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Turn your fabric scraps into something really special with this tutorial from Sara from Radiant Home Studio. She shows how you can create a patchwork sunglasses case with Kantha stitching. The Kantha stitching adds lovely texture and also helps unite… Read more ... 
These little zip coin pouches are the perfect place to stash some spending money, or perhaps a set of earbuds or any other smaller items you need to keep up with. Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make… Read more ... 
A pencil pouch is always a fun back-to-school sewing project! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows 3 ways to sew a zipper pouch. They’re all super cute and easy to do! The first is a basic zip pouch with applique… Read more ... 
This roomy tote has a big zip pocket sewn into the front! How’s that for handy? I’ve got a tutorial over at Orange Bettie showing how to make this bag. The zip pocket takes just a few extra steps when… Read more ... 
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can sew this pretty pencil pouch with a bow at the top. So cute for back to school time!! The size is perfect to toss into a backpack. The zipper down the… Read more ... 
I love a good zip pouch for a quick sewing project. This makeup pouch would be fun to sew up, and it makes a great gift! With a wristlet strap and a vinyl lining, this makeup pouch is a step… Read more ... 
I’m loving this lemon coin purse for summer! Amy from Sew Incredibly Crazy shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern at Therm O Web. She made the little zip pouch with a mix of cute lemon-y yellow cotton prints. You… Read more ... 
This backpack is a beginner’s project, designed to be more comfortable than the drawstring version. The free pattern from Joy’s Jots, Shots, & Whatnots uses only straight lines, making this a great project for beginners. Get creative with this pattern… Read more ... 
These cube zipper cases are the cutest!! And they’re the perfect size to hold a stack of Post-It notes, which might be one of my favorite back-to-school supplies ever. They’ve even got elastic tabs to hold a pen or pencil,… Read more ... 
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can sew a drawstring bag with a divider in the lining. It’s the perfect size to hold 6 bottles of nail polish (3 on each side of the divider so they don’t… Read more ... 
Sew your fabric scraps into a cute case to hold your sunglasses! Courtney from Sweeter Than Cupcakes shares a tutorial showing how to make these quilt-as-you-go sunglasses cases. The quilting adds shaping and also helps protect the lenses of your… Read more ... 
Adjustable straps are kind of like magic. The way the strap loops back on itself allows you to easily adjust the length. They’re hard not to make, as long as you know exactly which pieces get sewn and looped where. … Read more ... 
Make an and easy and chic tote bag to carry all your essentials. Use canvas for strength and stability and use leather to add sophisticated leather handles. The leather really sets this bag apart! French seams allow you to keep… Read more ... 
This tablet case is sure to be a hit with baseball fans! (See what I did there?) Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how to make it. The red laces are made with heat transfer vinyl, and she’s got the… Read more ... 
Chelsea from GYCT shows how you can make a simple drawstring backpack with a couple of deep pockets on the front. It’s an easy bag to make and a great first sewing project! The pockets are just the right place… Read more ...