Mini Crossbody Bag Free Sewing Pattern

Have you seen the photos of carefree women cycling along with a little crossbody bag to keep the vital necessities safe? With a free printable pattern and step-by-step instructions from HelloSewing, this could be you. The crossbody bag is quilted and perfect for keeping your cell phone safe, plus other essentials, like a credit card and lipstick. It is not only for days out cycling. Use it when you go shopping or at festivals and concerts when you want to be unencumbered and enjoy all the fun without a large bag weighing you down.

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Looking for more sewing patterns for Fanny Packs or Bum bags as they are also called? Check out these patterns we found on Etsy.

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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!