How to Sew a Gift Bag from Scrap Fabric
Tutor: Rachel Moore, print artist
Join print artist Rachel Moore for a relaxed craft session where we’ll turn leftover bits of fabric into brilliant reusable gift bags. This is a fun way to use up scraps and make something practical and eco-friendly, perfect for wrapping gifts or storing small treasures.
In this easy step-by-step sewing tutorial, Rachel shows how to measure, fold and stitch your fabric to make your own DIY fabric gift bag. She shares practical sewing tips and tricks, making this an ideal scrap fabric sewing project to try at home. This eco-friendly craft helps you repurpose fabric into a reusable, handmade gift bag, ideal for gifting to someone special.
You’ll need some basic sewing experience.
Preparation
Prepare your materials and find a sturdy table or floor to work on.
Video time
30 minutes
- Scrap fabric: where the length measures 3 x the width (e.g. if the width is 10cm then the length would be 30cm. Decide the size of your bag based on what you want to put in it)
- Sewing machine and matching thread or needle and thread
- Dress-making pins (optional)
- Scissors
- Some basic sewing experience – don’t worry, Rachel will guide us step-by-step!
Summer bag
If you enjoyed this session, why not try Gemma's summer tote bag tutorial!
