I am officially obsessed with this new eco shoulder bag, and I know you will be too! It’s the perfect blend of simple sewing and smart design, complete with a secure inner zipper pocket to keep your essentials safe. Whether you’re making it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this step-by-step guide makes bag-making completely stress-free.
The finished measurements of this ECHO SHOULDER BAG are approximately 11⅞″(30㎝) W × 10¼″(26㎝) H × 3¼″(8㎝) D.
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Seam allowances are 1/4″ unless otherwise specified.
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To make this you will need:
◆ Main panel
② 15⅝″ × 23¾″ (39.5㎝ × 59.5㎝) Exterior
② 15⅝″ × 23¾″ (39.5㎝ × 59.5㎝) Lining
◆ Front pocket
① 6⅞″ × 6¼″ (17.5㎝ × 15.5㎝) Exterior
① 6⅞″ × 6¼″ (17.5㎝ × 15.5㎝) Lining
◆ Zipper pocket
① 7½″ × 10¼″ (19㎝ × 26㎝) Lining
◆ Others
① Roll Zipper_seam allowance included 6¾″(17㎝)
Place the front pocket Exterior and Lining fabrics Right Sides Together (RST), and sew around the perimeter, leaving a small opening for turning. Turn the pocket right side out and topstitch along the top edge.
Position the completed pocket 3.1″ down from the top edge of the main Exterior panel, and stitch it in place
Place the zipper pocket lining 2.6″ down from the top edge of the main Lining panel, and stitch a 6″ long rectangle. Cut through the center of the rectangle, pull the pocket fabric through to the inside, and press the window flat with an iron. Align the zipper with the rectangular opening and stitch it in place, then fold the pocket lining in half and sew the remaining three sides closed.
Place the two main Exterior panels RST and sew along the three outer sides. Sew the main Lining panels together, making sure to leave a turning gap at the bottom. Place the Exterior and Lining shells RST, align the curved shoulder strap lines precisely, and stitch them together. Turn the entire bag right side out through the turning gap, and edge-stitch the opening closed. Unfold the unstitched ends of the shoulder straps, place them RST, and sew them together. Then, neatly tuck the raw edges inward and press flat.
Topstitch all around the bag opening and shoulder straps to beautifully finish the bag.
All done! If you hit a tricky spot or want more creative inspiration, head over to the [Sewingtimes YouTube channel] for the full video tutorial.
