Who knew making a trendy shoulder bag could be as easy as folding paper? This beginner-friendly project transforms a simple rectangle of fabric into a triangle-shaped bag with an adorable inner pocket for cards. Whether you’re new to sewing or just love quick crafts, this project is for you—let’s get started!
The finished measurements of this bag are approximately 11⅞″(30㎝) W × 11⅞″(30㎝) H × 2″(5㎝) D.
You may watch the full video tutorial on my Youtube channel.
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Seam allowances are 3/8″ unless otherwise specified.
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To make this you will need:
◆ Main Panel
① 30½″ × 10¾″ (77㎝ × 27㎝) Outer layer
① 30½″ × 10¾″ (77㎝ × 27㎝) Lining
◆ Inside Pocket
① 5⅝″ × 8″ (14㎝ × 20㎝) Outer layer
◆ Others
① 1″ (2.5㎝) Wide Webbing Strap 20½″ (52㎝)
① Plastic Snap Buttons
Fold half the pocket fabric and sew with an allowance of about 3/8″, leaving an opening. Turn it right side out. Place and sew the pocket on the right side of the lining. (Check the sewing position of the pocket on the video.)
Place the right sides together of the outer and lining and sew with an allowance of about 3/8″, leaving an opening. Turn it right side out and press.
Fold 1/3 of the fabric width and sew the top edge. Then fold the bottom part up.
Fold the right 1/3 to the center. Sew the bottom edge.
Attach straps to both ends.
Fold the fabric on both sides of the bag strap, wrap it around the strap, and sew.
Sew the two ends of the bag without straps to make a bottom.
Attach the Plastic Snap Buttons.
YOU ARE FINISHED!
Happy sewing!
