Reusable Snack Bags Tutorial | How to Sew a Reusable Snack Bags

[@zuly8397]

Thank you!! I’ve spent MANY hours looking for the perfect, easy to follow, beautifully made zipper pouch tutorial. I absolutely LOVE your video - I’ve made two so far! I’m addicted and impressed by how quickly these come together. Thank you!

[@carolinacactusembroidery]

Brilliant technique on having the opening on the side to flip and not the bottom of the bag (inside). Thank you! 🥰

[@kristenpainter8895]

That cat tail makes the whole video so satisfying!

[@dorkeyone556]

What a wonderful tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@RainorShine1]

Wish would would gave the finish size of the bags you already made, that would of helped me out really like the size of the blue one with the tree and the one you made on camera. This is so cool

[@coachchathianderson7941]

LOVE your take on reusing fabric you already have.

[@marniesmalridge8152]

The best tutorial on making your own sandwich/snack bags!! Wonderful and clear instructions. Great job and thank you 🤗😊

[@michellesmixedmediamadness]

Thank you so much for taking the mystery out of doing zippers!!! I had been struggling with them and your tutorial was very encouraging. I made a bag tonight. While I had trouble with the oil cloth I did manage a decent bag and inserted a zipper! Yeah, it's a success in my book.

[@FeliciasWorld]

Michelle L Awesome, Michelle! You go!

[@1228Rhonda]

This video is terrific! I have watched so many bag videos and this is one of the easiest, concise and well done videos. Thank you so much

[@nicolanewington1798]

I would rather use Wonder Clips/Clever Clips instead of pinning, then you won't get holes in your PUL. Also for anyone nervous about sewing in zippers, I love Wonder Tape, a two sided wash-out tape. It holds it all in place while you sew.

[@lindaa.880]

Thank you! My snack bag turned out very well, thanks to your excellent instructions!

[@KristianaW]

I make sandwich bags with PUL and throw in dryer and they are fine 😊

[@bun04y]

My local thrift store will sometimes have bundles of zippers. I bought a bundle of 10 or so for only $3.

[@xLovelyValx]

Thank you, I've just made my first one, super easy!

[@lindaswiat3330]

It is very difficult to find the PUL material in my area Ohio. I love this idea 💡

[@samanthaeverest5492]

Hi Felicia, I'm pretty new to sewing and have decided to try making these bags as an easier project. I'll be practicing with some scrap material before I invest in the PUL. I am hoping you can please answer a few questions I have before I begin. I would like to end up with about an 8"x8" bag, if I cut the fabric 9"x17" and use a 9" zipper (from stop to stop), should I end up about those dimensions (I understand my sewing skill, or lack thereof, will determine some of this). Also, do you have a recommended stitch I should use for this? I was thinking a straight stitch with a short stitch length, but I really am not too familiar with various stitches and the best uses for each. Thank you so much, your video has given me the confidence that I can do this!

[@ashleybows5289]

Samantha Everest I just did this today with a zip loc bag and some left over fabric it worked okay but I’m glad I did this before buying some pul

[@WDFTV]

You make it seem so easy! Def. Will try

[@EJsDaughter]

I thought you had to add interfacing to the cotton fabric but I like this method. Thanks.

[@vickyhull845]

LOVE your video, thank you for sharing.

[@jenniferfarsh675]

Love those baggies 💕 thank you..

[@FeliciasWorld]

Hope you are inspired to make some!

[@tibbs4000]

Just wash the cloth a few times before using it on food. No need to buy special organic cotton. Your baggie are lovely, thanks for the inspiration!

[@dianeking3292]

What are the measurements for the smaller ones please I think they look so nice and convenient to

[@kimberleyhaines4745]

I would love to know how these are holding up for you? About to make some for my kids and for teacher gifts (different sizes).

[@thedrunkengardenernb]

Did you ever make them and how did they hold up if you did? I have a mattress protector that has PUL and it lasted a few years of frequent washing, only has a couple small holes in the PUL I believe from my dog. I think the bags would hold up well! I'm going to make some with PUL remnants I ordered for about $9/m after tax!

[@teresabowling9383]

Hi! Thank you for this tutorial and would look forward to knowing what brand ruler you’re using? ( find very helpful the measurement markings throughout.)

[@FeliciasWorld]

Hi Teresa. Most of the rules I use are either omnigrid or Creative Grids. I like both:)

[@victoriamyatt783]

Im loving your video, thanks for the info, the snack bags look great and im making some now but no zips. Please dont feel bad about not using organic cotton as all cotton is processed and theres nothing really enviromentally different in the biodegrading purpose. They both take ages to rot and have to be heavily processed to be recycled. Alot of manufacturers put things on labels to make it more sellable and to keep up with up to date trends. Watch stacey dooleys "blood sweat and tee shirts" documentary to really see how cotton is produced. You are totally right to say use what you already have or try to buy from charity shops/thrift stores as this will end up in land fill when not sold.

[@lyndabaillargeon4955]

Love the video and how to insert a zipper!!!

[@mailitedd185]

Just FYI PUL is hospital grade. It does not melt in the dryer even on high heat. I have been drying pads with PUL in the dryer on high for over a decade and the PUL has never been damaged in any way.

[@FeliciasWorld]

Yes, I figured that out as well a while after I made the video/ I have been washing and drying the bags I made at high heat for 2 years and they are just fine.

[@mailitedd185]

@@FeliciasWorld Every little time saver helps when you're a busy mom. 😀 thank you for your tutorials!

[@angelikaimnaehglueck]

Good job done.

[@brandierobson2423]

I purchased 120 9 inch zippers on Amazon for $14.99. Another option for the inside is Ripe Stop nylon fabric. It is around $5 yd and is water proof too.

[@KANEESHLASHAY]

Hi! Where did you find the rip stop?

[@brandierobson2423]

@@KANEESHLASHAY Joann Fabrics

[@janetbailey4282]

Is Rip Stop Food Safe?

[@annettehachey7909]

Definitely cheaper to get the zippers online rather than the fabric store, over $1.45 for a 7" and $2.50 for a 10"". I buy mine through Amazon and pay about 0.25 per for 7" 🙂.

[@RainorShine1]

I would love to know what to cut the fabric for the 4 in ones I like the smaller ones a lot. Thanks for sharing. Easy to follow as well.

[@FeliciasWorld]

The bags actually hold up really well. I made a ton of them and they get washed inside out in laundry bags weekly. The biggest issue I have had is that my step kids who go back and forth between houses leave them at their mom’s house and I suspect they just get thrown away because they lay in used lunch boxes for days on end with leftovers in them. I have discovered I can also put these in the dryer. It doesn’t seem to overheat the PUL.

[@trudythomas7505]

Thank you for sharing. How short do you cut through PUL lining Thank you

[@anabelmartineau9060]

Love the video! Can you just tell me the most useful dimensions of those bag you find the more useful? Thanks!

[@FeliciasWorld]

Anabel Martineau I made some that were really small , probably around 4x4 finished size for snacks and then some closer to 6x6 or so for sandwiches. I think it depends on what kind of food you want to put in them. My kids don’t eat sandwiches so the smaller bags are great for them.

[@anabelmartineau9060]

@@FeliciasWorld thanks a lot! Since it's only my first child (out of 4) who's beginning kindergarden, I think 4x4 appears to be a perfect size for her!

[@RainorShine1]

I know this is old but first and formost thanks for sharing this, I love these, and 2nd where did you buy your pul? I want to make loads of these.

[@FeliciasWorld]

I got PUL at JoAnns, but you can also get it at ton of places online.

[@lajenga]

Does the PUL lining ever get caught in the zipper? Some other videos suggest top stitch the exterior fabric through the liner right below the zipper. Didn’t know if that’s possible with this pattern or not. If not necessary, would save a step. Thoughts, please? Thank you.

[@FeliciasWorld]

I haven’t had any problems with the PUL getting caught in the zipper at all. The PUL is much thicker than the cotton so I don’t think the zipper teeth grabs it.

[@keepup8868]

💯 agree l, it’s better to use what you have.

[@cheryleaston6820]

Can I ask what type of sewing machine you use? Thanks for sharing the snack bags great idea

[@FeliciasWorld]

I usually sew on a Bernine 750 and a Bernina 880, but I think in this video I may be using a Janome machine..Probably the 12000. However, you don't need a fancy machine to make these bags

[@cheryleaston6820]

@@FeliciasWorld thank you

[@mbcalderwood]

Love this!

[@thedrunkengardenernb]

Hello, I am so curious how these held up for you? Do you wash them inside out?

[@FeliciasWorld]

Yes, I do wash them inside out. They have held up great. My problem is that my kids loose them , but they have been washed by hand or in the washer for a long time now and they aren’t falling apart.

[@thedrunkengardenernb]

@@FeliciasWorld I was definitely anticipating my kid losing some as well, heh. Such as life, I guess, lol! Do you put them in the dryer as well? I'm wondering if the zippers would catch on the PUL

[@patriciakuadey1580]

What are the measurements of the smaller ones, such as the one that you suggested for nuts?

[@miyokoburns4716]

What kind fabric are you using?

[@stephaniealpers1930]

As you've been using these, which sizes to you find the most useful? I'm going to be making some and am a little unsure which sizes to make.

[@mamakaka73]

Have you tried the pul that is already printed?

[@FeliciasWorld]

No, I haven't looked at those:)

[@NonnaBethsCrafts2Be]

do you have a link for the zippers?

[@FeliciasWorld]

Sorry, I don't have that any more. If you look at Brani's comment above, she purchased a boatload of zippers dirt cheap on Amazon. I have had great luck on Etsy.

[@xan37y]

Pul is little expensive. Can you suggest other fabric? Thank you

[@kimberlydiemer4349]

its about $8/yard at Hobby Lobby or Joanns...

[@xan37y]

@@kimberlydiemer4349 thank you😊. I try to search in my country. Keep make fabulous sewing idea👍

[@lorirees21]

Hi I would try experimenting with cereal or cracker bags from boxed cereal. I make dish scrubs and reuse the produce netting I get from onion and garlic bags. It feels so good to reuse!

[@nightowlcrafts]

PUL is not food safe even though it is waterproof...Wazoodle fabrics sells the waterproof/food safe lining for these bags.

[@danigalbreath3694]

Yes! They do have pul fabric that is food safe and worth the money.

[@janetbailey4282]

Yes, PUL has a Food Safe Line.

[@albaconsueloreyesvilla2044]

Que lindo 😍😍❤👍👌👌

[@olivajimenez1748]

Does this zipper placement on a bag have a name?

[@Kera.S.]

💙👍👏👏👏

[@venanciasandin6475]

Where do you get PUL fabric?

[@vickyhull845]

Amazon, Joanns, or your local Walmart if your lucky.😉

[@flavialombardi7405]

Hiii is PUL food safe? 🙏🏼❤️

[@FeliciasWorld]

I think so, I honestly haven't really researched it.

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

Yes, there is food safe PUL available.

[@RainorShine1]

@@TheCraftedHeartNH never heard of food safe pul at all

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

@@RainorShine1 Wazoodle Fabrics sells it!

[@damarisrucci1913]

What are the measurements?

[@jenpanko2512]

All of my food i save in these go stale and soggy. How can i prevent that?

[@RainorShine1]

These are not to store over might or anything. They should last whole day in these. Wouldn't put anything wet in either. Apples are ok though.

[@FeliciasWorld]

I use them for carrot sticks, sugar snap peas etc. The keep up fine. Also, I put goldfish and crackers etc in them. Its just for school lunches so the food stays in there only for 4-5 hours usually.

[@janetbailey4282]

They are to be used for snacks that day, They are not for storage. Keeping them in Refrigerator helps freshness., but still not for storage.