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Always misplacing your camera lens cap? I know I am! Somehow it always ends up in the front pocket of my jeans, and then I forget about it and later wonder where my lens cap has run off to.
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Tote bags are easy to sew and useful for so many purposes! Sweet Red Poppy has a free sewing pattern you can use to make a basic tote bag. The pattern comes in 5 sizes. Make an oversized bag as… Read more ... 
Keep your knitting or crochet projects organized and ready to go with this knitting bag! The bag has a wide bottom to give room for your skeins of yarn. It’s easy to grab and go to take your knitting or… Read more ... 
This knot strap bag is so pretty! And it’s also an easy sewing project, using just one pattern piece. And it’s reversible! Melly Sews has a tutorial and a free sewing pattern you can use. Choose two cotton prints and… Read more ... 
Sew your fabric scraps into an adorable quilted patchwork zipper pouch! Amy Latta Creations has a tutorial showing how to make this cute project. The patchwork is sized perfectly to use precut squares from a mini charm pack, or you… Read more ... 
Kids have outgrown their favorite t-shirts? Don’t throw them away! Stephanie at Swoodson Says has an easy sewing tutorial showing how to upcycle an old t-shirt into a cute drawstring bag. And unlike a t-shirt, your child will never outgrow… Read more ... 
Upcycling is a great way to give new life to old items and reduce waste in the process. And what better way to upcycle than by using old men’s neckties to create fun and creative new designs? Neckties are perfect… Read more ... 
A recessed zipper is a nice finish for a bag. A zipper across the top of the bag keeps your things secure, but you might not want to have the zipper sitting right there on top. If that’s the case,… Read more ... 
Sew a pouch from a shirt cuff with this easy DIY tutorial from Heather Handmade! Shirt cuffs are often left over from other upcycled shirt sewing projects so why not put them to use as handy little pouches? It takes… Read more ... 
If you love knitting as much as I do, you’ll love these DIY knitting bags! It is that time of year to break out all your knitting supplies so I can make all the cozy scarves and hats – for… Read more ... 
Create a cosmetic bag personalized with an embroidered design on the outside! Melly Sews has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The embroidered design protected from water and stains by a layer of vinyl. She also used a… Read more ... 
But don’t let the limited selection discourage you, these monkey-themed sewing patterns are sure to bring a smile to your face and add a touch of fun to any project. Whether you’re looking to make a plush toy for a… Read more ... 
If one zipper on a coin purse is good, two is even better! This little coin purse has one zipper across the top, and then another zipper on a small pocket on the front. Happiest Camper has a tutorial showing … Read more ... 
This boxy drawstring bag is so adorable! You can make one from your scraps using a tutorial from Sum of Their Stories. The boro style patchwork is a lovely way to finish off the bag and use your smallest scraps. … Read more ... 
Leave the one time use produce bags at the store! Use a reusable mesh produce bag instead! Sew Simple Home shows how you can sew a simple drawstring produce bag that you can use over and over. Go to Sew … Read more ...