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[Enrollment] Handmade bag ideas you can use at daycare

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After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

Here are some handmade bag ideas perfect for starting nursery school.

Pick out your child’s favorite characters, animals, or colorful fabrics together and come up with an original design.

Double the excitement!

It’s best to make the handles sturdy.

Adding pockets makes it easier to carry lunch boxes and snacks, so try making one while getting inspiration from various ideas.

For safety, it’s also important to secure and finish off the ends of the threads properly.

Looking forward to the finished bag will surely make your child excited for their first day of nursery school!

[Enrollment] 10 handmade bag ideas you can use at daycare

A reversible bag that can also hold a toolbox

How to make a reversible lesson bag that perfectly fits a supply box! DIY: How to make a reversible tote bag

A reversible bag that can also hold a toolbox

Here’s a handmade idea for a large reversible bag.

First, cut your fabric: two outer pieces, one bottom piece, one main lining piece, and two pieces for the pockets.

Apply fusible interfacing to all pieces.

Make two pockets and sew one onto an outer piece and the other onto the lining.

Sew the two outer pieces to the bottom piece, then attach the handles.

Next, sew the outer and lining pieces together and create the gussets.

Turn the bag right side out through the opening, then stitch all the way around the bag opening to finish.

Because it’s reversible, you can enjoy two different designs.

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Handmade indoor-shoe bag

Getting ready for school! How to make an indoor shoe bag. I made a 4-piece set for preschool enrollment :^)

Handmade indoor-shoe bag

When children move up to the preschooler class, some schools switch to a two-shoe system, meaning indoor shoes are required.

In that case, try making this indoor shoe bag with the following idea.

Prepare two outer fabric pieces, two lining pieces, one long and one short acrylic strap, and a D-ring.

First, sew the long acrylic strap into a loop onto one outer fabric piece, and on the other outer piece, sew a looped strap threaded through the D-ring.

With right sides together, sew each outer piece to a lining piece, then open them up and sew the two assembled pieces together with right sides facing.

Don’t forget to leave a turning gap.

Turn the bag right side out, close the turning gap, then topstitch all the way around the open edge to finish!

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Handmade portable pocket

54. [A Must for Girls] How to Make a Clip-On/Portable Pocket – Easy and Beginner-Friendly

Handmade portable pocket

A portable pocket is a pouch that you attach to clothing.

Many girls’ skirts don’t have pockets, and while leggings-style pants are easy to wear, they often have fake pockets, which can be inconvenient.

That’s when a portable pocket really comes in handy.

With this idea, it’s easy to make: simply sew the main fabric, the lower outer fabric, and the lining together with right sides facing, then fold it into a pouch shape and sew.

There’s a spot on the back of the pouch where you can attach a clip, so if it’s a separate clip type, you can put it on any outfit!

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Lesson bag with zipper

[With Zipper] How to Make a Lesson Bag (with panel switching) / easy! How to make a zippered lesson bag

Lesson bag with zipper

A versatile lesson bag is an essential item when preparing for kindergarten, isn’t it? It’s easier to make than you might think, so if you like, try making one with fabric your child loves.

First, sew the two outer pieces to the bottom panel and baste the handles in two places.

Next, prepare a lining of the same size; after attaching the zipper, place it right sides together with the outer fabric and sew along the top and bottom.

The fabric should now form a tube.

Rotate it so that, when viewed from the front, the outer and lining fabrics are each showing half and half, then leave a turning gap and sew the sides.

Finally, turn it right side out through the gap and topstitch all the way around the opening, and you’re done!

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[Unlined] Simple Drawstring Bag

How to make an unlined drawstring bag: includes a formula to calculate your desired size. Can also be used as a lunch bag or cup bag. Use fabric without a directional pattern.

[Unlined] Simple Drawstring Bag

Drawstring pouches are super handy for holding cups and chopsticks, right? This pouch uses a pull-from-both-ends cord, so even kids can easily cinch it closed, making it very user-friendly.

First, prepare one piece of main fabric and two cords.

After finishing the fabric edges to prevent fraying, fold the fabric right sides together and sew the left and right sides, leaving about 6 cm unsewn at the top.

Press the seams open with an iron, then fold the unsewn top section to the outside and stitch it to create the casing for the cords.

Finally, turn the pouch right side out, thread the cords through, and you’re done!

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kids’ backpack

How to make a baby/child backpack ★ With flap and magnetic snap button — Rucksack for babies and children

kids' backpack

When children move up to the preschool class, they start using backpacks more often for things like daily outfit changes and carrying items for field trips.

There are plenty of store-bought backpacks, but sometimes the patterns aren’t to your taste, or they seem a bit hard for kids to use.

This idea features a backpack with a large opening and handy pockets.

The flap opens and closes with a magnetic snap, making it easy even for children who aren’t used to zippers yet.

First, make the flap with the button and the pocket section.

Temporarily fix the belt loops in place, then sew them right sides together to the outer fabric.

Create the gussets and sew them to the lining as well.

Turn the fabric right side out through the opening and neaten it up.

Close the opening, attach the straps, and you’re done!

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Children’s shoulder bag

How to Make a Shoulder Bag for Kids [Also Great for Nursery and Kindergarten Commuter Bags] Using Quilted Fabric / Kids Shoulder Bags

Children's shoulder bag

If you’d like to make a shoulder bag your child can take to daycare, why not try this idea? It has one pocket on the outside and one inside, plus a gusset about 10 cm wide, so it can fit a lunch box and more.

Make the main body, pocket, and flap, then sew them together.

Attach magnetic snaps to the flap and the front of the main body so it opens and closes easily.

Use bag webbing and D-rings to make the shoulder strap, attach it to the bag, and you’re done! Using quilted or other thicker fabrics will give it structure and make it easier to use.

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