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A simple drawstring bag makes a great project for beginners. It’s easy to sew and can be used as a jewelry bag, toiletries bag, or even a bag to hold small toys. Catherine from Dainty Dress Diaries shows how to… Read more ... 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist has a tutorial showing how you can sew a yoga mat bag. Her mat bag is made with closed ends and a zipper down a long side, making it easier to get the mat inside… Read more ... 
Sew4Home shows how you can sew a classic satchel bag. It’s big enough to pack for a weekend trip, but easy enough to carry to take with you to the gym. It has a pockets on the inside as well… Read more ... 
Have you ever seen a piece of spectacular embroidered trim but haven’t known what to do with it because it’s so wide? Sachiko from Tea Rose Home has a great idea. She used a bit of wide Embroided trim
to… Read more ... 
Skip the throwaway gift wrapping paper this year and save a hole-y scarf from the trash with this upcycle sewing tutorial by Stephanie at Swoodson Says. You only have a few seams to sew, this is faster than going to… Read more ... 
See how you can sew a roomy bag that’s perfect for an overnight trip! Delia Creates has a sewing tutorial on her blog. The leather straps give it a upscale and modern look. There are short straps to carry it… Read more ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ...