Monthly Project for August, 2002
Suggested Fabrics
Giant Drawstring Bag
As the summer starts to wind down many of us are busier than ever. For some the new SCHOOL year looms close by; for others its just getting our lives and homes organized. Time is precious so this month's project is fast and easy for both experienced and beginner sewers. The Giant Drawstring Bag may be simple but it has a long list of uses. Here are a few:
- laundry bag
- under-the-bed storage
- attic safekeeping
- catch-all for car trunk or SUV
- Store clothes, sports gear, toys, extra bedding, soccer or volley balls, and more. This makes a great gift for students who dorm or kids who play sports. It lasts longer than any cardboard box and just throw it in the wash when it gets dirty.
Please email any questions you may have to: lani@gotfabric.com
Aloha, Lani
*Read through directions BEFORE starting any project
**Prewash fabric BEFORE cutting/sewing to allow for any shrinkage
Materials Needed
- 1 yd. Hawaiian print 60" wide (HCP-012 Blue/white), or 1-2/3 yds. Hawaiian print 45" wide
- 2 yds. cording size #300
- thread
Cutting
Cut (2) pcs 30"W X 36"L
Sewing
- Seams are 5/8".
- With RS (right sides) together pin the sides and bottom of bag. Mark 4" down from the top on one side only. Start stitching from this point and continue along the bottom and other side of bag. Topstitch edges of 4" opening separately. Finish inside seams using zigzag stitch, serging or pinking shears.
- Fold down 1/4" from top edge and press.
- For casing fold down 1-3/4" and press. Topstitch close to folded edge of casing, going
- completely around.
- Insert cording through casing using a giant safety pin or bodkin. Knot both ends of drawstring securely together.
- All pau! (finished)