How to Sew a Drawstring Backpack

CUT 2 pieces of fabric 16" x 17" inches
CUT 2 drawstrings 67" each
Ready to amp up your drawstring bag game? With just a few tweaks, you can make a BACKPACK. These are awesome for carrying just a few things - they're so light and easy to make. Make one in every fabric print you love! Come learn how -- let's sew!
• Fabric used in this video is from my Boardwalk Delight fabric collection:
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[@rhondaziman562]

Thank you Dana! I found your tutorials about a year ago and i use them all the time. my daughter starts junior school tomorrow, she's the youngest in her class bless her. I have made her your kids shorts for PE lessons, and I made this drawstring bag to put her PE kit in. Its sort of like she will have me at school with her when she's settling in. Lovely!

[@MADEEveryday]

aw what a fun idea to make the bag for PE clothes! Awesome. Thanks for sharing Rhonda :) Dana

[@denisedorsey2889]

Dana, I am teaching 9 and 10 year olds to sew. Your videos have been so valuable to me as I reacquaint myself with sewing. My students start with your little draw string bag as a first project. They move on to sew a pillow case, a simple elastic waist skirt, and a reversible boxed bottom tote bag. I also introduce them to knits with your knit head band. After they have accomplished these I graduate them to your simple shorts (knit pj shorts), skirts with pockets and aprons. I am adding this string backpack to the list. Your project ideas are truly beginner level and the girls are so proud of what they can accomplish in a 2 and a half hour class. The best thing is that these are all things they will wear and use. Thank you for inspiring the next generation!

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh my gosh, Thank you for sharing that Denise! That makes me so happy to hear!! You just made my day :) Thanks for sharing the love of sewing with others! Dana

[@LightFigure888]

I know it’s 6 years later ! But lovely cheerful video 😀 will rewatch & stop & start as I sew along

[@MADEEveryday]

haha. Thanks so much! :)

[@user-mu5xc2yh1t]

According to my opinion this lady does a wonderful presentation and I bet she is a wonderful person too. Some people though (those selecting "dislike", may not have undrrstood something in the prosess of the video and that what their "dislike" may concern. I dont think that labels like pityfull souls contribute to making the world a more human place. You are not in their mind nor souls! They may be dark, they may be many other things!!!only God -who knows everything - is able to "judge"!!

[@cheryl7784]

Thank you for making your tutorials simple enough for beginners to follow. You explain things so well and I appreciate the way you use a sewing machine without all the fancy bells & whistles! 💕

[@RameyRocks]

I like to walk my dogs and I get tired of carrying their water dish and water bottle in a grocery bag in my hand. So I got a sewing machine for Christmas. I bought some cute fabric at Hobby Lobby that is black and has little doggie bones and then I bought some that is black and has little white paw prints. I have made the first one and it came out great. I had to use ribbon for my straps because I did not buy enough of the bias tape. It turned out fine now I'm going to make one for my sister. This is the first thing I ever made using a video tutorial and only the second thing I have made with my new sewing machine. I love your easy videos.

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh good, that's great to hear! That sounds really cute. Have fun sewing, Missi!

[@michaelwilliams5429]

I would love to know how to add a lining to this!

[@annellealexander4025]

Simply attach another fabric to the wrong side of the main fabric. Do this before you start following Dana's steps.

[@jannettechamberlin1553]

Thank you for our tutorial, so many others talks to much on thing that are not important, others don’t talk at all, yours is easy to follow. Jannette thanks from Iowa 😊

[@foreverlalala]

just made a samller version today and it came out really cute. I added lining and a small inner pocket for the phone. perfect for carrying bare essentials when I cycle to work in hot weather. thank you Dana for another excellent tutorial!

[@maryloushapiro779]

How did you sew the bias tape? Inside both pieces or just the outside of the bag?

[@Marialla.]

This would be a good thing to bring to a sleepover, packed with pajamas, a toy, a snack etc.

[@kenjiunno3453]

Marialla or a gun or bomb.

[@diocelinaweber5457]

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[@cindywalker63]

I made my first two for my nephews for traveling in the car- they put whatever they want in it for the car ride- they love them! Dana your videos are the very best! Only one I can follow the instructions!

[@MADEEveryday]

That's great to hear, thank you! Glad these worked well for your nephews. 😊

[@christybrantley8092]

Love your tutorial. Used it as inspiration to make a Minecraft Style backpack for going to Grandma's for my son.

[@denisethistlewaitesuitnsne923]

Love, love, love it! Headed to buy fabric now to make one for my granddaughter! ❤️ Thank you Dana, for your tutorials and beautifully positive attitude!

[@dangrinthal4541]

All of your videos are so well produced. It's rad

[@michaelwebb4500]

How can you be so cheerful all the time? Your you tubes are always very well done. More than that I love your projects. I am a new sewer. My family thinks my projects are so remarkably cute. And your instructions are easily followed. I hang on every word as each one is very descriptive and important. Keep up the good job.

[@MADEEveryday]

Hahah. I promise I'm not always cheerful haha :) I'm so glad you've enjoyed the videos and have been making projects! That makes me happy to hear! Have fun with all your sewing adventures Michael :) - Dana

[@shuntaikindred5150-sunnedais]

I understood your method better than every content creator I watched on this subject.😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@davernew.305]

Thank you for this video - the best one on making these awesome little backpacks! I make these to put in our Samaritan's Purse Christmas Shoeboxes and for other kiddos that we know. : ) The only variation that I make is to cut only one section of fabric - so 16 X 68 rather than 16 X 34 times two - eliminating the bottom seam by making a fold instead. You always do videos that are easy to follow and provide great results!

[@niruparanasinghe5351]

Hi...I've seen so many KZbins on how to make drawstring backpacks, but I find yours the most interesting and practical. In fact I just completed one myself with lining and an outer and inner pocket...so thanks a lot! Sending you regards all the way from Sri Lanka 🥰

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you added a lining and pocket! Those are great additions. Have fun sewing more! They can be addicting to make :) - Dana

[@jacquesickert2977]

I love how you explain every step do clearly. Thanks!

[@hollylaw623]

I absolutely love your videos you've made sewing seem effortless and easy I've made a bunch of tote bags in different styles for well ... everyone lol and I'm loving these draw string bags and back packs my 8 year old daughter even made a tooth fairy draw string pouch, I don't have any huge stores like you seem to so am limited to what selections I have I've brought everything to make the notebooks over the Easter holidays I just want to thankyou for making my new adventure into sewing fun, easy and exciting

[@MADEEveryday]

What a sweet comment! Thank you Holly! :) Dana

[@maaryasiddiqui3599]

Another awesome tutorial! Watching your videos always cheers me up! The fabric is so pretty and your teaching style is so fun to watch! Thank you!!

[@MADEEveryday]

What a sweet comment. Thank you! :) - Dana

[@maaryasiddiqui3599]

:)

[@shadowdragoon5]

I love how detailed your explanations are!

[@rebekahsandford4301]

My first ever real sewing project! This tutorial was so easy to follow and ended up with the cutest little gym bag for my 3 year old. I made it smaller and adjusted the strap size like you said. My daughter hasn't taken it off as soon as it left the sewing machine. Thank you!!

[@felicewolff2659]

Id like to make one for my 3 y/o grandson. What size fabric dod you use and how long did you cut the straps?

[@catherinehains2161]

Made a canvas one of these tonight with a waterproof lining. My grandson loves his new dinosaur patterned bag. Great tutorial 😃

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! That sounds like such a cool bag!

[@melissamika]

I made a couple of these for my daughters as a first time sewing project. It was so easy and the bags are super cute! They love them! Thanks Dana!

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! Yay! Good job :) Dana

[@tillyswansea3137]

Cant wait to make this for my grandson who starts school this fall. Thank you for another great tutorial

[@MADEEveryday]

Awesome! Have fun making one! They can become a little addictive after you've done it once :) Dana

[@helenej1]

Thank You. I have been waiting for a video like that. My kids love the drawstring bags i made for them. Bet they will love this too.

[@kennedy6452]

Love it do more sewing videos those are my favorite!

[@wendyyang8874]

I loved this tutorial and it was so simple to do for beginner sewer like me. Thanks for the tutorial effort. Lovely 🥰🇸🇬

[@marianacamarena1702]

I love your Babylock sewing machine!! Hope I can get it in Mexico!!

[@charlesfaulkner8653]

So glad I found your channel. You make everything look so easy. I’m just starting to learn and I want to do a backpack for my granddaughter. My ultimate goal is to sew a leather backpack for my oldest daughter. Love your channel.

[@MADEEveryday]

Thanks! And awesome. I have never sewn a leather backpack! haha. I'm excited for you to do that!

[@ellabcool247]

I love this video thank you. Please can you tell me at what point in the process would I add my lining and how would I add it to the backpack.

[@vickiel914]

Made one for my grandson with batman fabric and 72 inch shoestrings. Turned out great!

[@ursulagreen8374]

You made that look sew easy. I'm gonna make one for a trip my family is taking for snacks. Thanks

[@emanemonee]

Thank you so much! I’m going to make one for when I go skating to hold my phone, keys, etc

[@stellagrazi]

I love ❤️ this video !!!!! It's amazing !!!! MADE EVERIDEY are special 😘😘😘😘😘

[@stellagrazi]

Sorry , my keyboard wrote badly, I wanted to write "MADE EveryDay" 😅😅😅😅😅

[@MADEEveryday]

haha. Thanks! :) - Dana

[@mrswachita]

Yay!! Another video from you !!!!!!!. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE your videos!!!!!

[@haleighjohnson7521]

I just tried making one with this tutorial and it was so easy! Thank you!!

[@janiceseney6617]

Wow, you are amazing at what you do!! I've watched a few videos on how to sew a drawstring bag and you nailed it!! Thank you!

[@carlabridle2642]

Do a dress please and more sewing vids I love them so much and I've seen almost all of your vids my fav is the sew your own simple skirt I'm only 12 but I reaguarly sew when ever I can I recently made your skirt pattern now I'm in the middle of your shirt pattern your a inspiration to us all my mum said she wished she could sew for me but I just do it my self xxxooo thanks a bunch love your vids

[@siri_diy]

So​ cute​ your​ bag❤👍

[@nics5581]

You’re always such a joy to watch!

[@MADEEveryday]

What a nice thing to say! Thanks, Nic

[@YvesGeorgeSanchez]

Thank you for sharing this! This way I don't need to put grommets at the bottom.

[@MADEEveryday]

Yes! Though that is a fun way to do it too. Adds a cool "accessorized" look to the bag :) - Dana

[@veronicawatson6092]

Hey Dana I love love your stuff

[@breannrose8207]

okay i am soooo gonna make this! My boyfriend loves these and his birthday is coming up!

[@stephaniecurtiss9757]

Love this!! Can’t wait to try it! Thank you so much for another great tutorial!!

[@klysohirka2456]

Thank you! I just made the cutest backpack!!

[@maryannjackson8114]

Love your video i plan on making one for our grandson n neighbors grand daughter

[@eileendigiacomo5771]

making it this weekend!! thank you, it looks so easy.

[@junemitchell9696]

My great grandson wanted a bag so he could carry his precious toy cars wherever he went Sure he will love this.

[@jacobkling9722]

Very Helpful and easy to follow 👍

[@heidilottering364]

Hey Dana, I love this tutorial. I'm very new to sewing. I was hoping to find an explanation on how to add a liner to this bag

[@kisoresherreitt356]

Loved the video! Posted my finished bag on Instagram! I lined it and added iron on embellishments 🥰🥰🥰 I love it for my daughter.

[@azeeaman]

Yeahhh i love this tutorial.. i made 2 already.. n 2 more to go .. All to be given as gifts 😍😍.. ur a superstar Dana👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MADEEveryday]

awwwwwwwesome. Love to hear that!! Dana

[@debbieburgess8912]

Pillowcases would be GREAT for this.😉

[@luzvimindareeve8389]

You made it look really easy to do! Thnks for a great tutorial!❤

[@rem5782]

This would be a great rehearsal bag!!!

[@allielisee]

Love you, made everyday!

[@lucygalvan7064]

I love your tutorials! They are so much fun. Can't wait to try making this.

[@MegaKimwade]

I just made one out of Beauty and the Beast material. Such an easy, fun project. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@MADEEveryday]

awesome! Yay!

[@kimberleebennett7398]

Please, please..... do a video on the blue ruffle sleeve shirt your daughter have on. Love those sleeves

[@nithyas4168]

Just wondering how can someone dislike this video ! And I see 52 very pitiful souls here .. May God bless them with enough wisdom

[@TheJR850]

Nithya S who pissed in your cereal that morning? Seriously! Why on earth would you be so hateful? What is wrong with you? You’re the one that needs god’s blessing, because he is surely judging you!

[@carriebland4203]

I love this! Thank you! Since you're drawstring is encased, do you have any suggestions for how someone would shorten them so that it fits snugs for multiple people (i.e., a child and then parent when child gets tired of carrying it lol)? thx!

[@janina32]

this is so great! made mine today. :)

[@yananikolova6612]

Awesome tutorial! Thank you!

[@OrganizedChaosRabiahAhmed]

Dana you make me get excited about sewing something! please please please do some videos on little girl dresses

[@linnettcampbel8464]

yes i like her she explained very well.thank you

[@JennieOlivero]

I love your videos!! You are amazing in what you do....

[@fuller.brooklyn]

I love your videos

[@hishannon630]

How would you do one with a circular bottom?

[@deeblaides8236]

I like your method

[@palomaocampo6336]

Me encantan tus vídeos. Espero pronto poner en práctica todo lo que aprendo de ellos. Saludos

[@kittykat5961]

i love this. when i have the fabric ill try it

[@crochetingaroundnewzealand]

Love this great simple bag thank you!

[@janicegalewski5242]

Thank you for the video!! Love the out come 😁✌️

[@juliacastellanos7764]

Thankyou for making this video it was very helpful

[@trishabrown8958]

Thank you I loved this project!!

[@Dibdib35]

Brilliant as always. Love your videos 💕

[@secondaccount8246]

900 likes and 9 dislikes, way to shove it in those disliking people’s faces! This lady is so nice why would someone not like the video with her attitude!!! She seems sweet! And if people were mad because the video was not helpful to them, than that sucks for u and that doesn’t mean the video is of bad quality!! Ugh people!

[@normbutler22]

I am using directional fabric with a horizontal print. Do I have to line up my fabric in the opposite direction before sewing it?

[@breewhite5194]

Love these videos!! Could you pretttyyyy plz do a baby dress?!!

[@sharonboswell7257]

Dana, could you explain how to add a lining to make it a wet bag for moms of toddlers? Thank you

[@gilbertodiaz-castro626]

I tried to follow your instructions for the draw string but they come out way y the ok long for my daughter’s bag, can they be stitched half way up the bag to shorten them? By the way, she wanted zip-cord as her strap do I used a very short zig-zag stitch to secure them; I think it was the best way to ensure I got more than two stitches in them.

[@ghosty7839]

Why would anyone unlike this !!

[@Vanessa-lima]

Please do more videos 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ursulaiwaki825]

I love your videos! Thank you.

[@m.a.kashim6616]

So nice

[@jennyholding5272]

Very sweet, thank you.

[@maryloushapiro779]

If I want to put a lining inside of this bag should I sew the bias tape thru both pieces or just the outside

[@lindaholder2225]

How long are strings for kids backpack?? Same length

[@michaelwebb4500]

I forgot to tell you, I’m now looking at a baby lock sewing machine.

[@MADEEveryday]

Oh awesome! That's fantastic!!

[@Sony-sf2gs]

Very nice

[@jeynnastarks7834]

I wonder if you could make a drawstring backpack out of a tote bag that would be awesome

[@286bdesignsboutique8]

Thank you for making this so simple to follow and enjoyable to watch. I'm going to use my backpacks for donation. School will be starting again soon and I'm going to donate a few of them filled with school supplies. :-) Thanks again!

[@MADEEveryday]

That's an awesome idea!

[@roxanneabella9581]

wow i think i will try that know because its very nice❤❤🐶🐶😎😎

[@lyndawilliams4083]

Just made this for my grandson who is returning to school tomorrow.

[@emzbull]

What’s the finished size ? Awesome video! ❤

[@ByLeiaCarvalho]

Parabéns aqui do Brasil

[@gigijohnson3211]

Great video but question if you use rope or cord how to sew onto fabric?

[@MADEEveryday]

You can sew through cord and rope, depending on the thickness. Just go slowly.

[@marcoselton2117]

I really wish your fabrics we’re easily available in the U.K.

[@MADEEveryday]

They are available in the UK! There are a few shops that carry them and I have them linked to the fabric headquarters pages on my website. You can also search on the Art Gallery Fabrics website for UK shops that carry AGF fabrics. Here you go.... Blush fabric (scroll down to find the shops): www.madeeveryday.com/blush/ Fiesta Fun: www.madeeveryday.com/fiesta-fun/ Boardwalk Delight: www.madeeveryday.com/boardwalk-delight/ And here's the shop finder on the AGF site: liveartgalleryfabrics.com/where-to-buy/store-locator/

[@marcoselton2117]

MADE Everyday thank you so much. Can’t wait to start creating with your fabric.