Sew Drawstring Bags - With French Seams!

Sew Drawstring Bags with French Seams

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Here's a quick overview: with French seams, you'll start by sewing WRONG sides together first. For a drawstring bag, you'll need to leave a gap at the top of each edge of the bag.

Raw edges will be hemmed.

Fold down edges for the drawstring casing. Full Tutorial Here

Add drawstrings in.

This is what it'll look like!

Use the bags for reusable gift bags or organization around your home! Full Tutorial Here

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