Waterproof fabric and shoe bags

One of the variations of my new box pouch pattern is for a quick and easy to sew storage bag.  If you use waterproof fabric you can use it as a shoe bag or for storing any stuff that can benefit from the features of the waterproof fabric: resistant to dirt, water, easy to clean and wash.

I think there are lots of types of waterproof fabrics; this one below is polyester covered  with a PVC coating. It is a thin fabric, it does not wrinkle easily and it was very easy to sew it.

There are fabrics covered with a coating on both sides, this one is only one side waterproof, but I immersed a scrap in water and it seams the back does not absorb water.

Sew shoe bags with waterproof fabricThis is my shoe bag.

Sew shoe bags with waterproof fabricIt measures about 14” x 9” x 3” and at this size, it easily stores lady shoes in any size, even 2 pairs of sandals or slippers.

Sew shoe bags with waterproof fabricIt is great to have such bags if you travel a lot or in the summer, for storing items needed for activities that involve water or other outdoor activities.

When not in use, you can store the shoe bags flat and they do not take too much space.

Sew shoe bags with waterproof fabric

You can sew the bags in any size you need and do not limit yourself to shoes. As I said, you can use these waterproof storage bags for storing baby stuff  or take a few in your beach bag.
The bags below are made with a cotton waterproof fabric. It is a little heavier  and it wrinkles more than the polyester fabric.

Sew shoe bags with waterproof fabric
Now when you visit fabric stores and see waterproof fabric, you know what to use it for!

Find the pattern for such bags here.

Happy sewing!

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  1. I have not been able to find waterproof fabric, or PUL at all at my local shops. As for Scheepjes brand, I will not buy their products no matter now nice the colors until they move their manufacturing away from China. There are other more ethical countries they can have their yarns made in.

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