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Full Video Tutorial

In this video tutorial I'll walk you through every step of making this sewing pattern. I'll also show you which tools you need, and how to use them.


What’s included?
- Digital PDF file with 12 pages of step-by-step photo instructions
- Handy cutting chart and pattern pieces to print at home
- Full video tutorial
- Instant download after purchase
- Two styles included: grab handle and tie cord
- Designed and created on a domestic sewing machine
- All measurements are in imperial (inches) and metric (centimetres)
- A2 pattern piece file for those using a projector or print shop


For this pattern, you will need a hand press or similar tool that can punch holes, set rivets, and set eyelets/grommets.
We collaborate with the Trimming shop and recommend their Green Machine hand press. Whatever hand press or tool you use, you will also need the "die sets" to punch holes, set rivets, and set eyelets/grommets. Here we have linked the die sets to go with the Green machine:
- 9mm double cap rivet die set
- 10mm eyelet die set
- 2mm hole punch die set

Bag makers like making presents for friends and family. Instead of buying packaging or a box, how about making a box bag to present your gifts? There are two styles for you to choose from, the tie cord top, or grab handle.

This pattern is suitable for beginners. The pattern includes step by step photo instructions and tips. For more in-depth tips, watch the video tutorial which is linked on page 2 of the pattern.
Due to the small size of this bag, I recommend quilting cotton as an ideal fabric. Canvas is also great and more experienced sewists may want to give cork or vinyl a try.

Whatever fabrics you decide to use, make sure they’re suitable for your sewing machine. For domestic machines, it’s usually best to stick with cotton, especially for your first bag.
6” tall x 6” wide x 6” deep [15.25cm x 15.25cm x 15.25cm]
Two styles to choose from, a tie cord version or grab handle version.
You can sell products made from this design on a home-based production scale.

Immediately after purchase, you will receive the following files:

- PDF file including step by step photo instructions and printable pattern pieces (Letter paper format for those in the USA & Canada, A4 paper for those outside the USA & Canada)
- A2 file with pattern pieces - for print shop and projector use only
- SVG files for use with cutting machines such as Cricut or Cameo

This is NOT a finished bag. This is a digital sewing pattern to download and print at home to help you create your own bag. This digital file is for your personal use and that of your family only and is not to be shared or reproduced. See full terms and conditions.
Fabrics and interfacing:
Exterior fabric: 1/2 yd x 44" [50cm x 110cm]
Lining fabric: 1/2 yd x 44" [50cm x 110cm]
Double fold binding: 32” x 1/2" [81cm x 12mm]
Medium weight woven interfacing - enough for all cotton pieces
Stabiliser (Decovil Light or similar) 12” x 24" [30.5cm x 61cm]
Ultra firm stabiliser (Decovil Heavy, Peltex, or similar) 6” x 6" [16cm x 16cm]

Other Supplies:
Rope/Cord (for tie cord version) 40” x 1/4" [100cm x 6mm]
Eyelets (for tie cord version) 4 x 1/2” [12mm]
Leather handle (for grab handle version) 1 x 18” [46cm]
Rivets (for grab handle version) 4 x Medium [8mm post]
Thread (Suitable to your machine. I use polyester Saba Tex 40)

As this is an electronic product, we cannot process refunds or returns as it cannot be returned once delivered. This pattern, once purchased, is not to be shared or reproduced in any way.

Downloads are limited to 10 per file as a precaution to stop bots from sharing download links. If you need your download limit refreshed, please email us and we’ll be happy to sort it for you. Got a question? Check the FAQs page, or email us at shop@countrycowdesigns.com.

When you purchase access to Digital Products you are purchasing a non-transferable, non-exclusive right to access the information for your personal use only. You may not publish or share the digital products or your login details with anyone else. The copyright for this pattern belongs to Country Cow Designs Ltd. It is therefore illegal to reproduce or share the pattern with others, or claim it as your own design. This includes using the pattern to teach classes or for any other commercial use. If you wish to use one of our patterns to teach a class, you must contact us for consent first and each student/attendee must purchase their own personal copy of the pattern.

To make this bag you’ll need to use various tools/equipment. You should only use tools that are well maintained and that you are competent at using. I recommend reading and following the safety instructions provided by the manufacturer of each tool. This pattern does not include safety precautions for the use of tools, so you are responsible for the safe use of any tools you use. If in doubt, seek guidance from an experienced professional of the tools you are using or contact the manufacturer directly. You are responsible for ensuring that you have a safe and suitable working environment. The instructions in this pattern are suggestions only and you are responsible for ensuring that you can carry out the suggestions safely without causing injury or harm to yourself or others. You are also responsible for ensuring that your sewing machine and other equipment are capable of carrying out the suggestions. I cannot be held accountable for damage caused because the tools used are unsuitable.

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