Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Snag the PDF pattern here:
notraceshop.com/product/easy-purse
Here's what you need to sew your own simple purse!
-2 pieces of fabric for the outside 11.5"h x 10.5"w
-2 pieces of fabric for the pocket (can be same fabric as outside): 10"h x 10.5"
-2 pieces of fabric for the inside: 11.5"h x 10.5"w
-1 long strap, between 40" and 55", depending on your height & comfort
Here's a tutorial for to boxings the corners without creating scraps. Go to 9:56 to see how to box those corners:
youtu.be/USTbMNMMaCw?si=Vj9EvixVr9XspZPe
Join our zero waste sewing & crafting group here:
facebook.com/groups/332218438480456
If you make one, tag me on Instagram! @no_trace_shop.
Shop for zero waste sewing patterns here:
NoTraceShop.com/shop
Links to the materials & supplies I used in the video*:
My pressing/ironing mat tidd.ly/3Vd3RtH
My rotary cutter (same brand): tidd.ly/3EZ7HQq
My self-healing mat: tidd.ly/3VKgs7Y
Beginner sewing kit: tidd.ly/3UtxK8o
Organic cotton fabrics like the ones I use: tidd.ly/3VkJRWx
Sustainable cord/twine/rope: tidd.ly/3UmEaGf
Where I get my organic cotton No Trace tags: tidd.ly/3Ffa9DL
Organic cotton thread, elastic & more sustainable notions: tidd.ly/3VKAz5H
*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.*
If you’d rather shop on Amazon, check out these links*:
Wool ironing mat: amzn.to/3VCML9a
Rotary cutter: amzn.to/3FrCjdV
Cutting mat: amzn.to/3VX9IDS
My sewing machine: amzn.to/3F5Y2HR
My favorite sewing machine for beginners: amzn.to/3VBN445
*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.*
Get the drawstring bag pattern here
Snag the PDF pattern here:
notraceshop.com/product/easy-purse
Here's what you need to sew your own simple purse!
-2 pieces of fabric for the outside 11.5"h x 10.5"w
-2 pieces of fabric for the pocket (can be same fabric as outside): 10"h x 10.5"
-2 pieces of fabric for the inside: 11.5"h x 10.5"w
-1 long strap, between 40" and 55", depending on your height & comfort
Here's a tutorial for to boxings the corners without creating scraps. Go to 9:56 to see how to box those corners:
youtu.be/USTbMNMMaCw?si=Vj9EvixVr9XspZPe
Join our zero waste sewing & crafting group here:
facebook.com/groups/332218438480456
If you make one, tag me on Instagram! @no_trace_shop.
Shop for zero waste sewing patterns here:
NoTraceShop.com/shop
Links to the materials & supplies I used in the video*:
My pressing/ironing mat tidd.ly/3Vd3RtH
My rotary cutter (same brand): tidd.ly/3EZ7HQq
My self-healing mat: tidd.ly/3VKgs7Y
Beginner sewing kit: tidd.ly/3UtxK8o
Organic cotton fabrics like the ones I use: tidd.ly/3VkJRWx
Sustainable cord/twine/rope: tidd.ly/3UmEaGf
Where I get my organic cotton No Trace tags: tidd.ly/3Ffa9DL
Organic cotton thread, elastic & more sustainable notions: tidd.ly/3VKAz5H
*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.*
If you’d rather shop on Amazon, check out these links*:
Wool ironing mat: amzn.to/3VCML9a
Rotary cutter: amzn.to/3FrCjdV
Cutting mat: amzn.to/3VX9IDS
My sewing machine: amzn.to/3F5Y2HR
My favorite sewing machine for beginners: amzn.to/3VBN445
*These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.*
Get the drawstring bag pattern here
