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There is something you must know about me. I like accessories. Having things to go with, for example: a camera, is almost as good as having the camera. So, as soon as I got it, I started dreaming of things to go with it, and making this camera strap cover went on my to-do list.
Actually, this accessory is pretty practical. I don’t know if you have tried to carry one of these cameras around lately, but they get pretty heavy and the strap is really uncomfortable. When, I found out we were going to the zoo last week, I knew it was time that I finally got around to making this.
I made the cover with fabric from my stash, remarkable I know. It was such an easy project to sew, and sewing for my new camera made me pretty happy.
To me the most important thing this cover needed was a pocket. There I go accessorizing the the accessory. I made the pocket so that it wraps around the cover, essentially giving you a place to put a lens cover in the front and something else in the back. Who knows maybe I will become such a good photographer one day I will need a place to stick business cards. For now it will probably just be another place that I end up carry Hot Wheels.
With trying it out at the Zoo in 92 degree weather I can confidently say this is cover has been tried and tested. It made it a lot more comfortable to carry that day, well, as comfortable as you can be in that type of weather. It was enough to convince me that if you have this kind of camera you should help the strap out, for your own sake.
What You Need:
- 2- 38 in x 6.5 in pieces of fabric
- 1- 4 in x 6.5 in piece of fabric
- 1- 37 in x 6 in piece of fusible fleece
- Sewing Machine and basic sewing supplies
To Make:
- Start with hemming the top of your pocket (4 in piece.) Hem by folding it 1/4 in down and ironing. Folding over another 1/4 in and iron again. This keeps your raw edge hidden. Sew along the folded edge.
The picture below shows 2 steps combined, so hang in here with me as I explain.
- Lay the piece you want to be the outside of strap cover right side up, and lay your pocket on top right side up, lining up your bottom raw edges. Then lay what will be your inside piece, right side down. So, you should have the pocket sandwiched in between the two layers. Pin at the pocket to make sure it doesn’t shift. Sew along both of the long sides.
- When it is sewn together, iron your fusible fleece to the back of the piece that will be on the inside of your strap. On my strap this is the pink fabric. Your fusible fleece should fit perfectly between your seams and should come about a 1/2 in from each end.
- Now you can turn your cover right side out.
- Turn under your ends about a 1/2 in, and sew the edge of your cover shut.
- Fold your piece in half, the right side with pocket facing out. Sew along the edge to form a tube.
- Thread your camera strap through the cover.
- DONE, and ready to travel.
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Emma
How sweet! I have the same accessorising habit! Love the fabric too 🙂 Emma x
brenna
I am glad I am not alone. Thanks so much, Emma.
Katie Clark
Thank you!!! My sister and I are making one of these, and this is the best tutorial I’ve seen, yet.
brenna
Thank you so much, Katie. I looked in a lot of places for tutorials too, but never found one that combined everything that I wanted, so I made my own. Hope you both enjoy making them.
Tammy Northrup {Yours and Mine ARE Ours}
I love this! I am the same way with the accessories. It’s funny because I look at camera accessories almost as much as I look at cameras. : )
brenna
I know what you mean. I am dreaming over a new lens right now. lol
Mariely
Well, now this is on my to-do list! Thanks for sharing Brenna 🙂 I will let you know how it went.
brenna
I can’t wait to see how it turns out. Let me know if you have any questions about the tutorial.
Sarah De Diego (Journeys of The Zoo)
I love the material and it looks so easy to make. We have a few cameras with no strap and I love to sew. I will definitely make this. The pink in the flowers will bring out the colour in my husbands eyes 😉
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brenna
Thanks for stopping by, Sarah! Yea, I don’t see my husband carrying mine any time soon. Hope you have fun making this!
Corinne
I think I’m going to use this same concept to make a seat belt cover! Now that summer has started and I’m wearing tank tops, my seat belt keeps cutting into my shoulder. This would help, I think.
brenna
I think that is a brilliant idea, Corinne! I might have to make one like that for my self. actually, I know a couple family member that would love that. Thanks for stopping by.
Kelly@ Here Comes the Sun
LOVE the fabric that you chose. Very pretty.
brenna
Thank you, Kelly, it makes all the difference sewing with pretty fabric.
Christy Maurer
That is so pretty! I wish I were more crafty. You should sell them on etsy!
brenna
Thank you so much, Christy, for your sweet words.
Kim @ EverythingEtsy
You rock! I love this and I really do need to make one for myself. I might need to find something non-flowery just in case my husband is holding the camera…he might not like that! Ha!
Thanks for sharing your tutorial!
~Kim
brenna
Thanks for stopping by, Kim! I might be making another version of this soon, the husband wasn’t thrilled with the bright colors of flowers. lol
Holly @ Woman Tribune
Great tutorial, and that fabric is gorgeous! Eye-catching and totally perfect for a camera strap. I took a sewing class in high school for two years and while I can sew a button on and hem, that’s about all I can do. So I really love that camera straps are straight. That eliminates a lot of apprehension I would normally have.
brenna
Yep, all straight lines. It really was an easy project. Hope you get a chance to make this. Thank you for stopping by, Holly.
Jessica @ Jessie Kay Graphics and Design
What a great tutorial! I looked into buying one for my camera a while back and they are expensive on Etsy! But if I tried to make it myself I would probably sew a finger off or something. But I might have to try!
brenna
You can do it, Jessica! It is all straight lines. I will help you if you need anything.
Lexie Lane
Oooh! I want one! You’re so creative! Love the colors too!
brenna
Thank you so much, Lexie!
Rebecca, Soap Deli News
This is so pretty. Thanks for the tutorial. I’ve pinned it to my crafts board on Pinterest!
brenna
Thank you for your compliment and pinning, Rebecca.
Sarah
Awesome tutorial and must have accessory for any girly camera owner!
brenna
Thank you, Sarah.
Kimberlee
Nice tutorial. I saved it to one of my pinterest boards so I will remember to make it one day. It looks like a fun project that will sew up quickly.
brenna
Thank you, Kimberlee, it really is a quick project to sew.
victoria
this is darling! i have ZERO sewing skills, but if i’m feeling brave i might attempt! following from the nice to meet you blog hop…thanks for hosting! 🙂
brenna
Good Luck, Victoria! Try it and if you need any help I will be glad to help.
Meg @ Sweet Twist
I wish I could sew because I would love to have one of these, love it!
brenna
So glad you liked it, Meg!
faryn
I feel silly even asking. but on the pocket do i fold down all 4 sides?? Im still learning and i LOVE this one
brenna
It isn’t a silly question at all. Only fold down the top side. All the other sides will be sewn into the seams, so you wont have to worry about loose edges on the other 3 sides.
Jodi Stuber
Love this idea. only one (maybe) stupid question. What does the fusible fleece do? Is there an alternative that I can use if I don’t have this and don’t want to go spend money on any?
thanks for sharing 🙂 Love the patterns you used!
brenna
It is like batting, but has an adhesive side that can be ironed to the fabric. You could use batting and maybe quilt a few lines to help it stay in place. I have seen quilted camera straps before, so that would look nice.
Cynthia M
Hmm… with a trip to Europe in the works, I need to make a few of these! I wonder if using a softer knit fabric, or even using fleece on one side, would be do-able? Thanks for the tutorial!
Drea
Trying this tutorial and the strap is very wide. What are the seam allowances on the sides when sewing up the length of the strap?
brenna
I believe I used a 1/2″ seam allowance. I’m sorry your strap is too big. Did you fold it in half again at the end? It should be a couple inches wide in the end.
Drea
Oh, that was definitely the issue – I was thinking it was one fabric on the front and one on the back, but the other fabric is in the tube. Whoops! Still turned out really cute (I just sewed it down quite a bit). Going to have to try it again 🙂