14 Handy Travel Accessories You Can Sew

Whether you’re headed out on a long road trip or just hopping a plane for a quick weekend trip, having the right travel accessories can make your trip go much smoother. And I don’t know about you, but the stores never seem to have exactly the kind of accessory I’m looking for. But if you sew, it’s easy to sew your own travel accessories and make exactly what you want.

We’ve rounded up some tutorials showing how you can make handy travel accessories to make your adventures more organized.

From shoe bags to toiletry cases to luggage tags, read on for some great travel accessory sewing ideas!

DIY Storage Bag in 3 Sizes – Smart Expandable Bag by AppleGreen Cottage

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Sassy Sleep Mask – Free Sewing Pattern by Orange Bettie

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Free Pattern: Travel Jewelry Case by Sew Can She

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Sew and Use Packing Cubes by Melly Sews

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How to Make a Travel Neck Pillow: DIY Video and Tutorial by The Renegade Seamstress

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Sew a DIY Travel Toiletries Bag by The Crafty Gentleman

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Easy Travel Pillowcase Tutorial – with French seams! by Broadway Fabrics

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No Peek – DIY Luggage Tags by Sew Simple Home

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Re-Imagine and Renovate: Laminated Travel Toiletry Bag by Sew4Home

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20 Minute DIY Sloth Travel Pillow Made With The Cricut by Hello Creative Family

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DIY Toiletry Bag [Full Tutorial to Make a Hanging Travel Bag] by Mary Martha Mama

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How to Make a Luggage Handle Cover by Little Birdie Secrets

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DIY Travel Toothbrush Roll Bag by Heather Handmade

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How to Sew a Luggage Tag by Positively Splendid

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Fabric Tic Tac Toe Travel Game Sewing Tutorial

Kids Travel Toiletry Bag Sewing Tutorial

Easy Travel Toothbrush Roll Sewing Tutorial

Easy Travel Laundry Bag Sewing Tutorial

The Best Travel Accessories Tutorials To Sew

How to Sew a Kids Travel Art Folio

Are you looking to make your first dress or just craving a quick, stylish sewing project? The Simple Shift Dress tutorial from Sew Essential is the perfect starting point! This tutorial walks you through each step of the process, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and seasoned sewers looking for a no-fuss yet fashionable creation. Shift dresses are known for their timeless design and flattering shape, making them a wardrobe staple for many. Whether you’re preparing for a casual outing or a special event, this dress can be made to suit any occasion.

What makes this project so beginner-friendly? The instructions are clear, straightforward, and easy to follow. Plus, the pattern is simple, so you don’t need advanced sewing skills to create a stunning dress that looks professionally made. The straight lines and minimal shaping allow for a great deal of customization, so you can tweak the design to fit your personal taste, whether by experimenting with different fabrics or adding fun details like pockets, a belt, or a decorative hem.

For a more comfortable and tailored fit, you can also adjust the sleeve length, neckline, or hemline to suit the season or your style preferences. This shift dress pattern is incredibly versatile, offering you a broad canvas to explore your creativity in garment sewing.

And if you’re wondering about fabric, this project works beautifully with a variety of materials! Lightweight cotton, linen, jersey, or even a heavier fabric for cooler months—this shift dress can adapt to different textures and colors to create a unique piece that reflects your personality.

So, if you’re eager to enhance your sewing skills with a dress that’s both simple and stylish, be sure to check out Sew Essential’s Simple Shift Dress tutorial. This project is sure to build your confidence in dressmaking while delivering a stunning end result you’ll want to wear again and again! Happy sewing!

Free pattern: Simply Shift Dress

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Scalloped shift dress

Shift dress pattern, linen dress pattern, PDF sewing patterns

Tutorial: Mod Shift Dress for little girls

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