Tea Towel Messenger Bag (Downloadable Sewing Pattern)

Turn an everyday tea towel into an adorable, one-of-a-kind Messenger Bag that's as practical as it is stylish!

This quick and easy sewing project transforms a simple tea towel into a charming shoulder bag, complete with a coordinating fabric strap and boxed corners for extra room. Whether you're heading to the library, running errands, attending a sewing retreat, or carrying your favorite everyday essentials, this handmade bag is ready to go wherever you do!

The best part? You only need one tea towel and a little coordinating fabric! Choose a colorful printed towel for a fun, ready-to-sew look, or personalize a solid tea towel with your favorite machine embroidery design for something uniquely yours.

With simple construction, a customizable strap, and optional grommet details, this project is perfect for a quick afternoon of sewing or a thoughtful handmade gift.

Key Features

• Quick & Easy Sewing Project: Transform a tea towel into a functional messenger bag.

• Simple Materials: Requires just one tea towel, coordinating fabric, and fusible interfacing.

• Customizable Fabric Strap: Adjust the strap length to fit your preferred carrying style.

• Boxed Corners: Create a roomy bottom for carrying books, sewing supplies, and everyday essentials.

• Optional Grommets: Add 14 mm grommets for a decorative and functional strap attachment.

• Embroidery Friendly: Personalize your bag with your favorite machine embroidery design (sold separately).

• Versatile Style: Use printed, patterned, or solid tea towels to create a bag that matches your personality.

• Perfect for Gifting: A fun handmade gift for book lovers, sewists, friends, and family.

• Step-by-Step Instructions: Includes cutting directions, assembly instructions, and helpful diagrams.

• Digital Download: Start sewing without waiting for a printed pattern!

What You Will Need

• (1) Tea towel, approximately 20" x 28"

• ¼ yard coordinating fabric

• Fusible interfacing (Kimberbell Fusible Backing or SF101)

• Optional: 14 mm grommets

Optional Personalization:

• Your favorite machine embroidery design (sold separately)

• Embroidery supplies appropriate for your chosen design

✨ Girlfriend Tip: Want to make your Messenger Bag extra special? Add a favorite machine embroidery design before assembling the bag! A cute saying, seasonal design, or personalized monogram makes this project uniquely yours. For a sturdier bag bottom, cut a piece of cardboard or plastic mesh to fit inside the finished bag.

Digital Download Information

• This is a downloadable sewing pattern. No physical product will be shipped.

• Includes step-by-step sewing instructions, cutting directions, and assembly diagrams.

• Designed to be made using one tea towel.

• Optional machine embroidery personalization can be added.

• Machine embroidery designs are sold separately and are not included with this pattern.

• Tea towel, fabric, interfacing, grommets, and other supplies are not included.

• Digital files should be downloaded and opened on a computer.

All pattern and pattern book sales are final and non-refundable.