Make a Comfort Pack Bag

To download instructions for making a comfort pack bag click here.

 

Finished bag 36cm x 25cm (A4)

You will need

  • Fabric
  • 2 pieces of 70 cm x 40 cm
  • Two buttons
  • Elastic

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag1

1. First cut 2 pieces of fabric 70 cm x 40 cm
(27 1⁄2” x 15 3⁄4 “) The fabric may be the same or one may be lining.

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag2

2. With right sides together sew down the long edge, along the bottom edge and up the other long edge. 2cm seam allowance is included. Leave one short edge open (like a pillowcase).

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag3

3. Turn the right way round, so seams are on the inside.

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag4

4. The fabric should be about 2 1⁄2 times the width of a magazine.

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag5

5. Fold the open edge inside and pin two elastic loops into the seam about 8cm (3”) from each edge.

Fold the seamed edge so it lies 3⁄4 of the way on top and forms the bag.

Pin across the top, down the edge with the loops and across the bottom. Sew where you have pinned.

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag6

6. Finally sew two buttons and put a label on with Handmade by (your first name)

Instructions for a Comfort Pack Bag7

These bags were made for the Linda McCartney Centre in Liverpool to give to people who get an urgent call to come and be with their loved ones. It contains toothbrushes, toothpaste, comb, tissues, sweets, puzzle books, pen etc. contents vary but the idea is to provide people with things that they need during a difficult time.