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Sewing a concertina bag: tutorial with sewing video

15.02.2018 by Sabine Schmidt

Ziehharmonika-Tasche nähen: Anleitung mit Nähvideo

With my pattern, even sewing beginners can easily sew a brilliant accordion bag! This type of bag is sometimes also called an accordion bag. It always means the same thing: a really practical fan-style bag!

The most important things at a glance

  • In this post, I'll show you how to sew a beautiful and practical accordion bag
  • The accordion bag is a compact companion with five compartments
  • The sewing pattern is suitable for beginners
  • In this post, you'll find a video that shows exactly how to sew the accordion bag
  • The bag measures 19 x 16 cm when closed and is approx. 4 cm deep when empty


What makes the accordion bag special?

The accordion bag is a compact companion with five compartments. You can use it for cosmetics, CDs, laundry, socks, and much more. It's also great as a project bag for your handicrafts.
Thanks to the Velcro closure, it can be closed flexibly.

Sewing an accordion bag

Where can I download the ebook?

You can get the ebook for the accordion bag directly from our shop!


Can the accordion bag also be sewn with other closures?

Of course, you can also choose a different type of closure. Kam snaps, snap fasteners, buttons, backpack buckles, or magnets are all suitable.

Sewing an accordion bag

How big is the finished accordion bag?

The bag measures 19 x 16 cm when closed and is approx. 4 cm deep when empty.

Sewing an accordion bag

What fabric can the accordion bag be sewn from?

The accordion bag can be sewn from almost any sturdy fabric.

The following are particularly suitable:

It looks especially beautiful when the bias tape and fabrics harmonize in color and design.

I managed to get hold of the beautiful dotted bias tape* from Stoffe Hemmers. ;)

You need just under 5 meters for the bag, so I'd better quickly reorder now so I don't run out of my favorite bias tape... ;) Hemmers also has lovely graphically patterned fabrics*.

Of course, you also have the option of making your own bias tape in a matching color.


Can beginners also sew the accordion bag?

If you already have a little experience with bias tape, the accordion bag is a great way to expand and solidify your skills. Here you'll find a detailed post about sewing on bias tape.

If you're working with bias tape for the first time, you can try out how it works on a sample piece.

In the pattern, I explain every step in great detail.

If you prefer a sewing video, Kirsten from Haus mit dem Rosensofa shows how it's done:

Go for it - and create the coolest bag of the year!

Sewing an accordion bag


If you have any questions or suggestions, you can write me an email anytime: hilfe@sewsimple.de

And now, have fun sewing!

Happy simple sewing
your Sabine


Sewing an accordion bag
Sewing an accordion bag

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the finished accordion bag?

The bag measures 19 x 16 cm when closed and is approx. 4 cm deep when empty.

Can the accordion bag also be sewn with closures other than Velcro?

Yes, that's possible. You can also choose a different type of closure. Kam snaps, snap fasteners, buttons, backpack buckles, or magnets are all suitable.

How much bias tape is needed for the accordion bag?

You need just under 5 meters of bias tape for the bag.

Links marked with * are affiliate links: If you make a purchase through them, we receive a small commission. The price remains the same for you.

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Sabine

I come from Siegen-Wittgenstein, where I spent my childhood breaking in cows, jumping off haystacks and scraping a D- in needlework class.

Today, being creative feels like indescribable happiness to me – and it grows even more when I can share it with others. Since 2016 I have been celebrating my passion for sewing on this blog, and I love that sewing connects so many people.