https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/diy-drawstring-bags • Posted by Home Made by Carmona
Make your own custom drawstring bags any size. Cute and functional pouches are perfect for organizing your knick-knacks!
Make your own custom drawstring bags any size. Cute and functional pouches are perfect for organizing your knick-knacks!
Fold rectangle in half and crease using your fingernail.
Fold first upper edge over to create a lip, crease using your finger nail.
Do the same to the opposite side to create a lip. Both lips should face outward.
Sew across each lip.
Sew to sides right up to the lip seam. Stop at the seam.
Flip inside out!
Cut a rectangle to create the desired custom bag size.
Next insert ribbon or twine as your drawstring, and decorate! Geometric patterns are easily cut from sponge and applied, or apply designs using stencils or even tape! See more decorating ideas at my blog.