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Put your sewing skills to use and create yourself or someone else a utility bag! This handy creation is fantastic for a variety of uses. Carry your belongings, small groceries, small collectibles, books, and more! Choose your favourite fabric and add a touch of embroidery to your bag with our free badge.

This project is great for all levels of skill from beginner to advanced. It's a great way to practice both your sewing and embroidery skills.

Your creation can also be donated to charity. Contribute to an important cause and send your donations into one of our listed charities →


WHAT YOU NEED:

INSTRUCTIONS

We'd like to thank Bosom Buddies for providing the instructions to follow to create this project. Download the instructions (PDF) →>

ADD A TOUCH OF EMBROIDERY WITH A BADGE

You can add an extra special touch to your bag by adding an embroidered badge. All you need to do is download our ‘Love heart’ design, then just follow our instructions on ‘How to make an embroidered badge’.

What you'll need to create an embroidered badge:

Applique badge
You can also create an appliqued badge with our applique version of this design.
Download applique design →

Drainage Bag Embroidery Badge

TIP: Alternative to felt, you can use Bag Batting to create your embroidered badge. Bag batting is perfect for badges with its stiff and sturdy material. It holds stitches very well and creates a nice finish, ready to be added to your project.

Drainage Bag with badge


DONATE TO A CHARITY

These bags can be donated to any of the below charities. Just send your creations in to the mailing address provided.

Are you a charity that would accept this item? Contact us to have your details added here.

ACT

Bosom Buddies ACT Inc
Pearce Community Centre
Collett Place ACT 2607

Free embroidery designs
Free Embroidery Designs

We're excited to offer our free Echidna designs available for download. These free designs are perfect for those at a beginner or an advanced level. Add these designs to your stash and create incredible embroidery!

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Sewing, Quilting and Embroidery Machines

Interested in learning how to sew, quilt or embroider? Take a look at the innovative Brother machines available for purchase at Echidna Sewing. Wherever possible we will beat any deal and you will always receive ongoing service and support!

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Learn to sew or learn embroidery
Learn to Sew or Embroider with Echidna Sewing

Come along to our fun-filled classes to learn more about sewing, embroidery and crafting. Classes cater for all skill levels, whether you're just starting out or already have advanced knowledge.

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Echidna project material/ fabric requirements are an indication only and can seem to be generous. This has been intentional. Should you make a cutting or embroidery mistake you will have sufficient fabric to rectify your error.

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