[Crafts] Cute! Handmade Drawstring Pouch Idea Collection
Besides starting handicrafts as a new hobby, there’s also the pattern of getting hooked because you want something for your child but can’t find the right thing sold in stores—so you decide to make it yourself.
Maybe that’s how you ended up here, too? In this article, we’re introducing handmade drawstring bag ideas you can use for your own lunchbox pouch or your child’s cup holder! From simple designs to stylish ones with frills, we’ve got plenty to share.
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[Crafts] Cute! Handmade Drawstring Pouch Idea Collection (1–10)
Drawstring pouch with lining
Speaking of drawstring bags, they’re incredibly handy for all sorts of uses—PE clothes, small items, lunch boxes, school lunch bags, and more.
Here, we’ll show you how to make a drawstring bag with a lining.
It’s especially useful to know when you want to use your child’s favorite fabric but it’s on the thin side.
First, sew the outer fabric and the lining separately, then join the two and sew them into one large bag before turning it right side out—this cuts down on steps and makes it easy.
The key points are to leave an opening for turning and to press with an iron firmly at each stage.
round drawstring pouch
Square drawstring bags are common, but you don’t see many with a round bottom, do you? Let’s make a cute and unusual drawstring bag like that.
For the round base, it’s handy to trace a shape using a plate or similar item.
Prepare a lining fabric of the same size for the round main piece, and make the casing for the drawstring separately using the same fabric as the lining.
It’s easier if you sew the drawstring casing separately in advance—remember this, as it’s a technique you can apply elsewhere.
Since the bottom is round and can pucker, don’t forget to snip small notches into the seam allowance.
Single-layer drawstring pouch
Here’s a recommended method for those who want to make a drawstring pouch in the simplest way possible.
Fold a single piece of fabric in half and sew the side and bottom edges—there’s no lining, so it’s very easy.
Finishing the raw edges with a zigzag stitch keeps the fabric sturdy while maintaining a simple look, so it’s a win-win.
The key is not to skip the ironing—use it to press the seam allowances open and shape the pouch.
It’s also nice to make a few to hold small items.
[Crafts] Cute! Handmade Drawstring Pouch Ideas (11–20)
drawstring backpack
When the drawstring bag is on the larger side, it can be more convenient if you can carry it on your back or if it has handles.
This drawstring bag is sized to fit items like gym clothes, comes with a handle, and can also be worn as a backpack.
It’s simple to make from a single piece of fabric, so please give it a try.
First, before making the main body, create the tabs for threading the cords to turn it into a backpack, as well as the handle.
The key is to use an iron on both pieces to shape them into forms that are easy to sew.
Next, make the main body.
To prevent fraying, finish the edges of the main body with an overlock stitch or a zigzag stitch on your sewing machine.
Droplet drawstring pouch
If you want to make a cuter drawstring pouch, a droplet-shaped pouch is perfect.
A droplet pouch is a drawstring bag whose body forms gentle, droplet-like curves.
The basic construction isn’t much different from a standard drawstring bag, so you should be able to master it quickly.
One way to customize a droplet pouch is to use multiple fabrics to create a patchwork-style finish.
It gives a lovely handmade feel, so try incorporating it if you like.
cup bag
Many people probably bring a cup along with their bento.
That’s why I’d like to suggest a cup pouch.
Its structure is the same as a typical drawstring pouch, but it’s a bit taller than a bento bag.
The perfect size will vary depending on whether you’ll also put a toothbrush inside, so I recommend finding a tutorial video or pattern that matches your intended use.
By the way, if you make it with the same fabric as your bento bag or tote, it will feel like a coordinated set.
Drawstring pouch made from a handkerchief
Here’s an idea for a drawstring pouch you can make from a handkerchief using a fairly simple process.
As the name suggests, this version uses a handkerchief as the base.
First, find a handkerchief you like.
You’ll fold and sew it to create the pouch.
For that reason, choose a larger handkerchief if possible.
We recommend around 47 cm × 47 cm, or about 41 cm × 41 cm if you want a smaller pouch.
By the way, using a handkerchief saves effort because the edges are already finished.