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Makeup Bag Sewing Patterns

You can never have too many makeup bags and as a sewing project, they are some of the easiest to make. Most of the options in the store are similar, to say the least, which is why so many people make their own. This is why we have created a list of the best makeup bag sewing patterns. Each one is free, simple, and will work to keep all the small essentials safe.

This would make a lovely gift on Mother’s day, what mum does not love a homemade gift? Most people have fabric scraps and cuts kept for a project such as this.

It doesn’t require a lot of material or time but there are nice touches that make it unique. The top zipper keeps all items safe and is easy to sew. Then, there are the pleats added to both sides.

There is also a lining so expect this to last a long time.

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This vintage-style toiletry bag makes us want to take a trip but wherever it is used, it is a rewarding project, and the pattern is free.

We love the combination of colors from the piping to the metal dots on the top. The laminate material makes it easy to wipe down as stopping smudges and spills completely is near impossible.

Because of the material you are working with, a reliable sewing machine is a must, as are a standard presser foot, and zipper foot.

The roll-up design of this makeup bag sewing pattern is so convenient as it is small when rolled up, but when stretched out, provides easy access to those brushes.

The tie closure makes it a little prettier and it looks a little bit like a purse and even fits into a bag nicely.

It includes a template for getting the spacing right for the zippered pocket.

The side loop handle makes this makeup bag easy to carry and it has a large capacity to make it perfect for storing toiletries.

The zipper provides easy top access and the exterior is made from ripstop nylon that is wipe-clean.

One of the best things about this project is that it can be made from scraps and there are lots of large images to take away a lot of the guesswork.

The wired inner ensures this makeup bag keeps its shape better than most. There are plenty of opportunities to personalize this project, from the zipper detail that is heart-shaped in the example.

It features a lining to keep it more secure. When fully opened it has a wide capacity making it easy to access.

Although there aren’t extensive instructions it is not a difficult project to master for an intermediate sewer and above.

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A felt travel bag always has a nice texture and is relatively easy to work with. Because it isn’t the widest, it is easy to slip into a bag and is deep enough to hold plenty of makeup essentials.

It measures 18 cm x 18 cm x 7 cm so there is still a decent capacity and both a machine and hand sewing are used here.

The zipper is sewn by hand so this shouldn’t be an intimidating project for a beginner. The instructions are easy to follow and the felt is flexible enough for it to be filled up to max capacity.

Although this project is labeled as easy, there are plenty of impressive features. To start, there is a mirror and small LED lights so this is about as glam as you could hope for.

Use a fabric that is lightweight enough for the lights to have a chance to shine and make this bag look as impressive as it should.

It measures approximately 14 x 17 cm. This is a makeup bag sewing pattern with a difference.

More at: The Sewing Directory

This pleasant pouch-style makeup bag can be easy to transport due to its convenient size, and even when at max capacity, it is still easy to fit into a suitcase.

The vinyl lining makes it easy to clean but also prevents it from spilling out and staining garments and anything else it is near.

The clipped handle makes it easy to carry and the 9-inch zipper gives plenty of room to rummage. The tutorial itself is easy to follow and means it shouldn’t take long to complete.

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This cute and colorful makeup bag can be made in double-quick time with the help of a reliable sewing machine.

You will need a zig-zag presser foot to attach the zipper and this makes it a good project for a beginner looking to learn new sewing skills.

It is another project that would be good for making use of those scraps you have kept for smaller projects and it all centers around 12 x 1.5-inch strips of fabric as well as a base fabric.

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The clear vinyl of this makeup bag sewing pattern is great because it makes it easy to find something fast without having to rummage.

It all starts with 2 fabric rectangles and a vinyl rectangle and the instructions are as simple as anyone would hope. Because they are so easy to make, it is a good project for organizing the bathroom cupboard.

Why not keep makeup in one, cotton buds in another, then mini toiletries for guests in a third.

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The texture of this quilted version is so nice that it is hard to put it down once it is finished. The quilting pattern takes a little skill but this is an excellent project for trying something new or practicing those quilting skills.

The floral pattern in the example shows what is possible but not everyone is an expert in free motion quilting, a straight stitch and a walking foot will more than suffice.

There are plenty of images to walk the user through each step so this should be a rewarding makeup bag that most people will find easy enough.

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This is another roll-up cosmetics case and one that has a vinyl lining inside to make it easy to see what you are looking for.

The best part is that there are three zipper pockets, making it easy to compartmentalize different types of makeup.

The snap press is optional but definitely adds a nice secure touch to what is a simple design o the outside, but full of surprises when rolled out.

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This cute makeup bag sewing pattern is a good project for a beginner yet still offers a chance to get creative.

The zip pull is one such feature as you can add beads or something small to give it a little personalization. It makes good use of different materials with jean being a staple here.

This is great as it is durable, has a little room for stretch, and is easy enough to work with when using a decent sewing machine.

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There’s something about this option that is just a little more fashionable than some of the others.

From the thin lines that cross to the little label that makes it look store-bought, it is not an ordinary cosmetic pouch bag.

Although the instructions are lacking, the images make it a simple project and there are plenty of them to take the user through each step. The reward is a bag with plenty of room and a secure lining.

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With a typical makeup bag style, this boxy pouch packs down well for travel, but can also be stuffed full of your favorite makeup items and kept by the bathroom mirror at all times.

It is only small at 4.5 inches long and 3 inches high but this makes it perfect for storing a handful of essentials for a weekend away.

If you have a small amount of fabric leftover and want to put it to good use, you should look no further than this project.

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With fusible vinyl on the inside to make sure no spills leak, this is a decent-sized makeup bag and there is plenty to love.

From the polka dot design on the outside, to the contracts of the red zipper to the blue of the main fabric, it is a fully functional and pretty bag.

Measuring 8 inches long, and 5 wide and tall, there is no shortage of space for when you need to add new makeup.

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Finishing with an easy project is an ideal project for anyone who only has an hour to spare. In fact, it should take less – around 20 minutes for a lot of sewers.

As expected, the instructions make it seem basic, and there isn’t a lot of skill involved bar the zipper when it comes to attaching it.

We like the strips, the size, and the convenience of this option. A makeup bag for those who need to start with an easy project.

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15 DIY Makeup Bags to Travel Pretty

Gals, it’s time to tidy up our makeup routines . We’re about to get our hands on all the amazing products coming out this season, and our cosmetic hoarding needs chic organization to rein in the crazy . We found 15 easy makeup bag DIYs for you to try — bonus points if you make a couple to gift to friends and fam for the holidays.

1. Eyeball Clutch DIY : No sewing machine is needed for this project. You’ll just need a colorful canvas or faux leather clutch bag, a black Sharpie and a white paint pen to draw on as many eyes as you wish. Don’t forget to put a tassel on it. (via My Friend Court )

2. Block Zip Pouch : We love the roominess of this rectangular pouch. Choose your favorite coordinating fabrics and follow along this easy photo tutorial to spruce up your vanity. (via Minki’s Work Table )

3. Oilcloth Makeup Bag : Oilcloth’s slick surface is perfect for packing your skincare essentials because you can just wipe it down if it gets wet and it’s as good as new. (via Lia Griffith )

4. Z Palette : The beauty gods were oh-so-kind when the Z Palette came to be. Whether you hoard eye shadows, blush or bronzers or are looking to create a custom contouring palette to help streamline your glam routine, these magnetic palettes will make getting ready easier and that much more fun. (via Brit + Co )

5. Zipper Pouch : Super simple, no frills about it (but we do love that gallant horse print). Make this zipper catchall to throw in your purse. (via Fall for DIY )

For Eyes + Lips

1. I’m So Fancy Pouch : Are you in the fast lane from LA to Tokyo? We jam out to Iggy’s “Fancy” when we touch up our lipgloss, too. Keep it real with this graphic mini pouch. (Don’t worry, the printable has the correct lyrics.) Who dat? Who dat? I-G-G-Y! (via The Polka Dot Chair )

2. Zip Your Lips Pouch : With all those new lip looks to try this winter, you’re going to need a cute way to store your glosses and lipsticks . This pout-shaped pouch in hot pink is a top pick. (via A Beautiful Mess )

3. Leggings Pouch : Time to head to your closet for this project. This bag is made from a pair of zippered leggings. Gotta love DIYs that include repurposing. (via Michele Ng )

4. Hello! Pouch : Sometimes zippers can get stuck, but you never have to worry about that with our handy-dandy Velcro case. Check out our easy-peasy bag tutorial. (via Brit + Co )

5. Black + White Stripes : Somehow our lip gloss and mascara always manage to find their way into our pencil pouch. You too? Wrangle everything in with this sleek striped bag in a pattern that’s always chic. (via Transient Expression )

For Brushes + Tools

1. Brush Organizer : Makeup is the grown-up version of crayons, right? Your gal pals will be so thankful to get these brush rolls to keep their beauty tools portable and organized. Make a few to stuff their stockings this holiday. (via Art Gallery Fabrics )

2. Oilcloth Brush Organizer : This organizer coordinates with the oilcloth makeup bag above. It’s only natural we complete the set. (via Lia Griffith )

3. Ikat Pouch : Whether you’re storing eyeliner, lip pencils or actual colored pencils, you’ll be happy you made this ikat print pouch. (via eHow )

4. Mini Boxy Bag : All aboard! This nautical zipper bag is roomy enough to fit eyelash curlers, nail polish and a compact mirror for your maiden voyage. (via All Women Stalk )

5. Global Brush Organizer: Jetsetters rejoice. If your makeup kit is better-traveled than the average Joe’s, this geographic-print brush holder is your +1 for whichever journey you’re embarking upon. (via Anna Evers)

Time to makeup your mind — which one are you going to DIY? Tell us in the comments!

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Diy Handbag & Wallet Projects » 25 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas: Handmade Makeup Bag Projects

25 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas: Handmade Makeup Bag Projects

Published: Apr 22, 2021 · Modified: Jul 30, 2021 by Luke Allison · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

One of the most important things in most women’s life is their makeup, some women have tons of brushes, eye pencils, lipsticks, and other makeup accessories you can think of, however, a lot of women neglect the power of a makeup bag.

If you are a lady, it is time to put an end to cheap and inferior makeup bags out there and make a durable one for your kits. Here are 25 DIY makeup bag plans that you can choose from. Thank me later.

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1. DIY Makeup Bag

The materials needed for this DIY makeup bag include canvas fabric, fusible interfacing, line and sewing machine. Draw the dimension of the bag on a piece of paper and use this as the template to cut the fabric. Then, pad up the utter fabric which is thin with integrating and start sewing the bag with the zipper.

2. DIY Cosmetic Pouch

This cosmetic pouch is absolutely amazing and can be made with your hand. However, if you don't know how to sew with your hands and you have a sewing machine, here is how to do it. Cut 2 pieces of fabric for the inner and outer surface of the bag each, then attach interfering to the two outer pieces.  After this attach a zipper and you're good to go.

3. DIY Makeup Travel Bag

The materials needed for this DIY makeup bag include fabric, ruler, fusible interfacing, fabric, and sewing machine.Pre-cut all the pieces for this amazing travel bag and attach interfacing to each of the pieces. After this, start by making the handle and the flap panel. Then, move to the bag label and the casing.

4. DIY Cosmetic Bag

This is made from a zipper, fabric, lining fabric, interfacing, ruler, and scissors. Start by cutting all the pieces for the top and bottom panel, then the top and bottom sides panel.

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5. DIY Makeup Bag Pattern

Cut two pieces of main frantic, two pieces of coordinating fabric, and two pieces from either of the two. Take one piece from the main fabric and one piece from the coordinating piece, then sew them together side by side. It's the seam to make it smooth and attach a zipper to the edge. Repeat this for the other pieces and you're good to go.

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6. Makeup Bag Sewing Pattern DIY

This is made from fabric cuttings, fabric, washable fabric pen, easy press, prayer, and sewing kits. Lay the cutting mat on the floor and place the fabric on it. Cut the fabric into pieces using a Cricut maker. Once all the cuts are done, start sewing them together and make sure you press them to make them smooth.

7. DIY Cosmetic Case

This amazing DIY comes with a free sewing pattern, read further in the link below to download the sewing pattern. Once you have the sewing pattern, gather all the materials needed and start cutting the fabric according to the pattern.

8. DIY Makeup Bag With Vinyl Lining

The materials needed for this include fabric, fusible fleece, D-string, basic sewing kits, and zipper.  Cut the fabric into pieces and line it with the fusible fleece. Then, attach a zipper and make the wrist strap.

9. DIY Makeup Pouch Bag

Start by gathering all the materials required to make this makeup pouch bag. Then, cut the fabric and lining into pieces, sew a big piece of the main fabric to the lining fabric to make the bag panel. After this, make the inner section of the bag and make the handle strap.

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10. DIY Makeup Bag With zipping

This is made from the main fabric, soft doublerine fabric, stick wall fibre tape, scissors, and carton. Get two pieces of cardboard and round the edges of the two, these are the top and base on the bag. Iron the doublerine fabric and fibre tape on the wrong side of the main fabric and use it to wrap the cardboard.

11. DIY Stylish Makeup Bag

This is made from jean fabric, zipper, sewing machine, and cardboard. Cut the jeans into pieces, then cut the cardboard for the top and base of the bag. After this, make the handle strap and attach it to the pieces of jean for the top. Then make the bottom of the bag and attach the zipper.

12. DIY Beginners Cosmetic Bag

Gather the materials required for the bag. Once the materials are ready, cut the fabrics and sew them together. Then, attach the zipper and you're good to go.

13. DIY Travel Makeup Bag

The materials needed for this include fabric, zipper, chalk, ruler, sewing machine and pins. Cut the pieces for the bag and lining, then cut the strap. Lay the bag panel and the lining together and attach a zipper to it. Sew the bag up and make the strap.

14. Easy Cosmetics Bag Pattern

Start by gathering the materials required to make this amazing cosmetic bag. Then, chat the fabric and lining to pieces and attach interfacing to the pieces. After this, lay the lining and the utter fabric together and attach a zipper to it.

15. DIY Clear Makeup Bag

The materials needed for this include a clear makeup bag, adhesive vinyl letters, and pom pom keychain. Cut out a phrase from the vinyl letters and adhere them to the side of the clear bag. After this, attach the keychain and you're good to go.

16. DIY Quilted Makeup Bag

This is made from fabric, needle felted batting, fusible interfacing, and zipper. Measure and cut the fabric, then press on the interfacing to the fabric. After this, sew the zipper to the top and bottom of the piece. Sew the sides of the bag and you're good to go.

17. DIY Makeup Bag With Zipper

For this makeup bag, fabric, contrasting fabric, plausible fleece, interfacing, zipper, and pins. Start by making the tabs at the sides of the bag, then cut and line the bag panel by putting the fabric, contrasting fabric and fleece together.

18. How To Sew A Makeup Bag

To make this beautiful makeup bag, you will need 2 pieces of fabric, 2 pieces of lining fabric, a zipper, and a sewing machine. Make notches at the bottom sides of all the pieces. Then, pad up the main fabric pieces with interfacing to make them sturdy. After this, attach the zipper and complete sewing all around the pieces.

19. DIY Handmade Makeup Bag

This makeup bag is made from fabric, lining fabric, zipper, pins, double-sided tape, ruler, sewing machine, and rotary cutter. Measure the length of the zipper, then add ½" to it. Use this measure to cut the fabric and lining. Then, determine how deep you want the bag to be and fold the fabric therein. Phr the fabric and the lining together and hold them with the double-sided tape, fold the edges at ½"  and sew the fold. Attach zipper to both the top and bottom and sew the sides and you're good to go

20. How To Sew A Makeup Bag

The materials needed for this include main fabric, lining fabric, contrasting fabric, fusible interfering, zipper, iron, needle, thread, and all-purpose sewing machine. Start by drawing the template of the makeup bag on a sheet of paper and bleach to make the project easier.

21. DIY Makeup Bag

Start by cutting the inner pieces of the bag panel then cut the outer pieces and cut foam to size these pieces. Sew all the pieces together and attach the zipper to it.

22. DIY Miniature Makeup Bag

Start by gathering the materials required for the project; fabric, fabric glue, paintbrush, scissors, and low grip velcro. Cut the fabric into pieces and attach them with the fabric glue. After this, attach velcro and you're good to go.

23. DIY Makeup Bag

The materials needed for this include fabric, lining fabric, scissors, matching thread, pins, ruler, and sewing machine. Cut the fabric and lining into pieces. First, sew the lining to the zipper, then sew the main fabric on it. After this, stitch the sides and you're good to go.

24. DIY Leather Makeup Bag For Biker

To make this amazing makeup bag, you will need soft leather, spikes, zippers, waxed cord, needle, punches, and lining materials. Decide on the pattern for the spikes, then glue the ribs. After this, attach the lining to the leather and attach the zipper to it. Stitch the sides of the bag and you're good to go.

25. DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag

This drawstring bag is made from 3 pieces of bag panel, 2 pieces of flap panel, 2 pieces of drawstring casing, velcro, cord stopper and string. Start by pressing the interface to the wrong side of the flap panels, then put the two pieces together, sew the edges and trim off the excess. Repeat the process for the circular bag panels as well.

All the makeup bags listed above are classy and beautiful, have you found your preferred DIY makeup bag yet? If yes, we would love to know your pick and why you chose it. Feel free to leave your views in the comments section below.

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10 Cutest DIY Makeup Bags And Pouches To Make

If you are a person who loves makeup and regularly uses some, this roundup is for you. We’ve gathered the coolest makeup bags and pouches to make – these cuties will store your makeup safely and will be a chic accessory. Ready to see them all? Let’s go!

DIY typography zipper pouch using HTV (via www.purelykatie.com ).

DIY easy makeup pouch pairing two patterns (via crazylittleprojects.com ).

DIY rhinestone pattern makeup bags for Valentine's Day (via www.shrimpsaladcircus.com ).

DIY fun makeup bag with a touch of glitter (via www.shrimpsaladcircus.com ).

DIY vintage-inspired makeup bag with a floral print (via www.handmadiya.com ).

DIY unique eye-shaped makeup pouch (via www.papernstitchblog.com ).

DIY no sew makeup tote with rhinestones (via thecraftsworld.com ).

DIY windowpane makeup pouch with a handpainted pattern (via www.homeyohmy.com ).

DIY makeup bag with a scallop edge for Valentine's Day (via acoastalbride.com ).

DIY hand sewn makeup bag (via apairandasparediy.com ).

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DIY: Travel Makeup or Toiletry Bag

Make your own DIY travel makeup/toiletry bag. Line it with a cute fabric. It even has a strap to make carrying it around easier. There’s nothing like a new project to spark creativity. Keep reading for the tutorial. Check out my other DIY projects here .

• fabric – two 10.5 x 14.5″ (26.67 x 36.83 cm) rectangles for bag and lining
• fabric – one 7.25 x 4.25″ (18.415 x 10.795 cm) rectangle for the strap
• zipper- 10.5″ (26.67 cm) [I prefer the exposed metal ones, but any will do]
• sewing machine
• sewing pins
• chalk or white marking pencil

Sewing Machine Used

Singer Heavy Duty 4423

Step 1: Make the Strap

The first step in making your DIY travel makeup bag is constructing the strap. Start with the 7.25 x 4.25″ (18.415 x 10.795 cm) rectangle. Fold down 1/2″ (1.27 cm) of the top and bottom (bottom, left image). Then fold both of those sides together (bottom, right image).

Now you want to stitch about 1/4″ (0.635 cm) on both the top and bottom (below). Set it aside.

Step 2: Attaching the zipper

Place the two larger rectangles together evenly. Face the dull sides together (This is the opposite of what we normally do.) Then line up the zipper with the fabric at the short end of the rectangle. The zipper should be facing upside down.

Sew the zipper onto the the short end of the fabric (below). It gets a little tricky with the zipper if you have a metal zipper like this. You may have to move the zipper around a little to keep it out the way.

Now it’s time to do it on the opposite side. Make sure the top side of the zipper faces the outside fabric of the bag. In this case it’s the grey side.

When it’s done it should look like this (below).

Open the zipper all the way up and add a top stitch over the fabric that is touching the zipper (below). It will add a nice professional touch to the finished bag.

Step 3: Sew the Ends Together

The bag should be inside out at this point. Lay it flat. Use the ruler to make sure that each side of the zipper is even.

Then sew across where the closed end of the zipper is. Sew right behind the metal block at the end of the zipper. Otherwise you’ll have a big gap at the end of the zipper once the bag is finished.

I had to sew this one twice because I was going to have a gap (bottom, left image).

Leave the zipper open when you sew the other end. Or you’ll have a bag that is sewed and zippered shut. It will be funny, but not really funny.

Step 4: Creating the Box Shape

Start where the bag has the closed end of the zipper. Make a triangle at each corner of the bag. It’s easier to see the actual triangle shape in the bottom middle and left images because the ruler is not in the way. Use chalk or a white pencil to mark about 1″ (2.54 cm) from that peak of the triangle. After that, go to where you marked and sew straight across from that point.

Do that to the the other side. Remember to only do the two corners near the closed end of the zipper.

Step 5: Attaching the Strap

Now you’ll work on the end that has the open zipper. Poke out the corner with your finger (bottom, left image). You’re not going to make a little triangle just yet. Take the fabric that you sewed in the very beginning for the strap.

Place that about 1″ (2.54 cm) down from the triangle peak. Once you position it correctly, slide it so that the seam is directly in the middle of that strip (bottom, right image).

Use your thumb to keep the strip in that position as you fold the bag inside out to form the triangle (bottom left and middle images). Again, measure 1″ (2.54 cm) down from the triangle. This time use a pin to position the strap in place (bottom, right image).

Do the same thing with the other side, making sure that the strap is not twisted. Also make sure it’s facing the way you want it. Make the triangle again and add your pin (bottom, right image).

Don’t head right back to the sewing machine just yet. While everything is pinned turn your bag the right side out. Are the straps even? Do you like the way they look? Is one strap a lot higher than the other one? Keep readjusting it. This may be the hardest part in making the whole bag. But you’re almost finished!

Once you are happy with the strap, sew across just like you did for the other end. You may still have to rip out the stitches and do the strap over. But that’s fine.

Once you are completely satisfied, cut the corners off of each triangle so that the bag is not bulky inside.

And now you are done with your diy travel makeup bag! 

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25 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas

It is no doubt that cosmetic bags are a great addition to every lady's purse. They are designed to store all your makeup kits and be easy to carry around; and come in different shapes and sizes, are cute designs, and have many separate compartments. Check out these 25 DIY makeup bag ideas & plans. If you are a DIY lover, making a makeup bag for yourself won't be an issue for you; You can use any fabric and old pouches to make it. Use colorful prints and lovely designs to make it look more attractive; You can also use different patterns if you want. If you are gifted with sewing skills, there is no better way to show them than by making a beautiful makeup bag for yourself.

You can also make many different styles of makeup bags, depending on your taste and preference. Some bags have multiple pockets and zippers, so you can store all your makeup accessories separately without mixing them up. Some people like a simple bag, while others prefer something complex with many layers and pockets. If making a bag seems too complicated, why not try making cases instead? All these ideas will help organize your kit in the best way possible to look organized and attractive. It also makes it easy to find things without repeatedly going through the entire kit.

Check out these 25 DIY makeup bag ideas and plans, from which you can make new or change your old and boring makeup bag into something better and more useful!

DIY Makeup Bag With Vinyl Lining

Thinking of making your own makeup bag but unsure how? Then you may want to take a moment and watch this video. Many people love to make their own makeup bags because it saves them some money, and they love being able to personalize the pack with their favorite patterns or colors. It is not as hard to do as it seems; once you know the technique, you can apply it to any bag. This DIY makeup bag with vinyl lining is easy to make, and it's lined with vinyl material to add durability and sturdiness. This is perfect for storing your makeup brushes, hand creams, and other cosmetics in style.

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DIY Stylish Makeup Bag

This bag is something that you may be interested in creating. It can be great for a gift or to carry your make-up in. Making it yourself is pretty straightforward and cost-effective. It would be best to have jean pieces, a cardboard top, the bottom of the bag, handle strap, and zipper to do this project. With these easy-to-follow instructions in this video tutorial, you can make your own DIY Stylish Makeup Bag.

DIY Beginners Cosmetic Bag

Are you looking for a project to do? You should try to make a DIY cosmetics bag! This is very similar to the makeup bag from Bosi, but probably with a fraction of the cost. All you need are love and talents. Start gathering your materials and creating this beautiful bag yourself if you think you have it. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in this video to make your very own cosmetic bag.

DIY Travel Makeup Bag

This DIY Travel Makeup Bag is an elegant, stylish, and compact way to put together your makeup kit to bring with you on a trip or even to organize your bathroom. The materials needed are inexpensive and readily available at any sewing shop. It's super easy to make, and you could customize it totally to suit you. The pattern is easy to understand and follow, with pictures and detailed instructions present in this guide. This would be a nice gift for anyone who loves doing their own makeup.

Easy Cosmetics Bag Pattern

This cosmetic bag is sure to make your life easier. With it, you will never have to dig through your drawers for your makeup in the morning. And you can easily fit everything you need for a day out into this adorable bag." This bag is also ideal for small items such as sewing accessories and travel items. This pattern is suitable for beginners. Make this cosmetic bag a gift or even add an extra sparkle to your own dresser. This guide shows you the complete procedure.

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DIY Cosmetic Bag

DIY Makeup Bag Pattern

This Makeup Bag is the perfect size to fit all of your cosmetics, brushes, and beauty accessories. It's an easy sewing project that can be made in less than an hour. Pattern pieces allow you the flexibility to create custom-sized compartments for your individual needs. It will enable you to make the perfect makeup bag in your favorite solid or textures for all of your cosmetics, brushes, and extra items. This DIY makeup bag pattern will give you the perfect holder for your essential cosmetics and is fast and easy to make.

Makeup Bag Sewing Pattern DIY

Getting a new sewing kit and getting sewing ready is exciting; getting a beautiful set of jewelry with the equipment is impressive! This Makeup Bag Sewing Pattern DIY makes it a fun experience for you. It will give you a chance to create something beautiful and functional. This pattern is quick to learn, easy to implement, and requires only a few supplies. This design ensures an attractive bag with enough room for storing your makeup products. This DIY gift from you to your friend is the perfect way to make her happy on her birthday, when she starts her new job, or for just about any occasion that you can think of. Give her something original, handmade, and one-of-a-kind with your personal touch!

DIY Cosmetic Case

Carry your cosmetics in style and sophistication with this gorgeous DIY cosmetic case. The secret is in the lining, which matches the exterior and helps you keep your makeup accessible and organized. You can also customize the look by choosing from a wide variety of fabrics––so if denim is your thing, it's no problem! This fun cosmetic case is great to throw in your purse, a beach bag, or an overnight bag! It's relatively easy to make (definitely a beginner project) and only takes about an hour.

DIY Clear Makeup Bag

Clear makeup bags are typically used to store makeup items; they help you keep your things organized and easy to find, as they're see-through. However, they can also be used as makeshift drawers or pencil/pen holders. You can make a pack of clear makeup bags relatively cheaply and find a strap or keychain to carry it around with you quickly. This creation can be completed within a short amount of time and doesn't require much work or skill. Use this guide to learn more!

DIY Quilted Makeup Bag

This makeup bag is a great way to preserve the most beloved of your cosmetics. This DIY quilted zipper makeup bag has plenty of space to fit everything inside. It's easy to assemble, with simple sewing techniques required, and looks as good as it feels. It is also an excellent gift for that remarkable woman in your life who loves organization. Go through this guide, look through the instructions, learn a new craft and create this lovely makeup bag for yourself or someone else.

DIY Makeup Bag With Zipper

It's a simple and easy project with a professional-looking finish that's quick to make. The bag is roomy enough for all your cosmetics, so you will never be scrambling for where you put your favorite lipstick or mascara. Make several as gifts for friends and family. This DIY makeup bag with a zipper is a great gift idea for your girlfriend or yourself to keep your daily essentials organized and shielded from dirt. Create your own designs with different fabrics and zippers to add fun to this wardrobe essential. Watch this video to learn more!

How To Sew A Makeup Bag

A simple makeup bag is an effective way to store your cosmetics and toiletries. This makeup bag is created by joining two pieces of fabric, adding a zipper, and then sewing all around the edges. A sewing bag is not just something you can try; it can also be a lot of fun. You can create your own designs and styles without any worries. Here is a video tutorial that helps you get started in the colorful sewing world.

Sew a makeup bag for yourself or as a gift for your friends and family members. Makeup bags are great accessories to keep your makeup essentials safe and organized; they can also double as travel pouches or carry-ons. This simple DIY project pattern can be done in approximately two hours and is the perfect beginner sewing project, and the results will be excellent. This video tutorial will help you create a cute makeup bag using simple materials, such as a zipper, contrast, and main fabric.

Create your own personal bag for your makeup; DIY Makeup Bag is a colorful and fun DIY project that can be quickly completed in just a few hours. The perfect way to organize all your beauty products, it's an excellent DIY project for anyone who loves crafts. Make a pretty makeup bag or pouch with this easy-to-follow guide. You'll find step-by-step directions, templates, and everything else you need to do this project.

DIY Miniature Makeup Bag

This fabulous craft project is all about putting together a tiny makeup bag. You will need fabric, fabric glue, a paintbrush, scissors, and low grip velcro. The result is something that looks like a miniature version of the real thing; This project was created for those who are not familiar with sewing or want to take a break from sewing. So this is more of an art project than anything else. Create your own miniature makeup bag by following these easy steps in this DIY project guide.

23. DIY Makeup Bag

A DIY makeup bag is a great project to make if you're a beginner. It's easy to make as it only requires materials that you can easily find, such as lining fabric, scissors, matching thread, pins, a ruler, and a sewing machine. Cut the fabrics into pieces: first, sew the main fabric on the zipper, then stitch side seams. After this, you're good to go! This DIY project is a fun and creative way to store all your favorite makeup. It's the perfect gift for someone who loves fashion, beauty, and cosmetics.

DIY Leather Makeup Bag For Biker

This is the perfect DIY for leather lovers. It's a super easy leather makeup bag with spikes that you can make in just under an hour; The project may look complex, but it's fast and straightforward. And it's very stylish, so you can carry it everywhere you go; Its unique and eye-catching design will grab everyone's attention. This guide's fun and easy-to-follow instructions will help you learn how to stitch, assemble, and make your own unique makeup case.

DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag

This DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag is not only a great sewing project for both beginner and advanced sewers but also the perfect addition to your already existing collection of cosmetic bags. With three pieces of bag panel, two flap panels, and two pieces of drawstring casing, it's easy to make one for yourself or as a present for a friend. Use this DIY project guide that includes step-by-step photos for each step of the way to complete this project quickly.

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15 Cute DIY Makeup Bags

Updated on October 26, 2017

If there’s one thing we love almost as much as our makeup itself, it’s a good makeup bag. Sure, there are plenty of makeup bags that we could buy in the store, but there’s just something more satisfying about making things ourselves. Besides, the store doesn’t always have the size we need or the colour and pattern we want! That’s why we decided to track down some tutorials and learn how to make cute travel sized makeup bags ourselves.

Just in case you’d like to make your own makeup bags as well but you’re in need of a little guidance, just like we were, here are 15 of the best DIY makeup bag tutorials we’ve found so far!

1. Matching makeup bag set with contrasting zippers

Did you first start researching makeup bag tutorials because you wanted a single bag, but the more you looked, the more you realized that you’d actually benefit from more? Then we’d suggest making yourself an adorably custom matching set! We love this design from Tabitha Sewer because making two different bags in two different shapes lets us store all of our differently sized cosmetics nicely when we travel!

2. Cute origami bag

Did you love the shape and fit of the square bag option we showed you in the tutorial above but you’re just not quite sure you’re ready to tackle sewing that shape, especially with stiff interfacing involved? In that case, we have a feeling you’ll prefer this tutorial from  Anne or Shine ! While they  do show you how they sewed the bag shape you’re looking for, they also break down the steps for making a no-sew version.

3. Simple zipper top bags

Are you looking for a bag that’s actually so simple to sew that you could make many of them all at once? We loved the idea of making more than one because we thought cute little makeover kits would make great party favours at our next Ladies Night, and what’s better than giving your friends things that you actually made them yourself? Check out this great, simple cosmetic bag tutorial from Amusing MJ that shows you how to put a zipper right in at the top in just a few surprisingly easy steps.

4. Kitty cat cosmetic bag

Perhaps your personal style is a little bit more silly and novelty than a regular patterned cosmetic bag really accounts for? Don’t get us wrong, we think the bags we’ve shown you so far are totally cute, but there’s another style of makeup bag that really takes the take when it comes to making something adorable… because it’s shaped like a kitty cat! Check out how The Makeup Dummy made this simple DIY pouch that zips all the way along the bottom and is the perfect size for holding a few compacts.

5. Kiss shaped makeup bag

If you’re going to make yourself a makeup bag of your very own doing, why not run with the theme you’ve already got at hand- makeup itself? We  adore this surprisingly simple DIY kiss shaped makeup bag. We actually made one for ourselves a few weeks ago and now we feel a secret sense of accomplishment every time we take a lipstick out of it and paint our own pout to match the bag! Find out how it’s done on DIY Crafts TV.

6. Crescent shaped cosmetics bag

For a very long time, the only shape of makeup bag we would buy ourselves is the kind that widens near the top to form a sort of crescent shape. Besides fitting the makeup better inside, something about those bags also just makes them fit better in a suitcase, which is great since we’ve got a crazy case of Wanderlust! As usual, however, We like making our own things better because then we get hours of DIY fun out of it too. Check out how Style Novice made this hilarious little makeup bag covered in curly mustaches!

7. Duct tape cosmetic bag

Have you always been a pretty big fan of crafting with unconventional tools and materials and you take the opportunity to make things out of stuff they’re not usually made from at every turn? Then something tells us you’re going to absolutely  love this awesome rectangular makeup bag created from patterned duct tape! Susie even shows you how to sew in a zipper (which we didn’t even know you could do with duct tape).

8. Kawaii candy makeup bag

Have you always liked the oblong shaped makeup bags best because you like that all of your brushes and eyeliner pencils will fit inside, no matter how short or long they are? Well, here’s one that’s in the shape you’re looking for, but the  real reason we really like this design is because it’s so incredibly adorable! 2 Cats & 1 Doll guides you through the process of making a zippered bag with tapered and twisted ends that look like the way an old candy wrapper closes. We love that they added a cute applique face as well, to really drive the Kawaii style home!

9. Translucent polka dotted makeup bag

Have you been scrolling through these adorable bags and liking what you see, but also wishing you could find a tutorial that will teach you to make a see-through bag just like the ones you see in the store, since that’s what’s trending right now? You might be familiar with the basic sewing requirements to get the shape you want, but sometimes it helps to have some guidance when you’re trying those techniques out with a new material! That’s why we loved this simple translucent bag tutorial from Lia Griffith .

10. Wide bottom makeup bag

Did you like the rounded top you saw on the crescent shaped bag we showed you earlier, but you’re actually  not a big fan of the way the bag tapers at the bottom because you like to bring quite a bit of makeup with you when you travel? Then try this design that’s more of a compromise between what you like and what you need! Alma Lopez shows you the necessary steps for making a cosmetic bag that’s rounded at the mouth where the zipper sits but is still just as wide at the bottom as its widest point anywhere else. It will absolutely hold more things for those trips where you  need a range of lip colour choices!

11. Sparkly makeup bag from a pencil case

Are you  just inexperienced at sewing enough that you’re not quite comfortable with the idea of sewing your own fabric bag just yet, but you still want a closing makeup bag that’s your own creation? Then try altering a simple plastic sleeve pencil case to make it look a lot more fun and ready to hold your cosmetics! We love the way A Magical Mess used sparkly paper and ribbons to put a fun rainbow spin on their bag in a simple but effective way. This bag will stop cosmetics from leaking in your suitcase even better than a fabric one would!

12. Vintage inspired cylinder makeup bag

Are you quite experienced at sewing and ready to tackle things like rounded shapes and filled layers? In that case, we have a feeling this beautifully vintage looking cylindrically shaped cosmetics bag is the perfect project for you! Handmadiya guides you through the process of cutting the right shapes, sewing the layers together, and affixing the zipper. We love the way that the embroidered fabric they chose makes the whole thing look old fashioned. Your taller cosmetics, like foundations and primers, will fit right in without having to lay sideways!

13. A simple bag made two ways

Do you have a feeling that you’re  almost prepared to make your own cosmetic bag right now, but you could still use a little more information and direction when it comes to actually choosing the techniques you’ll use? In that case, here’s an easy tutorial that’s 2-for-1! Bobeentina gives you a great tutorial that shows you how to make your bag with a simple seam  or with an inner lining that hides the seam edges, in case you’re more advanced.

14. Patched makeup bag from old jeans

Whenever you do a DIY project that’s completely from scratch, do you try to also make it an upcycling venture whenever you can? Well, we often do the same thing, so we can’t say we blame you! That’s why we loved this adorable patched denim bag tutorial from MsJennyBee18 so much; they show you how to make the bag using cut sections of old jeans that you don’t wear anymore! Once you’re done the basic bag construction itself, they also show you how to apply some cute floral appliques for a little extra style.

15. Leather makeup bag with studs

Is your personal style a little more edgy than a lot of the cutesy designs we’ve shown you on our list so far? Then here’s the tutorial you’ve been waiting for all along! AK Workshop shows you how to make a longer cosmetic bag with rounded corners, but their steps are specifically for working with faux leather, which is great because that can be a much different sewing experience than most fabrics. Perhaps the best part, however, is that once you’ve finished making the bag itself, they also who you how to stud the sides to give it some extra style.

Do you know a makeup lover who’s also a DIY enthusiast with some sewing skills under their belt? Share this post with them to help them get crafty  and keep their cosmetics safe and organized!

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DIY Roll Up Makeup Bag

• Post author: sewingtimes
• Post published: June 24, 2021
• Post category: DIY Zipper Pouch Tutorial / Handmade Bag Tutorial / Pouch Bag Tutorial

This Roll Up Makeup Bag is keeping everything organized, and it’s compact too. From the outside, it’s a bag with a handle, but unroll it, and it turns into a magic carpet! It opens to reveal four separate, zippered compartments, which make it easy to organize the products within. Just follow the step-by-step instructions and you will have your own Travel Makeup Bag.

Travel Cosmetic Organizer Bag Tutorial

The finished measurements of this bag are approximately 10¾″(27㎝) W × 6″(15㎝) H × 6″(15㎝) D.

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Seam allowances are 3/8″ unless otherwise specified.

Let's get started!!

To make this you will need:.

Outer layer ( quilting cotton ) – 1 yard 1   10¾″ × 25½″(27㎝ × 64.5㎝) 4   10¾″ × 12⅜″(27㎝ × 31.1㎝) 2   6⅞″ × 6⅞″(17.3㎝ × 17.3㎝) 1   10¾″ × 3¼″(27㎝ × 8㎝) 1   1¼″ × 16″(3㎝ × 40㎝)

Lining ( quilting cotton ) – 1yard 1   10¾″ × 25½″(27㎝ × 64.5㎝) 4   10¾″ × 12⅜″(27㎝ × 31.1㎝) 2   6⅞″ × 6⅞″(17.3㎝ × 17.3㎝)

Interfacing (Mid-weight woven – Pellon SF-101 Shape Flex’ or ‘Vilene G700’) 2   10¾″ × 25½″(27㎝ × 64.5㎝) 4   10¾″ × 12⅜″(27㎝ × 31.1㎝) 2   6⅞″ × 6⅞″(17.3㎝ × 17.3㎝) 1   10″ × 3¼″(25㎝ × 8㎝)

Zipper 4   10″(25㎝)

1⅝″(4㎝) Wide Bias tape – 197½″(500㎝)

9   Hook and Loop 7″(17.5㎝)

The pattern for making this can be drawn by yourself by watching my YouTube video.

Attach the hook and loop to the location shown in the video.

Face the wrong sides of the outer and lining of the cover of the bag. And attach bias tape to the edges.

Cut the 2 square fabric diagonally to make 8 pieces of triangle.

Place the zipper right sides together on top of the outer layer. Place the lining on top of the zip. Sew with an allowance of about 3/8″. Open out, press pieces away from the zipper.

Attach the other side of the zip the same way. Open out, press pieces away from and top stitch on both 1/8” away from the zipper.

Place one side of the triangular piece of fabric on the zipper panel and sew.

Open the zipper and turn it over so that the inside side is visible. And sew the rest of the triangle to the zipper panel.

Apply a bias binding to the triangular side.

Now 4 zipper pouches are ready.

Place the zipper pouch on the inside of the bag cover and roll the cover to complete the bag.

YOU ARE FINISHED!

Happy sewing!

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7+ Really Useful Diy Travel Accessories to Sew

By Damjana Jakos • Last updated on Jun 13, 2024 • This post may contain affiliate links.

These free patterns will make your next trip so much easier!

Are you too, eager to get back to travel? Summer break is on my mind and I've been googling lovely getaway locations for our family (got a few planned actually) and now that's still plenty of time between now and then, I've pulled out my best travel patterns that I can revisit and sew.

I will admit that when I think of travel, I first think of what to sew for it. A fun travel sewing project will definitely put me in a summer travel mood! Here are more than 7 super useful items will definitely want to sew up before your next travel.

Also, these free travel sewing patterns will make your vacation easier : a storage bag, a free sleep mask pattern, tons of zipper pouches and jewelry storage bags, a backpack, a little sewing kit, a hat, even a hiking DIY water bottle carrier that will keep you hydrated anywhere you go!

These patterns are super popular right now:

• This perfect tote pattern is free
• Never travel without this little diy cell phone purse ! 
• Keep your phone cords and charger in these diy drawstring bags

Diy Travel Accessories

Before you start your next traveling adventure, make yourself a few diy travel accessories you'll love. These just might quickly become the top priority on your list to sew!

I'm listing several super useful items you can sew for your next trip: a hat, a sleep mask, a makeup pouch, and a few practical diy travel storage items with free patterns and tutorials. They will all make your vacation or travel for the holidays so much cozier!

Diy Shoe Storage Bag

If you only have time to sew one item from this list, then choose this free shoe storage pouch pattern ! It's a brilliant solution to store anything and everything on your vacation: in addition to keeping your shoes away from your clothes, it will also home your other travel gear like electronics or cables, it can serve as a great first aid kit, and think how brilliant it would be to store individual types of apparel in separate pouches - never search for socks again! Head over to the shoe travel pouch tutorial and grab the pattern in 3 sizes for FREE !  

Travel Jewelery Organizer

No more searching for your earrings and a matching necklace - and no more tangled mess! I made this cute jewelry pouch to organize my jewelry when traveling. And I thought you might use it too, so I made a pattern for it - tutorial HERE .

My BEST Free Water Bottle Bag Pattern

What a great beginner-friendly sewing idea for summer travel, get the free water bottle bag pattern now - and keep hydrated!

Sleep Mask - FREE PATTERN

Sew your own diy sleep mask using the free sewing pattern and  make it easier to relax  on any trip!

Eyeglasses Case Sewing Pattern

Never scratch your sunglasses again, with this cute and handy eyeglasses case to sew . This is a generously sized free pouch pattern for sunglasses with a wide opening (I call it easy-out pocket) - it will also fit larger sunglasses, and I can even use it as a phone pouch for my smartphone. Yay!

Small Jewelry Storage Pouch

Packing jewelry and want it to be totally safe - and in separate compartments? Use these mini pouches to store them separately, and put them into a larger pouch (see below). You'll always have a safe way to quickly store your earrings on the go - so practical! Grab the free pattern for the  smallest pouch you'll ever make  - and make them in matching prints with the next one:

Convenient Travel Cosmetic Bag Tutorial

An easy travel cosmetic bag to hold all the makeup you need on vacation. It comes with a free template you can use to make a bag with 4 small interior slip pockets and a main compartment - an easy and simple design you can make fit any style.

Boxy Makeup Zipper Pouch - Free Pattern

Need something more 'boxy'? Here's how to sew the perfect small boxy zipper pouch you can use in a gazillion of things. Makeup too! - Free pattern in 2 sizes.

My best drawstring Backpack

Make a cute diy backpack using this free drawstring backpack pattern . Choose between two sizes and sew your perfect diy travel backpack!

Tiny Travel Sewing Case (Emergency Sewing Set!)

Clever, practical and tiny! This small diy sewing case is easy and quick to make, and always good to have as an emergency sewing kit. It will house your sewing needle and a few safety pins, and a spare button you might need on your next trip. Take a look at the free tutorial.

Even More Diy Travel Accessories

There are never enough practical diy ideas for travel. I'll be on the lookout for more, and will be adding them to this list. Make sure to follow along, and right now here's one more pouch you might like to have, for anything you can think of:

You can never have enough zipper pouches when you are traveling, on vacation, or at home. This one is easy to make and you can use it for just anything - makeup pouch, first-aid kit, USB key storage and a cable tidy, even for storing your sleep mask! It will keep it safely separated from the rest of your stuff. Get your free round-bottom zipper pouch pattern .

• also, try this bucket hat with 5 free sizes
• or make this huge messenger bag to tote a lot of things around.

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June 15, 2022 at 3:52 pm

I've made most of these patterns and I LOVE them! The shoe bag is FANTASTIC! I made 4 of them for a friend. She hung them up in her vacation closet to keep them up and away. I also made the eyeglass case, the cinch jewelry pouch and the boxed zipper pouch. I love AGC patterns. Thanks for making easy to follow patterns that turn out BEAUTIFUL every single time! You make me look good. 🙂

March 01, 2022 at 5:29 pm

Thank you so much for these lovely patterns.

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June 27, 2021 at 5:01 pm

Thank you for these wonderful patterns Damjana! We are RV shopping so I am about to begin making storage pieces for our dishes, glasses & so on..the fold down basket set is going to be perfect for sure. Do you have any other recommendations for RVer's out there?

August 26, 2020 at 11:50 am

Thanks! Some really lovely projects here for me to try. Really appreciate it!

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Ruth, you're welcome. I'd love to see what you sew up, tag me or add #applegreencottage if you post a photo anywhere! <3 Damjana

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Hello Thank you for the patterns.

Have a nice day Josée

August 25, 2020 at 10:15 pm

Josée hi, you're welcome. Enjoy!

August 25, 2020 at 3:16 pm

Thank you for the wonderful patterns!

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Jackie hi, means a lot, thank you! Happy sewing,

August 06, 2019 at 2:39 pm

I LOVE your ideas! Since I am a fairly new seamstress, they are perfect for me to start with!

August 06, 2019 at 2:58 pm

Happy to hear that <3 Happy sewing,

Sandra@Frogs-and-Faires

June 15, 2016 at 10:05 am

These are awesome ideas, Damjana! 🙂 Now in REALLY need to learn how to sew. 😛

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DIY Round Drawstring Makeup Bag (VIDEO)

The trend is for round drawstring makeup bags these days. They are so much easier than cosmetics pouches where you have to dig for what you need. With the circular drawstring cosmetics bag you simply loosen the drawstring, flatten in out and you have everything in plain view to use as you wish. This DIY makeup bag comes with an optional carry handle and flip over tab to keep it safely closed. What a winner!

Follow our easy step by step tutorial to make this round drawstring makeup bag, for yourself and as gifts for teenage girls, and friends.

Below you will find my step by step written tutorial how to sew a makeup bag with VIDEO instructions for all the visual learners.

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Table of Contents

• 1 How to make a makeup bag
• 2 Round drawstring bag supplies and tools
• 3.1 DRAWSTRING MAKEUP BAG VIDEO TUTORIAL
• 3.2 DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag INSTRUCTIONS:
• 3.3 Cut the fabrics:
• 3.4 STEP 1: Make the tab
• 3.5 STEP 2: Topstitch the tab
• 3.6 STEP 3: Stitch tab to the outer layer
• 3.7 STEP 4: Add the bias tape
• 3.8 STEP 5: Sew
• 3.9 STEP 6: Assemble
• 3.10 STEP 7: Topstitch around the round makeup bag
• 3.11 STEP 8: Insert the cord through the channel
• 3.12 STEP 9: Sew on the velcro pieces
• 3.13 STEP 10: (OPTIONAL) Add a handle
• 4 DIY Makeup Bag FAQs:

How to make a makeup bag

Round drawstring bag supplies and tools.

• fabric – 2 pieces of 100% tightly woven  cotton  (one main, one lining)
• 60″ single fold bias tape (or make your own)
• 80″ silk drawstring
• 1/2″ wide velcro piece
• matching thread
• scissors (or rotary cutter and a cutting mat )
• ruler or measuring tape
• iron and ironing board
• sewing clips or pins
• sewing machine

How to Sew a makeup bag

Watch the diy makeup bag video first and then follow the written step by step instructions below. Please enjoy and don’t forget to Like and SUBSCRIBE over on YouTube to be kept up to date with new videos as they come out.

DRAWSTRING MAKEUP BAG VIDEO TUTORIAL

DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag INSTRUCTIONS:

Cut the fabrics:.

for the bag:

• 16″ (40cm) circle out of main fabric
• 16″ (40cm)  circle out of lining

for the tab:

3 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ (9 x 16.5cm) – cut 2 pieces out of main fabric

You’ll also need

• 60″ (152.5 cm) single fold bias tape
• 80″ (200cm) silk drawstring
• 1.5″ long, 1/2″ wide velcro piece (3.5cm long x 1.5 cm wide)

for the optional handle: 3 by 7 inches (7.5 x 17.5cm) out of main fabric

For those who asked for a downloadable makeup bag pattern: you don’t really need a PDF drawstring makeup bag pattern, because it’s basically 2 circles of fabric, and all you need is the cut list above. I’m a strong believer in sustainability and I try to reduce paper waste as much as possible.

STEP 1: Make the tab

Create the tab to fasten the drawstring makeup bag first. Cut out the shape from the fabric rectangles by just rounding the top corners.

Place the two pieces right side to right side and stitch right round, leaving a gap of two inches on one of the long sides. Make tiny V cuts into the fabric on the curve so it will lie flat when turned, making sure not to cut too close to the stitch line.

(optional) If you want the tab to be more sturdy, add fusible interfacing before rounding the corners. Iron on the fusible interlining to the wrong side of one of the pieces.

STEP 2: Topstitch the tab

Turn the tab the right way out, poking out the corners and press flat, turning in the raw edges at the opening by ¼ inch and pressing flat. Top stitch all around the edges.

STEP 3: Stitch tab to the outer layer

Take the circular piece of outer fabric of the make-up bag and measure 3 inches from the edge, ensuring the edge of the tab is placed straight on the fabric. The curved bit will be projecting beyond the edge of the fabric. Sew the tab in place on the short straight side, back tacking at the start and finish.

STEP 4: Add the bias tape

Take the bias binding and open it out at the ends, pressing a ½ inch (12mm) fold over on both ends of the tape and stitch ¼ inch (6mm) from the edge so as the drawstring moves it doesn’t pull out a frayed edge. Open the tape so the two raw edges are placed facing the raw edge of the lining circle, with the fold facing the inner part of the circular fabric. Pin the one end in place, pin all around the bag and at the end , pin the other end of the bias tape ½ inch (12mm) away from the other end.

STEP 5: Sew

Stitch the bias tape to the lining right around the edge.

STEP 6: Assemble

Place the outer piece of the makeup bag fabric with the right side facing the right side of the lining. Make sure the tab you stitched on the outer piece is folded into the center of the fabric so it does not get caught up when sewing the edge, and line up the section where the tab is with the ½ inch (12mm) gap left in the bias binding. Now pin right round, leaving a 2 to 3-inch (5-7cm) gap anywhere on the circle, except where the gap is in the bias binding – you want to sew that section closed.

STEP 7: Topstitch around the round makeup bag

Stitch right around the edge so the inner and outer are stitched together and the bias binding is inside the circle. When you are done turn the right way out, poking out the circle so it all lies flat and the drawstring casing formed by the bias binding is outside.

STEP 8: Insert the cord through the channel

Thread the drawstring through the casing and finish with a bead or a knot so the drawstring does not pull back into the casing.

STEP 9: Sew on the velcro pieces

Pull up the drawstring, flap over the tab and see where you should place the Velcro to secure the tab, using an erasable pen make a mark on the inner side of the tab, and a corresponding one on the bag, spread out the drawstring and stitch the matching bits of Velcro neatly to the tab and the bag, so the flap stays closed.

If you don’t need a handle, your bag is not complete. If you want to add a handle, proceed with the next, final step.

STEP 10: (OPTIONAL) Add a handle

If you want to attach an optional handle this can be done. Simply cut a piece of fabric 3 by 7 inches (7.5 x 17.5cm), fold in half, right side to right side along the longer side, and sew closed leaving an opening of 1 ½ inches (3cm) on the open long side. Trim excess fabric by cutting across the corners.

Turn out through the opening and poke out the corners so it lies flat then press, tucking under the raw edges of the opening and top stitch all the way around 1/8 inch(3mm) from the edge.

Loosen the drawstring of the bag and place the handle on either side of the tab where it is stitched to the makeup bag. Measure carefully so the ends of the handle are in line with the stitch line of the tab and on either side of it. Mark a one-inch square on either side of the tab. Place one end of the handle over it and stitching through both the outer and the lining, attach by sewing right around the edge of the one-inch square and make a stitched X through the middle so it won’t come loose. Repeat with the other side of the handle.

That’s it – your drawstring makeup bag is ready! Load it up with make up, pull up the drawstring, place it in your handbag and you are ready to go!

DIY Makeup Bag FAQs:

Q: Can I use a PVC for the lining of the bag?

A: This is not advisable as you will see the seams from the inside, and it will make the bag too stiff. Rather use a dark fabric that will not show up marks should any make-up spill on it, and wash regularly.

Q: Can I make the bag with a double drawstring?

A: Yes, you can by cutting the bias binding into half – so you have two equal lengths. Open out, fold over and secure both ends of the two halves. Fold the lining circle in half and mark on either side of the circle and attach bias binding as you did for the single drawstring, except this time you will be leaving ½ inch open at the marks you have placed ( ¼ inch on either side of the mark. Thread a drawstring through the top half of the binding and another through the bottom half. Simply draw up both ends on one side and secure with a bead or knot, then repeat on the other side.

The circular drawstring makeup bag is so much more convenient to use as you can lay everything out in one spot, apply make-up, and simply draw up the string and stash, instead of poking around in the dark recesses of zippered make up bags. It’s also super easy to wash and dry, so you always have a clean round makeup bag. They make great gifts too – especially if you add in a couple of make-up items. To get more exciting sewing ideas directly in your in-box just hit the subscribe button below.

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Hi, Helen! This time I am the clueless reader who can’t find the download for your drawstring make-up bag! Can you help me?

You are right this will make a cute Christmas gift!. Sorry to take up your precious creative time… ZL

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Hi Zuzanna, it’s my bad! I’ve been meaning to make a pattern, but decided against it. All you need are two 16 inch circles of fabrics (one main, one lining) and two rectangles 3.5 x 6.5″ each for the tab. Then you just round off the edges of the small fabric pieces. That’s it

Thank-you, so much, Helen! Wishing you a lovely day with the perfect mix of sunshine and cooling breeze. ZL

Thank you very much for your participation and linking your blog posts to SeniorSalon

It’s my pleasure, Esme. Thank you so much for commenting

Such a great tutorial, I love a photo tutorial myself and your step by step pics are perfect and so clear, thanks.

That’s just awesome, Julie! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! I love your handmade project too

Lovely to see you back, hope all is well. I’ve been meaning to make one of these for a while now. Thanks for joining in with #pocolo

Hi Ruby, thank you for the encouraging message. I’ve been super busy with my blog lately and some big renovations at home, which meant very limited screen time for other fun activities. I’m glad you are inspired by my recipes.

Hi Helen 🙂 This is another great project. Your tutorial posts always make sewing seem so easy! Thank you for linking up at our weekly Link Party! You are being featured at our Wednesday Party #415 this week. Here’s the direct link to the post in case you’d like to share your feature: https://oombawkadesigncrochet.com/2021/09/fishermans-lamp-round-drawstring-bag-ear-pods-holder-link-party-415.html All the best, Rhondda

Wow, thanks for the feature, Rhondda! I really need to catch up and I’ll definitely share the feature – I’m honored that you picked my pattern as a favorite

These look super cute! Thanks for sharing with #PoCoLo

Great to hear that, Stephanie! Thank you for your lovely comments.

Such incredible advice from so many awesome sources! I love it!

Aren’t these makeup bags the best! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Corey!

Thank you so much for this pattern. I have not yet seen one of these types of bags with a handle! Too cute

Thank you for your compliments! A handle is really convenient on this bag. I hope you’ll love all the projects that you will try.

Made the bag according to the instructions. I am perplexed, however, as the drawstrings don’t close the hole in the bag so stuff can still fall out. What did I do wrong?

I’m not sure you did anything wrong. There is still a small hole on top by design, so you can push the loose end of the drawstring inside. This also keeps the stuff from falling.

Thanks, Helen, for this tutorial. This came over a few weeks ago and I saved it to make later. It’s going under my needle today for a granddaughter for Christmas. I’d better get to it!

That’s so great to hear, Susanne! It sounds like you have a new favorite! I hope your granddaughter loved it

Hi Helen, I am loving this bag, finding it difficult to cut a proper circle, any ideas I may use? Thanks.

Yeah, you can use this method – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aohr0LfmRHY&list=PLnYujzwy9m3wyuViclcfgwK_ec0KGZYXZ&index=76

Hello, thanks for this great tutorial and idea, my only question is what is the size of the circle, 16 in. diameter (from one side to the other)? Love the idea of stuffing the cord inside and having a flap to keep everything in. Saludos, L.

Fab project! I have one of these (not handmade) and it holds so much makeup! I love your design. 🙂 #MMBC.

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Easy Travel Makeup Bag Sewing Tutorial

This easy travel makeup bag is so cute, you’ll want to make one for everyone you know! I love the monster print fabric I used for the outside of the bag. And of course, this bag can be used as a pencil case or coin purse, as well. Happy crafting!

Tools and materials:

• Outer fabric
• Lining fabric
• Interfacing fabric
• 9-inch zipper
• Pins or clips
• Fabric chalk or pen
• Sewing machine

Cut fabric and interfacing

I cut one piece of outer fabric, one piece of lining fabric, and one piece of interfacing, each of which was 23 centimeters (9 inches) long, and 33 centimeters (13 inches) wide.

I also cut two small pieces from the same fabric I used for the lining, each one 6 centimeters (2.5 inches) long and 8 centimeters (3 inches) wide. 

Iron the interfacing onto the outer fabric

I laid the interfacing fabric on the wrong side of the outer fabric piece and ironed it on. 

Layer the zipper between the fabric pieces

Next, I turned my outer fabric so the right side was facing me, and laid the zipper along one edge, right side facing the fabric. On top of that, I layered the lining fabric. 

Then I clipped everything in place. 

Sew the zipper into the fabric

To sew the zipper into the fabric, I opened the zipper partway and sewed along the outer edge of the fabric until the point where the zipper was still closed. Then, I closed the zipper back up and continued sewing along the edge of the fabric until the end. 

Pin the fabric to the second side of the zipper

Next, I flipped the lining fabric behind the outer fabric, so the zipper was exposed. I opened the zipper partially, then folded the outer fabric upwards and pinned it to the farther, unsewn edge of the zipper.

Then I flipped the whole thing over, so the lining fabric was facing me. 

I folded the lining fabric up, and pinned it to the unsewn edge of the zipper, as well.

Sew it in place

Once again, I sewed along the edge until I reached the point where the zipper was closed. Then I zipped the zipper up all the way and continued to sew till the end.

Arrange the fabric 

Once the zipper was sewn in place, I rearranged the fabric pieces so the outer fabric was on the outside and the lining was on the inside, instead of being folded side-by-side. 

Then I flipped it so the lining was on the outside and the outer fabric was on the inside. 

Snip the corners

I cut a very small piece off the corners of the outer fabric.

Put the zipper in the middle and pin

Next, I folded the fabric so the zipper ran down the middle, instead of along one edge, and pinned all the layers of fabric together on either side.

Fold the small fabric pieces

Next, I moved on to the small pieces of fabric I had cut. I folded the shorter edges of each rectangle inwards about 1 centimeter (half an inch) and ironed it flat.

Then I folded it down the middle, so the ironed edges were opposite the fold, and pressed it flat.

Step: Sew down the edges

I sewed along both long edges of the rectangle.

Fold the tabs and insert them between the outer fabric

I folded the tabs so the raw edges met, and then placed the folded tab beneath the zipper, between the two layers of outer fabric, so the folded edge was on the inside, and all the raw edges were aligned. I pinned both tabs in place and sewed them down.

Mark and pin the corners

In each of the four corners of the bag, I marked a 7.5 centimeter (3 inches) line and pinned the edges down.

Sew down the corners

Then I sewed along the line I had just drawn across each corner. Once I had finished sewing, I cut a very small piece off each corner.

Turn it right side out

Then all I had to do was flip the bag right side out, and it was complete!

This bag is ridiculously adorable. I love it so much! I hope you enjoyed this tutorial, and I’d love to see how your makeup bag projects turn out.

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24 Budget Friendly DIY Makeup Bag Ideas

Makeup is an art. It is not only about looking pretty, but it gives that finishing touch to your outfit. It gives you the confidence to face the world. So, you have to take care of your makeup kit and carry it with you wherever you go. Since makeup is an essential thing in most girls’ life, the problem of how to organize your kits is common. The answer is pretty simple: with good quality and sturdy makeup bag! If you feel you need one but don’t know how to make one or what kind of materials to use, you have come to the right place. Today, we are going to share some DIY Makeup Bag Ideas that teach you how to make your own makeup bag. From simple designs to fanciful ones, a good makeup bag can be a great gift to yourself or friends as well.

This article will show you 24 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas that require minimal effort and give you an intelligent design and durable construction for years to come. With the suitable materials, skills, and motivation, you will be able to create a very chic travel accessory that can do more than just store your makeup products. They can also be used as a cosmetic bag or handbag with multiple pockets if you wish so. These plans are guaranteed to be valuable and durable; they will last longer than any other bag on the market!

Makeup Bag Sewing Pattern DIY

Have you ever wanted to make your own makeup bag, but you don't know how? Well, today is your lucky day! We will show you how to make a makeup bag sewing pattern DIY. First, you'll need some fabric. You can use anything from old shirts and pants to pillowcases and sheets. It depends on what kind of look you want for your bag. Then, cut the fabric into pieces using a Cricut maker. Once all the cuts are done, start sewing them together and make sure you press them to make them smooth. Now that your bag is ready fill it with your favorite beauty products and go out there and slay!

DIY Cosmetic Case

It's a cosmetic case made with a free sewing pattern, and once you have the pattern, you just gather all the materials needed and start cutting the fabric according to the pattern. The great thing about this project is that it primarily uses materials you can find at home, so if you don't have a sewing machine or just want something simple and quick to make, then this is the way to go. We hope that you guys like this DIY, and please let us know if there is anything else we can provide for you!

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DIY Makeup Bag With Vinyl Lining

This tutorial will show you how to make a makeup bag with vinyl lining. You can use this project as a template for making other kinds of bags as well—just change the design and size of the pattern!

Materials needed: fabric, fusible fleece, D-string, basic sewing kits, zipper. Cut the fabric into pieces and line it with the fusible fleece. Then attach a zipper and make the wrist strap.

This project is easy enough for beginners and challenging enough for experienced sewers. If you've never sewn before or haven't done much sewing lately, don't worry! We've got you covered with some tips for getting started and working through common problems. We also have a video tutorial if you'd prefer to watch us do all the hard work for you!

DIY Makeup Pouch Bag

First, you need to prepare all the materials required for making your dress. Then, cut your fabrics and lining into pieces. If you are using denim fabric for making your dress, then it is essential for you to pre-wash it before cutting it into pieces since denim does not shrink after washing it. After doing this, sew a big piece of main fabric with the lining fabric so that both of them become one piece. Now, take out your sewing machine and sew along the edge until you reach the endpoint where you began sewing on one side; turn around and sew back again until you get another endpoint where we started sewing; do this until all edges are sewn completely together with each other's help!

DIY Makeup Bag With zipping

A DIY makeup bag with zipping is a great gift idea for your loved ones. You can make it as a birthday gift or a Christmas gift. Making your makeup bag will save you money, and also you can customize it according to your choice. You can make it in any color, shape, and size. If you follow this step-by-step tutorial, you will be able to make a DIY makeup bag with zipping quickly.

DIY Stylish Makeup Bag

This stylish makeup bag is perfect for storing cosmetics and toiletries in your bathroom, bedroom closet, or vanity. It can also be used to store small items such as jewelry, keys, and hair accessories. This is a great way to reuse jeans you'd otherwise throw away. The bag is lightweight but sturdy and stands up on its own. Its perfect design makes it easy to carry when traveling by train, plane, or automobile. This DIY is so simple that anyone can make it.

DIY Beginners Cosmetic Bag

Are you looking for a way to make your own cosmetic bag? If yes, then you're in the right place. We'll show you how to make a DIY cosmetic bag. This tutorial will teach you how to make a perfect cosmetic bag for storing your make-up products on the go. Start by gathering the materials required for the bag. Once the materials are ready, first cut the fabrics and sew them together. Then, attach the zipper, and you're good to go. You can easily make your own cosmetic bag by following this tutorial.

DIY Travel Makeup Bag

In this DIY guide, we will make a travel makeup bag that can be used for all your favorite beauty products and tools. Materials needed: Fabric, zipper, chalk, ruler, sewing machine, and pins. Cut the strap. Lay the bag panel and the lining together and attach a zipper to it. Sew the bag up and make the strap. You can decorate it with glitter paint or sequins to add a little extra flair to your new makeup bag!

DIY Makeup Bag

Being a girl, you just need more storage for your makeup and other stuff. If you want to make a cute, beautiful, and creative DIY makeup bag, this article would be helpful to you. In it, we will share with you the steps to make a DIY makeup bag with a zipper. You can get any size of canvas fabric that is suitable for you and follow these instructions to create your own makeup pouch.

DIY Cosmetic Pouch

You can make this pouch by yourself. You just need to know how to sew with your hand, or if you have a sewing machine, this project is even easier. Cut two pieces of fabric for the inner and outer surfaces of the bag each, attach them interfering and then attach a zipper. This will give you an adorable cosmetic bag that is entirely unique and one of a kind!

Easy Cosmetics Bag Pattern

The first step to making a cosmetic bag is to gather the materials required for it. You will need:

Fabric for the lining, outer fabric, and interfacing (2 pieces of each)

Sewing machine

Once you have all these things together, you can begin to make your cosmetic bag. It's straightforward! Just follow these steps:

1. Chat the fabric and lining to pieces and attach interfacing to the pieces.

2. Lay the lining and the utter fabric together and attach a zipper to it.

DIY Clear Makeup Bag

Get ready to take your makeup bag to the next level! This DIY clear makeup bag is not only a great way to add some flare to your everyday routine, but it's also super easy to make. The materials needed for this project include a clear makeup bag, adhesive vinyl letters, and a keychain. Cut out a phrase from the vinyl letters and adhere them to the side of the clear bag. After this, attach the keychain, and you're good to go. Now that you've got this great new addition to your beauty routine, head on over and do it yourself!

DIY Quilted Makeup Bag

Have you ever wanted a quilted makeup bag to store all your favorite makeup? Look no further. This DIY quilted makeup bag is the perfect addition to any woman's collection. It's made from fabric, needle felted batting, fusible interfacing, and a zipper. You can create one for yourself or as a gift! First, measure and cut your fabric into a square. Next, press on the interfacing to the fabric—this will give it extra support so that your pieces don't sag or droop when they're stuffed with all of your favorite products. Once that's done, sew the zipper onto the top and bottom of your piece.

DIY Makeup Bag With Zipper

In this tutorial, we will make a makeup bag with a zipper. You need fabric, contrasting fabric, plausible fleece, interfacing, zipper, and pins to do this project. Start by making the tabs at the sides of the bag. Then cut and line the bag panel by putting the fabrics together. After that, take interfacing and place it on one side of the bag panel. Take your zipper and place it on top of that interfaced side and pin it in place, then stitch around with your machine where they meet. Then attach another tab onto each end of the other side of your bag by folding over just as you did before and stitching down again.

How To Sew A Makeup Bag

This video guide will teach you how to make a makeup bag in just a few steps. This makeup bag is made out of two pieces of fabric, two pieces of lining fabric, and a zipper. The interfacing makes the foremost fabric sturdy while sewing. Pad the bottom sides with your hands to get an excellent shape and create a firm base for your bag. Pick the size you like and start sewing around the center line to create your beautiful makeup bag!

This project is for you when you want a simple and adorable bag to carry your makeup. This makeup bag can be made in just a few hours, though it does take some experience with a sewing machine. All you need is a sewing machine and a few other tools, and you are ready to go. If you are interested in learning how to sew a makeup bag, then keep watching because this video tutorial will help you do just that!

Creating a makeup bag is super easy with this DIY tutorial. You'll need just a few basic supplies like your favorite fabric, foam, and sewing machine. Then all you have to do is cut out your fabric pieces and attach the zipper. The final result is an accent piece for any room of your house, not to mention a great place to stash all your beauty products. Follow this tutorial and make this simple DIY makeup bag for yourself or a loved one.

DIY Miniature Makeup Bag

Ideal for a weekend getaway, a day at the beach, or any time you need to look great and have all your makeup with you. This DIY Makeup Bag is not only cute and stylish but also highly functional. The removable inner pouch can hold toothbrushes, makeup brushes, and other accessories. Everything is easy to find because it stays in one place, so you don't have to waste time searching through your bag.

DIY Makeup Travel Bag

Learn how to make a DIY makeup bag that is super easy to make and simple materials. This travel bag will keep your beauty products safe while traveling, so you don't have to worry about them opening or spilling in your suitcase or purse. You'll love how this bag can hold all of your personal products with ease wherever your next adventure takes you. Moreover, this DIY makeup bag is an excellent idea for gifting!

DIY Cosmetic Bag

Do it yourself! It's easier than you think to make your own cosmetic bag. It would be best to have a zipper, lining fabric, interfacing, and ruler. Simply cut all the pieces for the top and bottom panels and then the sides panels. Attach them together by serging or sewing on a regular sewing machine. Add a handle if desired. The sky is the limit with this project!

DIY Makeup Bag Pattern

This makeup bag is made out of three different fabrics: main fabric, coordinating fabric and lining. You'll need two pieces of each. Cut one report from each fabric, then cut two pieces from either of the two fabrics. Take one piece from the main fabric and one piece from the coordinating fabric, then sew them together side by side. The seam makes it smooth and attaches a zipper to the edge. Repeat this for all four pieces, then iron down all seams to look nice and flat. You're done! Now go find someone you want to give this precious gift too!

If you are planning to make your own makeup bag, here's a quick tutorial so you get the job done in no time. Materials needed for this project include fabric and lining fabric, scissors, matching thread, pins, a ruler, and a sewing machine. Cut the fabric and lining into pieces. First, sew the lining to the zipper, then sew the main fabric. After this, stitch upsides with one-inch seam allowance, and finally, sew together seam allowance with zigzag stitches.

DIY Leather Makeup Bag For Biker

Make some custom leather accessories for your home and for yourself. We've designed a leather makeup bag that's perfect for the bikers in your life or just as an accessory to keep all of your small essentials in one place. The materials are simple: soft leather, spikes and zippers, waxed cord to tie it all together, and lining material. It's super easy and quick to make, and the result is so cute that you'll probably want to carry it with you everywhere.

DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag

Make your own drawstring cosmetic bag using a few easy-to-find items. This bag has a large opening that is ideal for storing cosmetics, toiletries, or other small items. Start by pressing the interface to the wrong side of the flap panels, then put the two pieces together and sew around the edges. Next, make a drawstring casing with cord stoppers using a few pieces of cord, fabric glue, and thread. Finally, attach velcro to one side of each panel, so you can close or open them as you like.

Conclusion:

This list of stunning DIY makeup bag ideas is perfect for organizing your things and making them easy to find. These adorable makeup bags can be created with just a few supplies and can be personalized with fun ribbon and stencils.

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24 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas

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Having a good makeup bag is one of the essential things in most women’s life. You may think every woman has tons of brushes, eye pencils, lipsticks, and other makeup accessories. However, many women neglect the power of a makeup bag. You may have the best makeup in the world, but your things might not be as organized as you would want them to be without a good makeup bag. We have decided to put together this article on some of the most beautiful DIY Makeup Bag Ideas that you can work on this weekend and make your life easier. Check them out below and make sure that you choose the one that really tickles your fancy.

Handmade Makeup Bag

The following are 24 DIY Makeup Bag Ideas to help you create the perfect makeup bag for yourself or someone else. It is pretty easy if you follow these simple steps. You will find excellent makeup bag plans that are very affordable, and you don’t have to worry about spending a fortune on those. These DIY makeup bags can help you get that organized look. Whether you choose an easy-to-assemble pouch or a chic clutch bag, these little handmade wonders prove that carrying your makeup has never been so stylish!

Makeup Bag Sewing Pattern DIY

After you finish making your own makeup bag, you'll feel like a true sewing queen. You already have the most important materials in your house: all you'll need is some fabric, a washable fabric pen, an easy press, prayer, and some sewing kits! First, lay the cutting mat on the floor and place the fabric. Then cut the fabric into pieces using a Cricut maker. Once all the cuts are done, start sewing them together and ensure you press them to make them smooth at every step along the way. You'll have a makeup bag that's all yours in no time!

DIY Cosmetic Case

You're going to love this DIY cosmetic case! It's perfect for carrying your makeup, toiletries, and other essentials in your purse or bag. It is a straightforward sewing project, but it does come with a free sewing pattern that you can download here. Once you have the pattern, gather all the materials needed and start cutting the fabric according to the pattern. The instructions are simple enough that even if you don't know how to sew, there are pictures of each step so that you won't get lost along the way!

DIY Makeup Bag With Vinyl Lining

This DIY makeup bag is exactly what you need to keep your makeup and other necessities organized when you're on the go. With a few simple steps, you'll have everything in one place, and it'll be easy to find what you need so that when you're headed out, you can just grab your bag and go—so long as you don't forget your keys! Follow simple steps to make yourself.

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DIY Makeup Pouch Bag

To make this Makeup Pouch Bag, you'll need the following materials:

1. White fabric for the bag and lining

3. Elastic or any other material to make handles

4. Scissors, pins, needle, and thread

5. Tailor's chalk

6. Measuring tape

Firstly, cut the fabric and lining into pieces as required. Then, sew a big piece of the main fabric to the lining fabric to make the bag panel. After this, make the inner section of the bag and make the handle strap before sewing it all together to complete your Makeup Pouch Bag!

DIY Makeup Bag With zipping

Are you spending too much money on makeup bags? Sure, they're not that expensive, but they add up fast. And when you have a bag for each occasion—or even one for every kind of makeup or beauty product—it gets a little ridiculous. That's why we will show you how to make your own DIY Makeup Bag With Zipping!

We'll walk you through the step-by-step instructions and give you tips along the way, so don't worry if this is your first time making something like this. We've got your back. To get started, grab two pieces of cardboard and round the edges of the two. These are going to be the top and base of the bag. You'll also need ironed double rinse fabric, stick wall fiber tape, scissors, and a carton.

DIY Stylish Makeup Bag

To make a stylish makeup bag, you'll need fabric (preferably jeans), a sewing machine, scissors, cardboard, a zipper, and thread.

1. Cut the jeans into pieces for the sides and top of the bag.

2. Cut the cardboard for the top and base of the bag.

3. Make the handle and attach it to the pieces of jean fabric that you cut for the top of your bag.

4. Make the bottom of your bag and attach it to the zipper with your sewing machine.

5. Put everything together with your sewing machine, and you're done!

DIY Beginners Cosmetic Bag

Need a new cosmetic bag but don't want to spend the money? Make your own! You can customize this bag's color, shape, and size, so it's perfect for you. It's an easy sewing project that'll have you looking like a sewing goddess. And if you've never sewed before, fear not! This project is the best entry point into sewing, with the result having you feeling proud of yourself—and ready to tackle bigger projects! Are you ready to do this? Let's get started.

DIY Travel Makeup Bag

This DIY project is the perfect way to put that old favorite fabric. The best part? You can make this bag in just a few hours!

-fabric for the outer layer of the bag

-fabric for the inner layer of the bag

-chalk or marker

-ruler or tape measure

-sewing machine

First, cut the pieces for the main part of the bag and the lining. Next, cut a strip of fabric to make a strap. Lay the panel and lining pieces together, face-up, and pin them together. Attach a zipper to what you've made so far. Then sew the outside pieces together, leaving an opening at one end. Turn it right side out and attach your strap.

DIY Makeup Bag

A DIY makeup bag is a perfect way to store all your essentials. This bag is made from durable fabric but still has a smooth, soft finish thanks to the fusible interfacing. The first step is to draw the dimensions of your bag on a piece of paper and use this as a template to cut the fabric. Then, pad up the outer fabric with fusible interfacing and start sewing your zipper. Once everything is sewn up, you're done! It's really that easy!

DIY Cosmetic Pouch

This DIY cosmetic pouch is a great way to add a little something special to your makeup routine. You don't have to know how to sew with your hands. If you have a sewing machine, you can make this pouch in just a few minutes.

1. Cut two pieces of fabric for the inner and outer surface of the bag each

2. Attach interfering to the two outer pieces

3. Attach a zipper, and you're good to go!

DIY Makeup Travel Bag

This makeup bag is perfect for storing your makeup essentials for travel. We know what it's like to go on vacation and dread having to leave the house without your favorite beauty products, so we created this unique DIY Makeup Travel Bag. The materials and tools you will need for this DIY include fabric (for the lining, exterior, and flap), fusible interfacing, a sewing machine, ruler, iron, and ironing board. Pre-cut all the pieces for this fantastic travel bag and attach interfacing to each piece. After that, start by making the handle and the flap panel. Then move to the bag label and the casing.

DIY Cosmetic Bag

This bag can be made out of any fabric you fancy, and you can add a special touch by using fabric scraps and leftovers you might have lying around. First, measure out your zipper, fabric, lining fabric, and interfacing. Cut all of the pieces for the top and bottom panels, then cut the top and bottom sides panels. Then attach the interfacing to the wrong side of the top panel piece. Repeat for the bottom panel piece. Make sure to sew on a label if you want to clarify who made this awesome bag!

DIY Clear Makeup Bag

You're gonna love this life hack! It's super easy, and it'll make a huge difference in your life.

All you need is:

- clear makeup bag (the kind you take on the plane)

- adhesive vinyl letters for the bag

- pom pom keychain

Cut out a phrase from your vinyl letters that makes you feel good and stick it to the side of your clear makeup bag. Attach your pom pom keychain to the zipper, and voila! You have a beautiful new case for your cosmetics that will make you smile every time you use it. Plus, it'll be easier to find what you need—no more digging around for that mascara tube!

DIY Quilted Makeup Bag

Quilting your own makeup bag is easier than you might think. All you need is a little patience and some standard quilting supplies, like fabric, needle-felted batting, fusible interfacing, and a zipper.

First, measure and cut the fabric (remember to leave room for seams). Next, press the interfacing onto the fabric. After that, sew the zipper to the top and bottom of what will be the piece that forms your quilted makeup bag (this will be the inside of your finished product). Once you've sewn both sides of the zipper in place, go ahead and sew up both sides of the bag. That's it! You're done!

DIY Makeup Bag With Zipper

What is better than DIYing your own makeup bag? You can choose the color, and it is a lot of fun to create your own design for the bag. This DIY will show you how to make your own makeup bag with a zipper. You can use any fabric that you would like or maybe even some old clothes. You will need fabric, contrasting fabric, plausible fleece, interfacing, zipper, and pins to make this bag. Start by making the tabs at the sides of the bag and then cut and line the bag panel by putting the fabric, contrasting fabric, and fleece together.

How To Sew A Makeup Bag

In the market for some new makeup storage? Well, you're in luck! We'll show you how to make a beautiful makeup bag that can hold all of your lipsticks and mascara.

1. To make this beautiful makeup bag, you will need two pieces of fabric, two pieces of lining fabric, a zipper, and a sewing machine.

2. Make notches at the bottom sides of all the pieces.

3. Pad up the main fabric pieces with interfacing to make them sturdy.

4. Attach the zipper and complete sewing all around the pieces.

It's finally fall, which means that your bag needs a bit of an update. Switching out a few things here and there can make all the difference to your daily routine. But why stop at just switching out a few things? Why not make your own makeup bag to add an extra flair to your everyday carry? It's easier than you think! All you need are few materials, some basic sewing supplies, and you'll be whipping up these bags in no time.

Makeup bags can be surprisingly expensive if you're looking for one of a certain size or color. So why not just make your own?

Here's how:

1. Cut the inner bag panel piece to the correct dimensions. Cut the outer pieces and cut the foam to the right size to fit inside the bag.

2. Sew all the pieces together, but leave a gap in the bottom to allow the foam to slip in.

3. Attach a zipper, then sew it shut, and you have your own makeup bag!

DIY Miniature Makeup Bag

You've got a makeup bag. But does it fit into your purse? Or maybe it's too big for the amount of makeup you are carrying? Well, worry no more, because we have a solution. The DIY Miniature Makeup Bag is what all your heart desires. It is just the right size to fit all your makeup and fit into your purse. This is how you build one:

Materials needed: Fabric, fabric glue, paintbrush, scissors, low grip velcro.

Directions: Start by cutting the fabric into pieces and attaching them with the fabric glue. After that, attach velcro, and you're good to go!

DIY Makeup Bag Pattern

You will be thrilled to see how easy it is to make this DIY makeup bag pattern! And once you've mastered it, you'll be able to impress yourself and others by whipping up the cute bags in a rainbow of patterns and colors. This project is rated: Medium. It's a little bit more involved than our other projects, but that just means there's a little bit more room for creativity—and for you to show off your sewing skills.

Easy Cosmetics Bag Pattern

Begin by gathering the materials required to make this amazing cosmetic bag. Then, cut the fabric and lining into pieces and attach interfacing to the pieces. After this, lay the lining and the outer fabric together and attach a zipper. Now you're ready to sew your cover! To begin, sew two short sides of the cover together and then sew one side of the bottom. Then, repeat these steps for the lining. Next, turn both pieces inside out. You'll want to attach the lining and the outer layer at this point. Hold on; we're almost done! Now all that remains is attaching your zipper back into place. After that, you're ready to go!

Let's get started! First, cut out a piece of fabric big enough to fit the bottom of the bag. Then, sew a lining on the zipper. We used piping tape to attach the lining and created a pocket for storing makeup. After this, use a ruler and pins to measure the top part of the bag. Make sure it's big enough to fit your makeup products. Once this is done, you're ready to sew everything together!

DIY Leather Makeup Bag For Biker

Wear this bag when you head out on the open road. It'll keep your makeup safe while on the go, protecting it from dust and dirt while also allowing it to be easy to reach. And the best part? You can make this yourself in just an evening or two! For this project, you'll need soft leather, spikes, zippers, waxed cord, needle, punches, and lining materials to make this amazing makeup bag. First, decide on the pattern for the spikes, then glue the ribs. After that, attach the lining to the leather and attach the zipper to it. At last, stitch the sides of the bag, and you're good to go.

DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag

To do this DIY Drawstring Cosmetic Bag, you'll need:

-3 pieces of bag panel,

-2 pieces of flap panel,

-2 pieces of drawstring casing,

-Cord stopper and string.

Press the interface on one piece of fabric, then put those two pieces together, sew the edges and trim off any excess. Repeat this process for your remaining fabric. You are done!

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These travel bag patterns are the perfect solution to keeping organized on your next vacation, weekend trip, or a day out in the sun. You'll find free patterns so you can DIY your own duffel bag, tote, overnight bag, jewelry roll, tote bag , and more.

All of these travel bag patterns have everything you need to sew up a new bag for you or the kids. You'll find materials and supply lists, step-by-step assembly instructions, and finishing directions that will make your bag look awesome and be ready to use on your next trip.

A Beautiful Mess

This gym bag can be used for your next workout but it also makes a great travel bag. It's a roomy bag so you can use it at the beach, on your next weekend getaway, or any other time you need a dependable bag to use. A side pocket is perfect for keeping track of smaller belongings.

Gym Bag from A Beautiful Mess

The Big Beach Bag

Oh Oh Deco  

If your next adventure takes you to the beach, you're going to need a travel bag pattern to hold everything you need for a day on the sand. This big beach bag will hold everything you need for your day out, beach towels, toys, books, sunscreen, and anything else you want to bring. There's also a small pocket on the outside of the bag, perfect for holding sunglasses or something else you don't want to lose.

The Big Beach Bag from Oh Oh Deco

Weekender Bag

  Delia Creates

If you're headed out for an overnight or weekend trip, this weekender bag will hold everything you need. It's a large duffel style bag that features leather handles and a crossbody strap, making it easy to haul wherever you're going. There's an inside zippered pocket which is great for storing smaller items.

Weekender Bag from Delia Creates

Drawstring Travel Bag

These drawstring travel bags can be used for just about anything, from makeup to books. They're medium-sized, making them great to use on their own or as an extra bag you throw into a bigger bag to keep everything organized. Since they're drawstring, they're easy to use but will still keep your belongings secure.

Drawstring Travel Bag from Sew DIY

Large Tote Bag with Pockets

The Spruce Crafts

No matter what type of trip you are taking, you'll want to have a large bag that can hold lots of stuff, especially if you have kids. This large tote bag is perfect for road trips or a day out at the beach. Secure straps and a large pocket are just some of the highlights of this bag.

Large Tote Bag with Pockets from The Spruce Crafts

Laminated Toiletry Travel Bag

This travel bag pattern sews up a toiletry bag that you can use for all your travel toiletries, makeup, and any other small items. It's made with laminated fabric, making it a breeze to wipe away any spills or messes.

Laminated Toiletry Travel Bag from Sew 4 Home

Polka Dot Chair

This adorable makeup bag is perfect for toting around your makeup or toiletries. It's an oversized toiletry bag so you can fit everything you need in it. You don't have to use it just for makeup either, it would work well for backseat toy bags for the kids on your next road trip.

Makeup Bag from Polka Dot Chair

Quilted Travel Duffle

Sew 4 Home  

This quilted travel duffle has a sleeve on the bag so it fits perfectly on top of a rolling suitcase. Features of this travel bag pattern include handles, a detachable cross-body strap, a secure front pocket, and several interior divided pockets to keep everything in its place.

Quilted Travel Duffle from Sew 4 Home

Wash and Wear Travel Bag

  The Crafty Gentleman

Here's a travel bag pattern that will keep you organized while you're on your vacation. The bag is divided into two sections, one for clean clothes and the other for dirty clothes. It's meant to be used for socks and underwear, but you could make several of them to organize all your clothes.

Wash and Wear Travel Bag from The Crafty Gentleman

Wet Swimsuit Bag

Make It & Love It  

This travel bag is for a wet swimsuit bag that can be used to keep your wet swimsuit separate from all your other belongings. It's perfect for throwing in a larger bag that you'll take to the beach or pool. The inside of the bag is lined with a waterproof fabric, making it perfect for swimsuits or wet clothes.

Wet Swimsuit Bag from Make It & Love It

Leather Jewelry Roll

  The Merrythought

If you have some jewelry you'd like to take on your travels, consider making this leather jewelry roll. It has a place for earrings, necklaces, rings, and pocket that holds other small jewelry. Simply roll it up when you're finished using it and tie with the leather strips to keep it all in its place.

Leather Jewelry Roll from The Merrythought

Travel Bag for Kids

  Ginger Snap Crafts

If you're travelling with kids, you'll want to keep them organized too. They'll love this tote bag that features their name and a picture of what they love. It uses an already made canvas tote, so it's a quick project that couldn't be easier.

Travel Bag for Kids from Ginger Snap Crafts

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The Best Way To Pack Makeup And Keep Your Toiletry Bag Mess-Free

E ven if you're the type of traveler who packs your bag hours (minutes!) before you depart on a trip, spending some extra time organizing your makeup and cosmetics is essential, particularly if you're flying to your destination.

Strict regulations limit the quantity and size of liquids you can carry onboard an aircraft in most countries around the world. If you're careful with your packing, you can avoid having to throw away expensive products before you can pass through security -- or facing the risk of missing your flight. If you plan on checking a bag , you'll have more flexibility on what products you can pack. However, you'll still run the risk of messy spills as the plane's pressurization changes during take-off and landing.

Whether you like to travel with the bare necessities or you're a fashionista who enjoys creating elaborate looks on your vacations, a well-packed makeup bag will keep your travels stress-free and mess-free.

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Consider Your Mode Of Transportation

If you're going on a short trip (or prefer to travel light), you will likely pack all your essentials into one carry-on suitcase to avoid lugging around extra bags. Limiting yourself to a carry-on bag will require you to narrow your makeup collection to the everyday essentials. Before you even begin packing, pay attention to which cosmetic products you use daily -- the ones you can't live without.

According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) , travelers can bring one quart-sized bag full of toiletries in their carry-on baggage. Any cosmetics or personal care products that are liquids, gels, aerosols, creams, or pastes must be in 3.4 ounces or less containers and fit within the clear quart-sized bag. Liquid foundations, lotions, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, and hairsprays are all examples of products that you'll need to ensure fit the 3.4 ounces or under requirements. Solid cosmetics like powder foundation or lipsticks won't be regulated. You can separate solids from liquids if your cosmetics and toiletries don't fit in the quart-sized bag.

If you're worried about space, consider swapping liquids for solid options. You can purchase solid toothpaste tablets that double as breath mints. You can also swap your hair care gels for solid shampoo and conditioner bars.

How To Pack A Makeup Bag If You're Checking Luggage

The limited space in a carry-on bag and the TSA requirements for liquids can make it challenging to pack your toiletry bag. There's no shame in being a maximalist, and travel is an ideal opportunity to express yourself and try out new and exciting makeup looks. Whether you're traveling for an extended period or excited to create many different makeup styles during your trip, chances are you'll need to check a bag.

The great news when it comes to checking a bag is that you'll have plenty of space and the flexibility to bring whatever you choose. The TSA has no liquid limitations regarding checked baggage, so you can pack as many full-size cosmetic and personal care products as you desire without stuffing them into a tiny bag (and potentially damaging your favorite products).

When packing your makeup bag in a checked suitcase, your primary concern should be pressurization. Ensure that liquids are stored in plastic or silicone bags to keep them from creating a mess if they explode. This sometimes happens due to the changes in pressurization in the airplane's cargo hold. For added safety, you can wrap your liquids in plastic wrap .

Find The Right Toiletry Bag Or Makeup Pouches And Stay Organized During Your Trip

Investing in a great travel makeup bag will help ensure that you can keep your products organized for the duration of your trip. Some excellent options are on the market, including large bags with multiple compartments. Some even come equipped with hangers and clear compartments to hang on the bathroom door when you arrive at your destination, allowing you to free up counter space.

Select different size pouches to keep your products organized within your toiletry bag. You can use plastic baggies, but if you travel often it might be worth investing in some small reusable bags or pouches of various sizes to help you organize products by size and type.

Divide your products up by type to help keep things organized. Consider separating your skincare, hairstyling products, and makeup into separate bags. Many travel toiletry bags have detachable clear plastic bags that are perfect for liquids, which might otherwise spill and cause a mess. Lump together solids like lipsticks and eyeshadow palettes in a separate bag or compartment. Finally, pack your brushes and makeup applicators.

Pack Multi-Purpose Makeup

When packing the perfect toiletry bag for your vacation, consider the products you use daily. In the days leading up to your trip, pay attention to the products you gravitate towards most that are the easiest to use.

If you wear makeup, consider packing items that can be used in multiple ways to create various looks without taking up a ton of space. Swap out heavy liquid foundations for a cream complexion stick that can be used as both foundation and concealer -- or grab a solid blush stick that can double as a buildable lip color.

Consider narrowing down your makeup to five essential products for an ideal minimalist beauty routine. You'll want to choose one product for your complexion, such as a tinted moisturizer or a cream foundation stick. Pair this with a tinted brow gel, a travel-sized mascara, a cream blush that you can wear as lipstick, and a neutral eyeshadow palette that can create multiple looks for both day and night.

Once you've packed the basics, you can add a few specialty items as space allows. Go ahead and throw in that luminous highlighter or the extra lipstick you love to fill the space you have in your makeup bag.

Purchase Travel Travel-Size Minis Of Your Favorite Products

It's worth investing in travel-sized minis of your favorite products. Many brands create sample or mini sizes of some of their top products. If you travel a lot , you can have your travel makeup kit pre-packed and ready each time you embark on a trip.

Beauty samples are the perfect sizes to take on trips, but make sure it's a product you'll actually use; otherwise, it will simply take up extra space. Mini-size products are perfect for those who don't want to sacrifice their beauty routine and will save a ton of space in your bag.

Another option is to invest in some refillable travel containers that you can fill up with the everyday products you use at home. If you're using refillable decanters, purchase a set of labels and handwrite (or type out a label for each product) so that you don't accidentally end up washing your hair with body lotion.

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This Lazyher travel makeup bag provides lots of space for all your cosmetics, from makeup brushes to toiletries. In fact, this makeup travel bag is designed to keep you fully organized. So if you’re seeking ways to declutter, your bag is an easy solve. According to Amazon, it also includes a detachable brush board to maintain a separate spot for your brushes.

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Consider one of TikTok’s favorite trendy makeup bags: the Étoile Duo Vanity Case that’s all over my FYP. This limited edition comes in gray, black, beige, lavender pink, and so many other colors. Hurry, though: There are only three left in stock in lavender pink! This makeup bag has you covered with a top and bottom compartment. This bag also includes a fold-out mirror, making it easier for you to apply your makeup or skincare routine when on the go. Its vegan leather material and makeup-stain-proof lining make it truly one of a kind.

Semezuxx Checkered Makeup Bag, Brown 2Pcs Cosmetic Travel Bags

If you’re looking to spice up your style, this checkered two-piece makeup bag is the one for you. Its vintage and elegant brown plaid pattern design is perfect for any outfit and any occasion. According to Walmart, it is super lightweight with waterproof anti-wear and water-resistant interior. This multi-purpose bag can be used not only for makeup, but also as a personal travel bag for both men and women.

Ulta Beauty Clear Sage-Trimmed Weekender

Can’t keep track of what’s in your makeup bag? Don’t fret: Consider this Ulta Beauty clear sage-trimmed alternative with see-through pockets and multiple compartments. Its spacious and sage-green tassel zipper pulls offer a clean look. You’ll get easy access to your items with just one glance.

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• 【Large Capacity 】Makeup Bag large capacity size - 9.3in x 6.7in x3.0in (24.5cm x 17cm x 8cm). with divider and different compartments,smooth zipper design,can holds a lot of makeup products.Easy storage and orderly.
• 【Premium Material】This makeup bags surface material is made of high-quality PU leather. Durable, waterproof inside and outside, scratch-resistant, anti-collision, easy to keep clean. large view opening which can easy to access your cosmetics. (Note: Cosmetic Accessories Not included).
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Large Capacity Makeup Bag Organizer

There’s a compartment for makeup brushes, a large zipper pocket on the first cover, 2 small pockets in the brush area back. larger main pocket inside, and of course the middle with a divider inside for more convenient storage your items.

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Perfect For: Cosmetics,Toiletries, USB Cable, Lipstick, Nail kit, Makeup Brushes, Eyeshadow, Makeup Palettes, Shampoo or Skin Care products so on.

This small makeup case not only can storage your cosmetics, but also be used as

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Made of PU leather fabric , easy to clean.

Two Version of PU leather Makeup Bag Organizer

* Size: 9.6 x 7.0 x 3.6" (Large) & 9.6 x 5.0 x 3.6" (Small)

* Smaller one is used as makeup bag for purse to store daily small-size cosmetics like concealer, lipsticks, foundation, blusher and mascara, while larger one is roomy enough to store travel-size toiletries, brushes and common-size cosmetics.

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Customers like the size, space, sturdiness, travel, and color of the cosmetic case. For example, they mention it's a great size for traveling, has plenty of room, and has dividers and slots for storage. Some appreciate the handle and the pretty color. That said, most are satisfied with the value.

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Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the cosmetic case. They mention that it is well-made, has nice material, and is good for traveling. Some customers however, feel that the quality is flimsy.

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Customers are satisfied with the space provided by the cosmetic case. They mention that the pockets are perfect for their needs, and the dividers and slots for storage are great. Some say that the flap is double sided, making it great for everyday use and traveling.

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• 10 Things That Delighted Us Last Week: From Dainty Coupes to Go-Bag Matches

We write about hundreds of products each week. Here, in our version of the Sunday circular, we’ve plucked some of our recent favorites: expert-recommended essentials, life-changing stuff you didn’t know you needed, newly launched gizmos, and very good deals we uncovered while trawling through the vast online-shopping universe — including Champagne coupes from the Ritz Bar in Paris, $9 C.O. Bigelow lip gloss, and Tinashe’s backstage necessity. 

One writer’s secret to staying dry all summer …

While we endure this never-ending heat wave, it seems as though sweat (and how to prevent it) is on everyone’s minds — including our writers’. During a caucus of particularly sweaty Strategist writers , Dominique Pariso advised using these antiperspirant wipes at night to prevent sweating during the day. “Basically, it works better at night because your sweat glands aren’t as active, so it allows it to soak in more,” she told us.

… And an affordable floor fan to seal the deal

In other sweaty news, Strategist writer Tembe Denton-Hurst has been using this colorful floor fan since 2016. She says that after bringing it home for the first time, “[I] was so impressed with it that I kept it running nonstop for the next six months, even after I bought the AC.” Eight years later, Denton-Hurst has purchased a few reinforcements, including the same small-but-mighty ventilator in a brilliant blue. She uses it as the sole source of cool air in her home office.

Proof that worthwhile American sunscreens exist

After Strategist writer Arielle Avila noticed that American-made sunscreens had been in the hot seat recently, she decided to investigate. Her research turned up a few solid sunscreens made in the U.S., including this broad-spectrum option that comes in a rather cheery container. The formula inside is just as pleasant: “I’ve tried it myself and really enjoyed it,” Avila writes. “The formula has that slippery silicone feel and is a little heavier than other sunscreens I’ve used, but it doesn’t make my skin look oily.”

Tinashe’s backstage nonnegotiable

“I’m big on the mood in a room — especially if I’m traveling, staying in hotels or backstage at venues,” says singer Tinashe . Along with her favorite candle (it’s the Baies scent from Diptyque if you were wondering), she takes this smart humidifier with her everywhere. “It keeps me from drying out,” she says. “I like to add eucalyptus oil, because why not? Just to give it that extra-fresh, spalike feel.”

A “hard-core” muddler to add to your bar cart …

If you caught our guides to the best cocktail jiggers and shakers , you might be intrigued to hear there’s an addition to our bartending lineup: a guide to the very best cocktail muddlers . “I have replaced many plastic and wood muddlers from wear and tear or chipping. But not stainless-steel ones — they’re hard-core,” says Adrienne Gomez-Saddler, who has opened numerous bars and restaurants over the past 20 years. This stainless-steel muddler, which has a serrated end, is her favorite.

… And some dainty coupes from the Ritz Bar in Paris

You’re going to need something to put that cocktail in. Consider these crystal coupes, which we heard about from Strategist contributor Maria Yagoda, the author of our new guide to the best coupe glasses . “Because coupe glasses can dress up such a wide variety of drinks, they make a smart glass choice for stocking your home bar,” she says. The Nude coupes are a staple at Paris’s Ritz Bar , where head bartender Romain de Courcy has one tip for at-home bartenders: “Just make sure to put them in the freezer for at least ten minutes before use so they keep the cocktail chilled when you pour it in.”

A peek inside one writer’s go bag

“Whether you’re dealing with a natural disaster, a public-health emergency, or a human-caused disaster, an emergency kit can help you get to safety and stay safe,” writes Strategist writer Jeremy Rellosa. Among the food, first-aid, and clothing necessities he keeps in his go bag is this set of stormproof matches. They’re windproof and waterproof (but best kept in a waterproof case for safekeeping). “I have the same ones in my backpacking kit and keep them in a plastic bag along with some kindling — I use extra toilet paper,” he writes.

A dominoes-esque board game

We found something to pack for your next weekend upstate: Kingdomino , a two-to-four-player board game newly added to our guide to the best adult board games . “In Kingdomino , players use tiles featuring different land types to build kingdoms within a set-size grid,” says Cartamundi tabletop-games ambassador Sean Amdisen-Cooke. Pariso explains the dominoes-esque factor best: “Its name — a portmanteau of kingdom and domino — nods to how you play it: Players can only add a tile to the grid if the one it touches contains a matching land type to theirs (like how you’d match dominoes).”

Chef Alice Waters’s surprise-filled imitation garlic

Gifting season is still a few months away, but chef Alice Waters just tipped us off to one item we’re adding to our mental lists: a crêpe-paper head of garlic that’s full of little delights. “Every time you turn them, you unravel them and there’s a little surprise inside,” she says. “It may be a little ring. It could be a quote from some philosopher. It could be a little candy, a little toy.”

$9 C.O. Bigelow lip gloss one writer has used since high school

“A lot of adulthood, I’ve found, is realizing that the things you liked as a girl are still pretty great,” writes Strategist contributor Nicolaia Rips. While she’s not quite ready to return to winged eyeliner, Rips says that the mint-flavored lip gloss she’s been buying since high school —  an unassuming tube from C.O. Bigelow — is the only one she uses during the ongoing lip-gloss craze. “It gives the lips a sheer reddish-brown hue as if you had just bitten into a small ripe stone fruit. It’s not sticky; it doesn’t glue your lips shut. It’s not drippy — or drying,” she writes.

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Save on These Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Deals Before They’re Gone

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Amazon Prime Day 2024 has come to a close, but some of the best deals for travelers are still going on right now. There are deals leftover across all categories, including comfortable clothing and shoes , luggage and bags , outdoor gear , home goods, and more. There are even some deals still running on best-selling tech essentials like noise-canceling headphones, portable speakers, and tablets. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the Prime Day deals that are still hanging on, we rounded up our top picks for travelers below, with some items marked down as much as 60 percent off. But hurry—these last-minute deals aren't likely to stay around for long, so be sure to add anything you’re eyeing to your shopping cart ASAP.

Deals and pricing updated as of 8:52 a.m.

The best deals you can still shop:

• Apple AirPods , $120 (usually $169)
• Beats Solo 4 headphones , $120 (usually $200)
• Laneige Lip Glowy Balm , $13 (usually $19)
• LifeStraw personal water filter , $9 (usually $20)
• Shark FlexStyle styling system , $238 (usually $300)

Shop the best deals by category:

Travel accessories, tech essentials, luggage and travel bags.

• Clothing staples

Outdoor gear

Beauty and skincare.

There's still some time to score deals on best-selling travel accessories . If you're afraid of losing your luggage (every traveler's worst nightmare), take advantage of discounts on smart tags from Tile or Samsung. Many of our tried-and-true portable steamers are still on sale, too, including editor-tested favorites like the Proctor 2-in-1 travel steamer and the Hilife steamer. There's also still some deals on portable fans, travel pillows, and trendy sunglasses.

Shown in cream

We typically see some of the steepest Prime Day discounts on big-ticket electronics and tech essentials. In this category, noise-canceling headphones , portable speakers, and wearable tech tend to be among the most popular items to shop on Prime Day. Luckily, some of these top deals from Prime Day are still hanging on, including noise-canceling headphones from Apple, Beats, JBL, and Soundcore. Apple AirPods are still on sale, but don't delay adding these to your cart—we don't expect this to last long. Smart watches like the Fitbit Sense 2, Fitbit Charge 6, and Google Pixel 2 are also still up for grabs. And, find deals on waterproof Bluetooth speakers from JBL, Sony, and Bose.

Noise-canceling headphones

Wearable tech

Portable speakers

Well-made luggage doesn't come cheap, but with these deals below, travelers can save on an expandable luggage set from SwissGear and a weekender bag from Cluci that features a built-in shoe compartment. We're also eyeing a backpack from Kipling and a hanging toiletry bag from OlarHike that are still on sale.

Clothing and shoes

Clothing brand The Drop is still running several deals on clothing, from denim jackets and midi dresses to cozy cardigans and blazers. You'll also find some discounted women's sports bras and leggings below and men's True Classic everyday tees.

If you're planning on camping or hiking this summer, you might be in need of some new outdoor gear. One of our readers' most-purchased items last Prime Day was LifeStraw's personal water filter; the compact filter works as a regular drinking straw while instantly filtering out over 99.999 percent of bacteria, parasites, and sediment such as microplastics, silt, sand, and cloudiness. Plus, it's small enough to fit in any backpack or fanny pack . Portable coolers from Igloo are still on sale, as well as camping tents, beach umbrellas, and portable mugs.

Some of the best deals this Prime Day were on premium beauty and skincare, and luckily, some of those deals are still going on. This includes viral lip treatments from Laneige, the pro-collagen cleansing balm from Elemis, and sunscreen from La Rosche-Posay. We're especially excited to see the Shark FlexStyle styling system (originally $300) is still on sale. This TikTok-approved styling system can dry, style, and curl your hair—but it does come with a hefty price tag. There's no better time than now to snap up this popular hair tool. Other hair tools from Shark, Dyson, and Revlon are also still currently discounted.

There are also some deals leftover on home goods to score today. You'll find discounted Keurig coffee makers, Black and Decker handheld vaccums, and Lumineux teeth whitening strips. Make sure to scoop up some Nuun eletrolyte tablets while you can—they are a life saver for hot days in the sun.

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10 Best Backpacks of 2024 for Travel, Work and Everything Else

We tested over 50 backpacks to find the best buys for every occasion.

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Best Overall

Cotopaxi allpa 35l travel pack.

MATEIN Travel Laptop Backpack

Best for School

The north face borealis commuter laptop backpack.

Your backpack must hold everything you need, whether you're jetting off on a trip or heading into the office. With laptop sleeves, water bottle holders and all sorts of zippered compartments, a backpack needs to fit your necessities without feeling too heavy or bulky.

Fitting more than some carry-on suitcases in our tests, this Cotopaxi travel backpack had a spacious interior that holds everything from our standard packing test and more. The clamshell opening (similar to how a hard-side suitcase opens) makes for easy packing. The mesh compartments separate your clothes while it's still easy to see everything you have packed. It includes thoughtful comfort features like padding in the shoulder straps, chest and hip straps and a breathable mesh back. The shoulder straps tuck away, so you can check this carry-on backpack in a pinch. Our testers appreciated the included raincover if you ever got caught in bad weather, but the bag itself also has a water-resistant coating for extra protection.

This pack is also available in 28L (which makes a great personal item!) and 42L. We think the 35L pack is ideal for most travelers as it fits the same as some carry-on suitcases without getting too heavy or bulky, which can be uncomfortable to carry. When evaluating this bag, we appreciated that the laptop sleeve could easily accommodate a 15-inch laptop. Note that this pack lacks a luggage trolley sleeve, so it doesn't stack easily on rolling luggage.

RELATED: 13 Best Travel Backpacks of 2024, Tested by Experts

At just $22, no other pack can beat the value of this MATEIN backpack. It's affordable without sacrificing features like two mesh water bottle holders, padded straps, ample zippered compartments, a padded laptop sleeve and a USB charging port to charge your phone on the go (power bank not included). This bag has over 97,000 reviews on Amazon with 23 different color options. It's sold in two sizes to accommodate either a 15.6-inch or 17-inch laptop.

When evaluating this bag, we were especially impressed with the amount of storage compartments. This pack has a hidden zippered compartment in the back to hold valuables like a passport when traveling. It has two front pockets to hold keys, wallet, phone, pens and more. Plus, it has a luggage trolley on the back to sit conveniently on top of rolling luggage. This pick makes a great personal item when traveling or as an everyday commuter bag!

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Head back to campus with a backpack that'll go with you from classes, to the gym, to extracurriculars and back to your dorm. Enter the Borealis backpack from The North Face. We have been recommending this backpack for years because it has a great design for students. Whether you're in high school or college, this pack can hold a laptop (in a separate padded compartment), textbooks, water bottles, notebooks, a sweatshirt and more while still feeling comfortable to carry.

In our Lab evaluation, the exterior fabric held up to abrasion and water-resistance tests. Our testers reported that this pack is comfortable to carry (even when packed to the brim), thanks to the padded straps and the waist and chest straps. We especially liked the thoughtful features, like a fleece-lined zipper pocket for glasses and a front bungee system to hold a jacket. Shop this pick in 18 colors.

RELATED : Best Backpacks for High School and College Students in 2024

Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe

Nothing ruins a trip quicker than a damaged laptop. Keep your technology safe with this laptop backpack from Timbuk2. It features a separate padded laptop compartment that can even fit larger computers up to 17 inches. There are internal sleeves to hold e-readers and iPads as well. There's generous padding on the back, padded shoulder straps and an optional chest strap to better distribute the pack's weight.

One GH analyst uses this backpack regularly when bringing his laptop to and from work. He even brought this backpack on a recent trip to China and appreciated the built-in luggage trolley sleeve. He said, "It's comfortable to wear and the pockets keep everything I need well organized."

RELATED: Best Laptop Backpacks of 2024, Tested & Reviewed

Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack

Ditch your suitcase for a quick weekend trip away with this Calpak weekender backpack. It's designed to hold everything you need for a few days away: clothes, footwear, toiletries, a water bottle, books, a laptop and more. The backpack straps can be tucked away and the pack includes a crossbody strap, so you can wear it like a traditional weekender bag — two bags in one!

The pack unzips around the side like a suitcase for easy packing. It includes compression straps that help keep everything in place. There are two spacious front pockets to hold must-have items and a separate padded laptop sleeve for easy access. The sleek exterior is water-resistant and available in 11 shades including classic neutrals and bold hues. "I regularly use this pack on trips because it can fit an impressive amount without becoming uncomfortable to carry," reported one tester. "I use it as a personal item with no carry-on, so I can save a few bucks by avoiding bag fees." One tester did note that the water bottle holder was too small to fit her bottle.

RELATED: 11 Best Weekender Bags, Tested by Travel Experts

Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 40 L

This Patagonia bag's rugged, water-resistant exterior helps protect your items, even in inclement weather. It's made with recycled polyester ripstop with a TPU-film laminate to prevent water from seeping in. The backpack straps tuck away, so you can wear it either as a backpack or as a traditional duffel bag with an included crossbody strap. When not in use, this backpack stuffs into the small side pocket for convenient, built-in storage . It can be tough to get the duffel in and out of the pocket as it is a tight fit. The Black Hole duffel is avaialble in 40L, 55L , 70L and 100L sizes. We recommend the 40L size as it's spacious enough to fit a week's worth of clothes without feeling too heavy to carry for most people.

If you're looking for a smaller backpack, we recommend the Patagonia Refugio pack ; it's great for everyday wear when traveling as it's made with water-resistant materials and includes a well-organized interior.

Peak Design Travel Backpack

Designed for both longer and shorter trips, this innovative Peak Design bag has a 35L capacity but you have the option to compress it to create a 30L day bag or expand it to 45L. This bag also converts to a duffel bag by conveniently tucking the backpack straps away, which is helpful if you ever want to check the bag when flying. You can access the bag's contents from the front, side and back, so it's easy to grab everything you need when on the go. Online reviewers especially liked this feature for easy access to camera equipment when traveling.

The main compartment only has one divider (which can roll down, but isn't removable), so we found it helpful to use packing cubes to keep everything organized. There are small zippered pockets in the front to stash must-have items like a phone, keys, wallet and lip balm.

Osprey Daylite Plus

Because you can't go hiking empty handed, bring a lightweight daypack like this top-tested Osprey backpack. This backpack features two stretchy water bottle holders on the side that fit larger bottles. It has padded straps with a chest strap and a removable hip belt for ergonomic support, important on longer hikes. The chest strap includes a built-in whistle to alert other hikers on the trail.

The front compression straps can hold wet or dirty clothes to keep them separate from the main storage compartment. Many online reviewers liked to put a rain jacket there in case they encountered bad weather. It has a separate back compartment that can either hold a hydration pouch or a 14-inch laptop — it's the perfect bag to bring from the trails to the street. Note that this backpack is hand wash only.

RELATED: Best Daypacks for Hiking, According to Pros

TUMI Alpha Bravo Search Backpack

TUMI is known as a status symbol for its luxurious travel products; they offer long-lasting, high-quality products and exemplary customer service. This nylon backpack with leather detailing is a staple among frequent business travelers. It has a sleek, professional look while still being comfortable to carry with padded straps . You have the option to add a customized monogram to the front of the backpack.

Grace Wu , Good Housekeeping Institute textiles product analyst, has tested dozens of backpacks, but she continues to use her 10-year-old TUMI backpack. She reports that it is "surprisingly spacious" and feels "high quality." The brand offers a limited warranty on many of its products with low-cost repairs.

Beis The Backpack

If you want a backpack that'll maximize your packing space without sacrificing style, The Backpack from Beis is ideal. We were immediately impressed with the spacious interior that can fit multiple packing cubes. The top unzips all the way around for easy packing. It features two water bottle holders on the side — testers liked to use one for a water bottle and the other for an umbrella. Some testers wish the holders were stretchy or adjustable to accommodate larger bottles.

The separate padded laptop sleeve makes it easy to grab your computer without unpacking your whole bag. Featuring a luggage trolley sleeve, this bag pairs perfectly with the brand's matching carry-on suitcases . Plus, it's available in eight stylish shades with over 3,000 online reviews (an average 4.8 rating!). This bag is the ultimate travel companion.

RELATED: Beis Luggage Review 2024: Does it Live up to the Hype?

Other backpacks to consider

While these packs didn't make the shortlist, they're high quality backpacks that performed well in our testing that you should consider:

JanSport Right Pack Backpack

A favorite for students from elementary school to college, this popular backpack from JanSport is made with durable, long-lasting materials, including a reinforced suede bottom. It has a simple design with two front pockets and a large interior with a laptop sleeve. It lacks organizational features that can be helpful when traveling, but is a great option for students.

Calpak Kaya Laptop Backpack

Another great professional option, this faux leather backpack from Calpak has a sleek look that's great for commuters with a separate laptop sleeve and a surprisingly roomy interior. It's also available in 25 colors — multiple GH editors have this bag in bold hues, including pink and purple! While it has an attractive look, this backpack couldn't accommodate bulkier items like shoes or a sweatshirt because of its shape.

Away The Outdoor Convertible Backpack 45L

Away offers a variety of smart travel products to make your trip easier, including this extra-large 45L convertible backpack. The backpack straps tuck away, so you can use it as a duffel bag. Testers liked the comfortable straps and well-organized interior. Our main concern with this bag is that the zippers sometimes came loose in our testing.

RELATED: Away Luggage Review: Are the Popular Carry-Ons Worth the Hype?

How we test backpacks

The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab is comprised of fiber scientists and travel experts who have tested over 50 backpacks in recent tests. Testing styles designed for travel, school, hiking and more, both GH pros and our consumer testers used the backpacks before giving feedback on comfort when wearing a full pack, ease of use, convenience of pockets, appearance and more.

✔️ Backpack strap comfort and fit: We look at each backpack's straps to ensure they have padding and other comfort features like mesh for airflow. We also look for chest and hip straps, especially for hiking backpacks.

✔️ Material durability: Using a specialized abrasion tester, we evaluate the fabric's durability to ensure it will hold up against wear and tear.

✔️ Compartments including a laptop sleeve: We rate each pack's compartments and pockets to ensure there is ample storage space that's easily accessible. We put a laptop in the laptop sleeve to rate how well it fits and is protected.

✔️ How the backpack opens: Backpacks usually have one of two opening types: top opening or front opening.

• Top-loading backpacks have a zipper around the top of the bag, so it opens to one large compartment that you can fill. These are great to hold must-have items as everything is easily accessible, but they aren't designed to fit clothes and shoes.
• Front-loading backpacks (also known as clamshell-style packs) unzip around the side so they open up like a book for easy packing. These bags are better suited for packing clothes and toiletries as they will fit more, but items aren't as easily accessible when on the go.

✔️ Packing space: We pack each backpack with a standard load to rate how much each backpack can fit. We also rate the ease of opening and closing the pack when full.

How to choose the best backpack

Consider where you'll use the backpack before purchasing.

• Travel: Some travel backpacks are designed to hold what you'll need each day on vacation while larger ones are designed to hold a few days worth of clothes. Clamshell-style packs are best suited for carrying outfits — they can even be used as a personal item if your airline charges for carry-on bags.
• Hiking: A lightweight pack is a must when heading on a hike. Look for styles with chest and hip straps to better distribute the weight for a more comfortable feel mile after mile. Some hiking backpacks also include a pouch for a hydration pack.
• Business: Backpacks for business travel must include a padded laptop sleeve and ample space to hold what you need when attending meetings or conferences. Look for sleek materials like leather in neutral shades for a professional look.

Check the pack's total volume and packing space. If you plan to bring your backpack on a plane, compare the bag's dimensions to your airline's allowed personal item or carry-on dimensions to ensure you can bring it onboard.

Look at the backpack's weight. Avoid heavy styles that will weigh you down. Leather tends to be heavy compared to nylon and other synthetics, which are lighter in weight.

Ensure the backpack has the compartments you need. If you plan to bring your laptop with you when traveling, make sure the laptop sleeve can accommodate your laptop's size. In our tests, testers appreciated backpacks with water bottle holders — especially adjustable or stretchy holders to fit larger bottles. Other helpful compartments to look for include sleeves for iPads or e-readers, key holders, hidden zippered compartments for valuables and easily accessible front pockets.

Why trust Good Housekeeping?

Emma Seymour has been testing backpacks and other travel products for the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab since 2018. She has tested over 100 backpacks, bags, suitcases and packing cubes! She has a degree in fiber science and apparel design from Cornell University. She loves to travel and regularly brings her Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack along on her travels, including trips to Japan, Copenhagen, Mexico, Utah and more.

More on our top-tested backpacks:

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• Best Kids Backpacks
• Best Toddler Backpacks

Emma Seymour (she/her) is a senior product analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute 's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance. 

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