Creating a fully lined drawstring bag with a boxed bottom is a delightful sewing project that results in a practical and stylish accessory. To begin, gather your materials: two coordinating fabrics—one for the exterior and one for the lining, a pair of drawstring cords, a ruler, a rotary cutter or scissors, and pins.

Start by cutting your fabric. For a medium-sized bag, you'll need two rectangles of exterior fabric measuring 12 inches by 15 inches and two rectangles of lining fabric in the same dimensions. To create the boxed bottom, cut a 2-inch square from each bottom corner of both the exterior and lining pieces.

Next, assemble the bag. With right sides together, sew the side seams of both the exterior and lining pieces, leaving the bottom edges open. At the base of the exterior, pinch the corners together so that the side seams align with the bottom seam, and sew across the 2-inch cut to form the boxed bottom. Repeat this for the lining but leave a gap of about 4 inches in the bottom seam for turning later.

Now, turn the exterior bag right side out and insert it into the lining bag, ensuring the right sides are facing each other. Pin the top edges together and sew all the way around. Once complete, pull the exterior bag through the gap in the lining to turn it right side out.

Finally, tuck the lining into the bag and press the top edges. To create the drawstring casing, fold down the top edge of the bag by about 1 inch and sew around, leaving a gap for threading your drawstring. Use a safety pin to help thread the drawstring through the casing, tie the ends, and voilà! You have a charming, fully lined drawstring bag with a boxed bottom, perfect for storing all sorts of treasures.

Laptop Bag Crochet Pattern - Free and Easy

Welcome to this delightful crochet project! This easy laptop bag pattern is perfect for beginners and offers a stylish way to carry your devices. The bag is both practical and functional, making it a must-have accessory for anyone on the go.

Materials Needed:

• 200g of aran weight yarn (in your colour of choice)
• 5mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tape measure
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch

Instructions:

1. Base of the Bag:

   • Start by making a foundation chain of 50 stitches (or adjust length according to your laptop size).
   • Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from the hook and in each ch across. Turn.
   • Rows 2-20: Ch 3 (counts as a dc), dc in each dc across. Turn.
   • When you reach your desired height, fasten off.

2. Sides and Strap:

   • With the right side facing, attach yarn at one end of the base. Work 2 rows of dc around the entire edge, making 3 dc in each corner for a rounded finish.
   • For the strap, ch 200 (or adjust for your preferred length). Dc in the 4th ch from the hook and in each ch across. Attach the strap to either side of the bag with sl st.
3. Finishing Touches:
   • Weave in all loose ends with the tapestry needle.
   • Optionally, you can add a button or a decorative embellishment to personalise your bag.

Now you have a wonderfully crafted laptop bag! Ideal for everyday use, this crochet pattern is not only functional but also allows you to express your creativity. Happy crocheting!