Bags and purses – Page 34

Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Small quilted clutch bag

March 17, 2018 by Anne Weaver

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 ...

Tutorial: Backpack for a toddler

March 16, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Make a backpack for your toddler that’s sized just right for them! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair showing how. Choose several coordinating cotton prints to make it extra cute. It’s perfect for sleepovers and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric wallet with plenty of pockets

March 14, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This wallet has everything you need or want in a wallet – plenty of pockets for credit cards and small change and paper money, plus it’s made from pretty fabric prints. You can find a free tutorial at Sew4Home showing… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Library book tote bag

March 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how to make a tote that’s perfect for trips to the library! The bag is roomy to hold all the books you’re taking to and from the library. A zippered pocket on the inside… Read more ...

Tutorial: Zipper pouch with mini bow accent

March 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver

These zip pouches with little gold bows are the cutest!! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how to make one. The florals and the little bow give are so pretty and feminine – perfect for a makeup bag… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Cork eyeglass case

March 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Have you sewed with cork fabric before? I haven’t, but it’s on my list to try. I have a feeling I will love it! Sara from Sew Sweetness has a free pattern for a cute glasses case that you can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Foldover clutch purse

March 2, 2018 by Anne Weaver

You can sew a stylish lined zippered pouch like this one. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how. Color blocking shows off the foldover top, and a large yarn tassel hangs from the zipper pull. Make it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Loyalty card zip pouch with dividers

February 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

See how to sew a zip pouch to organize all your loyalty cards and gift cards! Staci from Crafty Stacii has a tutorial showing how to sew one. It’s sized just right to hold credit cards, gift cards, and… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Denim jeans pocket tote bag

February 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Whether they get worn out or just outgrown, it seems all of us have at least one pair of old jeans hanging around the house. Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can use an old pair of jeans… Read more ...

Tutorial: One Square Tote

February 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Start with a square of fabric, and sew it into a tote! Lisa from Cucicucicoo shares a tutorial for making her One Square Tote, a basic tote you can make from a square of fabric. You can make it into… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Easy method for boxing a bag bottom

February 23, 2018 by Anne Weaver

When I make a bag, boxed bottoms are a must for me. Usually I open out the corner and line up the side seams before sewing a straight line across. It works but you have to be careful that your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace edge zipper pouch

February 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver

http://www.awilson.co.uk/easy-lace-zip-purse-tutorial/

Have you seen those pretty lace edge zippers? I have a few of them in my stash but I’ve never used them because I haven’t quite figured out the right project for them. Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: No-sew rainbow applique tote bag

February 18, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Cold grey winter days don’t stand a chance when you’re carrying a rainbow with you! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this rainbow applique tote bag. You won’t even need… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather drawstring backpack

February 15, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Hey fellow sewing enthusiasts! Remember those classic drawstring backpacks we all tackled as beginners? Well, Delia from Delia Creates has taken that simple project up a notch by crafting a chic version using faux leather. The result is a stylish… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Add a zipper pocket when making a bag

February 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Sew Sweetness shows how you can add a zipper pocket to any bag. It’s a video tutorial so you can watch to see what to do. Put them on the lining on the inside of the bag, or… Read more ...