Reusable Wrapping ~ 50+ Fabric Bags ~ Free Tutorials

Are you trying to cut down on wasted paper this Christmas? Today's post shows more than 50 ways to use fabric to make reusable bags for wrapping presents. Bags range from very simple; just a couple of rows of stitching, tied with a ribbon and made in literally minutes - to more elaborate and a gift in themselves.

Some of the bags were designed specifically as gift bags, whilst others were sewn for entirely different purposes. Presents come in all shapes and sizes, so I've included bags in many sizes and shapes, so you can find one to suit the presents you are wrapping.

Sew the bags in festive season colours, or match the fabric to either the present or the recipient.

All of the bags have been chosen from either the Drawstring Bags or the Gift Wrapping link parties, here at Threading My Way. If you have a great idea for wrapping gifts, I'd love you to add it to one of the collections.

Small Lined Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Easy Gift Bags ~ Tutorial by Lisa, from Cucicucicoo Ecological Living

Small Lined Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Pretty Drawstring Pouch ~ Tutorial by Lisa, from A Spoonful of Sugar

Drawstring Gift Bag ~ Tutorial by Ana, from The Lost Apron

One Chord Drawstring Bag by Pam, from Threading My Way ~ tutorial by Sew Delicious

Reversible Appliquéd Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Mad for Fabric

Simple Unlined Fabric Gift Bags ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Drawstring Bag to Hold an OCC Shoe Box ~ Tutorial by Cheryl, from Simply Shoe Boxes

Drawstring Gift Bags by Sandra, from Sandra Sews ~ tutorial by In Color Order

Ruffle Top Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Margie, from Nanny Craft 4U

Lined Patchwork Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Patchwork Gift Bag ~ Tutorial by Jill, from Creating My Way to Success

Mason Jar Gift Bags ~ Tutorial by Joy, from Yesterfood

Drawstring Bag Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

How to Sew: Small Drawstring Bags by Cheryl, from Simply Shoe Boxes

Party Favour Bags ~ Tutorial by KC, from The Real Thing with the Coake Family

Rounded Bottom Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Stand by Itself Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Niki, from Roonie Ranching

Fabric Gift Cone ~ Tutorial by Josie, from SewforSoul

Wine Bottle Drawstring Gift Bags ~ Tutorial by Joy, from Yesterfood

Fabric Gift Pouch Tutorial by Lisa and Sarah, from A Spoonful of Sugar

Fabric Basket with Drawstring Top ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Fold Flat Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Cheryl, from Simply Shoeboxes

Simple Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Cheryl, from Simply Shoe Boxes

Small Lined Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Pyjama Bag ~ Tutorial by Lisa and Sarah, from A Spoonful of Sugar

Fabric Gift Bags with Cardboard Box Insert  ~ Tutorial by Susan, from Organized 31

Adult Rope Back Pack ~ Tutorial by Wendy, from The Crafter's Apprentice

Drawstring Shoulder Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Reversible Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Mad for Fabric

Easy Reusable Fabric Gift Bag ~ Tutorial by Noreen, from Crafty Journal

Scrappy Drawstring Tote Bags for Shoe Box Gifts ~ Tutorial by Cheryl, from Simply Shoe Boxes

Double Skein Yarn Bag ~ Tutorial by Niki, from Roonie Ranching

Reusable Fabric Gift Bags ~ Tutorials by Pam, from Threading My Way

Penguin Gift Bag by Sandra, from Sandra Sews ~ based on In Color Order's tutorial

Reusable Gift Bags ~ Tutorial by Teresa, from Keeping it Real

Drawstring Bags by Kristy, from Hopeful Threads ~ tutorial by Sew Scrumptious

Easy Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Joy, from Joy's Jots, Shots & Whatnots

Simple Unlined Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam. from Threading My Way

Bow Tie Gift Bag ~ Tutorial by Joy, from Joy's Jots, Shots & Whatnots

Mini Carry Bag by Sherry, from Sew It Sherry ~ tutorial by Pink Penguin

Matchbox & Hot Wheels Drawstring Bags ~  Tutorial by Cheryl, from Simply Shoeboxes

Snowman Drawstring Bag by Kathy, from Running with Rocket ~ tutorial by Sandra Sews

Denim Jeans Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Drawstring Bags by Fay, from Monkey Makes Three ~ tutorial by In Color Order

Unlined Drawstring Bag with Two Cords ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Small Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial from Crafting for Shoeboxes

Selvedge Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial by Pam, from Threading My Way

Reusable Wine Bottle Gift Bags

Over the years, I've experimented with various ways of wrapping presents, and I'm pleased to say I haven't purchased commercial wrapping paper for a couple of years now. That doesn't mean I don't use Christmas wrapping paper...

... that's me! Each festive season I accumulate a store to reuse the next year.

Kid painted wrapping paper always goes down well, too, as does wrapping presents in pillowcases. 

Since I began blogging, I've sewn many, many fabric gift bags - not all of them appear on Threading My Way. I plan to make a few this month. The rest of my presents will be wrapped with brown paper and embellished in one way or another.

I am well aware that not everyone likes or appreciates handmade. Have you ever gifted a present with reusable wrapping? If so, how was it received?

When wrapping gifts, think about the age of the recipient. Some of the bags in this post are not suitable for young children due to the length of the cords, small beads, etc.

... Pam

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