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A simple drawstring bag makes a great first sewing project – it’s easy to make and useful, too! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to sew one. You can make them in any size, but if… Read more ... 
Is it a bag or a pillow? It’s both! This is the Road Trip Pillow Bag, a pillow you can carry like a bag and with a pocket to hold a favorite book. fat quarter Shop has a tutorial on… Read more ... 
This cell phone wallet has extra pockets to hold credit cards and loose change, and also has a removable long strap so you can carry it cross body when you like. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern… Read more ... 
Do you like to make bags? Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can make a simple bag strap from fabric. With swivel hooks at either end, they’re removable so you can switch from purse (or cross-body bag) to… Read more ... 
This 15-minute tote bag by Alicia from Sew What Alicia makes a fun and quick afternoon sewing project! It would also be a great first sewing project, though a beginner would need more than 15 minutes to complete it. She’s… Read more ... 
When I saw this bag pop up in my reader this morning, I was immediately drawn to wonderful handstitching detail. It’s the Boro Cross Body Bag, and it’s a free pattern from Vicky of Vicky Myers Creations. The small bag… Read more ... 
A simple sunglasses case sewn from vinyl makes a great last minute gift! Dana from MADE Everyday shows how you can sew one up. You can add fun designs to the front with applique. Add flowers, hearts, monograms, it’ll all… Read more ... 
This bow bow clutch bag is the perfect accessory for Easter Sunday! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make this beautiful bag. The big bow is a showy accent for the front and the striped fabric she… Read more ... 
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for making a mini zipper pouch. The small size is cute but it’s also super practical – just big enough to hold credit cards and ID but still small enough to slip… Read more ... 
If you believe rainbows and glitter make everything better, you’re going to love this rainbow and glitter tote! Amber from Damask Love shows how you can make one. It’s easier than you think because you start with a plain canvas… Read more ... 
A drawstring backpack is a great first sewing project for teens, tweens, and even kids to sew! Svetlana from S.O.T.A.K. has a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s made with all straight seams and can be completed in one… Read more ... 
This kitty purse is the cutest!! Kate from See Kate Sew made it for her daughter, and she’s got a tutorial showing how. She also has .svg files you can download and use with a Cricut Maker machine. If you… Read more ... 
Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making this quilted wristlet clutch bag. It’s big enough to hold your phone but small enough to tuck into your back pocket. Or, carry it on your shoulder or cross… Read more ...