How to make four-fold straps

Strong straps with no raw edges.

Step by step

1. Press the interfaced strip in half lengthwise and open.
2. Fold each long edge to the centre crease and press.
3. Fold in half again and press.
4. Edgestitch both long sides.

Sources

All checked 1 November 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.

1. Stitch and Sew: Lined tote bag with boxed corners