Bags and purses – Page 47

Tutorial: French Market Tote

January 18, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Andy from A Bright Corner shares a tutorial for her French Market Tote. This bag has such beautiful and simple lines that will show off a pretty fabric. The lining fabric peeks out in a strip of fabric around the… Read more ...

Free pattern: Zippy Lips zipper pouch

January 18, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This lip zip pouch is so cute for Valentine’s Day! Kristen at Create Kids Couture shares a free pattern and tutorial. Use it as a small makeup pouch or little change purse. Or, for a bigger pouch, just enlarge the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make zipper tabs to cover the ends of your zippers

January 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Rarely do I have a zipper the exact length I need when making a zipper bag. That’s okay, though, because you can easily shorten a zipper to make it fit. Damjana from Apple Green Cottage shows how to shorten zippers… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a bucket bag from an old leather jacket

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Got an old leather jacket you’re not wearing any more? It’ might be because the style is outdated, or perhaps there’s some damage on it that can’t be repaired. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress has a tutorial at eHow showing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sashiko denim patchwork clutch

January 11, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This patchwork clutch by Lindsey Crafter combines raw edge denim and sashiko stitching to create a richly textured surface. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it! She uses purchased jean patches for the patchwork accents, but you could… Read more ...

Free pattern: Hexi coin purse

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Melanie from The Littlest Studio shares a free pattern for making this cute little hexi coin purse. It looks like it would be a perfect little pouch for your earbuds. It’s easy to make from leather or faux leather because… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple card holder wallet

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This card holder wallet is so easy to make! Lucy from Charm About You shares a free pattern and tutorial. The pattern is just 3 pieces and there’s no need to finish the edges. The card pockets have an optional… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy fold over clutch with leather accent bottom

January 5, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Rachel Teodoro shares a tutorial for making a lovely fold over clutch with a leather accent bottom. The fold over top has a zipper closure so all your stuff stays inside where it should be. The simple bag style is… Read more ...

Tutorial: Wool felt tablet cover

January 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Rachel from Urban Acreage shows how you can make a wool felt tablet cover. The design is simple and easy to sew, but pretty in its simplicity. The edges of the wool felt won’t fray, so there’s no need to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rocky Mountain Satchel

January 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Rocky Mountain Satchel. It has a long shoulder strap and also a pair of shorter straps for you to carry it in your hand. A small pocket on the side will keep your phone… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clear vinyl zip bags

January 3, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These clear vinyl zip bags are perfect for organizing! They keep your stuff all together, and the clear vinyl allows you to easily see what’s inside. Natalie from HungryHippie Sews shows how you can make them. The strip of fabric… Read more ...

Tutorial: Knotted strap cross body mini purse

January 3, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This little cross body purse is the perfect small purse when you need to carry just the essentials. Sew4Home has a free tutorial for making it. Darts at the bottom give extra room for bulkier items. The knotted straps are… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple convertible backpack tote bag

January 2, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make a tote that easily converts to a backpack! Diane from Ooh! Pretty Colors shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how to do it. The bag uses the same set of straps for both the backpack and tote… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a simple lined zipper pouch

December 30, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how to sew a simple zippered pouch with a lining. These little bags are so satisfying to make! They’re quick and easy, and once you can adjust the dimensions to make them in any… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leather wallet gift card holders

December 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Most of the little kids in our family havve grown up into teenagers and young adults, so much of our Christmas gift giving comes in the form of gift cards. I’m always on the lookout for cute ways to package… Read more ...