Made in the Shade Sunglasses Case Pattern

Protect your shades in style with the Made in the Shade Sunglasses Case Pattern by Sookie Sews, a fun and functional project perfect for beginners through to confident sewists.
This thoughtfully designed pattern creates a padded, soft-structured case that keeps sunglasses or reading glasses safe while adding a splash of handmade flair.
Using simple construction techniques, the pattern guides you through layering your fabrics, adding stabiliser for protection, and finishing the case with clean edges and a secure closure.
Whether you choose bright quilting cottons, modern blenders, novelty prints, recycled scraps, batiks, or faux leather accents, the Made in the Shade case sews up beautifully for a polished and practical finish.
Lightweight and compact, this case is ideal for handbags, beach totes, glove compartments, or travel organisers.
It’s also a brilliant project for beginners, fat-quarter bundles, class groups, or retreat sewing.
Combine expressive fabrics with decorative topstitching, contrast lining, or embroidery for a unique and personal touch.
Creative Uses & Inspiration
• Everyday Sunglasses Protection – A soft, padded case perfect for your favourite sunnies, readers, or blue-light glasses.
• Faux Leather Luxe Version – Use your Everything Fabric faux leather, cork, or vinyl mesh for a boutique-style case.
• Gift-Ready Makes – Ideal for birthdays, Christmas, Mother’s Day, teacher gifts, and handmade swaps.
• Market Stall Sellers – Quick to sew, eye-catching, and a great way to showcase small cuts and fun prints.
• Travel Organisation – Sew matching cases for sunglasses, chargers, make-up brushes, or tech accessories.
• Appliqué or Embroidery Accents – Add names, motifs, or monograms for personalised designs.
• Scrap-Friendly Sewing – Perfect for using leftover fat quarters, quilting offcuts, and lining fabrics.
• Kids’ Versions – Bright, novelty cases for children’s sunglasses or small toys.
• Matching Set Sewing – Coordinate with tote bags, wallets, key fobs, and holiday beach bags.
• Seasonal Themes – Make summer prints, coastal colours, Aussie florals, or festive seasonal versions.