I decided that I wanted to make my sister a large beach bag and saw your bag. I downloaded the pattern, have the fabric and I'm ready to start sewing! Thank you for the great pattern and tutorial.
Laura, i really love how you teach technique and ways to sew this bag or any project. Thanks again from your fan Elaine Angeles from Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines.
I think it would be clearer if you used solid colors or patterns that weren't so similar. As a beginner I couldn't really tell what you were doing since the patterns are so busy.
Awesome. Thanks Laura for your really easy-to-follow and understand instructions... Your SewVeryEasy site name really fits the way you give your step by step, clear, and orderly manner sewing instructions to create an excellent project every single time. Thanks again and looking forward to more projects with you.
Let me start by saying, I just love you and all your tutorials! I have made several of your projects! You are an excellent teacher! I'm fairly new to sewing and have learned soooo much from you, thank you for all you do!! I do have a question though, I am in the middle of making this bag now and I'm am all the way to the part where you sew the 2 side pockets on the outside of the bag and I am having a hard time?? Its almost like I did something wrong, but I followed step by step and it looks the exact same! Is it just me or is it a little difficult to sew the side pockets on because of the extra bulk and with the bag partialy together, to not accidently sew through to the other side?? If you have any tips or tricks please let me know??!! Thank you again for all you do!!
It could just be because of the extra thickness. If it is to hard you can just omit the side pockets or hand sew that area first by hand and then stitch it with the machine
I have the same question! If the bag is mostly together, I don’t understand how you can sew on one side without sewing through the other side. It’s not possible on a regular sewing machine to position the fabric in a way that will make this work. I wish the video had shown this step and that Laura had answered your question in a way that made sense. 🙁 Sirry Laura. You’re a good teacher and a skilled sewer but this part needs some explanation.
Thank you Laura for another great video. Can you tell me what the size of the rope is? I found several sizes from 1/2" to 1" on Amazon and I am unsure which size you used. Thank you for this project!
I love how this video gives you direct, non-fussy instructions. Great for an intermediate or veteran sewer. I have been sewing bags for a few years but I rarely use grommets. This is very helpful. Thank you.
This tutorial was very enlightening, interesting and well explained. I love it. I didn't get the measurements of the bag, can who tell me where I can find the measurements.
Love this bag but shucks...I think I arrived too late to this beach bag party. ☹️ Any idea where to get the pattern details? Thanks for another wonderful tutorial!
awesome tutorial!! It was perfect for me in that there was no annoying background music and you have very understandable diction. Followed along and made one of these today and loved the "soda/water bottle" pocket! I wanted a large lined. square bottom beach bag with lots of pockets and this was perfect. Wish I could keep it, but alas it's for my daughter's birthday gift, lol
Hi, I absolutely love this bag design!! Thank you for sharing your time, work and knowledge. It’s so helpful to a new sewer/ quilter like me! Again thank you so much!!
I LOVE THIS TUTORIAL!! This is the bag im making... with the fabric envelope!! Is awesome!! Thank you for your knowledge and for making all this great videos!!
Thank you Laura for yet another fantastic tutorial. I just ordered some fabric from a Etsy seller, and I'm going to make this bag. You are a inspiration to me and I've learned so much from you. Thank you!
It is beautiful! I'd like to make these a bit smaller and use them as bags to bring to the grocery store! There are lots of ideas going through my head.....I can use painter's dropcloth and embroider something nice on the front and the back. I've got some sisters that would love this.....and of course, so will I. Your video tutorials are so easy to follow, very instructive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. BTW, the red and white Quilt, behind you, is gorgeous!
[My Goodness, finally a video that is from beginning to the end explaining everything in between and why… Thank you… being just a beginner at sewing who has a lot of the items to make this beach bag but don’t know how to put it all together, even after watch a lot of videos on youtube. This being all together makes me want to return to the sewing machine and make what I started too make can couldn’t figure out how to use the products. Thank you so much
Hi I am having trouble finding the rope, can you tell me where you found it? All I can find looks like torch wick not pretty at all. Thanks so much I have made 3 but I need rope for handles.:)
willardky You can find it in the hardware stores. Ask for rope for swings and climbers, also boat shops sell it for Anchors. Another rope is one use for horses. Hope this helps, let me know how you make out.
This looks completely awesome, and doable for even a novice (me). I was wondering, how much would you estimate a project like this would cost? Thank you!
gorgeous fabric! always love to watch your videos cause they are truly clear and easy to follow, hence SewVeryEasy the perfect site to be inspired. love it and thank you so much Laura.
Hi Laura I'll echo everyone else's comments here and ask a question. When and if I ever get the news that I will be a grandparent I know my daughter would love a bag like this to carry everything around. I love the idea of the taller outside pocket. Do you think it would be too bulky particularly in the box seam to add in Insul-Bright? Or perhaps cut the Insul-Bright a little shorter? Thank you as always for your clear instructions.
i found if you sew a line of stitching for grommet, also squeeze a thin line of super glue over the stitching and grommet will never tear out of fabric. did this on my daughters jeans where grommet button was tearing out and it worked beautifully and on a backpack grommet repair too!
Great bag Laura & really beautiful fabric, actually that fabric makes you want to go to the beach, oh well, that would keep me away from my sewing lol !!
Ali Lee BEACH!!! I just want people think that I go to the beach lol I'm a burner in 30 minutes flat...I just listen to beach music while I'm sewing :D
This would make a fantastic knitting bag. Pockets for your pattern and accessories like darning needles, stitch markers, measuring tape, etc. Nice long handles to sling the bag over your shoulder freeing up your hands. I love it.
Thank you so much for the great tutorial. I was wondering if you could help me? I used my beach bag and two of the grommets came loose. Do you have any thoughts as to how to keep them in place? Thanks! Hollie
Woke up to several centimetres of snow on the ground this morning. Watching this tutorial turned my gray sky to blue. Thanks, beautiful lady! You are the best!!!!
Tricsi Perdue You probably won’t need it since you’re only cutting squares/rectangles. I would just write down the measurements she lists in the video and use your quilting ruler to cut the pieces out :)
I decided that I wanted to make my sister a large beach bag and saw your bag. I downloaded the pattern, have the fabric and I'm ready to start sewing! Thank you for the great pattern and tutorial.
Sandra Sundell I was wondering if u have a copy of the pattern I can’t find it anymore
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. The bag is beautiful. God bless you.
Laura, i really love how you teach technique and ways to sew this bag or any project. Thanks again from your fan Elaine Angeles from Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines.
I think it would be clearer if you used solid colors or patterns that weren't so similar. As a beginner I couldn't really tell what you were doing since the patterns are so busy.
Awesome. Thanks Laura for your really easy-to-follow and understand instructions...
Your SewVeryEasy site name really fits the way you give your step by step, clear, and orderly manner sewing instructions to create an excellent project every single time.
Thanks again and looking forward to more projects with you.
Thanks you and thanks for following along:)
I agree! You have super easy to follow instructions!! And you can understand without saying "what" or "How" Thank you again!
Another great video, Laura. Thank you for wonderful easy-to-follow instructions.
Ann Marie Thanks Ann Marie I'm glad you enjoyed it:)
Divinos !!!!! ,tus trabajos me encantan.Saludos y cariños ,desde ARGENTINA.
maría del carmen pereira Thanks
Hi, Laura, Thank you for your video, and yours pattern in the above link. I love every your videos. Thank you.
+Sitachitta Namthip Thank you, be sure to print out the pattern, because the patterns are only up for a limited time:)
Love the side pockets
Let me start by saying, I just love you and all your tutorials! I have made several of your projects! You are an excellent teacher! I'm fairly new to sewing and have learned soooo much from you, thank you for all you do!! I do have a question though, I am in the middle of making this bag now and I'm am all the way to the part where you sew the 2 side pockets on the outside of the bag and I am having a hard time?? Its almost like I did something wrong, but I followed step by step and it looks the exact same! Is it just me or is it a little difficult to sew the side pockets on because of the extra bulk and with the bag partialy together, to not accidently sew through to the other side?? If you have any tips or tricks please let me know??!! Thank you again for all you do!!
It could just be because of the extra thickness. If it is to hard you can just omit the side pockets or hand sew that area first by hand and then stitch it with the machine
I have the same question! If the bag is mostly together, I don’t understand how you can sew on one side without sewing through the other side. It’s not possible on a regular sewing machine to position the fabric in a way that will make this work. I wish the video had shown this step and that Laura had answered your question in a way that made sense. 🙁 Sirry Laura. You’re a good teacher and a skilled sewer but this part needs some explanation.
What a great bag that is, I love it! Thank you!
I love this bag, just got to make one x
Hi
Love this bag. Website is no longer available. Is19” the width or length?
I would appreciate it if you can clarify that.
Thank you
since this is 5 years ago, I cant find the fabric on the blankquilting.com can you suggest another source?
Hello Stephanie
amei!! fofissima, vou tentar fazer, bjs
thanks:)
Thank you Laura for another great video. Can you tell me what the size of the rope is? I found several sizes from 1/2" to 1" on Amazon and I am unsure which size you used. Thank you for this project!
I love how this video gives you direct, non-fussy instructions. Great for an intermediate or veteran sewer. I have been sewing bags for a few years but I rarely use grommets. This is very helpful. Thank you.
Could you use some interfacing for the pockets? Love the fabric and the pattern. Thanks for the tutorial.
+Mary Kay Harman Yes it will make them a little stronger too:)
spat7378 : Thank you for adding the updated pattern location, and thank you Laura for the great tutorials!
It seems this video is too old and just saw it. Wondering where can I find the same fabric. It's very cute.
I always follow your tutorials. Thank you so much. What is the diameter of rope is used here?
Hello,
Is there a way to still get this pattern? Thank you
This tutorial was very enlightening, interesting and well explained. I love it.
I didn't get the measurements of the bag, can who tell me where I can find the measurements.
Patricia, download the pattern. The measurements are on the front
Super cute - thank you!!
Seems the free pattern isn't available anymore. Has anyone made this just from her directions?
Love this bag but shucks...I think I arrived too late to this beach bag party. ☹️ Any idea where to get the pattern details? Thanks for another wonderful tutorial!
wow it's nice patterns
A great bag for traveling, I am just wondering about maybe zipper, I am always dropping my bags and ever thing falls out, my reason for zippers.
1bcsurvivor Yes a zipper would be good for that, but put the zipper in, under the grommets. :)
awesome tutorial!! It was perfect for me in that there was no annoying background music and you have very understandable diction. Followed along and made one of these today and loved the "soda/water bottle" pocket! I wanted a large lined. square bottom beach bag with lots of pockets and this was perfect. Wish I could keep it, but alas it's for my daughter's birthday gift, lol
hopefully she will get tired of it and it will make its way home hahaaha
Awesome good explanation. Can we attach zip for it. How. can u explain it
Thank you so much
Newly subscribed ..what size are the grommets?
Hi, I absolutely love this bag design!! Thank you for sharing your time, work and knowledge. It’s so helpful to a new sewer/ quilter like me! Again thank you so much!!
Hi, were you able to download the free pattern or did you do it just from her directions?
can you please do a tutorial for beginners for a sweetheart bodice
does anyone know how long the rope should be?
My grommets keep coming apart? Any suggestions?
Hello Carolyn
I LOVE THIS TUTORIAL!! This is the bag im making... with the fabric envelope!! Is awesome!! Thank you for your knowledge and for making all this great videos!!
Thanks and tou are going to lovr this bag:) have fun!
Me encantan todos sus trabajos!! Es posible que publiquen videos con subtitulos en español? Gracias!
I can not at this time sorry:)
Gracias!! Igual los seguire viendo .... amo todo lo que haces!!! :)
Thank you Laura for yet another fantastic tutorial. I just ordered some fabric from a Etsy seller, and I'm going to make this bag. You are a inspiration to me and I've learned so much from you. Thank you!
It is beautiful! I'd like to make these a bit smaller and use them as bags to bring to the grocery store! There are lots of ideas going through my head.....I can use painter's dropcloth and embroider something nice on the front and the back. I've got some sisters that would love this.....and of course, so will I. Your video tutorials are so easy to follow, very instructive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. BTW, the red and white Quilt, behind you, is gorgeous!
Thank you and that quilt is a free follow along here ruclips.net/video/e0_SJFTl0pM/видео.html
Hello Gloria
I love the fabrics can you give me the link where I can purchase the fabric please.Thank you so much.
Thank you
This link works for the bag pattern: www.blankquilting.com/shop/category/fabric/shipping-now/beach-party/
I've tried several times to download the free pattern but it isn't available. I like the bag but can't access it. Please help!.
The pattern link in the description above no longer works. To find the pattern, go to www.blankquilting.com/ and then search for Beach Party Bag.
Laura, how did you cut the circles for the Grommets
THIS FABRIC IS PERFECT AND SO ADORABLE. GOOD JOB.
Hello Charlotte
Laura I love you how you explane how to make this bag can you tell me how wide and how long the pocket that has the flip flops on it . Thanks
How do you sew on the side outside pocket?
Hello samantha
Hello!! I live in Miami , how can I buy your fabrics online? I love them!!
This link will take you to the pattern: store-par0o0ta6b.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/import/Projects/pdf/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf
beautiful bag. Great tutorial
Did u use metal grommets? I could not get the plastic ones to fit the the thickness.
You can always change the size and go a little smaller, if you can not find them
This lady is so easy to learn from, Laura the Seamstress I love your work so much! I've learnt a lot already just today :) Thank you!
I love this video, well explained , beautiful fabrics and such a lovely idea. Thank you, this will be my next project.
Glad you like it and thanks for watching
Im just finding you in 2021...missed out on this cute fabric from 2015 post. Awesome video
Are plastic grommets sturdy enough for this bag? I can't find metal grommets in that size.
yes, just drop a bit of glue to hold them together
Thank you!
love this vedio
thanks:)
[My Goodness, finally a video that is from beginning to the end explaining everything in between and why… Thank you… being just a beginner at sewing who has a lot of the items to make this beach bag but don’t know how to put it all together, even after watch a lot of videos on youtube. This being all together makes me want to return to the sewing machine and make what I started too make can couldn’t figure out how to use the products. Thank you so much
This is the perfect bag I want to make for our trip at the end of the month. I was wondering where you found the rope please.
Hi I am having trouble finding the rope, can you tell me where you found it? All I can find looks like torch wick not pretty at all. Thanks so much I have made 3 but I need rope for handles.:)
willardky You can find it in the hardware stores. Ask for rope for swings and climbers, also boat shops sell it for Anchors. Another rope is one use for horses. Hope this helps, let me know how you make out.
Thanks so much
willardky your welcome, let me know where you find it so I can let other know.Thanks
I sure will...:)
Can you tell me long pocket size please
Were can I get the material for bag plz
What size not the grommets And the rope? I would like to make this bag
The pattern for the xl beach bag is no longer on the Blank Quilting site. Do you have it or know where I can get or purchase the pattern?
I emailed Blank and they sent it: store-par0o0ta6b.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/import/Projects/pdf/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf
beautiful bag !! going to make it.
Have fun:)
Omg love your video as always.
This looks completely awesome, and doable for even a novice (me). I was wondering, how much would you estimate a project like this would cost? Thank you!
gorgeous fabric! always love to watch your videos cause they are truly clear and easy to follow, hence SewVeryEasy the perfect site to be inspired. love it and thank you so much Laura.
Hi Laura I'll echo everyone else's comments here and ask a question. When and if I ever get the news that I will be a grandparent I know my daughter would love a bag like this to carry everything around. I love the idea of the taller outside pocket. Do you think it would be too bulky particularly in the box seam to add in Insul-Bright? Or perhaps cut the Insul-Bright a little shorter? Thank you as always for your clear instructions.
Ornella Day you can definitely use Insul-Bright, not too bulky at all And keep it the same size so that the insulation works better, Good question:)
Oh I do love a nice bag. I always enjoy your very clear instructions. This fabric is darling. Thank you.
Melanie Varela Thank you, so glad you enjoyed the video
What do you recommend for straps, macrame I can do and rope, it looks amazing
i found if you sew a line of stitching for grommet, also squeeze a thin line of super glue over the stitching and grommet will never tear out of fabric. did this on my daughters jeans where grommet button was tearing out and it worked beautifully and on a backpack grommet repair too!
thanks for sharing, good idea!
I am going to make this. Is it hard to cut out for the grommets Laura?
Sew cute!😍
Great bag Laura & really beautiful fabric, actually that fabric makes you want to go to the beach, oh well, that would keep me away from my sewing lol !!
Ali Lee BEACH!!! I just want people think that I go to the beach lol I'm a burner in 30 minutes flat...I just listen to beach music while I'm sewing :D
This would make a fantastic knitting bag. Pockets for your pattern and accessories like darning needles, stitch markers, measuring tape, etc. Nice long handles to sling the bag over your shoulder freeing up your hands. I love it.
never thought of that:) thanks for sharing
Thank you
Thank you so much for the great tutorial. I was wondering if you could help me? I used my beach bag and two of the grommets came loose. Do you have any thoughts as to how to keep them in place? Thanks! Hollie
Yes put a few drops of crazy glue on the inside of the grommets before you snap them together:)
Woke up to several centimetres of snow on the ground this morning. Watching this tutorial turned my gray sky to blue. Thanks, beautiful lady! You are the best!!!!
Glad to hear that you day is now sunny and bright:)
Wow, you are so good at teaching. I make my bags with all your tips and tricks. Thank you for your patience.
Laura Fifer Thanks:D Have fun, and thanks for watching
What about a zipper in that bag. How would you do that. I love your videos thanks
+Lyn Pinto Thanks and you would have to put in a gusset with a zipper, just below the grommets
I just want to make like that but here in italy i don't find fabric for sewing. this is so cute👍
Oh that is too bad, thanks for watching
Love this bag. I sew it all the time for ladies who want a diaper/beach bag. Thank you so much
great idea! thanks for sharing
I subscribed, this is amazing! your so interesting and get to the point. I love your styles and am inspired to sew more. thankyou so much. 💓💓
+Sade Chambers Go sew GO...Thanks for watching
Do you think the In R foam would work for this tote? SewVeryEasy
Yes:)
Thanks for your great instructions! I hope to make these for my daughters. I know they'd love them!
+Anne Wright Thanks, they will love them. Be sure to print out the pattern:)
Hi Laura, is this a canvas type material? Will quilting cotton be sturdy enough with the fusible fleece?
This was just a regular quilting cotton:) and yes with the fleece it will be ok. However, you can make this out of canvas :)
You’re awesome;!
Que, heerrmosa!!!..bolsa de plalla, muchas grasias por el video, Dios la bendiga siempre.
Lidia Contreras thank you:)
Love your videos. Thanks from Scotland - much appreciated!
EuphemiaGrubb Hello Scotland, thank you for watching
Hi Laura,
Great video. I was wondering where you got the rope for this beach bag?
The hardware store:)
Could you please leave a link to the pattern for the large beach bag pattern? I do not see it below as you explained it would be. Thank you very much.
here you go blankquilting.net/projects/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf You will see it in the description box:)
store-par0o0ta6b.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/import/Projects/pdf/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf
Tried to get the pattern it says its no longer availabe
I'm sorry about that, if you contact the company they might make it available to you. This fabric line and video is few years old.
SewVeryEasy thank you love everything you do.I have learned a lot watching your videos
sister.please show Inci map
Hi Laura!!! I Love this bag. Thanks for another fabulous video! Perfect size bag , maybe to store stuff, Yarn, fabric. Oh the possibilities!...
craftymom7 OH wouldn't it be nice in fabric that looked like yarn and then you can keep your yarn in it.:0 or a quilting bag>>>>>>
SewVeryEasy Great idea! I love the way it coordinates, :) So many fabulous fabrics out there, Lucky for all of us.
craftymom7
We are "sew" lucky! I'm glad you like the bag and thanks for watching:)
The pattern is no longer available can someone please send it to me if they have it ??? thank you
Tricsi Perdue You probably won’t need it since you’re only cutting squares/rectangles. I would just write down the measurements she lists in the video and use your quilting ruler to cut the pieces out :)
Morgan Stafford good idea thanks
store-par0o0ta6b.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/import/Projects/pdf/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf
Thanks for your detailed instructions - the pattern doesn't seem to be available. I love this big bag, it is great. Excellent tutorial as always.
Look what I found :) blankquilting.net/projects/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf have fun:)
Hello Sandra
Good morning - love the bag! - I see the pattern is no longer available. Is there perhaps a spot where we can buy the pattern?
Yes, this is no longer available. Don't really need a pattern...just the measurements would be nice.
store-par0o0ta6b.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/import/Projects/pdf/Beach_Party_Bag.pdf
Can’t wait to make this bag!!
Thankyou so much for such an amazing and simple explanation!
Thanks and thanks for watching :)