How to Create a Hanging Wall Organizer With Pockets

Creating a hanging wall organizer with pockets is an excellent way to tidy up your space and keep your essentials organized. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make your own:

Materials:

- Fabric of your choice (such as cotton canvas, denim, or cotton blend)

- Coordinating thread

- Scissors or rotary cutter

- Measuring tape

- Iron

- Sewing machine

- Safety pins

- Dowel or wooden rod

- Leather cord or rope (optional)

Instructions:

1. Measure and Cut the Fabric:

- Cut two rectangular pieces of fabric for the front and back of the organizer. The size depends on your desired dimensions, but a common size is approximately 24 inches wide by 36 inches tall.

- Cut a piece of fabric for the pockets. Again, the size is customizable. A common pocket size is 12 inches wide by 6 inches tall, and you'll need multiple pockets based on your organizer design.

2. Create the Pockets:

- Hem the top edge of each pocket piece by folding down the edge about 1/2 inch and ironing it flat.

- Stitch along the hemmed edge to secure it in place.

3. Attach the Pockets to the Front Fabric Piece:

- Lay out the front fabric piece with the right side facing up.

- Arrange the pockets on the front fabric, spacing them evenly.

- Pin the pockets in place, ensuring that the hemmed edges are facing up.

- Stitch along the upper edge of each pocket, attaching it to the front fabric.

4. Sew the Organizer Together:

- Place the front and back fabric pieces together with the right sides facing each other.

- Pin along the edges, leaving the top edge open.

- Stitch along the pinned edges, using a 1/2-inch seam allowance, to sew the organizer together.

- Leave a 3-4 inch gap in one of the side seams for turning the organizer right side out.

5. Trim and Turn:

- Trim the corners of the organizer, being careful not to cut through the stitches.

- Turn the organizer right side out through the opening you left in the side seam.

- Gently push out the corners to give it a nice shape.

6. Close the Opening:

- Fold under the raw edges of the opening and pin them together.

- Stitch along the edges to close the opening.

7. Add the Dowel or Wooden Rod:

- Cut a piece of dowel or wooden rod to your desired length. It should be slightly shorter than the width of the organizer.

- Insert the dowel or rod through the upper edge of the organizer, leaving about 1-2 inches of space between the edges and the rod.

- If desired, you can add leather cord or rope to the ends of the rod for hanging.

8. Hang and Enjoy:

- Hang your organizer on the wall using the leather cord or rope.

- Add your favorite items to the pockets to keep your space organized!