Bags and purses

Sewing tutorial: On-the-go art tote for kids

December 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kids will love this on-the-go art tote! It’s got all the pockets they need to bring an art project with them. It’s perfect for road trips or busy bags or visits to grandma’s! Lish Dorset shares a sewing tutorial at… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Upcycled reusable gift tag

December 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep your holiday green this year by sewing and using these fun fabric gift tags! Personalize each one for your family members and use them year after year. Made with upcycled jeans and cotton scraps, this is an economical way… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Raindrop drawstring bags

November 19, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These little raindrop bags are the cutest little pouches! They’re the perfect way to wrap up a small gift. Or use one as a jewelry pouch! Andy from A Bright Corner has a tutorial showing how to make these sweet… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Hot cocoa gift bags

November 14, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Pieced selvage zip pouch

November 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Sashiko coin purse

November 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Free sewing pattern: Wool sack bag

November 3, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Little fabric gift pouches

November 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Faux leather and plaid flannel tote

October 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Easy felt and leather phone sleeve

October 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Quilt block Trick or Treat tote

October 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Cute Corners Cosmetic Bag

October 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Easy drawstring backpack

October 15, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Hotel Transylvania Trick or Treat Bag

October 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 tutorial: Felt fringe zipper pouch

September 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 ...

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