How to Make an Umbrella Pouch

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Separate the umbrella fabric from the spokes.

   (be careful not to cut or stab your self with the spokes)
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   Step 2: Turn the fabric so that the wrong side will be facing up.

   Fold in 1" of the fabric from edge and pin.
   
   Sew along the pinned edge leaving about a 3/4" hem. , This is where the drawstring will be threaded through. , Tie the ends of the shoelace together. ,, Holding it in place, put the other button on the outside center of the bag.
   
   Sew the buttons together, patching up the hole where the umbrella was removed from the frame. ,
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   Step 3: Pick two panels directly across from each other and use scissors to make an opening in the seam at the hem.

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   Step 4: Thread your shoelace around perimeter of fabric

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   Step 5: beginning and ending in the same spot.

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   Step 6: Take your second shoelace and begin on the opposite side of fabric and thread through same way.

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   Step 7: Take one button and place it in the center inside of the bag.

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   Step 8: Pull the drawstrings together and your bag is complete!

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