strap piece. unfold it with the seam facing out, so you have one long strip. fold over the top and bottom edges about an inch and press. fold the top and bottom edges again so they meet in the center and press. stitch each side down the center.
8. to connect the strap to the bag, fold under the raw edges of the strap 1/4 inch. match one edge of the strap to the seam of the bag and stitch in a square. sew other end of strap to the bag the same way. turn the bag inside out and enjoy! 