Sewing a Bag Liner
1) Step-By-Step Guide:
- First, sew the lining fabric together using the seam allowance as you did for the bag.
- Leave a 4 inch gap in a side seam.
- Place the lining inside your bag with right sides facing each other.
- Sew around the top perimeter with a seam allowance matching the exterior.
- Reach through the gap and pull both sides out to turn right-side-out.
2) Alternative Method: - Sew the lining completely and attach the lining right side out by topstitching.
Making a Lined Drawstring Bag
- Cut two pieces of fabric, one for the outer layer, one for the lining – each 14′′ wide and 9′′ tall.
- Sew the two rectangles together along the 14” edge using a 3/8” seam allowance.
- Place the sewn fabric piece with the right side up on the table.
Sewing a Drawstring Bag
- Place your two rectangles right sides together and pin or clip the long sides (side L).
- Leave a 2′′ gap at the top where you don’t sew.
- Use your hem gauge to fold up the 2′′ you left unsewn.
- Flip it and press a 1/4′′ hem on the short side (side S).
Choosing Materials for Bag Linings
- You can use polyester, nylon, or different types of cotton to line your bag.
- Leather bag linings should be chosen based on the desired type of lining.
Adding Lining for Bag Structure
- Adding a lining to a bag makes it more durable and helps secure contents.
- Use different fabrics such as quilting cotton for lighter bags and canvas for heavier ones.
Attaching Lining to a Bag
- Sew the lining, leaving a few inches open in the bottom.
- Attach the lining with the bag inside out and turn it right side out through the hole in the lining.
- Alternatively, sew the lining completely and attach it by topstitching.
Hand Sewing Techniques for Bag Linings
- Hand sew the lining to the bag using discreet stitches for a neat finish.
- To hide a not-so-beautiful seam, consider sewing a decorative ribbon or braid on top.