Easy Sew Bucket Bag Tutorial with Free Pattern

Sew a cute new bag for yourself with this fun bucket bag sewing project! This style of bag is so trendy and it looks great with anything. A bag like this is quick to make so you can whip one up in an afternoon or less. The shape of the bag shows off a pretty fabric print, so this is a great project for using a favorite fabric. A drawstring closure at the top keeps everything inside, safe and sound.

The included free sewing pattern makes this bag simple to put together. This project is easy enough for a beginner to make. Use it as a purse, a gym bag, or even as a small overnight bag. With the drawstring top this would also make a great bag for carrying your lunch to work. Get the tutorial and free sewing pattern from Happiest Camper.

Making bags is fun! If you’re looking for even more quick and cute bags to sew, here are a few ideas:

Take a couple of tea towels and turn them into a slouchy tote bag with this tea towel origami bag tutorial from Orange Bettie. Tea towels are available in so many cute prints, and it takes just a handful of simple straight seams to make the transformation.

A messenger style bag is perfect for when you want to carry your things hand free. This Mod Messenger Bag from Diary of a Quilter is easy to make from quilting cotton. You could also use a home dec weight fabric. Get the tutorial at Diary of a Quilter.

Backpacks are also a fun way to carry your things hands-free. Especially when your backpack is sewn from a cute fabric print. This easy backpack sewing tutorial from Alice & Lois shows how to make a simple drawstring backpack from quilting cotton. It’s lined and has an optional pocket on the outside.

[photo credit: Happiest Camper]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!