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Easy Reversible Beach Bag

August 21, 2018 by Ina Wrobel

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A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends.

I went to pick up threads to the fabric store when I saw this beautiful outdoor fabric print. It is a turtle print, but the color is perfect for the breezy beach feel. So yes, as you guess I got two meters of this fabric. At that time I had no idea what should I make with it but I love the print.

  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag | A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends. #DIYbag #easytotepattern #sewingbag #sewingproject #bagpattern #sewingtutorials #sewingforkids #craftforkids #sewingtips #freebagpattern #sewingforsummer for details on https://craftyforhome.com

I thought that I still have the similar theme print from this cushion cover. Since both are outdoor fabric, it will be perfect to make a summer theme craft. So, here I make a reversible beach bag. It has zippers on both sides. It is as simple as sewing several rectangle pieces of fabric.

What You Need To Make Reversible Beach Bag

  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag Pattern
  • Two different outdoor fabric prints.
  • Outdoor thread
  • 2 pcs of 7 inches zippers
  • Ruler
  • Pins
  • Washable fabric marker
  • Scissors
  • Seam ripper (not shown on the image)

How To Make Reversible Beach Bag

Follow the number displayed on pictures (#number) for the step by step tutorials:

From each fabric pieces, cut it into several rectangles

Fabric A:

  • 1 piece of 39 inches x 31 inches (body)
  • 1 piece of 6 inches x 31 inches (top body)
  • 2 pieces of 24 inches x 3 inches (bag’s handle)

Fabric B:

  • 1 piece of 39 inches x 31 inches (body)
  • 1 piece of 6 inches x 31 inches (body)
  • 2 pieces of 24 inches x 3 inches (bag’s handle)

The 0,25 inches for seams allowance already included on the measurement of fabric pieces. I make the bag’s handle wider, as I like it that way for a comfortable grip.

  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag | A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends. #DIYbag #easytotepattern #sewingbag #sewingproject #bagpattern #sewingtutorials #sewingforkids #craftforkids #sewingtips #freebagpattern #sewingforsummer for details on https://craftyforhome.com

#2. Sew the bag’s handles.

Pair one pieces of fabric A with B with the right side is inside. Sew straight line along the length. Turn it inside out. Now you have the right side of the fabric on the outside. Repeat the process for another set.

#3. Sew the body pieces together

Pair one part of the large rectangle fabrics with the smaller one. Use the pin to secure it before sewing the fabric. Straight stitch and basting the fabric before placing the zipper.

See how to basting for easy removal on this post How To Sew A Zippered Cushion Cover. If you click the link, there is easy to follow tutorials on how to sew the zipper.

Repeat the process for another set.

#4. Sew a zipper on

Place the zipper in the middle on the wrong side of the fabric and secure it with a pin. Straight stitch along the zipper line from end to end of the fabric. By sewing the zipper now, you are also topstitching the material at the same time.

  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag | A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends. #DIYbag #easytotepattern #sewingbag #sewingproject #bagpattern #sewingtutorials #sewingforkids #craftforkids #sewingtips #freebagpattern #sewingforsummer for details on https://craftyforhome.com

#5. Sew the body pieces

Fold the body piece in half with the right side of the fabric inside. Straight stitch on edge (the red line show on the image #5).

#6. Make a boxed corner

Marked the fabric for how big is the bottom corner of the bag you want. Here I show you that I marked it for 4 inches. Straight stitch along the marked line. You don’t need to cut the corner after sewing it, as it will be inside the bag. Repeat this process for all four of bottom corners.

#7. Assembly the body part of the bag

Turn one of the body pieces inside out. So you will have one piece of the body that has the right side of the fabric on the outside. Make sure the top of the bag is even.

#8. Sew the bag’s handle

Place the bag’s handle on top of the bag opening. Fold the top edge of the bag and pin it. Sew a straight line along the top side of the bag. It will look like a top stitch.

  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag | A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends. #DIYbag #easytotepattern #sewingbag #sewingproject #bagpattern #sewingtutorials #sewingforkids #craftforkids #sewingtips #freebagpattern #sewingforsummer for details on https://craftyforhome.com

#9. Sew the pocket

Use the seam ripper to remove the basting off. Now you will see where the zipper is. Straight sew along the red line show on the image #9 for a pocket. Repeat the process for another side of the fabric. So you will have a bag with two pockets.

#10. The finish looks.

Now you have the beach bag ready with a big pocket on the outside, and another one is inside of the bag. As you can see, the pouch is where my phone is.

#11. Reversible bag

Flip the bag inside out. Now you have a different print show on the outer bag with the same pocket placement.

#12. The size of the bag

If you see on the image#12, that is my tween daughter whom taller than me carrying the bag. This beach bag is huge. It fit for four large size beach towels or six of the smaller size towels. There is still so much room for some other things you need like snacks, water bottle, change clothes or sunscreens. There is also one large pocket on the outside and another one inside of the bag fit for phone and wallet.

There you go, how easy it is. The beach bag is reversible. When you want different print on the outside, you need to flip it inside out. I make a huge beach bag with the final measurement is 28.5 inches x 18.5 inches x 4 inches, because I always bring so much stuff to the beach or water park. If you would like to make a smaller one, you can reduce the size of the fabric for the body pieces.

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  • Easy Reversible Beach Bag | A DIY and easy to follow tutorials on how to sew oversized reversible beach bag and has pockets with the zipper, it will fit several large beach towels and all the necessities you need for summer fun at the beach or water park with family and friends. #DIYbag #easytotepattern #sewingbag #sewingproject #bagpattern #sewingtutorials #sewingforkids #craftforkids #sewingtips #freebagpattern #sewingforsummer for details on https://craftyforhome.com

If you do this project, make sure to tag @craftyforhome on social medias, so I can see your creation and admire it.

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Comments

  1. Amey

    September 12, 2018 at 9:00 am

    This is so cute! I wish I could sew. Alas, it is not one of my skills.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 10:03 am

      Thank you, I was like that too, I learn to sew my self too!

      Reply
  2. Lysa

    September 12, 2018 at 10:46 am

    I wish I enjoyed sewing, but, NO, I don’t. Cute bag though!

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    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 10:02 am

      Thank you, that’s fine!

      Reply
  3. Laura G

    September 13, 2018 at 8:26 am

    Such a cute idea!! I love that, just wish I was handy 🙂

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:59 am

      Thank you, it is as easy as sewing bunch of rectangle pieces!

      Reply
  4. Pam

    September 13, 2018 at 8:53 am

    What an adorable beach bag! I love the fabric you used.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:59 am

      Thank you, me too!

      Reply
  5. Melissa Parcel

    September 13, 2018 at 9:36 am

    I’m a sewing novice, but I think I could make this! Thanks for the clear instructions.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:57 am

      Thank you, I hope the tutorials are easy to follow!

      Reply
  6. Dennis

    September 13, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Great project and very cool idea!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:57 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Laura

    September 13, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    So cute and not just for the beach. Going to have to make myself one soon! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:56 am

      Thank you, it does very useful for going to water park, picnic, shopping trip too!

      Reply
  8. Califf Creations (@CaliffCreations)

    September 13, 2018 at 1:34 pm

    This is such a cute bag! I love the fabric you used. Your instructions are really easy to follow as well.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:52 am

      Thank you, plus it is water resistant because it is outdoor fabric type!

      Reply
  9. Mallaury

    September 13, 2018 at 2:03 pm

    Cute bag, I wish I were this crafty! But then again your instructions make this look super easy

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:51 am

      Thank you, I try to make the tutorials as easy as possible!

      Reply
  10. Jasmine Vargas

    September 13, 2018 at 5:28 pm

    This is perfect for the beach. I would totally use this bag.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:51 am

      Thank you, yes it does! The color is just perfect for that scenery!

      Reply
  11. La Shell

    September 13, 2018 at 5:51 pm

    Beautiful! I have a sewing machine that was given to me as a gift, more than 2 YEARS ago and I have not touched it once. My mom has it and is making good use of it. I really need to get cracking!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:50 am

      Thank you, you could make it together as mom and daughter project!

      Reply
  12. Lisa

    September 13, 2018 at 7:15 pm

    I love the turtle design!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:49 am

      Me too!

      Reply
  13. Dee

    September 13, 2018 at 7:57 pm

    Great tutorial!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:49 am

      Thank you.

      Reply
  14. Erin Haugerud

    September 13, 2018 at 8:07 pm

    I need one of these!!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:49 am

      Next project?

      Reply
  15. Flossie McCowald

    September 13, 2018 at 9:44 pm

    LOVE this pattern – thanks so much for sharing! I have made so many totebags over the years, but none like this, so definitely want to try!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:48 am

      Thank you, making bag is fun, and yes please try it, let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  16. Jay | Life of Creed

    September 13, 2018 at 9:58 pm

    Super cute beach bag! I don’t sew well, but this bag is worth trying to make. The turtle fabric is cute. I’ll have to see if I can make this with very beginner sewing skills. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:46 am

      Thank you, I am not that fancy with complicated pattern too. So, this project is doable!

      Reply
  17. Shannon

    September 13, 2018 at 10:12 pm

    This is so cute! I am not crafty at all but I would love to try something like this!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 24, 2018 at 9:45 am

      Thank you, you could skip the zipper process if you would like, it will make it easier to make!

      Reply
  18. Tine

    September 14, 2018 at 3:08 am

    You’re such a creative person! I used to saw quite a good few things (little wallets, glasses pouches) but I never attempted actual bags. You make it sound very easy and doable though so I’m going to go and try and find a fabric shop here (I moved countries and don’t know too many shops just yet).

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 20, 2018 at 8:04 pm

      Thank you, I love easy sewing project! maybe try online store if you can’t find any there.

      Reply
  19. Kathryn at QuestFor47.com

    September 14, 2018 at 7:21 am

    That’s such a great project, and your steps are so detailed! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 7:22 pm

      Thank you, I have to make sure the tutorials are detailed and easy to follow.

      Reply
  20. Deanna

    September 14, 2018 at 8:47 am

    Fantastic! I love a good project, so fun. A great end result.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      Thank you, I love the result too, functional bag!

      Reply
  21. Jocelyn

    September 14, 2018 at 8:49 am

    Super cute! I am not very good at sewing but I could maybe handle this! Great instructions and pictures to follow!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:47 pm

      Thank you, it is very easy, basically just sew some rectangle fabrics together!

      Reply
  22. Kristi Ann

    September 14, 2018 at 10:05 am

    I cannot believe you made this! It’s so great!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:46 pm

      Thank you, making things is fun for sure!

      Reply
  23. Michele

    September 14, 2018 at 10:07 am

    What a darling bag! I love this! Thanks Ina.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:45 pm

      Thank you, I love this too!

      Reply
  24. Dr. K. Lee Banks

    September 14, 2018 at 10:15 am

    Great job! I really like this. I make bags all the time, but never thought to make one like this. Love the turtle print! I often share pictures of projects I make, but haven’t gone through the step by step process like you did here. Nicely done! 🙂

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:45 pm

      Thank you, I love to show people how to make stuff, so they can make one too! Well, hopefully these tutorials are easy to follow.

      Reply
  25. Jennifer

    September 14, 2018 at 10:47 am

    This looks like a great project! I love making this type of project!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:44 pm

      Thank you, it is fun, right?!

      Reply
  26. Christa

    September 14, 2018 at 11:57 am

    This looks so cute! I’m always carrying a million things with me, so I’m always on the lookout for a great bag. This would be a fun project to try!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:43 pm

      Thank you, same here! An over sized bag always the best option for us who always bring too many things to the beach!

      Reply
  27. Terri

    September 14, 2018 at 2:41 pm

    Very cute! I might have my daughter make one for me. 😀

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:42 pm

      Thank you, I love that, your daughter will happily make one for you!

      Reply
  28. Kesha

    September 15, 2018 at 9:49 am

    Very cute bag. I am actually looking for a pattern for a great reversible spread for a kid’s queen size bed. It hasn’t been as easy as I thought. I’m seeing toddler beds and full size beds. Queen is so hard to find.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:41 pm

      Thank you, the best thing you can do and it will be easier to work with is try to find two different print of queen size flat sheet. Then sew it together, sew the zipper on or button for the closure, it always work this way!

      Reply
  29. Tiffany

    September 15, 2018 at 7:39 pm

    This is so cool!!! Can’t wait to make it!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:38 pm

      Thank you, yes please, I hope the tutorials are easy to follow!

      Reply
  30. Melissa

    September 15, 2018 at 10:50 pm

    What a great idea! This is such a fun print! It would match my sea turtle beach towel.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:38 pm

      It is, right? That’s why I pick this fabric. My daughter obsessed with turtle too. And sea turtle beach towel print sound so cute!

      Reply
  31. Tricia Snow

    September 16, 2018 at 8:08 am

    Thank you! For someone who does not sew you make it seem simple!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 16, 2018 at 4:41 pm

      Thank you, it is very simple actually, I hope the tutorials are easy to follow.

      Reply
  32. Dawnmarie @ E

    September 17, 2018 at 12:26 pm

    You are quite creative, and this bag looks both functional and playful!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:33 pm

      Thank you, I love making things, mostly for function and fun!

      Reply
  33. Tina

    September 19, 2018 at 10:54 am

    Great idea! Simple to make and oh so functional!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      September 19, 2018 at 5:22 pm

      Thank you, yes the functional thing is important for us, I always carry lots of stuff when I bring the kids to the beach.

      Reply
  34. Candi Randolph

    October 5, 2018 at 10:11 am

    I love the roomy size, and the fabrics you used in the tutorial are lovely 🙂

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      October 14, 2018 at 7:33 am

      Thank you, roomy size bag is very useful for everything.

      Reply
  35. Nina

    October 5, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    This is adorable! I love a good diy projects and absolutely love oversized bags. You fabrics are also super cute and fun!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      October 14, 2018 at 7:32 am

      Thank you, it is a fun find from the local fabric store here.

      Reply
  36. Carly

    October 8, 2018 at 6:41 am

    This is a great tutorial. The bag is adorable and could be used for sooooo many things when you have tinies.

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      October 14, 2018 at 7:29 am

      Thank you, yes it is. I use it for so many things, I have little kids who always bring everything to the water park, or beach. I also use it when we go for family picnic.

      Reply
  37. Hollysbirdnest

    May 27, 2019 at 11:42 am

    Great bag!! I think this would also work as a great diaper bag!! Thank you for always having such great DIY’s!!

    Reply
    • Crafty For Home

      July 2, 2019 at 1:13 pm

      Thank you, oh yes there is lots of room for diaper bag as well!

      Reply

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