DIY: DRAWSTRING MACRAME BAG | MACRAME PURSE | MACRAME CROSS BODY BAG

COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This pattern and video are protected by Canadian and international copyright laws. Reproduction for purposes of teaching or demonstration of this pattern is prohibited.
Hi guys, thanks for stopping by my channel! I want to start by letting you know that I couldn't record myself in this video because the townhouse right next door is getting renovated and it was so loud I could barely hear myself think, let alone give instructions. So I hope my written instructions will suffice.
In today's tutorial we are making this cute drawstring bag, that looks almost like it is woven, or perhaps knitted. I just love these knots and hope you do too. The strap is made using a four strand braided technique, but if you prefer something different, please feel free to experiment and have some fun with this design.
**Please note, the swivel clasps I used are quite small, it was what I had on hand, you can use any size you choose.
If you are new to macrame and/or need some help with the basic knots, please watch this video before you begin:
• HOW TO: 7 MUST KNOW Ma...
MEASUREMENTS:
From top of strap to bottom of purse: 29in/73.5cm
BODY OF BAG:
Width: 10in/25.5cm
Length: 10in/25.5cm
The cord I used in this video is a 5mm braided cord in the colour Sand, here is a link:
www.soulfulnot...
HERE IS WHAT I USED:
- 2 swivel clasps .5in/1.25cm
- 2 x 36in/91cm
- 28 x 7ft/213cm
- 2 x 9ft/274cm
- scrap piece for gathering knot.
TOTAL CORD USED: 221FEET/67METERS
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[@kanayaell]

love this video and the bag. This is my very first macrame bag. I tried making this bag 4 days ago on a whim, and it turns out I really liked the end result. I gave it to my cousin for her birthday, and she love it so much. All the instructions are very clear and can be done easily for the first timer like me😅. After this I will watch your other videos and try to make them. Thank you sm❤

[@ЕленаВалентинова-х9щ]

Всегда ходили с авоськами без подкладов.Тут нечего скрывать.Куда важнее лучше шить подклады для одежды от наготы!Благодарю за столь удачные вдохновения и труды.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

You are so kind, thank you so very much! I’m happy you like it 🙏🏼♥️💕☺️

[@helenhawthorn1392]

Hi. I just made this. My first macrame bag. I kept it the other way around, as I liked that I could have tassels 😀👍I can't seem to add a photo though.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Oh this is wonderful, I’m so happy you enjoyed it put your own spin on it, love it!! And yes, sadly we can’t share photos here.😭

[@fm007-usshhaa-thebreathoff9]

Thank you ! Did a bag based on this design. But had bought natural yarn, hence had to use square knots to fill it quickly. Happily completed it. Thanks for the excellent tutorial which was the real motivation ❤

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure, I’m glad it was helpful and you enjoyed it♥️🙏🏼✨

[@joslo9291]

Lol I’m here planning my next purse & realize I don’t have enough braided cord & thought I’ll do it regular cord with square knots! I’m glad to hear it turned out, gonna do it now!😊

[@sofiagallin2028]

I made this bag few months ago for my daughter and she loves it. I have few people who wants me to repeat it;) Thank you for sharing your video and amazing creation💕✌️😍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Aww no way! I’m so happy to hear your daughter likes it and you are making more too.:) Thank you so much Sofia.❤️🙏🏼😊

[@amberwitcombe3973]

Hi Sofia. can I ask does the bottom hold together ok? I’m just worried of one of the square knots coming undone 🙈 thanks!

[@monicanewton5525]

I just finished my purse. I used a smaller mm braid which was fine..although its not as soft a bag to touch. I found these knots supa easy..onky occasionally had to check i hadnt started/finished new row in the wrong spot. Anyway..im def going to be making more. 🙂👍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

❤️😊

[@manon1843]

how much time did you spend to do it ?

[@elkeniedermaier4539]

I will make this bag, today, thank you for this tutorial and that you wrote the total cord you need!!!!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure! I hope you enjoy it!

[@homecare8182]

Another helpful video

[@PrincessNana08]

I'll be making this for mother's day, thank you so much for the tutorial

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Oh my gosh, I am honoured you chose this pattern for such a special gift! Thank u so much!♥️♥️

[@komalkharat3786]

beautiful work...loved it... a very easy-to-understand tutorial...I will try to make this ...will gift this to my mom...thank you again..

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Awww it’s my pleasure! I’m happy you enjoyed it and found it helpful!☺️☺️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@pattif192]

I will make this for my daughter. Beautiful! ❤

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much, I hope she likes her new bag♥️♥️♥️

[@marialauravaladezlarios3966]

Beautiful bag thank you for sharing blessings

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I’m happy you like it, thank you so very much!♥️💫🫶

[@lornastarke6535]

I think you are a great teacher! I just finished my first purse and I’m very happy ! Thank you very much from Costa Rica.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

That’s so kind of you, thank you so very much! I am happy you enjoyed it.😊😊😊

[@leylasahin2811]

Amazing bag!!!🌼🌻👏👏👏 Thanks for your sharing🥰💐💞👍👍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Aww thank you so much Hun!

[@christinahorgan8002]

Wow!!!!! Stunning! Love all the details. Thanks for putting in so much work so we can enjoy and create! Your videos are amazing!!!!!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you SOooooo much!❤️❤️❤️

[@themaddtatter6679]

I wonder if you could make this half sized like a pouch or maybe even a mini coin purse size?❤❤❤😊 super cute Thankyou for sharing your time and talent with us

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thanks you so much, I’m glad you like the patterns:) As for size, yes, you can definitely make this smaller, coming up with this design I made about a dozen all different sizes, one was approximately half this size and I still use it to this day, it’s pretty darn cute! ♥️♥️

[@D.C.1]

A very interesting pattern. Worth trying! Thx for the detailed description👍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Sure thing👍🏼

[@pcs1531]

Thanks for your tutorial l finished same color bag thank you so much

[@soulfulnotions2648]

So happy you liked it!

[@colettebednas3938]

Please bring back the tutorial for the raspberry coloured DIY clutch. I loved that pattern!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I have moved it to the members playlist:/ I am going to be moving a lot more there soon too. Internet streaming laws are changing in Canada so I will most likely be removing the majority of my content from the Main page! Wish it didn’t have to come to this! 💔 Sad times here in Canada.

[@colettebednas3938]

How do you become a member? I have subscribed.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

There is a button right on the home screen if you are on a computer, if you are on your phone (like me) then you will go to the playlist titled “Members Only” at the top there is a write up, tap on read more and it take you straight to a link. . I hope this makes sense!! Please let me know if you have any other questions I can help with.♥️

[@Artenti-manualidades]

Beautiful music. Great moment to watch your video. Thanks

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!

[@lucelyvargasfranco1799]

Gracias maestro por sus enseñanzas son excelentes me encanta su trabajo hermoso feliz día

[@soulfulnotions2648]

❤️🙏🏼😊🌸

[@Aashita1113]

Thank you so much your tutorials are very nice 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙂

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you much! I’m happy you enjoy them!🙂✨❤️🙏🏼

[@jm2841]

Magnifique et très facile à faire 👍 Merci pour de nous partager cette idée de sac. 🙏🏻❤️

[@ShaKEdShWE]

I just finished this bag and I love it so thank you 😙

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure! So happy you like it♥️🙏🏼

[@smthviji3278]

Amazing work and good tutorial. Can't wait to try this... But one doubt, Can I make this with polyester macrame thread. Will it come out fine or not.. Plz reply

[@Sudha9865]

Hi it’s beautiful will make it soon

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy it ❤️🙃

[@francestrevarthen5896]

thank you for tutorial. made the purse but used heavier cord so mine is not a drawstring bag but still turned out pretty. i would send picture but do not know how. lol

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I’m glad it turned out for you! If you are on Instagram you can share a picture with me there, @soulful_notions (2 underscores)

[@МарияРодионова-ю4ж]

I like this pattern a lot! Thanks for sharing 😍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure, so happy you enjoyed it ♥️

[@jynth]

That's beautiful!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so very much, I’m happy you like it 🙏🏼♥️✨

[@ChloeLouiseAmber]

So happy I discovered your channel. This is by far the best macrame tutorial I’ve seen 😀

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Oh my goodness, thank you so much!❤️ I’m so happy you like the tutorial!❤️

[@cicekkosesi3211]

Harika bir çanta emeğinize sağlık 🌹

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you, I’m happy you like it!♥️✨

[@suethompson1018]

Can't wait to try this bag. Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial and all your hard work.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so very much hun!

[@christinahorgan8002]

Beautiful

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nydiarivera6866]

Hi!!!!! Great to see u back on ur channel. Hoping all is well with u and ur family. Love this tutorial!!!!!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Nydia, so nice to hear from you! We are doing great and hope that you are too! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@irenelye5706]

So beautiful.. and u are so skillful..... Are these tubular cords....your passion is very inspiring.... thank you for sharing

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it! Thank you so much!❤️🙏🏼😊

[@zanyzana66]

I love this. I hope to make it for myself or my sister soon. Thanks for sharing.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

It’s my pleasure! 🙏🏼❤️

[@joykimaaa389]

This is a nice tutorial… I like it thanks gonna try making bag like this 💕💕💕💕

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much! I’m happy you enjoyed it:)🙏🏼❤️☺️

[@erikaburling4699]

This is exactly what I wanted to make - thank you :-) I know today's projects

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Aww I am so happy to hear it, I hope you enjoy making it!🙏🏼❤️

[@ceciliamonsao7980]

Achei linda!!! Tomara q eu acerte fazer rsrs. Achei bem prática.Parabéns e obrigada por socializar seus conhecinentos!

[@user-os4vq5xk3o]

Отличный мастер-класс ! Благодарю !

[@soulfulnotions2648]

♥️☺️🙏🏼✨

[@mirasavic891]

Veoma lepo ! Hvala !

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you, I’m glad you like it!☺️♥️

[@protimarongpharpi2866]

I always love watching ur vedios, with subtitles.. Please do more vedio of different macrame bag design ,, I would love to watch and learn

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank u

[@jenniferpetkovic3464]

Thanks so much for this tutorial - I just finished this cute lil bag and am in love with how it turned out! :) Greetings from Austria!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Aww I am so happy to hear it!!! Thank you so much Jennifer!❤️🙏🏼

[@ChloeLouiseAmber]

Out of curiosity, how long did it take you to make?

[@jenniferpetkovic3464]

@@ChloeLouiseAmber i did it over two days, every day a couple of hours, but I took my time tbh. Once you get a hold of the knot, you can get it done pretty quickly, the second one I made while watching TV in way less time :)

[@ChloeLouiseAmber]

@@jenniferpetkovic3464 thank you for letting me know. I’m definitely going to give it a try 🙂

[@jenniferpetkovic3464]

@@ChloeLouiseAmber you should! Literally everyone is begging me to make them one since it's so pretty 😅

[@luceroorozco7122]

Gracias por compartir este hermoso trabajo, tengo mucho que aprender antes de hacerlo, pero lo haré!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

😊😊🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️

[@anahitkhachatryan369]

Ապրեք, շնորհակալություն

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure!🙏🏼♥️☺️

[@shirleyvivas7611]

Muy práctico cómo lo haces! Gracias por compartir.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

♥️☺️🙏🏼✨

[@justani786]

Thank you so much for sharing. ❤

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure, thank you for watching and for this kind comment.♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@sharlenen3125]

Today's project 😍 making this lovely bag for myself for a change. Thank you for the great tutorial, love your channel ❤🌻

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Oh no way, I’m happy to hear it! I hope you enjoy it and enjoy the bag for yourself!!❤️

[@guadalupealcocer1262]

Excelent tutorial, you make beautiful things and you are excelent teaching

[@soulfulnotions2648]

That is so kind and means a lot to me, thank you so much!🙏🏼❤️

[@nathtech1273]

Merci pour ce tutoriel très bien expliqué, bravo

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I’m happy you enjoyed it!❤️🙏🏼😊

[@sadiatahir4698]

Aoa

[@ceciliabasso553]

Thank you for all your tutorials!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My please Cecilia!❤️❤️

[@nathanhendricks5947]

I love this video!! Very relaxing listening to the music and watching you work so well

[@soulfulnotions2648]

That’s so kind!🥲 I’m happy you enjoyed it:)

[@nathanhendricks5947]

@@soulfulnotions2648 I hope you can make another full wall hanging tutorial as well! I've followed along with your inverted triangle/diamond video and also your square knot double half hitch wall hanging tutorial. Excited for more :)

[@cimorenapesantos1831]

Boa tarde, a medida dos cordões são de 2 metros e 15, cada?

[@carolpedroso9663]

That's a incredible work, I Will do It for shure! Greetings from Brasil ❤️

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so very much hun!❤️

[@히바-j5u]

A great work

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much hun 😊🙏🏼❤️

[@vijiramesh1060]

Which one looks nice cotton or nylon cord? Beautiful work...im gng to make

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Cotton like is used in the video

[@rosangelamachado9775]

lindo o seu trabalho!!! agradeço por compartilhar de forma tão clara!!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you!🙏🏼❤️😊

[@michellinunes8345]

Ola vc sabe me dizer o nome desse ponto???por favor

[@mondayviews6502]

Well explained and beautiful pattern. Can we make this with 4mm single strand cords .

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much! Yes you can make it with 4mm string, you will want to add more cords to make up for the smaller size (width). You can add as many as you like, just make sure it is an even number or cords and you should be good to go!

[@haneenhan6144]

Wow you make so easy .. loved your work ❤️👏

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much hun!❤️🙏🏼😊🥰

[@gerithayer7723]

thank you--just made it. one question. what do you do with the ends on the inside of the purse?

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I tie them extremely tight and cut them short!

[@jadekahoalii9649]

tysm! I love mine so much!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

So happy you like it hun! ❤️🙏🏼🥰

[@TinaSaras]

How long did u take to finish this pretty bag? ❤

[@marthasalazarlopez3487]

Saludos, Hermosoooo!!! Muchas gracias👋👋👋

[@soulfulnotions2648]

🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼😊

[@Maria.V.M]

Achei muito linnnndo esse nós...ameeei

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!

[@lynditurner6144]

Cant wait to make this thanks

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!

[@LauraGomez-lx8by]

Hermoso trabajo gracias por compartir

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure!❤️❤️

[@ЛарисаБилан-й5ж]

СУПЕР!!!!! Благодарю!!!👏👏👏

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@sunantagarcia3573]

Thank you so much for your beautiful tutorial ❤

[@soulfulnotions2648]

It’s my pleasure! I’m glad you like it!:)

[@handcrafts5975]

Beautiful i will make it

[@soulfulnotions2648]

❤️❤️

[@chekotaythefirstrochester9094]

Really enjoyed this. Therapeutic❤ I will give thus a try.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you, I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@janebrueton5398]

Count me in! Lové this. Thank you x

[@soulfulnotions2648]

I’m so happy you like it!🙏🏼❤️

[@lynaw6833]

This looks so beautiful. Will definitely give it a try. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

My pleasure! I’m so happy you like it!🥰🙏🏼❤️

[@patriciarocha944]

Ficou lindo 👏👏👏

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@8erwuvfgbuifewf]

Would love to make this bag a bit bigger. Do you have instructions for a larger bag?

[@soulfulnotions2648]

All you have to do is add extra cords and extra length on each cord. Just make sure it’s an even number of cords or the knots won’t work out.

[@valrosa7861]

Que lindeza ,obrigada por ensinar !

[@alinecoutinho6628]

Vc conseguiu traduzir as medidas?

[@arturtonn446]

ufffffffffffff Bellissimooooooo 🥳😌

[@soulfulnotions2648]

🫶🥲♥️🙏🏼🫶

[@tommiehejke9395]

What is the name of this knot? Very pretty!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thanks so much! I honestly have no idea what the name is, I’m sorry:(

[@helenhawthorn1392]

Hi. If I do this drawstring bag with 3ply cotton, what size will the bag be please? Thanks.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Couldn’t say as I don’t know the size of cord and I’ve never attempted it in a 3ply rope.

[@helenhawthorn1392]

@@soulfulnotions2648 it is 3mm. What is the size finished , if I use same braided cord as you please? Thanks.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

@@helenhawthorn1392 don’t remember off hand but the measurements are given in the description below. Good luck!

[@silviaetcheveste5117]

Muy bonito, gracias 💗🇦🇷

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you! ❤️🙏🏼🥰😊

[@neuzaviana6526]

Lindo demais!!!!! Parabéns!!!!!!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you!🥰❤️🙏🏼

[@maryamhoffmann6571]

so cute! what happens to the tape that joins the strings together?

[@soulfulnotions2648]

It was taken off obviously

[@younsxo295]

Thank you for teching

[@soulfulnotions2648]

No worries, thanks for watching:)

[@patti9984]

Hermoso, todo 🙏 gracias 💜

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank u! I’m happy you like it!🙏🏼❤️☺️🌸

[@dorabastos8594]

Excelente, parabéns 🙏.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you!❤️

[@ABbloxburg]

Very nice mommy!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you my love!

[@DianPermatasari]

cantik sekali tasnya 😍😍😍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️

[@monicalopez3628]

Hola !! Hermoso trabajo!! Me podrias decir de que medidas queda el trabajo terminado ?

[@soulfulnotions2648]

♥️☺️🙏🏼✨

[@dawngallinatti5720]

I love this purse!I am very new to macrame, and you do a wonderful job demonstrating! However, we lost power during a snowstorm for a couple of hours and I was low on phone battery. Well...I thought I could remember the instructions and not so, haha! I did most of both sides, not knowing I was to join the two sides after 5-6 rows. I didn't want to take it down. So, did the bottom. It looks beautiful! I was wondering if you had any ideas on how I can connect the sides now? Lol! 🤞😂

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Oh no! Lol 😂 You can use cord and see this sides together I think?! I do have a couple tutorials for clutch purses and use that method there, I hope this helps and good luck!❤️

[@nicollettestaats8069]

Would this drawstring technique work with square knots all through the bag? Love the tutorial thank you

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Yes, it totally will!:)

[@trishabrown1858]

Hello there. Quick question. If I wanted to make this bigger, how would I go about doing that? Does it just need to be an even number of cords? Thank you

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Yes, that’s exactly right! And more length if you want it longer as well:)

[@elivaniacosta1939]

❤ perfeito 👏👏👏👏

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!🙏🏼🙏🏼♥️♥️

[@nanzcandano4272]

ilove it

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thanks so much, I’m happy you liked it ♥️🥰🙏🏼

[@user-kf9ow5os2i]

Прекрасная сумка! Какой в итоге получился размер.? Спасибо

[@christinahorgan8002]

Thanks!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

🙂🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@hannacharubin7481]

Wow, wyglada super ! Thank you for tutorial, easy to follow, I’m going to do it!

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!

[@dmhernandez02]

Gracias. Hice una igual. Linda

[@soulfulnotions2648]

🙏🏼❤️☺️

[@malvikakhurana6186]

This is amazing 🤩🤩loved it😍😍

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much!😊🙏🏼

[@liliamvaleria4470]

Amazing! 🤩

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Thank you so much hun ❤️🙏🏼😊🥰

[@shailakaleathavale]

What type of cord you use for this bag? Bag is very nice. Please let me know.

[@soulfulnotions2648]

It is listed in both the video, and below in the description. I believe it was a 5mm braided cord.

[@Heycin21]

can I use a different type of cord? like 3ply twisted?

[@soulfulnotions2648]

Yes but cut more length and probably 4mm or smaller only!