How to Sew a Reusable Drawstring Gift Bag

Reduce waste and save money by sewing drawstring gift bags for the holidays and any special occasion.

These reusable gift bags can be made with any color or pattern of fabric.

MATERIALS NEEDED

– Outer fabric – Liner fabric – Coordinating thread – Ribbon – Sewing machine

STEP 1

Iron the fabrics first, if needed. Then, make sure that each of the fabrics is the same size.

STEP 2

Place the fabrics, the liner and the outer fabric, with the right sides together.

STEP 3

Using a simple straight stitch, sew along one of the long, wide sides. I always follow with a zigzag stitch to add extra strength to the seams.

STEP 4

I decided to make four bags that are each the same size. Each was about 9 inches wide.

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