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Everything is not what it seams (pun intended). Practice sustainably by learning to sew your very own fashions and home decor pieces with easy to follow instructions. From flouncy skirts to unique double-use reversible looks that can be worn day to night- create your own wardrobe with these guided projects.


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Good news, I just found a use for that scrap fabric you have laying around unused. This drawstring bag is an easy, beginner level sewing project made from your favorite textile leftover in the scrap pile.


I recommend finding a non-stretch fabric that you like, I chose this iridescent print on a spandex and think i’d like better in a non-stretch. The best part is that this bag can be made with about a 1/4 yard of fabric.


What you’ll need:


1/4 m-1/2 yard of Fashion Fabric

Thread

Sewing machine

Scissors

Iron*

Step 1: Cut two rectangles your desired size for the body of your bag (4 rectangles, if you want to line your bag.) I recommend 12in. x 9in. for a smaller size pack


Step 2: Cut out 3 rectangles for the straps of your bag as long as you want them to be, I recommend 24in. x 1in. One of these will be used for the drawstring closure.


Step 3: For the straps, fold in half right sizes together and sew 1/4 in. away from edge of fabric. Use a safety pin to attach to one side of fabric and pull the fabric through the hole, making the strap right side up.

Do the same for all 3 straps.


Step 4: Pin each side of the straps to each corner of the 12 x 9 in. rectangle and sew corners, making sure to backstitch.


Step 5: Sew the 4 sides down 1/2 in. from the edge, covering the corner stitches already made.

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