Looking for a simple yet adorable sewing project? This mini pouch with a zipper pocket is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Not only is it great for storing small essentials, but the added clasp makes it super convenient to attach to your bag. Follow our step-by-step guide and create a heartfelt, handmade gift for your loved ones—or keep it for yourself as a practical accessory!
The finished measurements of this bag are approximately 3⅝″(9㎝) W × 3⅜″(8.5㎝) H × 3/4″(2㎝) D.
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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 5⅛″ × 4½″ (13㎝ × 11.5㎝) Outer layer
③ 5⅛″ × 4½″ (13㎝ × 11.5㎝) Lining
① 5⅛″ × 4½″ (13㎝ × 11.5㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
◆ Back pocket
① 5⅛″ × 1⅝″ (13㎝ × 4㎝) Outer layer
① 5⅛″ × 1⅝″ (13㎝ × 4㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
① 5⅛″ × 3⅜″ (13㎝ × 8.5㎝) Outer layer
① 5⅛″ × 3⅜″ (13㎝ × 8.5㎝) Lining
① 5⅛″ × 3⅜″ (13㎝ × 8.5㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
◆ Flap
② 4⅜″ × 3⅜″ (11㎝ × 8.5㎝) Contrast Color Fabric
① 4⅜″ × 3⅜″ (11㎝ × 8.5㎝) Mid-weight woven fusible interfacing
◆ Strap
① 1⅝″ × 8″ (4㎝ × 20㎝) Contrast Color Fabric
◆ Others
① 4″ (10㎝) Zipper
① 3/8″ (1㎝) Wide D-ring
① 3/8″ (1㎝) Wide Swivel Snap Hook
① Plastic Snap Buttons
With assembled outer layer of the back pocket(small piece) right side up, center zipper right side facing down (zipper pull at left) along top edge. Sew with a 3/8″ seam allowance.
With assembled lining of the back pocket(large piece) right side up, center zipper right side facing up along top edge. Place the outer layer, right side down on top. Pin in place. Using your zipper foot, sew along top edge using a 3/8″ seam allowance.
Open out, press pieces away from and top stitch on 1/8″ away from the zipper.
Place the back pocket on the right side of the lining of the main panel and sew.
Fold the strap pieces in half, wrong sides together to make a crease. Then fold each edge in toward the middle and press. Stitch along long edges of the strap, 1/8” from the edge.
Place the strap on the right side of the zipper pocket.
Place the right sides together of the two flap panel. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″, leaving the top.
With sharp scissors make small snips on both sides of the corner.
Turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the top opening. Press, pin and topstitch around all the edges.
Place and sew the flap on the right side of the zipper pocket.
Place the right sides together of the outer and lining and sew the top with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Open the main panel and flip the layers so the outer bag pieces are right sides together, and the lining pieces are right sides together. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″, leaving an opening.
Combine the seams of side and bottom so that a flat base is formed. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″.
Turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the opening. And sew up this opening.
Arrange the lining inside and stitch on the entrance of the pouch.
YOU ARE FINISHED!
Happy sewing!
