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DIY Mini Zippered Goody Bags

January 11, 2012

Handmade gifts that fit the occasion are truly something special.  I wanted to give my kids classmates something functional and useable beyond the initial holiday candy exchange so I made zipper goody bags for Valentine’s Day from drop cloth canvas and added red gingham heart.
diy zipper pouch goody bag

A DIY tutorial for mini zippered canvas goody bags with an applique heart perfect for Valentine’s Day. Today I’m sharing a step by step tutorial to sew a mini zippered pouch.

The finished size on this bitty pouch is 5″w x 4.5″h x 1″thick at bottom.  I would call it a coin pouch as it’s just big enough for money, coins, lip gloss and small bits.

DIY small canvas zippered pouches
I made these canvas pouches for my daughter’s school Valentine’s Day party.
DIY zippered pouches wrapped in cellophane

They are the perfect size for some bubbles and chap stick, great candy free options that won’t break the bank.

candy free goody bags filler
Then I wrapped them up in cellophane, added a cute tag and we are ready to go:

diy valentines goody bags wrapped

Because they are made from drop cloth canvas and cotton gingham they are completely washable too!
mini canvas pouch unzipped
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
Below is the step by step tutorial to sew mini zipper canvas pouches or goody bags.  Please read through entirely before beginning.
Supplies:
  • 1 – canvas drop cloth (10″ x 6″) exterior
  • 1 – medium fusible interfacing (10″ x 6″)
  • 2 – lining fabric (5″ x 6″) cotton
  • 1 – 5″ red zipper
  • heart applique cut out
  • grosgrain ribbon for zipper pull
supplies to make mini canvas zippered pouch
I order my zippers in bulk from Jennifer at her Etsy shop: zipit.
bundle of red zippers for pouches

For the applique hearts apply fusible interfacing to back of fabric, trace a heart shape and cut out all the hearts:

red gingham heart applique pieces
interfacing applied to wrong side of canvas
Step 1: Begin by fusing interfacing to wrong side of canvas and then pin heart applique in place.
zig zag stitch heart onto front center
Step 2: Sew the heart in place with a zig zag stitch.
place zipper between canvas and lining
Step 3: Place the zipper face down on right side of canvas then one lining piece on top.  Pin as needed.  Then sew across the top seam.
sewing zipper into one side of pouch
Step 4: Press lining open to cover seam and then top stitch down to avoid getting the lining caught in the zipper.
sewing zipper into canvas pouch
Step 5: Repeat process for other side.
good side sewn together

Step 6: Place lining pieces together and right side of canvas together then straight stitch side seams beginning at pouch bottom.

sewn corner gusset of canvas pouch
Step 7: Miter the corners of canvas for a flat bottom pouch which creates depth for items to fit better inside.
interior corner of zippered pouch
Step 8: Snip mitered corners to get rid of bulk.
red gingham lining of zippered pouch
Step 9: Turn right side out, press lining bottom raw edge in 1/2″ then top stitch closed.
open zippered side of canvas pouch
Step 10: Push lining down into pouch and press.
pressed gusset in canvas pouch
Step 11: Be sure to press bottom flat edge by folding as per photo above.
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
Step 12: Add ribbon detail to zipper and seal cut ends with fray check.
Then make 24 more and they’re ready for use.
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
Fill with treats and wrap for giving:
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
For the tags I simply printed Happy Valentine’s Day on cardstock:
diy valentines day tags
Then cut out the words and used double stick tape to adhere to polka dot paper and then red card stock:
diy happy valentine's day tags
Punch holes in the ends:
happy valentine's day tags
And tied on with twine:
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine’s Day!
DIY canvas goody bags with zipper and heart for Valentine's Day
For more candy free valentines ideas click here:
DIY candy free valentines

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  1. Happy in red says

    January 11, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    Wow, these are fantastic! Thanks for the tuto!
    Esther.

    Reply
  2. Amanda @ The Little Giggler says

    January 11, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    I wanna be in her class! Those are so cute!!

    Reply
  3. Jenn @ One Thrifty Chick says

    January 11, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Absolutely adorable! I would love to make something like this, but between the 3 classrooms, that would be over 70 of them! Even for birthday parties would be fun! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Angela says

    January 11, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    These are beautiful! Thanks for the great tutorial, I've pinned it on pinterest to try sometime.

    Reply
  5. birdie blue says

    January 11, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    adorable, love the gingham heart. i would absolutely be interested in ordering some of these for valentine's day. if that's a possibility, please email me at [email protected].

    xo
    molly

    Reply
  6. Jen R. (The Teachers' Cauldron) says

    January 12, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    omgoodness! As a teacher, I would love to get a bigger version of one of those! you are making want to take a trip to the cloth store to start making some pouches! lol
    )
    The Teachers’ Cauldron

    Reply
  7. [email protected] of Laughter says

    January 12, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    You are one awesome Momma to make these for your daughter's class!! So pretty and perfect! You did an amazing job! Happy New Year! Angie xo

    Reply
  8. Our Delightful Home says

    January 12, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    Amazing idea!

    ~Mrs. Delightful
    ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    Reply
  9. Allison says

    January 12, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    These are amazing!!

    I invite you to add this post (or any other Valentine's Day posts) the Find Some Love Fest on February 1st! 5 blogs, 1 party!

    http://www.feedingmytemple.com/2012/01/exciting-announcement.html

    Reply
  10. [email protected] says

    January 12, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    Fantastic idea. Great gift for Valentines Day.

    Reply
  11. Chrissy says

    January 13, 2012 at 1:34 AM

    These are so cute!! Such a thoughtful gift! I love them!

    Reply
  12. Amanda says

    January 13, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    These make such a lovely gift, thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  13. A To Zebra Celebrations says

    January 13, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    WOW! WOW!! love them!! this is a perfect link on my party blog- feel free to link here: http://www.atozebracelebrations.blogspot.com/2012/01/totally-cute-crafts-tuesday.html

    Reply
  14. ReFresh ReStyle says

    January 13, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    I love these, and I would love to make one! I've never put a zipper in! Maybe I will try!
    Debbie

    Reply
  15. craftytexasgirls says

    January 13, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Make me one! I am so impressed. I usually just do paper bags…maybe I'll up my game this year. Fabulous tutorial. Visiting from 36th Avenue.
    🙂 Samantha

    Reply
  16. Katie Carter says

    January 13, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    holy cow that's alot of work, you're an AWESOME mom!
    you should join me for handmade 52! http://raisingoranges.blogspot.com/2012/01/handmade-52-2.html

    Reply
  17. K says

    January 14, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    Very ambitious to make 25! Great tutorial, and they turned out very cute! Good idea to use a drop cloth.

    Reply
  18. Natasha says

    January 14, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    great job

    would love it if you could share this on my link party
    http://serenityyou.blogspot.com/search/label/Serenity%20Saturday

    Natasha xx

    Reply
  19. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says

    January 15, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I'll be featuring you tomorrow…
    These little bags are super cute!

    Reply
  20. spip718 says

    January 15, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Adorable. Love these. Wish I sewed so I could make them.

    Reply
  21. Jennifer says

    January 15, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    So cute! Love this idea… if only I had a little girl!

    Reply
  22. The DIY Show Off says

    January 16, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    So cute, Jaime! I miss having little girls…but these are perfect for grown up girls too! Sharing in tomorrow's highlights. 😉

    Reply
  23. Elle and Lou says

    January 17, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Really this is too much! You are amazing to do all of these. I am pinning this on my TO DO board. What a lucky girl you have!
    Lou

    Reply
  24. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    January 17, 2012 at 3:00 PM

    What cute bags! I love the fabrics you chose. Great gifts for Valentine's Day.

    Reply
  25. Life On Planet Mum says

    January 17, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    The bag is so adorable! Thank you for sharing your tute!

    Reply
  26. Lauren @ Summit St Joy says

    January 18, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS!!! How fabulous are these?!?! I absolutely love that you used drop cloth. Talented!
    would LOVE to have you join our HANDMADE VALENTINE party! 🙂 blessings 🙂

    Reply
  27. Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says

    January 18, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    My party just started and I'd LOVE to have you stop by and share this ~ TOTALLY impressive!!!

    Overflowing with Creativity

    XO, Aimee

    Reply
  28. freckled laundry says

    January 20, 2012 at 1:40 AM

    Um. You're like the best mom ever. Can't believe you made 25 of these adorable pouches! I guess I better get to work over here! Great tutorial. Your sewing skills are, as always, flawless! I would totally trust you on my sewing crew of two…(you and me)! Thanks for sharing with {air your laundry} friday!

    Reply
  29. Lolly Jane says

    January 12, 2014 at 3:47 AM

    Stinkin cute. Best mom of the year award! Love these mucho!!

    Reply
  30. Suzanne says

    February 10, 2014 at 7:05 PM

    I love seeing a whole slew of your bags all lined up and the presentation is fantastic!

    Reply
  31. Carol Taylor says

    January 22, 2017 at 1:40 PM

    So cute! Where did you find the ribbon?

    Reply

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