drapes very nicely. AB Grade canvas has more cotton seeds and flaws (Kitty) in the fabric. This canvas is used usually for tarps or covers. Customers also use this fabric to fabricate products having a worn, older look. We stock A grade 10oz canvas in other widths as well.

What You Need to Make Your Own Pillow Cover

Product List

Fabric – 10 oz Duck Fabric | 60″ Width | Steel Gray

Additional Accessories

#9 Zipper in Black – Made in USA
Bonded Polyester Thread T135
69 Bonded Nylon Thread | T69
Bonded Nylon Thread | T207

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store):

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10-Step DIY Masks For The Family

Watch our video above to watch the 10-step DIY Masks Tutorial sewn by Julie of Julionne Designs. There are so many DIY mask tutorials out but our is a bit different! We show you how you can make a DIY mask for men, ladies, and kids in 10 steps! It is so easy that you can do it on your home machine or an industrial one. If you like this tutorial leave a comment on what you want to see next!

What You Need to Make Your Own Mask

Product List

Fabric – Nonwoven Dust Cover Fabric

Men’s Print – 420 Denier Woodland Camo | 60″ Width

Women’s Print – Take A Walk On The Wild Side | Lulet Designs

Kid’s Print – Space Jungle | Lulet Designs

Additional Accessories

Polypro Non-woven 24 Gram Filter Media
Aluminum nose bridge Strip, Adhesive Backed Nose Clips for Masks
Elastic Webbing .25 in Used In Masks
Elastic Webbing .375 in Used In Masks
Elastic Webbing .5 inch

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store):

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Every trick or treat’er needs Halloween Treat Bags for their massive candy stash! Here we offer a great bag design plan and detailed instruction for you. So follow along as our good friend – Kim Chagnon – from Kim’s Upholstery crafts authentic and fun trick or treat bags! They will certainly be the envy of the neighborhood during the big night!

With ample space and interior volume for all of that Halloween candy, this finished bag will be a welcomed addition to the fun of Halloween night. When the night of parading around seeking succulent sweets is over, you can easily fold this bag, store for safe keeping, and use for many years ahead.

The fabric used for these treat bags is a very durable and strong #12 Cotton Duck Canvas, and which is a very dependable and reliable fabric for many different uses and applications, and due to its heavy duty construction. This fabric has two single yarns plied together in both warp and weft directions. These yarns are then woven in a plain weave pattern. The weave and the cotton fibers make this fabric ideal for things like durable and sturdy tote bags to artist painting canvas!

Learn the art of cutting and sewing, and then adding nice and functional embellishments such as handles and Halloween pumpkins! Click-thru this link for your own pdf guide and for future reference and keeping.

Please enjoy this step-by-step instructional video as you enjoy making your very own trick or treat bags!

**As of 01/01/2023 CanvasETC will start distributing faux linen fabrics with various finishes and speeds.  These fabrics are ready for print.  Do you need just the fabric, or do you need us to print, cut, sew and fill the bags?  Call us at 404.514.7166 or email us at cs@canvasetc.com**

If you have ever been to a tailgate party, brewery, Fall football game or picnic, you have probably seen cornhole being played. Cornhole is a very popular game (similar to horseshoes), played using two sets of bags, two platforms and up to four players on two teams. With its popularity, and our immense stocked inventory of duck cloth in a wide range of colors, we are often asked how to make cornhole bags.

Cornhole is great for all ages and easy to carry with you to your next outing. At Canvas ETC, we encourage people to take part in the DIY trend and make their own household items. This includes your very own game of cornhole, and regulation cornhole bags.

How to Make Cornhole Bags with Cotton Duck Fabric

Check out our  detailed video tutorial on how to create your own cornhole bags. This easy project is perfect for even a beginner. Just make sure you have your tools handy for this quick project.

What You Need to Make DIY Cornhole Bags:

Product List:

*Rotary Cutters

*Straight Pins

*Measuring cup

*Marking Pen

*Straight Edge

*Scale (digital)

*Funnel

*Cutting Mat

*10 oz Red Duck Cloth or other preferred color – 8 bags/ 1 color for 4 bags

*Sewing Thread (Bonded Polyester T69)

Cornhole Bag Filling – How to Make Cornhole Bags

There are two common fillings for cornhole bags: corn and pellet filling. Bags are filled with either resin pellets, or corn filling in regulation size squared bags.

• Corn Filling: Traditional cornhole bag players prefer to stick with an equally traditional filling. Corn filling requires that the bags get broken in over time. Over time, the corn breaks down, leaving a fine dust behind. This helps them slide more easily on the platform. While this is a popular filling, it does have its downsides. The natural corn can suffer from decay and mold if not cared for properly. If you plan on children being the predominant players of your cornhole game, the pellet option might be best.
• Pellet Filling: Plastic filling is a great alternative to corn filling. It does not break down, mold or attract rodents. If you lay the bags in the sun, they will dry out easily. Pellet filled bags do not require the breaking in time that corn filled bags do. In the end, it is all about user preference. 

Another method for How to Make Cornhole Bags follows below:

1. Each finished cornhole bag should be made of-and-from 10 – 12 ounce duck cloth, as is defined and detailed by the American Cornhole Association (ACA). Each cornhole bag should be at least 6″ x 6″ square, and should weigh between 14 and 16 ounces. A full and complete set of cornhole bags consists of four bags of one color and then four bags of another color (as the 2 teams of two each will require a different color bag).
2. Let’s start by making the cornhole bags by cutting out a 7″ x 7″ pattern from a poster-board, or a similar type of modeling paper. Then trace the pattern 8 times on each of the fabric colors, and simply cut out the squares. A cutting guide, cutting mat and a rotary cutter are helpful to have on-hand as they ensure that the fabric is cut accurately and quickly. The measuring lines are really helpful in this process. At the end of this step, you should have 16 squares—eight of one selected color and eight of the other color.
3. The next step involves actually sewing of the cornhole bags. After carefully threading your sewing machine, take 2 fabric squares, and then accurately match the edges together. Now, sew the cornhole bags with a seam that is  1/2″ from the edge. It is important at this step to ensure that you leave a gap on one side as this will be flipped to fill the bags up with corn later on! We recommend that you double stitch the edges of the cornhole bags for added strength and which will provide them with the durability required as they are thrown and land on the ground or wooden cornhole game panel. Moving forward, sew all 4 of the same color, and continue on to proceed with the next steps of filling the cornhole bags and then closing them. You can switch threading and sew the other four bags, if you would like.
4. Before you flip the cornhole bags inside out, it is wise and recommended to cut the corners off of each of the 8 bags. Why do this, you may be wondering?When you cut the corners, you will then be able to have sharper corners on the finished cornhole bags. A note of caution: be cautious when doing this, and ensure that you do not cut too close to the actual thread. Make sure that you  leave some of the duck fabric between the cut edge and the thread.
5. At this step of our DIY feature on how to make cornhole bags, you will need to flip the bags inside out first, and before poking out the corners with a pencil. Don’t press outwards too hard that the tip of the pencil pierces through the duck fabric itself!
6. The next steps involves filling the bags with the corn (or resin pellets, though the game traditionally involves bags filled with corn kernels). Carefully measure out how much of the filler material (corn or resin pellets) you will need and use the accuracy of the digital scale to ensure that the amount is equal to 15 ounces. 15 ounces (two cups) is required for each of the 8 bags as filler. Once the accurate amount/ weight has been reached, and verified by the digital scale, use your funnel to pour the filler (corn or pellets) into each bag.
7. Finally, neatly tuck the edges inside the bags. On the open side, sew each of the bags shut and as close to the outer edge as possible. Sew the entire  length of the cornhole bag’s edges for a crisp and professional look. Again, to keep and prevent bursting of the bags, we recommend a double-stitch along this side length, and for maximum protection/ durability!
8. Mission and DIY How to make cornhole bags project is complete, and you are ready to begin throwing some corn hole bags! This whole process should only take at an hour, and depending on your having all components on-hand and the ease of which sewing is for you. If you have any challenges, keep at it, and you could very well be on your way to becoming the go-to cornhole bags maker in your community!

A Brief History of Cornhole

There is not a sure and certain inventor of the cornhole, but in 1883, a patent for a game called Parlor Quoits shows what appears to the modern version of cornhole. The only differences that the board featured a square hole instead of a round one. It was similar to horseshoes. The benefit of cornhole, however, was that it could be played indoors.

The rights were sold to a Massachusetts toy maker, and was then sold as a board with two different holes that had point values.

Cornhole Makes a Great Gift

Cornhole bags are a great gift for someone new to the sport. Bags can be customized by color and even embroidered for the person. If you know someone who loves playing cornhole or just enjoys lawn games, consider making a set of custom cornhole bags for them. If you have any questions regarding cornhole game rules, regulations, events and general “know-how,” you can always consult the American Cornhole Association at https://www.playcornhole.org/ 

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Polyester Mesh Fabric & Poly Thread – DIY Laundry Hamper

View our new video tutorial on how to create your own DIY Laundry Hamper! This three-sectioned laundry hamper is great for separating your laundry (delicate, white clothing, dark clothing). This pattern is intended to be used with a laundry sorter frame, and it is perfect if you need to replace an old frame liner. It is compact enough to be stored in a laundry room or in a large closet. Make the tedious task of doing laundry easier than ever!

The pattern is fairly easy to follow. For a list of items you’ll need to complete the project, read below.

What You Need to Make Your Own DIY Laundry Hamper

Sewing your own DIY Laundry Hamper is incredibly easy! Here’s what you need to complete the project:

Product List

• Polyester Mesh Fabric (about 2 yards)
• Bonded Polyester Thread

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

• Rotary Cutter
• Mat
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Marking Pen
• Cording (1/4 inch)
• Laundry Sorter Frame (may be a used frame)

Benefits of Using Mesh Fabric for Your Laundry Basket

Protect Your Clothes: The poly mesh provides a flexible receptacle to store your dirty clothing and towels in. No more smashed and wrinkled clothing. The mesh fabric, filled to capacity, is more gentle than typical laundry baskets.

Limit Mildew Growth: When you place wet clothing or towels in a laundry basket or hamper that has no ventilation, mold and mildew can ruin you clothing. Keep your laundry hygienic and bright by using a mesh-lined laundry basket. This DIY project is an easy way to keep your clothes cleaner.

Make Sorting Easy: Sorting clothes is less tedious when you do in advance. Sort clothes as they enter the basket with this DIY laundry basket segmented into thirds. Delicate, white and dark clothing are easily separated for later cleaning. Take the extra step out of doing your laundry!

Remove the Clutter: Home decor is important in any household. Make laundry rooms more functional and stylized with our DIY laundry basket. Keep laundry from piling up on the floor or tabletops.

Bonus: Laundry Hacks

At Canvas Etc., we deal specifically with fabrics and fabric care. Here are some top laundry hacks from our fabric experts:

1. Don’t wash your clothes so often. Just because you wear something once, doesn’t make it dirty. If there are no visible stains or unpleasant smells coming off the garment, hang it back up in your closet. Skip the laundry basket and protect your clothes. By washing them less often, you are ensuring they last longer.
2. Pay attention to washing instructions. All the symbols mean something on clothing tags. Not sure what they mean? This Wikipedia entry explains it all. Following the manufacturer directions will help you retain the garment’s color and size.
3. Minimize detergent use. Most of us use WAY too much because we are following the product directions. The truth is, you need far less than recommended, and by using less, you save money and experience less wear on your clothes.
4. Hang or fold your clothing right after drying. If you let your clean clothing pile up, you can create wrinkles that are nearly impossible to clear. If you don’t have time to fold and hang right after washing, at least lay clothing flat, in a pile. That way, you won’t have to iron the wrinkles out later.
5. Clean your washer and dryer. Believe it or not, detergent and fabric softener and build up on machines, trapping dirt and other particles. You can Google guides to cleaning your laundry appliances to remove the mildew and soap scum. The result? The sensors in your machines will do a better job of washing and trying clothes. This means energy savings and better care for your clothes.

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Solution Dyed Awning Canvas – DIY Outdoor Cushions

View our new video tutorial on how to create your own DIY Outdoor Cushions! These useful covers are water resistant and perfect for outdoor applications. Transform your dull or uncomfortable patio furniture into something you and guests can enjoy. The pattern is fairly easy to follow. For a list of items you’ll need to complete the project, read below.

What You Need to Make Your Own DIY Outdoor Cushions

Sewing your own DIY Outdoor Cushions are incredibly easy! Here’s what you need to complete the project:

Product List

Solution Dyed Awning Canvas

Bonded Polyester Thread

4 Inch High Density Foam

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

Rotary cutter

Mat

Ruler

Scissors

Marking pen

Extra Long Zipper

Cording

Webbing

Benefits of Using Outdoor Cushions

Protect Your Furniture: These canvas cushions will cover your furniture while distributing the weight of the person seated. Some chairs have slats or large holes that can cause pressure points. Protect your furniture with outdoor cushions.

Beautify Your Yard: Turn a drab patio set into something more dynamic. These cushions look professionally made and are practical. Cushions were designed to fit most common chair sizes. The handle makes them easy to move – so you can take them with you to go!

Get Comfortable: Your guests will be enticed to sit on comfortable pads instead of hard wood, metal or plastic.

Bring to Sporting Events: These cushions also function as chair pads you can take with you to sporting events and picnics. Sit comfortably wherever you are with DIY Outdoor Cushions. The convenient handle allows you to carry it everywhere you go.

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600D Polyester Sewing Tutorial – DIY iPad Case

View our new video tutorial on how to create your own DIY Fireplace Cover for outdoor use! This utilitarian fireplace cover is exactly what you need for your patio or deck. It features a water repellent polyester canvas that protects and preserves your fireplace. Sew this cover easily and with few materials.

What You Need to Make Your Own DIY Fireplace Cover

Sewing your own cover is easy to do! In less than one hour, you will complete this project using the following items:

Product List

Polyester Waterproof Canvas

Webbing

Thread

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

Ruler

Scissors

Snippers (for threads)

Marking pen

Benefits of Using an Fireplace Cover

Prevent Rusting – This fireplace cover will help prevent rusting of metal structures. Rust can weaken joint points and the bottom of the pit. Within a year or two, a perfectly good fireplace can become damaged beyond repair. By taking steps to prevent rusting, you’ll be protecting your initial investment.

Protect During Winter – Winter months lead to heating and cooling of your fireplace as well as water exposure. Protect your fireplace with a cover that will keep it away from the elements. In the Spring, when you’re ready to use your fire pit again, it’ll look like new.

Beautify Your Yard – A fireplace filled with ash and scorched wood can look unsightly. When you aren’t using your fire pit, cover it with this DIY fireplace cover. It will make your patio or deck look more streamlined and tidy. In addition to looking better, you’ll also be protecting it from the elements.

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Ballistic Nylon Sewing Tutorial – DIY iPad Case

View our new video tutorial on how to create your own DIY iPad Case! This utilitarian device cover is everything you need for back-to-school. It features a nice pocket to store power cords or a stylus. Magnetic fasteners are easy to sew into the fabric and make for a sleek and attractive feature. Slide it into your child’s backpack, purse or messenger bag.

What You Need to Make Your Own DIY iPad Case

Sewing your own DIY device case is easy to do! In less than one hour, you will complete this project using the following items:

Product List

1050 Denier Ballistic Nylon

Polar Fleece

2 Pairs of Magnets

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

Rotary cutter

Mat

Ruler

Scissors

Snippers (for threads)

Bone folder

Marking pen

Seam ripper

Clips

Straight pins

Benefits of Using an iPad Case

Take to the Beach – Bring your iPad or other tablet safely to the beach! This iPad case will protect against sand and the elements when you feel like bringing work or entertainment to the beach. Watch a movie, read a book or catch up on a project while relaxing with your iPad case.

For School – These days, most students bring a device home for school work. Whether it’s an iPad, Chromebook or other mobile device, you can transport it safely in this DIY cover. It slides easily into your child’s backpack or messenger bag.

Take on Vacation – Protect your tablet or iPad while on the go. Traveling is stressful and your personal items can easily become damaged. Don’t wait another minute to create this attractive cover that is sure to protect your iPad and tablet device.

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Canvas Sewing Tutorial – DIY Canvas Storage Totes

View our new video tutorial on how to create your own multi-use DIY canvas storage totes! This stylish and useful carrier is created using our high-quality cotton duck canvas and 2-inch wide polypro webbing. These materials are durable and useful for a variety of applications.

What You Need to Make Your Own Heavy Cotton Canvas Storage Totes

Sewing your own DIY canvas storage tote is easy to do! And once you learn how to create your very own tote bag, you will possess the knowledge and skill set to repeat this project time and time again! In less than one hour, you will complete this project using the following items:

Product List

#1 Cotton Duck Canvas (1 yard)

Black PolyPro Webbing – 2 Inch Wide (3 yards)

Spool of Heavy-duty Thread

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

Marking Pen

Pair of Scissors

Clips

Ruler

Benefits of Using a Canvas Storage Tote

Take to the Beach – Bring beach toys, towels and snacks with you! This tote can carry a heavy load, so toss all your essential beach items inside for a fun afternoon of laying in the sun and swimming.

Carry Craft Projects – Whether you knit or sew, these canvas storage totes are an easy way to carry your current craft project. Skeins of yarn and rolls of fabric fit well into the cylindrical shape. Carry your project with you to sewing circles, on your commute to work or work out of the bag in your home.

Toy Storage – Plenty of toys fit nicely into this tote. Due to it’s solid, flat bottom and sturdy sides, you can place toys inside and the tote will stand up. Place a few of these canvas storage totes against a wall for a trendy toy storage area.

For Groceries – Using reusable bags for your shopping is a sustainable, ethical choice. Whether you’re headed to your local grocery store or farmer’s market, this canvas tote can carry anything! If the bag gets stained or something spills inside, you can toss the bag in your washing machine to easily clean, or simply wipe with a cloth.

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Canvas Sewing Tutorial – DIY Log Carrier

View our video tutorial on how to create your own practical DIY Log Carrier! This stylish and useful carrier is created using our high-quality cotton duck canvas and polypro webbing. These fabrics are ideal for creating items that get lots of use with heavy weight.

What You Need to Make Your Own Heavy Cotton Canvas Log Carrier

Sewing your own cotton canvas log carrier is easy to do! In less than one hour, you complete this project using the following items:

Product List

#1 Cotton Duck Canvas (¾ yard)

Black PolyPro Webbing (3 yards)

Spool of Heavy-duty Thread

Other Supplies (to be purchased from your local craft store)

• Marking Pen
• Pair of Scissors
• Clips
• Ruler

Benefits of Using a Heavy-Duty Canvas Log Carrier

To Carry Firewood – Firewood can be awkward to carry around. This carrier makes it easy to load, unload and lift heavy piles of firewood for your next bonfire. It’s also great for carrying firewood indoors to burn in your fireplace.

Keep Bugs Away – Keep bugs that live on and under firewood off your clothes and body. By using this nifty firewood carrier, you keep the critters away!

Carry Larger Loads – This diy heavy-duty cotton canvas log carrier makes it easy to carry heavier loads. Firewood can be awkward and carrying by hand can limit your ability to lift more than one log. The logs are easily loaded and lifted with this carrier design.

Put Less Stress on Your Body – Take the stress out of moving firewood. Roll firewood directly onto the carrier and lift the handles for easy, stress-free firewood conveyance.

Use to Carry Other Items – Firewood isn’t the only thing you can use this carrier for! Use it to move stones, bricks or other outdoor items!

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