How to Sew a DIY Drawstring Pouch with a Secret Compartment
Need a cute, handmade gift but running out of time?
This 5-minute drawstring pouch is my go-to project!
It’s incredibly beginner-friendly, but the "hidden pocket" detail makes it look like it took hours of work.
It’s the ultimate smart storage solution that everyone will ask you to make for them.
Grab your sewing machine and let’s get started on this satisfyingly fast project!
The finished measurements of this Drawstring Pouch are approximately
12㎝(4¾″) W × 11㎝(4⅜″) H.
12㎝(4¾″) W × 11㎝(4⅜″) H.
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◆ Main panel
① 30㎝ × 30㎝ (11⅞″ × 11⅞″) Outer layer
① 30㎝ × 30㎝ (11⅞″ × 11⅞″) Lining
◆ Others
① Drawstring Cord 80㎝(31½″)
Place the square fabric in a diamond shape and trim 7.5㎝(3″) off both side corners.
Position the outer and lining fabrics with right sides facing each other and sew along the top and bottom edges.
Turn the piece right side out through the side opening.
Fold only the outer fabric layers with right sides together and sew the sides.
Fold the lining fabric layers with right sides together and sew them as well.
Turn it right side out and flatten the fabric, then sew a straight line exactly through the center.
Fold the top and bottom edges inward and stitch 1.5㎝(5/8″) from the edge to create the drawstring casings.
Fold the piece in half and sew both side edges, then turn the pouch right side out.
Thread the drawstring through the casings and tie the ends to complete your pouch.
All done! We hope you enjoy creating your own wonderful piece.
And be sure to check out the [Sewingtimes YouTube channel] for more creative projects.
🍒🍒🍒And be sure to check out the [Sewingtimes YouTube channel] for more creative projects.
