The Sunday Sling
Take your slow Sunday projects anywhere.
The Sunday Sling is a quilted drawstring bucket bag designed to carry your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any project you want close at hand. A roomy, structured body keeps yarn and tools upright and tidy, while the gathered drawstring top closes things up securely.
This is a confident beginner pattern. If you have sewn a few simple projects and want to learn quilting and a drawstring closure in one satisfying make, this is a great next step. A full video tutorial walks you through each stage so you never have to guess.
The Sunday Sling: Quilted Bucket Bag PDF Sewing Pattern
Take your slow Sunday projects anywhere.
The Sunday Sling is a quilted drawstring bucket bag designed to carry your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any project you want close at hand. A roomy, structured body keeps yarn and tools upright and tidy, while the gathered drawstring top closes things up securely.
This is a confident beginner pattern. If you have sewn a few simple projects and want to learn quilting and a drawstring closure in one satisfying make, this is a great next step. A full video tutorial walks you through each stage so you never have to guess.
Details
Adjustable comfortable strap with three included lengths: cross-body, shoulder, and handheld
Quilted, structured body that holds its shape
Drawstring closure
Easy to personalize with scraps, gingham, linen, or upcycled fabric
A great way to practice quilting and finishing without a huge fabric commitment
Sized to fit a sweater, 2 balls of yarn, and plenty of room for notions
THIS IS A PDF DOWNLOAD NOT A PHYSICAL PATTERN. PRINT AT HOME INSTRUCTIONS AND ASSEMBLY ARE INCLUDED
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🎥 Video tutorials available on YouTube & social media (linked in instructions)
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Pattern Details:
Finished Size
Circumference 30" (76cm)
Base Width 9" (23cm)
Height 12" (30.5cm)
Strap Length 30"- 50" (76-127cm)
Fabric Requirements -Please see photos for full chart
Skill level - Confident Beginner
Seam Allowance: 3/8" (1 cm) included
Includes both Imperial (inches) and Metric (cm) measurements
What You’ll Get (Instant PDF Download):
Step-by-step instruction booklet with hand-drawn illustrations + video tutorial links
1. Print at Home File for US Letter (8.5” x 11”)and A4/Legal (210mm x 297mm) with layers
2. A0 copy shop files with layers
3. Projector-friendly file with layers
Recommended Fabrics:
Canvas, denim, linen, cotton twill, quilted cotton, fleece, wool, or upcycled blankets and quilts (Note: Some heavier materials like wool or quilted blankets may be more advanced to sew on home machines)
Supplies Needed:
Fabric: Medium to heavy-weight, non-stretch wovens
Batting/Wadding
1/2” Grommet or Button Hole Foot on your machine
Sewing machine + needle (size 12–16)
Pins or clips
Scissors or rotary cutter
Iron
Measuring tape
Optional Supplies:
Interfacing - to make your bag extra stiff and structured
Pre-made drawstring
Grommet
Walking Foot for quilting
🛑 Commercial Use Note:
This pattern is for personal use only. If you'd like to sell finished garments using this pattern, please visit patreon.com/laraehandmade for a maker’s license.
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Pattern Details
Adjustable comfortable strap with three included lengths: cross-body, shoulder, and handheld
Quilted, structured body that holds its shape
Drawstring closure
Easy to personalize with scraps, gingham, linen, or upcycled fabric
A great way to practice quilting and finishing without a huge fabric commitment
Sized to fit a sweater, 2 balls of yarn, and plenty of room for notions
Finished Size
Circumference 30" (76cm)
Base Width 9" (23cm)
Height 12" (30.5cm)
Strap Length 30"- 50" (76-127cm)
Seam Allowance: 3/8" (1 cm) included
Includes both Imperial (inches) and Metric (cm) measurements
Skill level - Confident Beginner
What You’ll Get (Instant PDF Download):
Step-by-step instruction booklet with hand-drawn illustrations + video tutorial links
1. Print at Home File for US Letter (8.5” x 11”)and A4/Legal (210mm x 297mm) with layers
2. A0 copy shop files with layers
3. Projector-friendly file with layers
Recommended Fabrics:
Canvas, denim, linen, cotton twill, quilted cotton, fleece, wool, or upcycled blankets and quilts (Note: Some heavier materials like wool or quilted blankets may be more advanced to sew on home machines)
Supplies Needed:
Fabric: Medium to heavy-weight, non-stretch wovens
Batting/Wadding
1/2” Grommet or Button Hole Foot on your machine
Sewing machine + needle (size 12–16)
Pins or clips
Scissors or rotary cutter
Iron
Measuring tape
Optional Supplies:
Interfacing - to make your bag extra stiff and structured
Pre-made drawstring
Grommet
Walking Foot for quilting
What the test group had to say!
“This pattern was such a blast to make! I used an old pair of jeans that my husband ripped and a thrifted sheet for the lining and it’s given me the perfect project bag. I’ll definitely make another one,”
-- Andrea
“First one and def not the last one! It was truly a blast to make and really felt like there was a lot of detail in the pattern.”
-- G
“The whole process of making the Sunday Sling was great and the bag's size is so versatile! This was my first time quilting anything, so I was a bit nervous, but the instructions and video made it easy to follow.”
-- Ana
“This was my first time quilting and first time making a bag, so I learned a lot of new skills while also making a cute and functional bag that will be my new on-the-go knitting/crochet bag!!”
-- Rosie
“This is the first bag that I have made as well as my first time quilting! It was so much fun!! I already have my knitting stuff in it 😁”
-- Caitlin
“Love the versatility of this bag! Easily my favorite bag pattern! I’m already planning on making another one — as soon as my son goes to bed I’m cutting the fabric for the next one! I love the customization options for the pockets, and my next one will be made to carry my cross stitch project supplies. It will also feature a large pocket to hold snacks for my son when we go to the park 🤣.”
-- Hayle
