This is my solution a toy bag that converts to a play mat and then back to a storage bag.
Diy play mat bag.
Fold both main inner fabric pieces half and then half again to create a quarter.
Cut along the 18 inch measurements creating a circle of fabric approximately 36 inches in diameter.
Simply spread the mat out to play on it here it is complete with lego.
Now measure 18 inches from the center fold to create an arc.
Turn under the ends and stitch a 1 4 hem.
I took it one step further to create a mat with a drawstring closure.
Cut three strips of fabric that are 40.
Cut the fabric in the shapes you want.
When my guys started playing with lego a friend suggested that i lay a sheet down on the floor for them to play on.
Play mat bag tutorial 1.
Dino mat an easy portable play mat diy.
To facilitate your lego genius you may have bought hundreds of lego already but where are the legos at your house.
Cut out two 3 wide strips to equal that length.
Since making this one for brick building blocks aka legos i thought this could work for so many other toys.
Same in my house i can find them in closets under sofa and in office.
Mark the points for the straps on all layers of the fabric.
Especially ones with small pieces.
Begin by folding the fabric into quarters.
Place patter on top of fabric and cut according to pattern.
When your child or you have finished playing simply draw up the cord slide the spring toggle up to hold the bag shut tuck the excess cord inside the bag and hang the whole caboodle on the back of the bedroom door.
Stick the second strip to the opposite edge so there is a space of equal distance between the two strips on each side.
I totally forgot to take pictures of this.
Repeat this process on the chenille so that you have two 36 inch.
You could even make small individual play mats 18x18 would be a perfect fun size.
A smoother fabric for a backing.
Diy drawstring toy bag playmat free sewing pattern tutorial.
Fold down and sew.
Stitch the first strip to outer edge of play mat.
I made a pond and a sandy patch.
Each edge needs to be at least 21 or one inch more than what you want the.
Repeat with the other piece of fabric until you have two large circles.
Fold one piece of fabric into quarters.
Mark the cut slits on the inner fabric and snip at the fold.
Fold strip in half lengthwise and press.
Or use a small bag you already have ribbon sewing tape drawstring for bag chord optional.