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Tutorial: 15-minute zipper pouch

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Zippered pouches are one of the most versatile and practical handmade gifts you can make. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy project to work on in your free time or you’re in need of a last-minute gift idea,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Retro Overnight Bag

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This Retro Overnight Bag is a free pattern by The Crafty Kitty, shared in a guest post at Birch Fabrics.  The shape is inspired by vintage bowling bags.  It’s a good sized bag that would be good for sleepovers.  The… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Tall leather tote

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Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this tall leather (or faux leather tote.  Theirs is made from a metallic faux leather that they’ve embellished with rows of decorative ribbons.  It’s fully lined, with pockets on the inside to hold phone… Read more ...

Tutorial: Retro phone pouch

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Linda from Novice Beginnings shares a tutorial for making this cute cell phone pouch.  It has a long strap so you can carry it like a purse.  Or, use the hook to attach it to a tote bag.  You could… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet Heart Zip Pouch

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Melissa from Polkadot Chair shares a tutorial for making her Sweet Heart Zip Pouch.  It’s a cute little zippered pouch – perfect for holding nail polishes or pencils & pens or whatever else needs containing – embellished on the front… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lip Balm Holder

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lipbalmholder2Addie from Addie K. shows how you can make a lip balm holder.  It’s a small sleeve just big enough to hold a tube of lip balm.  With the binder ring sewn in at the top, it attaches to a… Read more ...