All levels
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38 min 22 sec
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00:45
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00:53
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07:57
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12:08
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16:40
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Taught by Ashley Nickels
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Drawstring bags are a charming way to present a gift, and they couldn't be easier to make. Ashley Nickels adds a twist to this beginner sewing project by showing you how to finish the inside with French seams, and instead of twine or rope, she shows how to use selvedge trim to create your own drawstring. This customizable bag can be sewn in any size desired.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 or 2 fat quarters or 2 matching rectangles of fabric (1 fat quarter makes a 10" x 12" bag; 2 fat quarters makes a 14 ½” x 17 ½” bag)
- Cutting mat
- Rotary cutter
- Ruler
- Ribbon or 1 ½” selvedge strip that is cut lengthwise to double the width of your bag, plus 4 inches (if using for drawstring)
- Loop turner (or you can attach a safety pin to the drawstring to thread through bag)
- Iron and ironing surface
- Sewing machine with presser foot
- Coordinating thread
- Scissors
- Snips
- Pins
Downloads:
- Trim selvedge for drawstrings
- Construct a bag with French seams
- Make drawstrings out of fabric
- Insert drawstrings using a loop turner
- Finish drawstring ends with a handmade "end pull"
- Step-by-step expert instruction on sewing a drawstring bag in any size
- 5 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Detailed supplies list
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
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Sewing Drawstring Bags Reviews
834 users recommended this class to a friend
Barb Fitzgerald
I didn't like how she used the savage edge to make the draw strings. I understand not wanting to waste fabric but I thought it made the final product look tacky. That .5 inch lost is not that big of waist and it just ruined the look for me to see the printing information on the "string".
March 24, 2024
Karen Dittman
Very detailed instructions. Enjoyed learning about making these bags.
February 28, 2024
Tammy Murdock
What a fabulous class! Amazing teacher, great finished project, easy to follow, great filming (easy to actually see the sewing and pressing), I loved everything! I cannot wait to make drawstring bags for everyone!
More than 3 months ago
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