How I sew triangle thread catchers - make a thread catcher in less than 30 minutes

[@rsislandcrafts]

I like to have a little thread catcher or trash container near me when I'm stitching. I found the directions (link in description of video) to these triangle thread catchers and I thought you guys might like to see how they are made. The ones you see in the video should be in my ArtFire shop this weekend. bit.ly/2yAOWiR

[@lauramiddleton2709]

I sell them to and have them in my shop next year :D

[@manuelitaruiz9783]

Thank you for sharing this video with us, I loved this little thread catcher. They are cute and will come handy next to the sewing machine. I always fine myself with a mess of thread on the floor, now I will have a place to put as I go along thank you again I will be looking on your web side for the pattern.

[@joannepeyton1654]

Hi Robin: Just made my second thread catcher. Your instructions are perfect! And, the pattern really helped. Thank you so much for sharing. 💜😎🇺🇸

[@rsislandcrafts]

That’s wonderful! I’m glad my video and the pattern was helpful. I like having multiple little baskets around the house and craftroom.

[@mandyo3625]

On my to do list!!! Valentine’s Day is around the corner great for little chocolates and sweet treats!!! Thank you so much for this video!!! I appreciate the extra time and the extra advice!

[@rsislandcrafts]

They would make sweet baskets for a little Valentine’s Day candy. Happy sewing!

[@jas2627]

Great tutorial. I’m a visual learner so this video was especially helpful.

[@patbowman6723]

As usual you produced another great video. It was easy to understand and just what I am looking for. Thanks

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you Pat.

[@elainevockins9221]

Thank you so very much have found it x thank you for putting up with me lol x have a wonderful day xx take care and stay safe out there xxx

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m so happy you were able to find. I’m happy to help.

[@lorrainecrance5056]

Thank you for your fun video. I made some and they are so cute. I appreciate you taking the time, and your camera, and computer, etc to teach me something I saw was new to me and very useful at my sewing machine made out of my fabric scraps.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you! I’m glad you were able to make your own little triangle container.

[@cindygehrke5249]

As always Robin your tutorials are so well done! I will make a couple of these! I travel with hand sewing projects (either in the car, Drs office, or visiting) this will be a handy place to keep my “garbage” LOL! You remind me of things I forgot like using pinking shears on curved edges, and leaving a larger seam allowance to turn over and sew by hand closed. Thinking that one made of valentines fabric would be cute as a mini candy dish for conversation hearts 💕 💕 gift.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Cindy Gehrke Thanks Cindy! They would be good for little candies. I didn’t think of that. They’re just the right size for one serving size lol. I think my favorite part of reading blogs or watching videos is those little tips and tricks. At least that’s what I like so of course I add them to my video whenever I can. Have a great weekend!!

[@nanniibee]

I just found you a few days ago and Ive watched at least 8 of your tutorials already. Love the chit chat throughout and the twinkle fingers at the beginning ... cant wait to see all your tutorials - Ive learnt loads already... keep 'em coming please ♡

[@rsislandcrafts]

Welcome!! I’m so happy that you’re enjoying my tutorials, chit chat, and that you’ve learned a bit from my videos. I do two videos a week. On Wednesday I talk about what I’ve been working on and on Fridays I have a tutorial or a chatty video. If there’s ever a project you need help on or there’s a technique you would like to see a tutorial on please leave a comment. I’ll do my beat to make a video to help you out. Thanks!

[@nanniibee]

@@rsislandcrafts Yes Ive watched several WIP IT WEDNESDAYS already 👍🏽 actually just finished watching a couple 🥰

[@rsislandcrafts]

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[@Elfdaughter]

Oooh, this is going to come in handy. The amount of thread ends that always end up on my floor... this will be handy when I’m cross stitching too. Good way of using up fabric scraps too.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I like that it’s not too big so I can have one in each project bag.

[@annelumsden5775]

Just what I am looking for to keep in my sewing box for english paper piecing, thankyou for all the tips and tricks. Off to raid my stash

[@rsislandcrafts]

You’re welcome. They are the perfect little container. Enjoy your EPP project.

[@annelumsden5775]

Hi, I made my thread catchers this morning thanks to your clear tutorial, I found it handy to temporarily hold my buttons in place with a mini glue dot before I sewed them on. Happy days.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Awesome! That’s a great tip. Buttons always move as you’re sewing them down.

[@luannapierce2544]

I have been on a mission to save my threads the ones you clip after finishing back-stitching on a seam because my machine asks that I extend the thread to the back of the machine when threading the bobbin through.. and on every seam to start so the bobbin does not snafu. It seemed so wasteful. So I had been just collecting these threads to make a pin cushion with thread as the filling along with whatever they use in the strawberry on top of the tomato traditional pin cushions which supposedly sharpen your needles and pins. This is a much easier container to put threads in and prettier as well. Thank you so much. I have also seen them used to contain wonder clips the ones you have holding open the flaps with. I have a tin box that does that for me. Though if I get addicted making these I may go to a larger size for that use and gift them to crafty friends. THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVELY TUTORIAL. I appreciate the helpful hints and the detailed instruction in real time and showing us how to fix common mistakes for beginners. AWESOME

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thanks! I try to explain how to do things but i think it’s even more I important to show that a mistake isn’t the end of the project. Most things can be fixed with a little creativity. Wasting thread is so aggravating. I was actually grumbling about all the thread I wasted making thread catchers lol. I’ve been thinking about doing a series on pincushions. They’re fun to make and a great use of scraps. Some cross stickers like to buy those clear plastic Cristina’s ornaments. Then for an entire year they save their ORTS (old ratty threads) and fill the ornament. Write the year on It and you have a colorful reminder of all the projects you e worked on for the past year. I save a lot of things but I’m not a thread saver. I keep my clips in a plastic container that used to hold deli meat from Walmart. Lol. A little basket would be cuter but I need things with lids because I tend to knock things off the table or drop them all the time. Lol

[@luannapierce2544]

LOLOL cool ornament idea.. I am currently working on heat packs made of fleece I would use the trimming of the 1/2 " seam to 1/4 " seam to fill ornament shells .. much more visible. LOLOLOL ANTI PILL fleece is so soft I was thinking of making a tooth fairy pillow and stuffing it with the fleece scraps for my grandbabies. OOOOOO did you see the pin cushion scrap bag That looked interesting and USEFUL. Do you think you might do a tutorial on that? Apparently The Masquerade did one but I have not seen it yet. I would still make the adorable ones you demo-ed for travel and they take up a lot less room as well being available to toss the clips into and not have it make so much noise as it does with my Tin container. Thank you for your thoughtful reply.. I do not think of myself as a thread saver ... I just hate to waste it and am conditioning myself to adhere to that ole New England maxim. USE IT UP, WEAR IT OUT> MAKE IT DO OR DO WITHOUT. Fits beautifully in upcycling and greening ones carbon footprint, or simply honoring mother earth. My grandma told me her grandma used to make one of her bushes a thread bush to help out the birds with nests... but then she used cotton thread, not sure how polyester cotton would work for the birds. THANK YOU AGAIN!! fun chat!

[@carlagnadt1676]

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[@laurafifer4453]

Luanna Pierce theres two things that sharpen your needles, sand or Walnut grinds? You get it in the pet aisle. And both are frugal and good ways. Sand is free if you live near the ocean and the Walnut stuff is a few dollars. I have mixed both cause i like them to weigh down. But also use some stuffing in the mixture it protects the walnuts grind from tearing through your fabric, i have heard it happens. I have not had that problem. 🌺

[@mambakind]

Google 'sewing with leaders and enders" for a neat fix for thread wasting.

[@pokeyrella]

Really cute! And I love the way you showed how to turn it inside out to hide your thread. I like that look much better!!👏🏻👏🏻🤗

[@rsislandcrafts]

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[@scrapmeme54]

Thank you so much. Excellent tutorial❤

[@rsislandcrafts]

You are so welcome!

[@rosamunda4713]

The purple one you show at 4:58 - it has the sparkly inside. Love it!! Thank you for a great video.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I love that fabric too! I'm down to my last little bit.

[@Leilanibunny]

Ah I too am a multicrafter and I dream to have a craft room!!! Love the detail and everything!!!

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you! It is nice to be able to close my craft room door at the end of the day even if I’m in the middle of a project.

[@Leilanibunny]

@@rsislandcrafts I bet!! I always have to put everything away

[@rsislandcrafts]

Which takes up precious crafting time.

[@Leilanibunny]

@@rsislandcrafts it really does

[@kaybeveridge5771]

Xthank you Robin I finally found the pattern for the Thread Catchers.I really like the carry bags or totes from wip Wednesday and I will be waiting for the tutorial ( hexagons on both sides ). God bless

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m glad you could find the pattern.

[@cathyt4939]

these would be adorable little Christmas tree ornaments for holding individually wrapped chocolates and candies !!!!! on my todo list now!! a chocolate lindt ball or ferrero rocher or quality street candy would be the perfect size to tuck in!!

[@rsislandcrafts]

I totally agree. A couple people have mentioned putting candy in them. Excellent idea! A small little basket would make the candy feel special even if It were just a Hershey kiss.

[@jimsqueenie]

Dee, those are two of my favorite over-the-counter candies!! As a matter-of-fact, my hubby bought me the Ferrero Rocher candies for Christmas. The big triple stack that you can, sometimes, get at Sam's Club!!

[@shirleyhaberle86]

Thanks for your time, I very much understand and can’t wait to make one💕💞

[@sewgatormomm]

Wonderful tutorial, thank you! I appreciate all the detail.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you 🦩

[@jesspeak7543]

Very cute and functional, some great no nonsense tips and tricks, thanks. Jess

[@rsislandcrafts]

Jess Peak Thanks!! Happy crafting!

[@trduesing4117]

Thank you for offering so many options! Great job.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I hope it helps.

[@lindaamacdonald8219]

This is so neat to watch! Thank You for sharing your video.

[@lesleygilbert1945]

I've been knitting the past 3 weeks but back to my sewing machine this weekend. I'm hoping to make one of these to take to my crafty class next week. Thanks for a lovely tutorial and hope you have a great time crafting as well.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Lesley Gilbert You should be able to make one of these in no time at all. They’re very simple. I think It took me longer to sew on the three buttons than It took to make the little pouch. I’ve been knitting socks for my son (18) at night. Happy crafting!!

[@barbaracoulsonstamm4653]

Hello, Thanks I learned a lot.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kaybeveridge5771]

I have found you and I love the way you explain how to do. I love the little thread catchers but I couldn't find the pattern on the site you gave . Can you post the measurements or pattern please. You also made these cute little tote bags in 5 different colours , are you going to do a tutorial on them .have a couple of small nieces that would love to carry their dolls in them . Hoping to hear from you soon and keep up the good work.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Welcome! Thank you. I just double checked the link I provided in the description box and it takes you to a blog where they have the link for the pattern. I'm not sure which tote bag you're referencing. If you mean the baskets that I've shown recently in a WiP it Wednesday video then yes. There is a tutorial scheduled for 2/26 and a livestream for the variation on 3/6. If you meant another type of tote bag could you please let me know which video you saw it in?

[@giovannacasadio9600]

Very cute 😍

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you! 😊

[@deneicewatego1270]

I made 2 of these last night..love them thanks

[@rsislandcrafts]

Wonderful!! Did you post them anywhere I can see? Maybe Instagram?

[@kaybeveridge5771]

Sorry Robin I have hexies on the brain as I am working with them at the moment. You have squares on either sides of the tote. Thank you Kay B

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m sorry but this video is three years old and I have over 100 WiP It Wednesday videos so I’m not sure which number you watched. If you could please let me know which video you watched I can see if I already have a tutorial video for the bag you’ve mentioned.

[@MarinaMichaels]

I just found your channel through this video (don't remember how I found it! I think I googled for "ort catchers." 've been doing a lot of cross-stitching lately and the threads are hard to wrangle.) Anyway, this is a lovely, thorough video that even the beginnerest of beginners could follow. I love how you explain what pinking shears are, for example. Thank you. I've subscribed to your channel.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Welcome!! Thank you for the lovely comment.

[@eileenfb1948]

I need to make one. Thanks Robin.

[@rsislandcrafts]

eileenfb1948 They’re fun to make! I like the suggestion of making some for Easter and adding little candies to pass out to the kids or friends. Happy sewing!!

[@lauramiddleton2709]

Cute tutorial, great points. Thank you,.

[@ashleigh4176]

love this video and idea. also loving the rotary cutter, my mum has the same one :)

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you. 🦩

[@SuperPidgie]

FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE! Why did I never think of pinking shears for round things instead of all those snips??! From now on I will call you Robin, and you can call me Captain Duh. :-P

[@rsislandcrafts]

😂. The pinking shears definitely make turning curves easier. Sometimes I still need to make a clip or two but nowhere near as many as without the pinking shears.

[@jimsqueenie]

Loved this "thread catcher" video. Kept wondering how you were going to get that "flat swirly part"!! All I had to do was to continue to watch!! lol

[@rsislandcrafts]

Sometimes it can be very interesting to see how a project goes from start to finish.

[@jimsqueenie]

You, indeed, do a great job of explanations in all of your videos. I love that!! @@rsislandcrafts

[@garcialove5930]

exselente..!! bello from Ensenada México =)

[@donnad6870]

It is not too long your great!

[@rsislandcrafts]

I appreciate that. 💜

[@5d41k3]

Hi Robin, I just found your channel. I think you made some crocheted items for me a while back. So glad I found your channel.

[@rsislandcrafts]

5D41 K Welcome!! How cool. I’m glad you found me too. I’ve crocheted so many things for people that I don’t know if I could guess correctly. The first thing that pops into my head is when I crocheted several little stuffed toys. My favorite were these little robots and a miniature living room set with a rug and I think a chair? Was that for you?

[@addelinebell6158]

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[@snarkycard]

I'm so glad you did this tutorial! I saw a person on etsy selling one and I thought, - hey, I could make that myself - , but didn't know where to begin. Now I do. Thanks!

[@rsislandcrafts]

snarkycard Glad I could help! I’m always saying that. Why should I spend $$ when I can just make It myself. I love supporting handmade but it’s usually the shipping costs that stops me.

[@karenherman8653]

Great instruction!

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thanks Karen!

[@rosamunda4713]

I like the dark one with the colorful circles - you called it the purple one. You used that fabric in your coin purses also. I claim it!! Let me know when it's ready to purchase please. Thank you.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Wonderful! I'll get it listed for you today and then put the link here. Thank you!

[@rsislandcrafts]

I have it listed for you. bit.ly/2nt4fpt I ended up turning them all inside out from the video version. They seem to stay open better this way. That means the purple one is mostly the sparkly light purple on the outside with the purple and bright swirls on the inside. If you prefer it the original way just let me know and I'll switch it back. Thanks!

[@rosamunda4713]

I will have to see it in person to decide. I am such a purple fan - Love those fabrics.Plan to make several of these for friends too - thanks for a great tut! Already did the paypal thing.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I love purple too, that's why you'll almost always see a purple version of things lol. You can flip it back out if you want but the buttons will be on the inside. It's not hard to cut the buttons off and restitch them back on if you decide you want it the other way.

[@rosamunda4713]

I do not actually need a candy holder .... I just want one. Think about valentine fabric and some Hershey's kisses! I may have to make several of these.

[@Mari-pl5bi]

Thanks for the info I enjoyed it

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thanks for stopping by my craft room. I hope to see you next week!

[@ElleMH]

Such a cute project. What size crochet hook did you use for poking out the corners?

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you. If I used a sparkly plastic hook in this video than I’m not 100% sure of the size because there isn’t a size marked on this hook. Comparing It to my other hooks I would say It is other an I or a K. Any crochet hook that has a rounded tip will work nicely. You just don’t want the tip to be too small because you could accidentally pop it through the corner fabrics. I hope that helps.

[@mambakind]

Re: 'too much talking': Great way to etch the directions on my brain. Explaining once through, briefly, will not enter my long-term memory, so thanks for being patient and verbose!

[@kathyp3494]

Sarah J I agree!

[@Coquijim]

I just made one. I found it to be quite small, but too cute

[@rsislandcrafts]

They aren’t very big but yes very cute. They’re a nice for a short session of trimming threads or stitching but not for trimming an entire scrappy afghan. I think they would be cute at Easter with some jelly beans or small chocolates.

[@tinageorge8759]

Thank you for this tutorial, wonderful! Can you please tell me the actual measurements for this triangle pattern. Thank you! 💚

[@rsislandcrafts]

Tina George Thank you! There is a link to the free downloadable pattern in the description of this video. The triangles measure 9” on each side which includes the seam allowance. Hope that helps!

[@tinageorge8759]

RsIslandCrafts - Robin Thank you for responding, I did find the download but unfortunately I don't have a way to print it. So again, thank you!

[@rsislandcrafts]

Tina George You’re welcome. I thought that might be the issue. Have fun!

[@bevcote2357]

"Really, its just the inside of a garbage can" you crack me up thank you so much for sharing. I'm finally watching this at 2 am school is killing me. Have a blessed weekend. Oh I forgot, I pinned your 'scraps on register tape' to the sewing marine's youtube page a viewer had sent him a box of fabric with a sample of scraps on a roll of register tape and he wasn't quite sure what it meant. So I helped him out with your video. Now goodnight.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Bev Cote' Why stress? It’s just a garbage can right? I just watched the Marine’s video yesterday. I think youtube suggested him because of that scrap video. Thanks for sending the link! I hope you can fit in a little sleep with your school schedule. I’m sure it’s hard work but it’ll pay off later when you’re done and working. Keep up the good work!!

[@elainevockins9221]

Sorry where is the link? I can see it x can you tag me please point me in the right direction x I would appreciate it xx loving your video

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m sorry. But I can’t tag you. You need to go to the description box below this video. Open It up so you can scroll down a little. You’ll find a link to the blog where I found the pattern. Read the blog post and It will say I found the pattern on Lisa’s blog here. Click “here” and a pdf will open.

[@kayinthecave]

These are fun to make :)

[@rsislandcrafts]

Lots of fun.

[@beverleysimmons8080]

You been busy they are cute

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thanks!

[@fatimanina6858]

magnifique j'aime

[@rsislandcrafts]

fati manina Thank you!

[@sherrymaylee9714]

Where can we find this template?

[@rsislandcrafts]

The link to the pattern is in the description box.

[@beverleywarren8780]

Way to long could have given instructions in few minutes

[@rsislandcrafts]

Beverley Warren You’re 100% right but most of my viewers prefer the in depth long tutorials. They like to see each step in detail.

[@elainevockins9221]

Can you please share the pdf part of this pattern

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m sorry but I don’t have the actual pdf. There is a link in the description box which will take you to the blog where I found the pattern. Within that blog post there is a link to the pdf.

[@marytillman372]

I’m sorry this just went on way too long. I only need to be told once how to subscribe. You appear to be very talented but this video could have been 10 mins. I just don’t have the patience for this.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Mary Tillman I completely understand that. Some people are new to KZbin or just aren’t computer friendly and I have been asked to be clear about how to do things like subscribe. KZbin has those little arrows so you can fast forward past anything you don’t need to see. My viewers appreciate when I go into detail about how I make things and they like the little tips I add throughout the video. I’m sorry you felt It was too long but at least you have the link to the written pattern and you won’t need to watch the video. Happy sewing!!

[@marytillman372]

RsIslandCrafts - Robin Maybe you could add a link to a newbie video that people could watch if they want/need to. Your instructions were really good. Maybe you could condense them into a stand alone video.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Mary Tillman Thanks! I’ll keep that in mind.

[@karenross3457]

You can be detailed without being redundant or rambling. Think like a teacher. What is the goal of your lesson? What are the major steps? What part may need extra clarification? Make a brief outline of your presentation. It may seem cumbersome at first, however, with practice steps come naturally.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Karen Ross Thank you

[@patsyhand8333]

Thank you but this tutorial was like pulling teeth ! Way too long

[@rsislandcrafts]

Patsy Hand I appreciate that. I’ve tried making them shorter but my subscribers prefer all the extra tips and tricks. They like the feeling that they are right in the craft-room with me spending the afternoon sewing and chatting. Some people fast forward to the parts they need and others find a different tutorial. That’s one of the amazing things about KZbin. There are plenty of creators so that everyone can find the one that works for them. Happy Crafting!!

[@martyboles9315]

couldn't find the triangle pattern

[@lynbarling]

Patsy Hand it is a little long winded but great hints and ideas for a beginner. I just go forward over the bits I already understand. Thanks Robyn

[@anuchawla7183]

Pls tell triangle measurement

[@rsislandcrafts]

I put a link in the description for the tutorial I followed but the triangles are 9.5"

[@anuchawla7183]

@@rsislandcrafts thnq so much dear...😗

[@rsislandcrafts]

You're welcome!

[@jeanettamccaig4602]

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[@kim6803]

Too long because too much unnecessary talking.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I completely understand. Thank you for your constructive criticism. I’ve tried making videos with less talking but my subscribers prefer the longer videos where I show each step and point out any difficult areas and how to fix any mistakes. Many subscribers are beginners who appreciate the extra details. Those who are experienced sewists know that they can always fast forward the video and skip to the parts they need.

[@donnad6870]

Jeeze, give her a break, you try doing videos, not so easy.

[@rsislandcrafts]

Thank you.

[@minis8178]

Could have saved the fabric if folded wisely. Now lots of fabric gone to waste

[@rsislandcrafts]

Mini S If I fiddled with It I may have found a way to lay It out differently. It is easier for fabric placement to just lay It flat and trace the triangle. Cutting triangles tends to create a bit of waste fabric. I don’t always consider the pieces cut off as waste though. If the leftover bits of fabric are large than 2” they can be used in a variety of projects. Anything smaller or oddly shaped can be used for crumb blocks. Thanks for watching!

[@donnaerikson2497]

I almost fell asleep watching, too many un needed details about your mistakes. Snooooozzzeeeee!

[@sewgatormomm]

What a rude person you are.

[@lindaalbert8404]

Really too many Subscribe for me. Sorry but nope.

[@rsislandcrafts]

I’m sorry. Did you mean I have too many subscribers for you to be one? Or did I mention It too many times? I don’t mention It in every video but It is important to let any new visitors know that I have new videos coming out twice a week.