Free pattern: Simple felt clutch/envelope

September 27, 2014 by Anne Weaver 14 Comments

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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Catherine Johnson says
September 28, 2014 at 8:29 am
So much potential with this simple pattern! Thanks for sharing.
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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!
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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!
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Charlotte says
September 29, 2014 at 2:39 pm
What a darling clutch. Perfect quick handcrafted gift for a special friend
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kinseysue (@kinseysue1) says
September 29, 2014 at 3:32 pm
A very cute pattern which can be personalized for the recipient. Thanks for sharing.
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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.
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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!
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Cloe Cessna says
September 29, 2014 at 4:53 pm
Great easy pattern that can be customized!
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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.
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Mary Ann C says
September 30, 2014 at 4:23 am
Nice, neat and easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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jantiki says
October 1, 2014 at 7:09 am
Thanks for the pattern! Looks like a great kids idea!
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