This instructable shows you how to make a quick and easy insulin pump garter or "leg band." These are sold by insulin pump manufacturers, but often, they are hideous, scratchy, bulky, or only come in patterns for kids (baseball motifs, rainbow crayons, etc). I wanted to make one for myself that was soft, durable, and interesting. I hope you enjoy the instructions! This wide and streamlined version lies flat on your leg, and is very easy to make. You only have to sew four straight lines and cut a few things out! Have fun.
OR - - - order a custom made one here at Etsy: http://www.etsy.com - search for Vanfan "Insulin Pump Garter Belt"
FYI: Some Type 1 (Childhood Onset) Diabetics wear insulin pumps that give them a steady supply or "basal rate" of insulin 24 hours a day. For me, this technology improved my self-care regime tremendously. I've had my pump for 5 years and I love it. After years of multiple shots a day, it really makes life easier. In addition you can be more flexible about how you eat. If you are curious about insulin pumps or diabetes, check out www.jdrf.org.
OR - - - order a custom made one here at Etsy: http://www.etsy.com - search for Vanfan "Insulin Pump Garter Belt"
FYI: Some Type 1 (Childhood Onset) Diabetics wear insulin pumps that give them a steady supply or "basal rate" of insulin 24 hours a day. For me, this technology improved my self-care regime tremendously. I've had my pump for 5 years and I love it. After years of multiple shots a day, it really makes life easier. In addition you can be more flexible about how you eat. If you are curious about insulin pumps or diabetes, check out www.jdrf.org.
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Signing UpStep 1: Materials Needed
For this garter, you need very few materials. Scraps of fabric larger than your device and strong elastic will do it. For mine, I used great pieces from old costumes, as well as scraps collected from Purl Patchwork in Soho (a bargain! $5 for 8 very unique scraps!).
The materials needed include;
The materials needed include;
- Good scissors
- Strong Elastic that is at least 5cm thick and doesn't stretch out easily
- A material for the cover/outside (note: this works like underwear; subtle colors if you want to hide it, bold colors if you are showing it off!)
- A lining material (not entirely necessary but looks nice)
- A fabric pencil
- Your insulin pump or other device
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Good job
thanks for the Idea I will be making one for my wife ! She loves her pump as it has made her life so much easier.
Thanks for this instructable!!!