The 35 Greatest 1-yard Bag Patterns Ever! You only need one yard of fabric to sew a useful shopping bag or a purse. Learn how to sew beautiful, practical bags with a single yard in my latest collection of 35 free one yard bag patterns!

The free sewing pattern includes instructions for making two different sizes. You’ll be able to make two of the smaller size bag with one yard of fabric so you can make one for yourself and one for a friend. Here’s an unlined bag pattern that works best with heavier upholstery weight fabric (this fabric looked like linen, but it was polyester).

Cute Tote Bag with Optional Applique Bunnies Here’s another unlined bag pattern that works best with heavier upholstery weight fabric. The Easy Tote Pattern has a free (optional) bunny applique too. 7. Shopping Bag with Rope Handles This roomy shopping bag pattern is cute and reversible. The rope handles are optional, but I totally recommend them!

Create DIY fabric gift bags this holiday season! These reusable gift bags are perfect for small gifts and make cute fabric tote bags that can be used all year long! Grab the free fabric gift bag pattern to get started!