Creating a dice bag is a fun and straightforward sewing project. Dice bags are commonly used by tabletop gamers to store and carry their dice sets. Here’s a simple sewing pattern to make a drawstring dice bag:
Materials you’ll need:
- Fabric of your choice (cotton, flannel, velvet, etc.)
- Coordinating thread
- Sewing machine or needle and thread
- Scissors
- Cord or ribbon for the drawstring
- Safety pin (for threading the drawstring)
Instructions:
Step 1: Measurements and Cutting
- Decide on the size of your dice bag. A typical size is around 6 inches by 8 inches, but you can adjust it to your preference.
- Cut two identical fabric rectangles for the body of the bag. The dimensions should be the desired width by twice the desired height, plus a seam allowance (e.g., for a 6×8 inch bag, cut two 7×17 inch rectangles).
Step 2: Sewing the Bag
- Place the two fabric pieces right sides together.
- Stitch along the sides and bottom edges, leaving the top open. Use a ¼ to ½ inch seam allowance.
- Zigzag stitch or serge the raw edges to prevent fraying (optional).
Step 3: Create the Drawstring Casing
- On the top edge of the bag, fold the fabric inward about ½ inch and press.
- Fold the fabric inward again, this time about 1 inch, to create a casing for the drawstring. Press and pin in place.
- Stitch close to the bottom edge of the casing, leaving a small gap on one side to insert the drawstring later.
Step 4: Adding the Drawstring
- Cut a piece of cord or ribbon approximately twice the width of the bag.
- Attach a safety pin to one end of the cord or ribbon.
- Insert the safety pin into the gap of the drawstring casing and thread it through, going all the way around the bag until it comes out where it started.
- Tie the two ends of the drawstring together securely, making sure it’s long enough to easily open and close the bag.
Step 5: Finishing Touches
- Trim any loose threads and give the bag a final press if needed.
Your drawstring dice bag is now ready to use! You can personalize it by using fabric with patterns or designs that suit your style or the theme of your tabletop games. This pattern is easily customizable, so feel free to adjust the size or add any embellishments or decorations to make it uniquely yours. Happy sewing!