Tutorial: Tic Tac Toe Tote
The tic tac toe game makes a bold graphic design on a front of a tote, but it’s also a functioning game with pieces that snap on and off. Anna from Journey Into Creativity shows how you can make one. … Read more ...
Free pattern: School supplies organizer tote
This school supply tote is packed with pockets for pens and paper and other supplies. You can make one with a free pattern and tutorial from Nap Time Creations. There are individual pen or pencil pockets, a wide pocket for… Read more ...
Tutorial: How to make a zipper tab
Pam from Threading My Way shows how to cover the ends of the zipper with a fabric tab, useful for when you’re making a zip pouch that has the end of the zipper sticking out past the end of the… Read more ...
Tutorial: Designer-inspired faux leather tote
An oversized leather tote has been on my wish list for quite a while. They can be pretty expensive to buy, but Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can make your own. Her DIY version cost a fraction… Read more ...
Tutorial – Make a Stroller tote bag
There’s a very good reason this tote bag doesn’t have handles. It’s made to attach to the handles of a stroller so you’ll have a place to put all the stuff you carry with you when you’re out with baby. … Read more ...
Free pattern: Heart backpack
Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern for making this adorable heart backpack. It’s kid-sized, perfect to carry to school or to grandma’s house. It’s fully lined and has adjustable straps. Use a bright print like she did… Read more ...
Free Sewing pattern: Discotech Clutch
Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a free pattern at Sew Mama Sew for her Discotech Clutch. The small purse has metal cut out handles, pockets in the lining, and an inner snap closure. Finished measurements are 12″ long x 8″… Read more ...
Tutorial: Clear vinyl quote totes
These clear vinyl quote tote allow you to change your message whenever the mood strikes you. Just print a new quote and replace it in the inside pocket. Dana from MADE created them for her daughter’s space-themed birthday party, and… Read more ...
Free pattern: Curved top cosmetic bag
Melissa from Polkadot Chair shares a free pattern for making a curved top cosmetic bag. You can embellish them as you like. She gives hers extra details like a bow on the front and rectangle of leather on the bottom.… Read more ...
Tutorial: Gym duffle bag with a rip stop lining
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this awesome duffle bag. Use it for toting your clothes to the gym, or for your child to carry her equipment to spring sports practice. It’s made from a sturdy home dec weight fabric,… Read more ...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans wine bottle gift bag
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can make a wine gift bag out of a jeans leg. The hem of the jeans becomes the opening of the bag. The pair she used for this bag had a button… Read more ...
Tutorial: Mouse ear earbud pouch
Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can make this earbud pouch inspired by a certain very famous mouse. The earbud pouch is shaped like mouse ears – a mouse ear-bud pouch! If you’ve got a Disney vacation planned, this… Read more ...
Tutorial: Upgrade a plain tote with a denim pocket and adjustable strap
Sara from Radiant Home Studio has another canvas tote bag upgrade to share with us. This time she’s giving a plain canvas tote a denim pocket with grommets and an adjustable denim strap. I think this is my favorite of… Read more ...
Tutorial: Fabric and ribbon tote bag
Lia Griffith shows how you can make a simple tote bag. It’s super easy to make from a sturdy home dec weight fabric and wide ribbon for the handles. The ribbon handles are sewn all the way down the sides… Read more ...
Sewing Tutorial: Simple coupon wallet
If saving money is on your New Year’s resolution list, check out this tutorial by Steph from The Silly Pearl. She shows how you can make a simple coupon wallet out of Kraft-Tex, which is a fabric paper product. … Read more ...