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Sew a bag in 10 minutes: Quick and easy

25.01.2019 by Sabine Schmidt

Tasche nähen in 10 Minuten: Schnell und easy

Sewing a bag in 10 minutes – is that possible? Of course! It’s conjured up with an exposed zipper and is an ideal project for sewing beginners!

The most important things at a glance

  • The little bag is a great gift for young and old, and it is sewn in no time at all
  • The 10-minute bag is a fantastic sewing project for beginners
  • The zipper plays the leading role in this great little bag
  • The finished bag is approx. 23 cm long, 6 cm high, and 8 cm deep

Quick & easy: Sew a bag in 10 minutes

If you already know my blog a little bit, you know that I like to squeeze in a quick sewing project every now and then. To be honest, it's actually a real passion of mine – which is why I love sewing bags (← proof ?).

It doesn't always have to be super elaborate! I love sewing cosmetic bags every now and then.

They are a great gift for young and old. And they are made in no time at all. Like my wonderful bag with a wide opening – not just practical, but an absolute eye-catcher!

If you are interested in quick and uncomplicated sewing ideas, you should definitely check out this post: Sew something fast - The best tutorials in under 10 minutes.

This cute zipper pouch is a dream – not only because it looks so great: it is also super quick to sew.

The zipper plays the starring role in this great little bag. You can find particularly beautiful zippers in Simone's Etsy shop*. I have already recommended it several times here on the blog.

The finished bag is approx. 23 cm long, 6 cm high, and 8 cm deep.

Sew a bag in 10 minutes

So, get to your sewing machine and get started right away!

You will need these materials at home:

My tip: If Bosal is unavailable (or has long delivery times), I recommend Soft & Stable*. This is an American classic for sewing bags. Unlike Bosal, Soft & Stable is sewn in. You can achieve this easily by basting it with a long straight stitch within the seam allowance.

For the 10-minute bag, simply place the Soft & Stable between the inner and outer fabric and topstitch all three layers together.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 10-minute bag also suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. The bag is quick to sew and is a great project for sewing beginners. With the illustrated guide, you will definitely succeed in no time.

Is it difficult to sew in the zipper?

No, it's really not difficult at all, I promise. Take a quiet look at the instructions before you get started. I will guide you through the sewing instructions step by step, so nothing can go wrong.

What are the dimensions of the finished bag?

The finished 10-minute bag is approx. 23 cm long, 6 cm high, and 8 cm deep.

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.

Step-by-step instructions

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Sew a pouch in 10 minutes

Quick zipper pouch (approx. 23 x 6 x 8 cm) with a diagonal zipper sewn on between outer fabric, Bosal and lining. Beginner-friendly.

  1. Step

    Cut the fabric pieces

    Cut all 3 fabric pieces (15 x 60 cm outer fabric, lining and Bosal).

    Cut the fabric pieces
  2. Step

    Layer and press

    Place the lining and outer fabric wrong sides together with the layer of Bosal in between.

    Press the Bosal from both sides until it has bonded well with the fabrics.

    Fold the short ends towards each other.

    Layer and press
  3. Step

    Mark a diagonal line for the zipper

    Place the patchwork ruler at a 45 degree angle so that there are a few centimetres of space to the fabric edge at both the top and bottom.

    Draw a diagonal line here.

    Mark a diagonal line for the zipper
  4. Step

    Pin the zipper

    Place the zipper along the line and pin it in place.

    Pin the zipper
  5. Step

    Sew on the zipper

    Lay the bag piece out flat in front of you again in a single layer.

    Edgestitch the zipper onto the bag piece along its outer edge with a straight stitch.

    Sew on the zipper
  6. Step

    Cut the fabric open

    Turn the bag piece over and cut the fabric open exactly in the middle between the two seams.

    Cut the fabric open
  7. Step

    Finish the seam allowance

    If you're sewing with a sewing machine: Trim the seam allowance by another 3 - 4 millimetres and finish it with a narrow zigzag stitch.

    If you're sewing with an overlock: Finish the edge, trimming off approx. 3 - 4 millimetres as you go.

    Finish the seam allowance
  8. Step

    Stitch down the seam allowance from the wrong side

    Secure the seam allowance from the wrong side with a straight stitch.

    Fold the short sides towards each other and pin the edges flush together. The zipper should be partly open.

    Stitch down the seam allowance from the wrong side
  9. Step

    Close the side seam

    Start and end the seam at the fold.

    Close the side seam
  10. Step

    Fold and mark the bottom

    Fold the corners so that the seam lies in the middle.

    Measure 2.5 cm in from the tip of the corner and draw a line across the corner here. This is where you sew.

    Fold and mark the bottom
  11. Step

    Topstitch the corners

    Sew all four corners with a straight stitch.

    Topstitch the corners
  12. Step

    Trim and finish the corners

    Trim the seam allowances at the corners to approx. 3 millimetres from the seam.

    Finish the raw edges with the overlock, with a zigzag stitch or with pinking shears.

    Trim and finish the corners
  13. Step

    Turn the bag and shape it

    Turn the bag right side out and shape the corners well.

    Turn the bag and shape it

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About the author

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.