Sunshine Bag Pattern

Make your own beautiful bag with a super cute ruffle. This pattern is designed by a professional fashion designer to be very simple to follow.

What makes this pattern easy?

- Simple Words: No confusing technical talk.
- Step-by-Step: Very clear written instructions.
- Video: Watch me sew the whole bag online!

Bag Features:

Pretty ruffle edge.
Flap top to keep things inside.
Optional: Add a zipper pocket inside or carabiner hooks to the strap.
Fully lined for a neat, lovely finish.

Size:

Height: 12 inches (30 cm)
Width: 15 inches (38 cm)
Depth: 3 inches (7 cm)
Level: Advanced beginner/ intermediate

What’s Included in the Download?

Print-at-Home Pattern: A 8-page PDF pattern designed for easy printing on US Letter or A4 paper.
Copy Shop File: A separate 1-page A1 file for large-format printing.
Video Tutorial: Access to an online video tutorial for a full visual walk-through of the sewing process.
Step-by-Step Instructions: A detailed, written tutorial to guide you through every step.

The pattern includes a clear ⅜ inch/ 1 cm seam allowance.

Fabric Recommendations
This bag pattern is designed for thin-to-medium weight fabrics (cotton or synthetics) and relies on interfacing for structure.
For Medium-Weight Fabrics (e.g., Canvas): Apply one layer of medium-stiff interfacing, such as Vlieseline H250 or Pellon 808.
For Thin Fabrics (e.g., Blouses/Dresses): Apply a layer of wadded interfacing (e.g., Vlieseline H630 or Pellon 987F) followed by a layer of medium-stiff interfacing (H250/808) for added body.
The recommended interfacing provides great shape while remaining manageable for household sewing machines. If the layers are too thick, trim the interfacing away from the seam allowances.
For extra stability, you can insert a piece of stiff plastic into the back of the bag after it is finished but before you close the lining.

List of materials

To promote sustainability, I upcycle unwanted clothing into bags. To ensure a garment has enough fabric, I cut out my interfacing pattern pieces first and lay them directly onto the fabric. This method is also useful if you are purchasing fabric with a different width than the one listed in the table below:

Language: English.

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