Place right sides together, sew both 18" edges and the bottom 15" edge using a 1/2" seam allowance.
Finish the seam allowance with a zig zag stitch or serger.
Set aside.
Sew a Simple String Drawstring Backpack
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com
Place Right Sides Together and Sew Seams
Place Right Sides Together and Sew Seams
Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comPrev
- Gather Your Supplies
- Placement of Folded Squares
- Place Right Sides Together and Sew Seams
- Hem the 3" Edges On Drawstring Casing & Form Tube
- Attach the Drawstring Casing
- Attach the Bias Tape
- Stitch the Bias Tape & Top Stitch
- Attach Eyelets
- Place the Strings
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