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Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can use webbing to create beautiful corded bag handles. The webbing is sturdy to use for handles. There are no raw edges so you can use them as is – no turning… Read more ... 
Kick the plastic snack bag habit! Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can sew fabric snack bags that can be used over and over. No more one-use plastic bags in your trash! Plus, the kids can pick out the… Read more ... 
These mommy & me bags are so fun! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a tutorial showing how to make a simple tote in child and adult sizes. The bags are easy to sew, and fun to customize! Finished bag dimensions… Read more ... 
Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how you can sew this triangle zipper pouch. The long skinny pouch is perfect for holding pens and pencils, but it would also make a nice toiletry pouch. Get some cute fabrics and sew a… Read more ... 
Finding the perfect tote bag can be a difficult process. This bag by Chelsea from Sew Simple Home is the perfect size for carrying around planners, laptops and all those baby diapers. She has a tutorial showing how you can… Read more ... 
As more stores are doing away with one-time-use plastic bags, it’s going to be more important to bring your reusable bags with you. Staci from Crafty Staci shows how you can sew a reusable shopping bag. These bags are easy… Read more ... 
Make reusable snack pouches to save money and use less plastic. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can sew reusable fabric snack pouches that are perfect for bringing snacks to the park or other summer outing! Let the kids… Read more ... 
Smart phones are expensive; keep ’em protected! Vicki Howell shows how you can sew this simple smart phone case. You can make one to fit any size smart phone!
Click below for her tutorial:
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Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew this box pouch zippered case. Use it to hold toiletries or school supplies or small toys. This pretty little zippered case is good for organizing small things! Finished dimensions are… Read more ... 
This phone charger holder keeps everything neat and organized while your phone gets charged! Patti from Hearth & Vine has a tutorial showing ho to make one. It’s a handy travel accessory, and it would also great gift for a… Read more ... 
Turn those old jeans into a cute new tote! Trash to Couture has a great tutorial at Brother Sews showing how to do it. There’s a big pocket on one side and the corners are boxed. The denim is sturdy,… Read more ... 
Sew a convertible tote that turns into a backpack or a cross body bag! Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern for you. It’s big enough to hold a 13″ MacBook Pro, so it’s a great way… Read more ... 
Sew a messenger bag that hangs from a bike’s handle bars! Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial showing how to make it. It’s like the bike baskets from years gone by, but made from fabric and with a… Read more ... 
This mermaid tail backpack is perfect for trips to the pool! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair has a free pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one for your favorite little mermaid.
Click below for her free pattern and… Read more ... 
I still can’t quite get over fanny packs being back in style – but they are. Just ask my 15-year-old daughter, she’ll tell you that they’re actually quite trendy. BurdaStyle shows how you can sew your own fanny pack out… Read more ...