So let's get going...
Supply List
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Fat Quarters x 3
Coordinating or contrasting thread
Sewing Machine
Ruler/Mat Rotary Cutter
Ok here is what you need to cut and you can coordinate this any way you want but I'll tell you what I did for mine....
From the first two fat quarters cut 2 rectangles from each measuring 5 1/2 x 9 inches-these will be the pockets..4 pieces total
Then from the same 2 fat quarters cut 2 squares 10 3/4 x 12 inches from each one...if you want to line it with muslin you will replace 2 of these fat quarter squares for the lining...4 pieces total
From the 3rd fat quarter that you have not used yet cut 4 strips 3 1/2 x 22 inches....
Start by taking your strap pieces and fold them in half and press. Unfold and fold those pieces so they meet in the middle (the lien you created by pressing) then fold back over again and edge stitch....
I did a decorative leaf vine stitch....
Next you take your rectangle pieces and seam them together on the 5 1/2 inch side then flip over so right sides are facing out and press
Next sew your square piece to the liner piece along the 10 3/4 inch side as follows
Next with the piece open and right side facing up take the pocket and center it on the bottom and stitch
1 1/4 inch from the bottom repeat for your other bag piece...
Next you need to line up your handle along the bottom of the bag right side still facing up and sew it along the pocket edges to the top of the bag and go back down the other side making sure your handle is not twisted at the top! Do this for both pieces. Notice I put the contrasting fabric on the outside of the pocket and when you look into that pocket the fabric matches the main bag color on that side!
layer the bag pieces so your liner matches up and make sure the right sides are facing together....
Pin in place and stitch all around the bag leaving about a 4 inch opening in the liner to turn the bag right side out.....
You can make Milk carton corners if you wish or leave it alone....
turn the bag right side out and stitch the liner closed....
See my bag is the opposite on each side!
Here is the inside
Happy Sewing!
So this a fat quarter friendly project. custom carrier bags You really only need 3 Fat Quarters but I opted to line mine with muslin instead of printed cotton....
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