{"product_id":"christmas-tree-gift-bag-sewing-pattern","title":"Christmas Tree Gift Bag Sewing Pattern (5 Sizes, Easy To Sew)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Christmas tree gift bag sewing pattern turns a few scraps of fabric into a lined drawstring bag shaped like a little fir tree, finished with a small stuffed trunk at the base. Pop a present inside, pull the cord and tie a bow, and the wrapping becomes part of the gift. It's a quick, beginner friendly project you can sew by hand or on a machine, and it comes as an instant download PDF with illustrated instructions and a video tutorial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric gift bags can be used again year after year, which makes them a lovely swap for the wrapping paper that ends up in the recycling every Boxing Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive sizes of drawstring gift bag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished height and width of each bag:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 x 17cm (7 x 6 3\/4in). Ideal for jewellery, a gift card or a few chocolates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 x 23cm (9 1\/2 x 9in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 x 29cm (11 3\/4 x 11 1\/2in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 x 38cm (15 x 15in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44.5 x 44cm (17 1\/2 x 17 1\/4in). Room for a jumper, a book or a bundle of smaller treats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking a set in graduated sizes looks lovely lined up under the tree, and it means you always have the right bag to hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA layered PDF sewing pattern with all five sizes, so you can print just the one you need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome printing on A4 or US Letter, plus an A0 copy shop file\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated step by step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA video tutorial on the House of Kimono YouTube channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand sewing or machine sewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern works brilliantly both ways. The seams are short and simple, so hand stitching one is a relaxing evening project, and on a machine you can make a whole batch in an afternoon. The bag is fully lined, which hides every raw edge and gives it a lovely soft, professional finish inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabric and notions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain and lining fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXS: 20cm (8in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall and Medium: 30cm (12in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge and XL: 40cm (16in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrunk fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXS and Small: 10cm (4in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium and Large: 15cm (6in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXL: 20cm (8in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrawstring length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXS: 48cm (19in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: 58cm (23in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: 65cm (25 1\/2in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: 74cm (29in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXL: 82cm (32 1\/4in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trunk only needs 5 to 10g of stuffing, whichever size you make. Hollow fibre fill or any polyester toy stuffing is fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing fabric for a Christmas gift bag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuilting cottons\u003c\/strong\u003e are the easiest to sew and come in endless prints. A non Christmas print can look really chic, and it means the bag can be reused for birthdays too. My Medium sample uses a Japanese print cotton with gold foil details on the front and plain red cotton for the back and trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTartan and plaid\u003c\/strong\u003e feel classic and cosy. Pair them with a neutral linen trunk for that warm, rustic look in the main photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrawstrings\u003c\/strong\u003e can be almost anything: cord, string, ribbon, rope or seam tape. I used 5mm (1\/4in) seam tape. Jute cord suits a linen tree beautifully, and leftover selvedges plaited together make a gorgeous zero waste tie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA great beginner sewing project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no zips, buttons or tricky fastenings, and the instructions walk you through every step with clear drawings. If you're new to sewing, this is a really satisfying first project, and the bags are small enough to use up your scrap basket. They also make a thoughtful handmade gift on their own, filled with sweets or a little treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a physical pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it's a digital PDF. You'll get your download link straight after checkout and nothing is posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat paper sizes can I print on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA4 and US Letter for home printers, or A0 if you'd like to use a print shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I make these as a beginner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It's one of the simplest patterns in the shop, and the video tutorial shows every stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy sewing, and do send me a message if you have any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex x\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Of Kimono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63839610011978,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7830\/7402\/files\/ChristmasTreeDrawstringGiftBagSewingPatternHouseOfKimonoCover.png?v=1791385319","url":"https:\/\/houseofkimono.com\/products\/christmas-tree-gift-bag-sewing-pattern","provider":"House Of Kimono","version":"1.0","type":"link"}