How to Make Corded Bag Handles with Just A Regular Presser Foot

I was looking for a tutorial for corded handles, but they all seem to require a speciality presser foot (called the “narrow presser foot“) because of the tight sewing alongside the bulky cord. This process of wrapping the fabric around the cord while sewing requires skillful manipulation of the fabric and cord, to give a snug wrap and neat stitches. It can also be taxing to a basic sewing machine.

This can be intimidating to many beginner sewers.

So, I tried an easier method that does not involve all that unpleasant pinching and tugging, with only a regular presser foot. It worked perfectly! My blog post has all the details and photos.

Looking for Sewing supplies? Check out Sewing Machine Plus.

Looking for more DIY sewing patterns to make your own bags, totes and clutches? Check these Sewing patterns out on Etsy.

Looking to chat about sewing? Check out our sewing group on Facebook with over 80K members.

Next Pattern:

One of my favorite Christmas tree themes is a cozy woodland vibe. Deer and foxes and little snowy owls just make me feel like I’m having Christmas in a cozy cabin in the woods. We’ve rounded up 13 woodland Christmas ornament sewing patterns you can use to decorate your tree with adorable forest friends.

Most of the ornaments in our list can be sewn by hand from felt and embroidery thread. I love a simple hand sewing project for the holidays! Read on for some sweet woodland Christmas ornament inspiration.