’Nova’ pleated bag is constructed by alternating front loop stitches and back loop stitches for each panel to create a natural fan fold, which allows for the draw string to pull the fabric into pleats. Draw strings are attached at the bottom of the bag which allows the bag to be pleated, and easy for store away. The pattern has detailed instruction and pictures, for guidance. A video, created to show the working of the drawstrings and the pleats, is included in the pattern.