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A few packets of hot cocoa – and maybe a cute mug to drink them from – makes a great Christmas gift for neighbors and coworkers. Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew up little fabric bags… Read more ... 
Do you save the selvages from your quilting cottons? If you don’t, you should! They’re a fun history of the fabrics you’ve worked with, and the color and the text printed on them can be quite charming. Sarah Ashford shares… Read more ... 
This sashiko coin purse is a pretty way to carry your change (or other small items), and it’s a great scrapbusting project, too! Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a sewing tutorial showing how you can make one. Pull out… Read more ... 
Sew a wool “sack bag” for the perfect accent to your fall wardrobe! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern and tutorial for you. It’s a big slouchy bag with a fun casual look. You can make… Read more ... 
These little pouches make great gifts! Sew some up and fill them with goodies! Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial over at Polka Dot Chair showing how to make the little pouches. They’re easy to sew – great for… Read more ... 
Sew a gorgeous fall tote from plaid flannel and faux leather! I’ve got a tutorial and free pattern for you over at Orange Bettie. It’s a good sized bag – 22″ wide x 13.5″ tall – so there’s plenty of… Read more ... 
This simple phone sleeve is easy to make from felt and faux leather. You can find a tutorial at A Little Craft In Your Day showing how to make one. You can make it to fit any size phone. There’s… Read more ... 
Got some orphan quilt blocks? Or you want to make some quilt blocks, but not a whole quilt? Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can turn those quilt blocks into an adorable tote! She used Halloween themed quilt… Read more ... 
These handy cosmetic pouches have zippers that open wide when you need to get into your pouch, but then snap down at the sides when the pouch is closed. Caroline has a great tutorial showing how you can make one. … Read more ... 
A drawstring backpack makes a great first sewing project for kids learning to sew! It’s an easy project to sew and is something kids can use. Cindy from Skip To My Lou has a tutorial showing how to sew a… Read more ... 
This small bag is perfect for when you want to travel light! Anna from Noodlehead has a free pattern for making it. It has just enough room to carry a wallet and phone, but it’s still small enough to be… Read more ... 
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can sew the cutest Hotel Transylvania Trick or Treat bags! You don’t even have to have seen the movie to think these bags are super adorable. Her tutorial includes free patterns to… Read more ... 
Sewing a zipper sounds a lot harder than it actually is. Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a great tutorial showing how to do it. The tutorial includes how to make a cute felt fringe zip pouch that’s easy to… Read more ... 
This free pattern download & tutorial is a great sew for beginners on up. Best way to decide between two fabrics you love? Use them both and make a Peeking Pocket Tote Bag. Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a… Read more ... 
Obviously costumes are important for Trick or Treating. But so is the bag! After all, that’s where you’re gonna put your candy! Amy from Ameroonie Designs show show you can make an adorable embellished Trick or Treat bag. The tote… Read more ...