Tutorial: Pocket Tissue Holder

These tissue holders are super easy and quick to whip up and make nice little gifts, especially during cold & flu season.

Measure four rectangles: two (4 x 6 inch) and two (5 x 6 inch). Cut out. I usually make a few at a time to have some extra on hand.

Fold the two 5 x 6 rectangles in half lengthwise (so they measure 2 1/2 x 6 now) and iron flat. 

Take the two 4 x 6 rectangles and make a sandwich, laying the one you want as the back of the tissue holder facing up, the one underneath will become the inside lining. Place them wrong sides touching. 

Lay one of the newly ironed 5 x 6 pieces on top of the sandwich, making sure the ironed (folded) edge faces the middle and the raw open edges are on the side (here aligned with the left side).

Lay the second ironed piece on top of that but aligned with the opposite edge this time. Again, making sure the ironed (folded) edge is facing inward and the raw open side is aligned with the edge. I used a contrasting fabric as one of the flaps (here aligned with the right side).

Sew along the edges using a 1/2 inch seam allowance. I use a zig-zag stitch for added flexibility in putting the tissue pack inside. It can be a snug fit.

Clip the corners for less bunching of fabric in the corners when turned right side out.

Stuff with tissues and enjoy!

You can easily add ribbon or trim embellishments or even buttons. Below, I added really cute selvage as the trim.