Beautifully Wrapped. Thoughtfully Handmade. Ready to Reuse.

Make your Christmas gifts even more special with reusable fabric gift bags sewn by you! This festive sewing kit includes everything you need to create two coordinating drawstring gift bags, each featuring its own unique combination of beautiful Christmas fabrics. Perfect for wrapping presents year after year, these bags offer a charming, sustainable alternative to traditional wrapping paper.

This Level 1 Skill Series project is perfect for beginners looking to create something both beautiful and practical. Featuring premium pre-cut quilting cotton from Riley Blake Designs' Poinsettias at Christmas collection, coordinating ribbon closures, and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll learn foundational sewing techniques while creating two fully lined gift bags with contrasting fabric accents.

Whether you're wrapping presents for loved ones, adding a handmade touch beneath the Christmas tree, or giving the finished bags as gifts themselves, this festive project is one you'll enjoy making—and bringing out every holiday season.

Skill Level

Level 1: Perfect for first-time sewists or anyone looking for a fun, festive, confidence-building project.

You'll practice:

• Sewing straight seams
• Joining coordinating fabric pieces
• Constructing and attaching a fabric lining
• Creating simple drawstring casings
• Threading ribbon closures
• Finishing a functional, reusable project

Finished Size

Creates two reusable Christmas gift bags, each measuring approximately 12" wide × 15" tall when laid flat.

Each bag features a different combination of coordinating Christmas fabrics, a contrasting top band, a fully lined interior, and a ribbon drawstring closure.

Perfect for wrapping books, clothing, toys, holiday treats, and other special gifts.

What's Included

Everything you need to create two reusable Christmas gift bags, including:

• Premium pre-cut Riley Blake Designs Christmas quilting cotton fabrics
• Coordinating fabrics for contrasting top bands and linings
• Grosgrain ribbon for drawstring closures
• Coordinating thread
• Beginner-friendly printed instruction booklet
• QR code access to a step-by-step video tutorial

Tools You'll Need

• Sewing machine
• Iron and ironing surface
• Fabric clips or pins
• Fabric scissors or thread snips
• Safety pin or bodkin for threading ribbon

Why You'll Love This Kit

• Designed specifically for beginners
• No measuring or cutting required
• Creates two coordinating gift bags with different fabric combinations
• Features premium Christmas fabrics from Riley Blake Designs
• Fully lined construction for a beautiful, polished finish
• Easy-to-use ribbon drawstring closures
• Reusable year after year as an alternative to disposable gift wrap
• Perfect for adding a personal, handmade touch to Christmas gifts
• Builds confidence while teaching foundational sewing skills
• A fun holiday sewing project to enjoy yourself or give as a gift

Care Instructions

Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle and lay flat to dry. Press with a warm iron as needed, avoiding direct contact with the ribbon. For best results, wash with similar colors.

Part of the Crafted in Tandem Skill Series

Every project in our Skill Series is thoughtfully designed to help you build real sewing skills through beautiful, practical projects you'll actually use. Each completed kit prepares you for the next step in your creative journey—one stitch at a time.

Because sewing shouldn't feel intimidating—it should feel rewarding.