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Drawstring Bag

One of the quickest useful projects for a new sewer. Use this as a planning guide, then confirm quantities against your final pattern, size or project measurements and fabric width.

Complete beginner45–90 minutes

Fabric

Woven cotton or lightweight canvas
Around 0.5–0.75 metre

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Needle & thread

Needle: Universal 80/12
Thread: Polyester all-purpose thread

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Notions

  • Cord, ribbon or cotton tape
  • Optional lining
  • Matching thread
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Choose a pattern

Pick a pattern that matches your skill level and check its size chart, fabric width, layout and exact requirements before ordering.

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Sewing quantities are approximate planning estimates, not a substitute for the requirements printed on a specific sewing pattern or careful project measurements.