October is a big birthday month for us, and Christmas is just around the corner. This means that gift season is upon us, and because sometimes it can become a challenge to purchase things for each special person, I have put together the tutorial below for anyone who would like to make a gift instead. It is my first attempt at a tutorial so if anyone gives it a try, please share your feedback with me! This tutorial is designed to go with my Coffee Cup Cozy cut and sew fabric that is available from Spoonflower.com. I created the Deconstructed Moss Decor color palette for this design using the Adobe Kuler App. (The photo in the background is indeed the centerpiece mentioned in the color scheme description.)
![CoffeeCupCozyFatQuarter](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/CoffeeCupCozyFatQuarter-1024x815.png)
To complete this project you will need:
- the fabric mentioned above
- eyelets (8 per cozy)
- ribbon (34″ per cozy)
- fusible interfacing
- coordinating thread
1. Iron on fusible interfacing for a lining. Dont forget to use a pressing cloth, and follow the directions that come with the specific interfacing you chose.
![1A_Interfacing](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1A_Interfacing-1024x682.jpg)
![1B_Fuse](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1B_Fuse-1024x682.jpg)
2. Cut out along dashed lines.
![2_CutOut](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2_CutOut-1024x682.jpg)
3. Sew the right sides of the fabric together with a 1/4″ seam allowance leaving an opening to turn.
![3A_Sew](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/3A_Sew-1024x503.jpg)
4. Clip the corners at a diagonal to take extra bulk away, and then turn the right sides out.
![3B_ClipCorners](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/3B_ClipCorners-1024x504.jpg)
I used a pair of scissors to make sure I got the points looking crisp, but using a pencil might be a better idea so one doesn’t accidentally make a hole in the fabric.
5. Turn opening under, iron it & then topstitch it closed. I love topstitching as it can give a polished and professional look to your project.
![5A_Turn](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/5A_Turn-1024x682.jpg)
![5B_Topstitch](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/5B_Topstitch-1024x498.jpg)
6. Insert eyelets. Lay four eyelets out along the finished edge and marked the placement of each one. (My fine point sharpie worked perfectly).
![6A_Eyelets](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6A_Eyelets-1024x682.jpg)
Eyelets from Hobby Lobby, Eyelets from Paperwishes, Oriental Trading Company discontinued the ones I used. The Eyelet Outlet has a mix of browns that might work or they also have black. Grommets could be an even better option. I just used what I had on hand.
Then punch holes and install the four eyelets. (I used my silent setter scrapbooking hole puncher for this step).
![6B_PunchHole](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6B_PunchHole-1024x682.jpg)
Next fold the coffee cozy in half and mark the other side for eyelet placement. Punch four holes and install four more eyelets.
![6C_Mark](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6C_Mark-1024x682.jpg)
![6D_Install](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6D_Install-682x1024.jpg)
7. Lace 34″ of ribbon through the eyelets
![6E_Finish](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6E_Finish-1024x475.jpg)
![6F_Reverse](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6F_Reverse-1024x464.jpg)
8. Brew or buy some coffee or tea
![FinishedCoffeeCozy](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/FinishedCoffeeCozy-1024x1024.jpg)
9. Snuggle it up & enjoy! This makes a perfect gift with a coffee card hiding inside!
![GiftCardPackaging](http://www.jolenebalyeatdesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/GiftCardPackaging-1024x1024.jpg)
Inspirational Scripture:
“You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.” Psalm 23:5
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