treasure drawsting bag

Wondering what to do with all those beautiful scraps you have from your quilt-making and larger projects?

This little bag is so perfect for using the precious pieces of fabric in your collection or the experiments with stitch design. You’ll learn how to make a circular drawstring bag - I use mine to carry lip balm in my purse, but they’re also a perfect size for gifting to friends who want something special to hold.

Includes video instructions for how to make a small and large bag, as well as info on how to upsize as needed.

Hand stitch a circular bag perfect for your treasures, or holding practical items.

Using slow stitching methods you’ll create this beautiful bag with a drawstring and a round bottom.

Learn how to upscale to make a bag for carrying projects and supplies.

Lovely words

Thank you so much Ellie! I am loving watching the videos! So inspiring and I am so happy that I don’t have to be perfect. Never really make a straight quilt! Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher!

- Lore

gather some time, some materials & a cup of tea. Make something for a friend or loved one. Share, enjoy, gift the joy of making.

create special moments of precious pieces

Lovely words

In looking for a course on making improv quilts, I came across Ellie’s class and it is absolutely fabulous! It introduced me to new techniques with videos showing her thought process. She walks you through many different processes and is currently adding more. The videos are clear and easy to watch. The instructions are clear and easy to incorporate into your current style. She is very generous with her knowledge and I highly recommend this class for anyone looking to begin or expand their knowledge of improve quilting.

- Cindy

What tools and materials will I need for this course?

  • The wonderful thing about this project is that you only need small pieces of fabric. Use some scraps and special pieces from your collections.

    You can also use some wadding to make it a bit thicker if you’d like

  • NEEDLES in various sizes. The size depends on what fabric or threads you’re using. I often use Sashiko needles as I use thicker fabrics, but embroidery needles are great too. I say use what you have, experiment, see what works.

    PINS - glass headed and fine sharp point are good. As well as safety pins for basting your quilt. You can get special quilt pins which are slightly curved, but regular safety pins are ok too.

    THREADS Again this depends on the fabric that you’re using and the process with which your quilting / stitching. Read my blog post here for what I like using.

    Tape measure and scissors (sewing + embroidery).

  • Nope, this is totally hand stitched.

  • THIMBLES really help a lot with slow stitching, especially if you’re using thicker fabric. I suggest you try out some different ones and see what you like best. But I’ve found that a harder plastic on my ring finger and a soft plastic on my thumb. Some people like using a traditional metal thimble, some like using a leather one.

  • As well as how to make a drawstring purse using fabric scraps I talk about how to use your own creative voice to make something unique to you.

    It’s important to me that you don’t follow a pattern, but instead enjoy the process of making and creativity.

  • This is an online video course. I host all the courses on Teachable, which you can access via your desktop or device, as well as their app.

  • You’ll get lifetime access to all my courses, and can watch them whenever you want. This is an on-demand video course.

  • Due to the digital nature of my courses I don’t offer a refund. But of course I always want you to be happy, so if you feel the course isn’t as described please contact me.

  • Oh, yes, send me an email and I’ll help you out. ellie@petalplum.com.au

Lovely words

I look back on the (fearless quilt) workshop I did with you,
and it is really the best one I have been to.

- Alison

The slow mindful process of hand stitching allows you to connect with an inner quiet, that is often missing in today’s fast-paced world.

My way of working with process over perfection means that you’ll be able to listen to your breath while your hands and the story evolve as you continue the conversation with your fabric.

Let’s do this together!

Embrace your own creativity, do away with perfectionism & make something delightfully joyful.

Hi, I’m Ellie

I’m a textile artist & maker, a creativity coach, web-designer & mentor, a writer, photographer & soul-sharer.

I have online courses, in-person workshops and 1-to-1 sessions

Are you ready to delve into the gentle, good, slow work of making, creating and sharing?

Let’s make a pot of tea and share our stories together.