Postcard

Postcard

Difficulty Level = Beginner

Stitch a fun and easy keepsake Postcard. Use a pretty fabric for the front and decorate as you choose. Have some fun and add vinyl, applique, or any decorative elements. You can even embroider by hand or machine. You could use stamps and washable markers and really personalize these fun little mementos. Add a stamp, address to your friends and family, and post away!

Our Facebook group is a great place to get help, share your tips and creations! We are a friendly bunch, and we love to help and see what you have made.

Please read the full instructions before getting started.

Wash, dry, and press your fabric before starting your project. A bit of prep now prevents shrinking and means your garment will stay the same size you made it.

Never leave a child or baby unattended or allow to sleep in a garment made from one of our patterns with ties, snaps, buttons, or anything they could remove, choke on, or get caught on. Always use caution if you are unsure. We love our patterns, but we love your bundles of joy more!

Size Range

Craft

Finished Measurements (Inches)

You will need to use a woven fabric. Great examples are cotton or quilting cotton. You will need to write on the Back, so it is best to use a plain fabric so that it is easily read. Do not use a stretch fabric.

Fabric Requirements 45 inches/115 cm wide (in YARDS)

* If you are using a narrower fabric, a directional print, or a fabric with nap you may need more.
** Make sure to wash, dry, and press all fabrics before cutting out in case they shrink.

You will also need:

• Light-weight iron on Interfacing – a fat quarter will be sufficient
• OPTIONAL Front decorations – you can use embellishments such as trims, buttons, ribbons etc. If you are adding embellishments, you could use fusible web on the wrong side of the Front piece to keep them in place. 
  • NOTE – Avoid using anything that is likely to get squashed, broken, fall off, or add to the thickness of the Postcard.
• OPTIONAL vinyl, fabric paint or fabric markers
• OPTIONAL Double-sided fusible webbing if you would like to layer fabrics
• OPTIONAL Batting if you would like to quilt the Front
• Thread to match

Tools needed are sewing machine, scissors, pins or clips, ruler, and a needle.

Posting Notes

Each country has different regulations on posting items. Follow your Post Office’s guidelines to ensure your beautiful creation will go through the mail. Keep the following in mind:

Please check the following before attempting to post:

• Thickness – What thickness is acceptable?
• Packaging – Check if you need to package your Postcard before posting. You could use a clear envelope so that the receiver still gets to see your amazing make, while keeping it safe and sound.
• Postage – Check you are using the correct postage so that the receiver is not liable for the cost of posting.
• Address – It is best to keep the Back of the Postcard clear of embellishments and check that the address is clear and legible.

Settings

The pattern is a separate download. Choose either the US letter paper, A4 paper, or A0 paper size based on the printer you wish to use. If you are in the US or Canada then your printer will likely use US letter paper. Other regions normally use A4 paper. Some people prefer to print their patterns at a print shop: A0 is best in this case.

Print at 100%.

On the second page, you will find a 1-inch and a 3-inch square test box. Print this page first, on its own, and measure these squares.

Once you are happy that the test box is accurate, print the rest of the pattern pages.

Please follow this video for information and assistance on assembling this pattern.

Also, please note that some Rebecca Page patterns and projects also come with cut files and a printable design page which you can use to plan your project if you wish. These are provided in a separate section below to avoid any confusion!

Cut each of the pieces according to the directions on the pattern piece. Seam allowances are all included so just cut them as is.

Cutting Charts – All pattern pieces are included, however if you prefer to cut using a cutting chart, the dimensions for the rectangular pieces (in INCHES) are below: 

NOTE – You will still need to print out a pattern piece to transfer the markings onto the Back. 

Cutting Checklist: 

• Front and Back – Fabric cut 2, Interfacing cut 2

½ inch seam allowance included – Top stitching ⅛ inch

Preparation – 

1. FRONT DECORATIONS – Add any decorations to the Front piece.
2. INTERFACING – Iron interfacing onto the Front and Back.
3. PATTERN MARKINGS – Transfer markings onto the Back.

Sewing –

1. BACK LINES – Stitch all lines. Do not backstitch. Pull the threads to the wrong side, tie, and trim. 
2. ASSEMBLING THE POSTCARD – Place Front and Back right sides together and stitch the edges, leaving a 2-inch gap. Trim and clip corners. Turn and press. Topstitch. Press.

Congratulations, your Postcard is done. Enjoy! 

We would love to hear how you got on and see photos of your finished project!

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