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Saki & Ookii – Japanese Knot Bags in Two Sizes

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Designer Patterns

Saki & Ookii – Japanese Knot Bags in Two Sizes

A digital sewing pattern from Betha Bags to make a Japanese knot bag in both a wristlet style and a shoulder bag. A Japanese knot bag typically has two straps, one long and the other short. The longer strap is looped through a short strap on the opposite side of the bag opening, which brings the bag top together. A simple bag to construct and an easy sewing project that any confident beginner can use. shoulder bag measurements: width 38.5 cm (15.1″) body height 36 cm (14.1″

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Free Projects

Stitch a Denim Sashiko Bag

A free tutorial by Vicky Myers Sashiko stitching is a form of decorative and/or reinforcement stitching, or hand embroidery, using the running stitch technique. Sashiko stitching was started in Japan. Vicky Myers created this beautiful lined Sashiko bag using recycled denim and pretty cotton scraps. She shares her free Sashiko bag tutorial with you! Also check out the super-quick video below this post to see exactly how Sashiko stitching is done in less than 60 seconds. Sewi

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Designer Patterns

Japanese Knot Bags

A Sewing + Knitting Pattern Round Up! Japanese knot bags are one of the most popular bags here at PatternPile.com. Japanese knot bags are carried over your wrist and have a lovely round shape for a bag that can be created at any size. Japanese knot bags are used as knitting bags, lunch bags, etc. Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing & Crochet Patterns - Buy

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Handbags & Purses

Chilly Dog’s Japanese Knot Bags

A Free Sewing Project I liked this tutorial so much that I had to add it to our pile of Japanese Knot bag sewing resources. The Chilly Dog blog offers a wonderful free sewing tutorial and pattern to download. Follow the instructions carefully! We love the shape of these Japanese Knot bags! Go to the Japanese Knot Bags by Chilly Dog Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies

Easy Beginner Sewing: Japanese Bento Bags

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Lunch Bags

Easy Beginner Sewing: Japanese Bento Bags

An exceptionally easy beginner sewing project to make a modern Japanese bento lunch bag starting with two triangles of fabric. Watch the free video lesson below featuring Style Novice demonstrating just how simple this Bento lunch bag is to sew. If you need written steps for this free sewing project visit Style Novice‘s blog here. Sewing Supplies: 1 metre of heavy decor weight cotton fabric, laminated cotton, or cotton linen a measuring tape scissors sewing chalk sewing pins

Zakka Style eBook – 24 Projects to Sew as Gifts – PDF + ePub

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Quilted Bags

Zakka Style eBook – 24 Projects to Sew as Gifts – PDF + ePub

Rashida Coleman-Hale has gathered talented designers from around the world to bring you 24 delightful Zakka projects. Zakka, a Japanese term meaning “many things,” is all about all the little things that improve your home and appearance. Create a one-of-a-kind picture frame, a stylish bread bag, a whimsical bookmark, a chic tote, and so much more. You’ll love these bright, imaginative designs-make them for yourself and everyone you know! Featuring contributions by Amanda Jenn

Reversible Laurel Canyon Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern

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Designer Patterns

Reversible Laurel Canyon Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern

by Michelle Freedman aka Japanese Knot Bag Include some California canyon vibe to your wardrobe with this laid-back, casual bag also known as a Japanese Knot bag. The fun reversible style is roomy enough to hold all you need for an afternoon commute and sleek enough for an evening out. The Laurel Canyon Bag has an easy-to-stitch zipper pocket for extra security. Customize your bag with some vintage buttons. Go to the Laurel Canyon Bag – PDF Pattern Advertisement More bags lik

Quilted Adjustable Japanese Knot Purse – PDF Pattern + Tutorial

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Designer Patterns

Quilted Adjustable Japanese Knot Purse – PDF Pattern + Tutorial

This is a quick and easy sewing project from Artful Frippery that results in a beautiful quilted Japanese Knot purse! The finished bag is lined and the dimensions are 12″ wide and 10″ high with a 21″ tie strap. Go to PDF sewing pattern for Quilted Adjustable Knot Purse “Very nice pattern…..good instructions and lots of helpful pictures!” happyhappyme Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Des

Japanese Inspired Origami Oasis Bento Bags

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Lunch Bags

Japanese Inspired Origami Oasis Bento Bags

An easy to sew, and fun to carry origami bento bag and beautiful cotton fabrics all designed by Tamara Kate. These Japanese-inspired bags are perfect gift bags, small project bags, and lunch & snack bags. Tamara Kate recommends making these bags with double layers of fabric so that they are strong and finished without the wrong sides of fabric showing on the inside or the tied top closure. She shows us how she creates these bags, while showcasing some of the fabrics from he

Kaishi-ire Japanese Tea Ceremony Pouch – Free DIY

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Clutch Bags

Kaishi-ire Japanese Tea Ceremony Pouch – Free DIY

from Little Sparrow Nest A Japanese Tea Ceremony Pouch DIY + free sewing pattern from Little Sparrow Nest. A quick & fun DIY for a Kaishi-ire. Kaishi-ire are used as part of the traditional Japanese tea-ceremony. We can use this simple fold-over clutch bag for just about anything! The lovely Georgia Sakura Howell who designed the clutch says she “loves to incorporate unique traditional textile pieces into her daily life to add unique elements to her personal style”. Think

Drawstring Flat-Bottomed Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Free Projects

Drawstring Flat-Bottomed Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

Using some cute Japanese polka-dot fabric, Kristie from Obsessive Crafting Disorder created this sweet flat-bottomed drawstring bag to give as a gift and took some great photos as she sewed, to share with us in this free sewing tutorial. This exterior of this drawstring bag is sewn with linen and cotton, and is lined with cotton. Of course you can use any light to medium-weight fabric to make this bag. It is round bottomed which allows the bag to sit upright with the drawstri

Convertible Ribbon Tote Bag PDF Sewing Pattern – Zakka! + How to Gather With a Serger

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Designer Patterns

Convertible Ribbon Tote Bag PDF Sewing Pattern – Zakka! + How to Gather With a Serger

This is a PDF sewing pattern to create a feminine gathered tote bag with step-by-step instructions and easy to follow diagrams. (Zakka in Japanese means “charming and practical items used in everyday life”.) This pattern is for one tote but you end up with two pretty styles! The spacious drawstring tote bag converts into a beautiful swing “boho” style shoulder bag when the side drawstrings are pulled tight. A sweet bow is hand stitched to the front of the bag to add a feminin

Granny Bag – Free Sewing Translation and PDF Pattern + How To Bind and Corner A Raw Edge Using

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Free Projects

Granny Bag – Free Sewing Translation and PDF Pattern + How To Bind and Corner A Raw Edge Using

Rin from Sew in Love shares this Japanese sewing pattern translation for a cute, floral tote bag from Bee Factory who also produced the Double Zipped Pouch sewing tutorial. This style of bag is called a “granny bag” in Japan. The term “granny” applies to rounded bags which have gathering and pleats. ⇒ Get the Free Translation ⇐ (the free pdf pattern is there too!) How To Bind and Corner A Raw Edge Using Bias Tape (Sewing Tutorial – No Tool Required) from Burley Sew Just Arriv

The Sakura Purse – Free PDF Pattern + Tutorial

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Handbags & Purses

The Sakura Purse – Free PDF Pattern + Tutorial

I love the shape of this purse, as well as the lines within the design. Choly Knight shows us exactly how to make one. This purse would make an excellent gift for a teen. I can see this bag made from denim, canvas, raw silk… (ooo lala!) what a fabulous bag to make from scraps. Such a versatile style! Get the Pattern & Tutorial ♥ P. Kaufmann Hip Berry Fabric Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from S

Create a Double Zipped Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Create a Double Zipped Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

Sew an easy double zipped pouch with two compartments with this free tutorial from Japanese Sewing Books. Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing & Crochet Patterns - Buy 5 patterns and get 20% off with code: PATTERNS5 🐯 Share it: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens

It’s In The Frame Bag – Free Tutorial + Machine Embroidery Stabilizer Tips

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Handbags & Purses

It’s In The Frame Bag – Free Tutorial + Machine Embroidery Stabilizer Tips

This gorgeous handbag by Vickie of Vicki’s Fabric Creations, is inspired by the many bag patterns that are available using the original Japanese origami style design. Vickie embroidered the designs in variegated thread on a heavy black cotton fabric using iron-on interfacing as stabilizer to keep everything in place after they were finished. She explains that this gives the bag a bit more body. Read more about how this bag was constructed and learn how to make one too! Wa

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