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Shoestring Bag Drawstring Backpack Printed Interfacing Pattern

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Design it your way—patchwork squares, strips, or one beautiful fabric—then sew it into a quilted Shoestring Bag drawstring backpack. This pattern keeps construction simple so you can focus on the fun part.
  • Designed to work with one piece of fabric—no piecing required
  • Option to use patchwork squares or strips for a custom look
  • Printed interfacing = precise construction with less guesswork
  • Sew-by-line guides help keep everything aligned and consistent
  • Faster and easier than traditional bag construction methods
  • Beginner-friendly with professional-looking results
 
Our Shoestring Bag is EASY to make & EASY to use!  The backpack cinches tight with shoestrings, and can be made on a shoestring budget (especially if you use your scrap 2.5” squares)!  

More inspiration and great instructions inside. Comfortable and lightweight to wear, with endless design options. We are sure you will LOVE your shoestring bag!

  • 1 Panel makes 1 bag
  • Simple technique, great bag!
  • Intersections match effortlessly

Make it simple or make it scrappy—your choice!

What Quilters Are Saying

“I used one fabric and had a finished bag in an afternoon.”


“Love that I can go simple or scrappy depending on my mood.”


“The printed lines made the construction so much easier to follow.”


“I made one plain and one patchwork—both turned out great.”


“Finally, a bag pattern that doesn’t overcomplicate things.”

Quick Start

1. Choose your fabric: one piece for a quick make, or pieced squares/strips for a custom design.
2. Prepare your fabric panel (piece if desired, or use as-is).
3. Follow the printed interfacing guides for placement and sewing.
4. Assemble the bag and add the drawstring straps.
5. Finish and wear your backpack.

What You'll Learn

- How to use printed interfacing for accurate bag construction
- Tips for working with a single fabric or pieced panel
- Simple techniques for building a functional drawstring backpack
- Clean finishing for a polished, durable bag

Who This is For

- Beginners who want a straightforward first bag project
- Quilters looking for a quick finish using one fabric
- Scrap lovers who want the option to incorporate patchwork
- Makers who want a functional drawstring backpack pattern that's super quick to make - less than one hour!
- Anyone who loves a project that can be simple or customized

What's included

- Printed interfacing with pre-marked sewing lines
- Step-by-step instructions for constructing the Shoestring Bag
- Guidance for using a single fabric or pieced panel
- Tips for assembly and finishing

Good to Know

- Designed for one fabric panel—piecing is optional
- Can be made as a quilted drawstring backpack
- Printed interfacing includes sewing and placement guides
- Ideal for quick projects, gifts, and classes

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