These bags are so easy and fun to make. They make great gifts. I use mine on hooks as decorative storage. I got this project from the Sew Pretty Homestyle book. It is full of charming cottage style projects. I love to use vintage linens. The bluebird pocket was made from an old pillowcase that was a bit tattered. I have made bags from vintage tablecloths as well. You will need fabric for the bag and lining. You will need two pieces of fabric for the lining and two pieces of fabric for the bag. Cut all four pieces 18 x 20 inches. This includes a seam allowance. You can adjust the size if you want a smaller bag. If you would like to add a decorative pocket or embroidery it is a good idea to do that first to one of the fabric pieces of the bag. Trace a plate then cut round edges of the bottom of the bag on all four pieces. Place the lining pieces right side to right side against the fabric pieces, sew them together on the top half of the bag. Fold the fabric and lining apart and place the two bag parts against eachother, fabric to fabric and lining to lining. Sew around the edges leaving an opening in the bottom of the lining so you can turn the bag right side out. After stitching up the lining all you need to do is add the handle. Fold the top of the bag 3 inches down and mark the 3 inch line with disappearing ink or pins. The book shows to hand stitch the handles on, but I like to use my sewing machine. Happy Sewing!
