Nami Knot project bag - Sewing Pattern and Video Tutorial

My friend, cancel your reservations, lock the door, tell everyone you’ve got a massive headache and you need to be left alone - because you got to sew this bag. 

 

I'm not kidding. And this is not a drill.

Drop everything because you have to make this bag immediately. 

This is the brand new NAMI KNOT. The cutest bags since the beginning of project bags... aka the Wee Braw Bag. But this one is even quicker and easier to make. Like what?!

 

Even as a beginner. You can make it in no time at all. No zippers. No binding. No complicated features. Not even a drawstring mechanism. If you only made pillows before... this is even easier.

But then. If you love patchwork like me, are a quilter and you have all the scraps - you can make it quilty and scrappy. Use all the fabric and make it the most personal project bag ever. 

Seriously. I know everyone loves the Wee Braw Bag (and it's cute... and the final reveal/turn is quite something) but this one?! It has it all. 

The Nami Knot is the perfect project bag. Easy opened and closed. You can tie her up and the ears turn into a cute little handle. Great in size for your wool, sewing notions, fabric, cosmetics,... anything really. And then again. It's soooo easy to make. 

Sewing Pattern

Now let's talk about the pattern a little more. 

This is what you'll get. 

The pattern comes in three sizes and is super beginner friendly. You can make an easy, plain one or use up your fave scraps and make a scrappy, patchwork version. Extra points if you add some cute economy blocks (you can find my free pattern and templates here). My favourite one is the patchwork version...

Finished sizes (all in wxdxh) and the height is the fillable height of your bag, so you can close it as shown in the pictures 

• Large: approx. 5.5" x 5" x 3.5" (wxdxh)
• Medium: approx. 4.5 " x 4" x 2.5" (wxdxh)
• Mini: approx. 4.5" x 3" x 2.5" (wxdxh)

Tip: Fill your bag about half way. Snap it closed and fold over the top. Tie a knot and you’ve created your handle.

So yes, the bag is technically taller but I am intentionally leaving her half empty to style her this way. Using her ears as a handle. Makes sense. Right?

The step by step sewing pattern comes with a ton of pictures, tables, detailed instructions and links to helpful video tutorials. I promise you, it's like I am sitting right next to you. Again, this project is made for beginners in mind. 

And if you're a fellow visual learner, please see for yourself how easy it is to make your very own bag. It's truly so, so easy.

Watch the video tutorial on how to make your bag right here!

And of course make sure to follow me over on YouTube for more.

Materials for your Bag

Let's talk about materials. Shall we?

As always - you won't need a lot. I made this pattern super easy and accessible. No need to buy crazy fancy supplies, notions or materials.

Next to a copy of the pattern, you will need fabric, thread, left over batting from your last quilt, magnetic snaps (or KAM snaps) and your basic sewing supplies.

Fabric I like using quilting cotton and here, here and here are a few of my favourites. Whatever you fancy really. If you're using scraps - even better.

Thread Any thread will do. I like a combination of classic Aurifil 50wt for construction and 28wt for all visible seams (top stitching along the edge and machine quilting).

Batting Left over batting from your last quilt will do. I like using this one, but whatever you have at home will do! But again, you can totally substitute it and use whatever you have at home - no need to go shopping for more material. 

Magnetic Snaps I like using the smaller 0.5" magnetic snaps, simply as I struggle opening the stronger and bigger ones. But again. Whatever you have at home. A good alternative would be KAM snaps, they are super cute and probably even easier to install as you don't have to hide the "snap guts" inside your bag. 

Basic Sewing Supplies You will need your sewing machine, rotary cutter, cutting mat, ruler, hera marker, pen, binding clips, scissors and maybe a seam ripper (just in case).

And of course. If you're planning to make a patchwork bag, you will need a selection of prints. But I am sure you have plenty of those at home. Go and use those scraps. No need to spend more money.

And finally. If you like to add a couple economy blocks - you can find my free pattern and templates over here. 

Ohhh... and before I forget. If you're not a beginner anymore and have tons of fabric (I know you do!!), please go and make a scrappy one. All your fave prints make your bag even more interesting.  

And totally use economy blocks. I always get asked what to make with them. And my answers is always - BAGS!!! Make a bunch and piece the panel of your bags using your blocks. I promise - you'll love it.

Click here to get my free templates.

And that's a wrap, my friend. The easiest project bag ever. And probably the cutest one. Now I hope you'll loooove it as much as I do.

Ohh and of course, if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. I am only an email (laura@sweetcinnamonroses.com) away and here to help. Even though I know you can totally do it!!!

As always. I hug your face.

Laura x

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