Bags and purses – Page 30

Sewing pattern: Bit O’ Kindness coin or gift pouches

September 20, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Bit O' Kindness coin or gift pouches

These little Bit O’ Kindness pouches sew up quickly and are the perfect place to stash a little coinage or a small gift for someone. Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial showing how you can make them. The… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Patchwork card holder

September 15, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sew your smallest scraps into a cute little card holder! The little holder is the perfect size for holding a small stack of business cards, so you’ve always got them at the ready. You can find the tutorial at C… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Canteen bag, with free pattern

September 14, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Canteen bag, with free pattern

This canteen bag has such a fun shape! And made from denim, flannel, and corduroy it definitely feels like fall! Sew4Home shares a tutorial and free pattern so you can sew one up for yourself. Piping shows off the classic… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Kids library bag

September 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Turn a kid loose in the library and chances are, you’ll end up with a giant stack of books to take home. Not a bad thing at all! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a simple… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: DIY reusable snack bags

September 12, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: DIY reusable snack bags

These resealable snack bags give you the convenience of a zip top plastic bag but they can be washed and reused again and again. Dafhtne from My Golden Thimble shows how you can make them. This tutorial has a clever… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: 15-minute diaper pouch

September 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Brandy from Gluesticks shows how you can sew a diaper pouch that’s perfect for new parents! The little pouch is easy to toss in a diaper bag, tote, or backpack and has just enough room to hold a few diapers,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Curvy fabric gift card envelopes

September 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Curvy fabric gift card envelopes

Gift cards make great gifts (especially for teens!) but wrapping them can be a challenge. Staci from Crafty Staci shows how you can make this curvy fabric envelope that’s perfect for gifting a gift card! It’s easy to make and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Phone wallet organizer

September 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This phone wallet organizer will help keep your phone and sunglasses from getting scratched when they’re in your purse. You can find a free pattern and tutorial at So Sew Easy. It’s an easy project you can sew in about… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Keychain lip balm holder

September 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Keychain lip balm holder

Sew a little lip balm

holder you can attach to a keychain, lanyard, or backpack! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair showing how. It’s a quick little project to sew and can be made from… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy zipper pencil pouch

September 2, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy zipper pencil pouch

See how you can sew an easy pencil pouch that’s perfect for back-to-school time! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair. It’s easy to personalize by simply using a fabric that suits your child’s interests.… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy tote with large pockets

August 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy tote with large pockets

I don’t know about you, but I love a good tote bag. Something big enough to carry all my stuff (because it seems I’m always carrying stuff with me), but stylish and also easy to carry. Caroline from Sew Can… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag

August 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sew a tote that gives you two looks in one! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making a reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag. One side is made from vinyl for a more polished look,… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Back to school backpack

August 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Make back-to-school a little more special with a handmade backpack for your child! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The quilted backpack is made from quilting weight cotton – with so many… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sewing a round bag bottom

August 16, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Sewing a round bag bottom

Rounded bag bottoms can be tricky to sew. You’re essentially sewing a closed circle of fabric around a curved line. It’s easy to let the curves trip you up, and then you end up with tucks and puckers. Mayra from… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Grocery bag dispenser from an upcycled t-shirt

August 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Grocery bag dispenser from an upcycled t-shirt

It seems our closets (and donate piles) are filled with old t-shirts. They’re in such plentiful supply, I’m always happy to see a way to use them as a sewing or craft supply. Create Kids Couture has a neat idea… Read more ...