Embark on a sewing adventure to create your own storage box, complete with dividers and a flap cover. This DIY project is perfect for those looking to enhance their home organization with a custom touch. The large, square basket design, featuring handles on both sides, is versatile enough for storing everything from fabric and clothes to toys. Our tutorial breaks down the process into manageable steps, making it accessible for sewers of all skill levels. Transform your storage solutions with this practical and stylish project.
The finished measurements of this bag are approximately 13¾″(35㎝) W × 8¾″(22㎝) H × 8¾″(22㎝) 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
② 23⅜″ × 13¾″ (59㎝ × 35㎝) Outer layer
② 24″ × 13¾″ (61㎝ × 35㎝) Lining
② 22⅜″ × 13″ (57㎝ × 33㎝) Fusible fleece
◎ Divider
① 9½″ × 16⅝″ (24㎝ × 42㎝) Lining
① 8¾″ × 8″ (22㎝ × 20㎝) Fusible fleece
◎ Flap
① 14⅝″ × 16⅝″ (37㎝ × 42㎝) Outer layer
① 14⅝″ × 16⅝″ (37㎝ × 42㎝) Lining
① 13¾″ × 15⅞″ (35㎝ × 40㎝) Fusible fleece
◎ Handle
② 4″ × 15⅞″ (10㎝ × 40㎝) Outer layer
② 1″ × 15⅞″ (2.5㎝ × 40㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
The pattern for making this can be drawn by yourself by watching my YouTube video.
Place the right sides together of the outer and lining of the flap and sew with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the opening. Press, pin and topstitch around the edges.
Place the flap on the right side of the outer layer and sew.
Place the other outer layer, right side down on top. Sew the sides and bottom.
Combine the seams so that a flat base is formed. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Fold the handle pieces in half, wrong sides together to make a crease. Then fold each edge in toward the middle and press. Stitch along both long edges of the strip, 1/8” from the edge.
Place and sew the handles 6 inches interval.
Place the right sides together of the lining and sew the bottom with an allowance of about 3/8″. And open the seam.
Cut the lining in half.
Fold the divider fabric wrong sides together in half, and sew the top.
Center the divider between the two linings. Sew only 8¾″.
Sew the sides and edges of the lining.
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 by pulling the fabric through the opening. Press, pin and topstitch around all the edges.
Pinch the four corners slightly with pins and sew about 2″.
YOU ARE FINISHED!
Happy sewing!
