✂️ How to Make 2 Easy Bags from One Piece of Fabric

Sure! Here’s a detailed guide on how to make two simple bags from one piece of fabric. This will be a beginner-friendly sewing project, perfect for reusable shopping bags, gift bags, or storage pouches. We’ll use a single piece of fabric and cut it strategically to create 2 bags with minimal waste.

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✂️ How to Make 2 Easy Bags from One Piece of Fabric

🧵 Project: Simple Drawstring or Tote Bags (No lining, optional handles)

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✅ Materials Needed:

• 1 piece of fabric: 1 yard (36” x 44” standard cotton fabric)

• Scissors or rotary cutter

• Sewing machine or needle and thread

• Iron

• Pins or clips

• Ruler or measuring tape

• Optional: Ribbon or cord (for drawstrings), extra fabric for handles

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📏 Step 1: Cutting the Fabric

Let’s assume your fabric is 36” (height) x 44” (width).

1. Cut the fabric in half vertically:

   • You will get two pieces: each 18” x 44”.

2. Cut each piece in half horizontally:

   • Now you have four pieces: each 18” x 22”.

You can use two pieces (18" x 22") for each bag (front and back), or fold one piece in half (18" x 22" folded to 18" x 11") to make each bag with only one seam on the bottom.

So from one yard, you can make 2 medium-sized bags (or 4 smaller ones if you go smaller).

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🧵 Step 2: Sewing the Bag (Basic Tote or Drawstring)

👜 Option A: Simple Tote Bag

1. Take one piece (18” x 22”) and fold it in half to make 18” x 11”.

2. Pin the sides and sew along the two side edges (leave the top open).

3. Create handles (optional):

   • Cut 2 strips of fabric 2" x 18", fold and sew to make handles.

   • Attach one to each side of the bag opening.

4. Hem the top edge:

   • Fold over the top edge twice (1/4 inch then 1 inch), press, and sew a hem.

🪢 Option B: Drawstring Bag

1. Fold one 18” x 22” piece in half (like above).

2. Mark 2 inches from the top on both sides. From that point downward, sew the side seams, leaving the top 2 inches unsewn.

3. Fold and press the top raw edge down ¼ inch, then again 1 inch to form a casing.

4. Sew around the folded edge, leaving a gap to insert the drawstring.

5. Thread a ribbon or cord through the casing and tie.

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🧼 Optional Finishing Touches:

• Boxed corners: Pinch corners, measure 2" from the tip, and sew across for a flat bottom.

• French seams: Sew with wrong sides together first, then turn and sew again for a clean seam inside.

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💡 Tips:

• Use durable cotton or canvas for tote bags.

• Use colorful printed fabric for gift or drawstring bags.

• Recycle old pillowcases, jeans, or tablecloths for an eco-friendly option.

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✅ Summary:

Step	Description
1	Cut fabric into 2 or 4 pieces
2	Fold and sew sides
3	Add drawstring or handles
4	Hem top edges
5	(Optional) Box corners or decorate

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