The Colouring Pouch - FREE Pattern

It's fat quarter friendly! This download includes the cutting instructions and pattern piece measurements. This is a video based sewing pattern so the instructions on how to make it are included in the video. If you don't want to download the handy printout, you can find the cutting list below instead.
We have "just add fabric" kits for this pattern available to purchase here.
Skill Level
beginner
License
PDF files for your personal use only. You can make bags using this pattern on a home-based production scale.
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The full video tutorial
This is a video based sewing pattern so you'll need to watch this video for the instructions on how to make it.
Main panel: 15" x 12" [38cm x 30.5cm] - cut 2 x fabric, 1 x stabiliser
Main vinyl: 14 1/4" x 12" [36.25cm x 30.5cm] - cut 2 x clear vinyl
Zip binding: 2 1/2" x 12" [5cm x 30.5cm] - cut 6 fabric
Zip tabs: 1 1/4" x 1 1/2" [3.25cm x 3.75cm] - cut 6 fabric
Grab handle: 2 1/4" x 11" [5.75cm x 28cm] - cut 1 fabric
Binding: 2 1/2" x 60" [5.75cm x 152cm] - cut 1 fabric. Add 2" [5cm] length for each join in the fabric.
There's loads of options for you to customise this pattern, but in the video tutorial we'll just cover the basics: making it with quilting cotton, with two compartments on one side and one compartment on the other. You could also bind it with cork, polyester canvas, or pre-made binding. If you want a larger version, better suited to storing sewing projects, check out our free project pouch pattern here.
For the stabiliser you could use Decovil Light, Flex-a-Fuse Plus, Bouncy Firm 160 or a medium loft fleece such as 971F.
Immediately after purchase, you will receive the following files:
- Information sheet with cutting instructions and a link to the video instructions36.25cm x 61cm [14 1/4" x 24"] of clear vinyl
15cm x 24cm [15" x 24"] of stabiliser - Decovil Light, Fleece, or Foam
3 x 28cm [3 x 11"] of no.5 size zip tape and three zip pulls
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Making the bag:
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 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.