In this fun pattern, I’m modifying my popular Drawstring Squishy Bag to add handles! I always like to take these to our local knit nights, and with me when running kids around. And handles make this already great bag even better!
![DrawstringBag3 DrawstringBag3](https://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DrawstringSquishy3_YT.jpg)
This project is really fun, and you can customize it to fit other tools like knitting needles, crochet hooks, and more! The finished bag is approximately 13″ x 14″ and is perfect for holding your craft projects like knitting, crochet, and stitching. Of course you can also use it as a small purse to carry just about anything you like!
SUPPLIES FOR THIS PROJECT:
- Outside fabric - 2 FQs
- Lining fabric - 1/2 yd
- Handle Straps - 1/4 yd
- Drawstring: (2) Cotton rope/ribbon 36″ long
- Cotton Quilt Batting/Interfacing
- Cotton Thread
- Olfa Rotary Trimmer
- Oliso Pro Smart Iron
- Creative Grids Ruler
- Scissors
- Clover Wonder Clips
For this project I used the Wanderings fabric line by Poppie Cotton along with some natural canvas for the bottom.
![DrawstringBag3_2 DrawstringBag3_2](https://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DrawstringSquishy3_coah2.jpg)
I decided to use this raw leather strap for my handles, but you can also make fabric straps too. To make fabric handles, cut two pieces of fabric 4″ x 26″. Fold the long edges in 1/4″ and press. Then fold the whole strap in half lengthwise and press again. Place a 1-3/4″ x 26″ piece of quilt batting or interfacing inside the strap, then stitch down the long open edge to close the strap.
![DrawstringBag3_4 DrawstringBag3_4](https://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DrawstringSquishy3_coah4.jpg)
I used a soft blue for the lining and it’s just such a nice and relaxing color!
![DrawstringBag3_6 DrawstringBag3_6](https://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DrawstringSquishy3_coah6.jpg)
![DrawstringBag3_5 DrawstringBag3_5](https://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DrawstringSquishy3_coah5.jpg)