2. Download and print out the stencil on card. Using a scalpel, cut out each stencil using the registration points.
The stencils are here (in pdf format):
Green
Red
Blue
Pink
(Please read the copyright information below).
3. Line up the paper horizontally on your fabric and pin in place. Add 1cm allowance at each end and 2cm at the top and bottom. Mark in chalk.
4. Cut around the pattern, and cut notches where seam allowance starts, and down the middle of the bag where it will fold.
5. Place your first stencil on the fabric and lightly sponge on paint. Line up the registration points to ensure stencil stays straight.
6. When the paints have dried, fold 1cm in at the top of the bag, and iron into place. Fold over again, and stitch along the top. Repeat this on the other side.
7. Turn the bag inside out, and in half, matching up the notches. Pin both sides of the bag, and sew 1cm along the edge.
For the handles8. Draw four rectangles 6cm by 60cm. Cut out and separate into pairs. Stitch around three sides of each pair, leaving one 6cm side open on each. Turn inside out. Pin one end of each handle to bag, and box-stitch to secure. Fold the open end under, and box-stitch.
