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Free pattern: Simple felt clutch/envelope

September 27, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Free pattern: Simple felt clutch/envelope

Free pattern: Simple felt clutch/envelope

Mary Beth from Retro Monkeys shares a free pattern at the Pattern Patter blog for making a simple felt clutch or envelope purse.  She suggests it as a good first sewing project, and I agree.  In fact, my first sewing project years ago was a very similar purse.  The sewing is just a two straight seams, and a snap for a closure.  Made from felt, there’s no need to finish any raw edges or make a lining.  Even though it’s a simple bag, you can embellish it up with a fancy button or applique.  Or, change out the felt for vinyl or leather.

Click the link below to get the free pattern:

Free Pattern – Clutch/Envelope, by Retro Monkeys

[photo from Retro Monkeys on Pattern Patter blog]

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Comments

  1. Catherine Johnson says

    September 28, 2014 at 8:29 am

    So much potential with this simple pattern! Thanks for sharing.

  2. Mary Beth says

    September 29, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    Thanks for sharing with your readers! I realized later that you could make it in any size as well. Gift Cards to Calendars!

  3. Amy Russo says

    September 29, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    So simple and so many uses and so many gifts! a must have pattern for all crafters. 🙂 love this pattern!

  4. Charlotte says

    September 29, 2014 at 2:39 pm

    What a darling clutch. Perfect quick handcrafted gift for a special friend

  5. kinseysue (@kinseysue1) says

    September 29, 2014 at 3:32 pm

    A very cute pattern which can be personalized for the recipient. Thanks for sharing.

  6. Janet C (@PengyPatterns) says

    September 29, 2014 at 3:55 pm

    Sometimes we overlook how useful the simple things are. Great for easy personalized gifts.

  7. adelebeeannpatterns says

    September 29, 2014 at 4:37 pm

    So easy to make and so many fabric possibilities, these would make a great teachers gift or stocking stuffer. Thanks for sharing!

  8. Cloe Cessna says

    September 29, 2014 at 4:53 pm

    Great easy pattern that can be customized!

  9. Barbara Frazier says

    September 29, 2014 at 5:06 pm

    Perfect for my grand-daughter who’s been nagging me to let her sew something. She’s just eight but extremely interested.

    Up to now I didn’t have anything suitable. I know she’s going to love this.

  10. Mary Ann C says

    September 30, 2014 at 4:23 am

    Nice, neat and easy to make. Thanks for sharing!

  11. redcurlzs says

    September 30, 2014 at 6:06 am

    This could have a multitude of uses. Great for a beginner and someone with more experience could make it more challenging with some interesting detail!

  12. Denise Girard says

    September 30, 2014 at 3:11 pm

    What a versatile pattern For the upcoming holidays– a lovely hostess gift with some creative contents. So glad to have this pattern!

  13. sherri s. says

    September 30, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    So great to make for gifts…quick and easy and can be made in so many fabrics and with different trims. Thanks!

  14. jantiki says

    October 1, 2014 at 7:09 am

    Thanks for the pattern! Looks like a great kids idea!

Have you read?

Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.

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