How to Replace Basic Bag Lining

Introduction

This guide outlines the basic steps to replace rectangular bag lining with a newly sewn lining, whether because the original lining was damaged or because you want a different fabric for the lining. It requires basic sewing skills to complete but will allow you to continue using a bag to its fullest with the lining like new again.

What you need

Step 1 Bag Lining

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Assess the old bag lining you will be replacing.
Consider color, material, and amount of fabric needed for the new lining.

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Step 2

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At the seams, use your hands or sewing to carefully rip or cut out old bag lining.

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Step 3

Lay out old bag lining on fabric and measure out the size of the new bag lining, adding an extra 2 cm on each side.

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Step 4

Fold new fabric in half to create one closed end for the bag lining.
Cut out bag lining based on measurements from previous step.

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Step 5

Stitch the two sides of fabric adjacent to the folded side to create a rectangle with one opening.
You can stitch by hand or use a sewing machine.
Use stitches small and tight enough to ensure new lining remains intact.
Finish stitching 2 cm from the end of the open side.

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Step 6

Fold over extra 2 cm from the opening of the new bag lining outward to hide the raw edge of the fabric.
With a needle suitable for sewing through your bag material, attach the bag lining with a straight running stitch around the mouth of the bag.
See the article How to Work a Running Stitch from The Spruce Crafts to learn how to do a running stitch.