Sew a GUNDELTRUD zipper pouch – simple, practical & stylish
With this sewing tutorial, you can conjure up a super sweet and functional zipper pouch in two practical sizes in no time at all:
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Size S: 16 x 12 cm
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Size M: 23 x 16 cm
Whether as a cosmetic bag, pencil case, travel pouch, or small organizer for on the go – the GUNDELTRUD pouch is a versatile sewing project and a real eye-catcher. Especially practical: the additional zipper compartment on the front offers space for small items that you want to have quickly at hand.
Perfect sewing project for beginners – explained step by step
Would you like to sew a simple pouch with a zipper? Then this tutorial is just the thing for you! The easy-to-understand step-by-step instructions make sewing a flat zipper pouch particularly easy – even for sewing beginners with little experience with zippers.
Materials for your handmade zipper pouch
To sew your own GUNDELTRUD pouch with a zipper, you will need:
Outer fabric 1 (canvas, cotton)
Outer fabric 2 (canvas, cotton)
Lining fabric (cotton, coated cotton)
Fusible fleece H 630 – for a nice feel
Interfacing H 250 – for extra stability
Continuous zipper
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Size S: 4 mm coil width, 29 cm
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Size M: 6.5 mm coil width, 41 cm
4 matching zipper pulls – for smooth opening and closing
Matching sewing thread – for a cohesive overall look
Basic sewing notions – scissors, tape measure, pins, etc.
Sewing pattern as a PDF – download immediately and start sewing
The sewing pattern for the GUNDELTRUD pouch is included as a PDF in the eBook. Simply download, print out, and start your sewing project right away!
Practical storage for cosmetics, pens & travel essentials
The GUNDELTRUD pouch is perfect as a makeup bag, pencil case, or travel pouch. You can sew it from various fabrics – with water-repellent lining, it becomes a practical toiletry bag; made from oilcloth or coated cotton, it can even be a wet wipe case. A special highlight is the zipper compartment on the front, which offers additional storage space for small items.
Sew your own GUNDELTRUD pouch now – for yourself or as a gift
Sew your own GUNDELTRUD pouch or surprise a loved one with a handmade unique piece. Thanks to the simple instructions, sewing is fun and doable even for beginners. By the way, both sizes as a set made from matching fabrics also make a fantastic gift. What are you waiting for? Get to your sewing machine and let's go!
So: Grab your favorite fabrics, get started, and sew your own GUNDELTRUD! 🎉
Where can I order the materials for the pouch?
You can order all materials and fabrics as well as the sewing notions for the GUNDELTRUD pouch from Simone at the Nähcafé am Wasserturm:
These non-stretch fabrics are very suitable:
Basic sewing notions required
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