[For Boys] Cool and Stylish Handmade Lesson Bag Ideas
Kids want to bring stylish, cool bags to lessons, kindergarten, daycare, and school! In this article, we’ve gathered handmade ideas for lesson bags that fulfill those wishes for boys.
We’ve picked out how-to guides for functional lesson bags—like zippered types that won’t spill even when swung around energetically, backpack styles that can be carried safely without tying up the hands, and larger sizes that are easy to use even for kids who struggle to fit their lesson items into a bag.
Use these ideas as a reference!
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[For Boys] Cool & Stylish Handmade Lesson Bag Ideas (1–10)
Reversible lesson bag
Reversible bags are great because you can flip them inside out and change the pattern to suit your mood.
This one is even better: you only need to sew three seams! It’s a beginner-friendly sewing idea.
You’ll need outer fabric, lining fabric, and two handle tapes.
Adjust the fabric size to the dimensions of the bag you want to make.
Slightly fold in both ends of the outer and lining fabrics and fuse interfacing to them.
Then fold each piece in half with right sides together and sew along the left and right edges.
Turn only the lining right side out, sandwich the handle tapes in place, and sew all the way around the opening—and you’re done! Note that this idea isn’t suitable for thick fabrics.
Large lesson bag
Let’s make a larger lesson bag that fits a supply box perfectly.
This one is reversible, so you can change the bag’s design to suit your mood.
First, sew the pocket onto the outer fabric, then attach the bottom fabric to make one continuous piece.
After sewing on the handle tape, place it right sides together with the lining that has the pocket, and sew.
Be sure not to forget to leave an opening for turning.
You can also create gussets by cutting and sewing both ends of the bottom section.
Turn the fabric right side out through the opening, stitch all around the top edge, and you’re done!
Knapsack with a handle
Drawstring backpacks with handles are often used by families as gym clothes bags for elementary school students.
You can find many store-bought options featuring various characters and patterns, but for those who want to make one with their favorite fabric, here’s a DIY idea.
Sew the handle onto the main fabric, fold the fabric in half with right sides together, insert a tag, and sew the left and right sides.
Be sure not to sew the opening stop area.
Fold the top edge of the bag into a triple fold and stitch it, then turn the fabric right side out.
Thread the cord through, and you’re done! Try making it in any size you like.
[For Boys] Cool and Stylish Handmade Lesson Bag Ideas (11–20)
A uniquely made lesson bag
Here’s an idea for making a lesson bag with an unusual construction method.
Although it’s “unusual,” it actually reduces the amount of sewing, so definitely give it a try! Prepare one rectangular outer fabric and one lining piece, and press a 2 cm fold to the inside along the top edge of each.
Fold the outer fabric in half with right sides together, and place the lining, also folded in half, on top in the same way.
Sew the side seams and the bottom straight through both layers, then turn only the lining right side out so that the outer fabric ends up inside the lining.
Next, sandwich the handles between the outer and lining layers, sew all the way around the bag opening, and turn it right side out.
It’s done in just three rounds of stitching, so it’s super easy!
Gusseted lesson bag
At the start of a new term or school year, elementary school kids bring their supply boxes home, right? That’s when a gusseted lesson bag comes in handy! This one is made with a 7 cm gusset, but you can adjust it to whatever size you need.
Sew the handles onto the outer fabric, then sew it together with the bottom piece, which has the gusset corners cut out.
Sew the gusset sections to form the shape, and once that’s done, attach it to the lining that you’ve sewn into a bag—then you’re finished.
Adjust the handle length to match your child’s height.
If you like, give it a try and make one!
2-Way Tote Lesson Bag
Let’s make a practical vertical tote bag that fits A4 size! This design can also be used as a shoulder bag (2-way), and the shoulder strap is the perfect length for someone around 160 cm tall.
After making the main body with the outer fabric, layer it with the lining that has a pocket and sew them together, then attach the handles and the shoulder strap.
The opening uses a magnetic snap, so it’s easy for kids to open and close.
If the fabric you use is thin, the shape may collapse when you put items inside, so use a sturdy fabric or add fusible interfacing to give it thickness.
Lesson bag with a hanging strap
When you hang a lesson bag on a wall or desk hook by its handles, it tends to slip off surprisingly easily, doesn’t it? That’s when a lesson bag with a hanging loop comes in handy.
Because the loop is shorter than the handles, the bottom won’t touch the floor even on low hooks, and the small opening makes it less likely to fall off.
This idea uses a basic construction method: attach the handles to the outer fabric, then sew on the lining—so anyone can give it a try.
Why not copy this idea and make one yourself? It’s a super handy item to have!