Easy way to attach lining in your crochet bags 🧶😍, by Crochet by Amrita on YouTube. 1 min 32 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 32 s
- Time to do it
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Turn the crochet bag inside out and flatten it on a table so you can see its true shape and size.
Lay the lining fabric flat, fold it in half with right sides together, and place the bag on top as a template.
Trace around the bag with a pen or chalk, adding about 1 cm seam allowance on the sides and bottom.
Cut out the fabric through both layers, then sew the two side seams and the bottom seam with a running stitch.
Trim the seam corners, turn the lining right side out, and press the seams flat with an iron.
Slip the lining into the bag, match the side seams to the bag edges, and fold the top edge under by about 1 cm.
Pin or clip the folded top edge all around the inside of the bag, keeping the line even.
Hand sew the folded edge to the inside of the crochet bag with small running stitches, working all the way around.
Knot the thread on the inside, trim it, and turn the bag right side out to check the finish.
Tips and common mistakes
Wash and iron the lining fabric before cutting so it does not shrink after sewing.
Use small, even stitches and matching thread so the seam blends into the crochet.
Leave a little slack in the lining so it does not pull the crochet out of shape.
Pin carefully and keep fingers clear of the needle while hand sewing.
Questions
Can I sew the lining without a sewing machine?
Yes. A simple running stitch by hand is enough, and it gives you more control around the crochet stitches.
What fabric works best for a crochet bag lining?
A medium weight cotton or cotton blend is easy to sew and holds its shape well. Avoid stiff or slippery fabrics for your first try.
How do I stop the bag bottom from sagging?
Cut a piece of stiff interfacing or plastic canvas to the base size and slide it between the lining and the bag before sewing the top edge.
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