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Designer Patterns

The Cute Cathedral Cube Pouch

Arabesque Scissors The Cute Cathedral Cube pouch epattern from Arabesque Scissors features a three-dimensional, curved “cathedral window” design that is ideal to showcase a favored fabric scrap, creating a “fussy cut” as seen in the center of the side panel in the sample photo above. This is an intermediate level sewing project that features an easy method for assembling the cathedral window component. This lovely little pouch measures 4″ x 2″ x 2″ (10cm x 5cm x 5cm). To suc

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Designer Patterns

The Hudson Bag Pattern + Video Tutorial

A Sewing Pattern from Sallie Tomato Sallie Tomato This sewing pattern from Sallie Tomato was designed to store plastic storage boxes for organizing hobby supplies such as beads, sewing machine feet, fishing tackle, small toys, and more! You can also use it as an insulated lunch bag or small cooler, by adding a layer of Insul-Bright. This is a practical and well-designed bag for active lifestyles. Perfect for the baseball and soccer field, the beach, or a day trip to the cabin

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Backpacks

The Trekoda Mini Backpack

A PDF Sewing Pattern and Video Tutorial from Country Cow Designs Country Cow Designs A mini backpack designed for kids and adults alike from Country Cow Designs. Ideal for commuting, travel, school, or for everyday. No binding, The bag interior offers a small zippered pocket. Sewing details are included with this pattern to reduce and re-position the backpack straps for adults and children. The Trekoda Mini Backpack has two shape/style options for the top of the bag; a boxy

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Free Projects

Boxy Handbag Tutorial

LeJanaroB Patterns LeJanaroB Patterns had a blast creating this wonderful mini boxy handbag sewing tutorial! Someone asked if they could include insulating material to create a simple lunch bag with this tutorial. A fabulous idea! What will you do with your mini boxy handbag? Check out the mini-tutorial on Instagram and the full video tutorial from Youtube below: Mini sewing tutorial: View this post on Instagram I had a ball creating this mini boxy tote tutorial! Someone aske

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Designer Patterns

Kids’ Dollhouse Bags

This is a PDF sewing tutorial for making a sweet dollhouse bag. Sew this toy for your favorite kids and encourage them to play and travel independently. The pattern also includes a tutorial with lots of photos and instructions of every step to make this adorable dollhouse bag. Dimensions of the finished dollhouse closed: 17 x 17 x 11 cm or 6.6″ x 6.6″ x 4.3″. ⇒ Go to the PDF Pattern ⇐ More like this featured at PatternPile: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Ho

The Clover Cosmetic or Toiletry Bag – Sew and Sell!

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Cosmetic Bags

The Clover Cosmetic or Toiletry Bag – Sew and Sell!

The Clover bag pattern is for a very small yet super sweet cosmetics bag. The Clover bag interior is fully lined with no seams to bind. At each side of Clover is a small box pleat for some visual interest. A tab at each end of the zipper gives you something to grab while opening and closing the zipper. Clover is a deluxe storage bag for toiletries, or a handbag for a little girl. Sewing Skill Level: Intermediate – You are comfortable with sewing, and have the patience to ei

Suzy’s Sack – A Simple Everyday Bag for Essentials on the Go

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Suzy’s Sack – A Simple Everyday Bag for Essentials on the Go

Suzy’s Sack designed by This & That Patterns is a clever little zippered bag that is bursting with personality. This little bag is an ideal size to hold your keys, phone, and any essentials. Suzy’s Sack measures 4-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ once completed. Clip your Suzy’s Sack onto your purse, or attach it to your yoga or gym bag for easy carrying. Get the Paper Sewing Pattern Advertisement More like this: Soft Boxy Zip Bag Janes Little Boxy Bag The Cute Cathedral Boxy Pouch Just Arrive

Sew this Reversible Quilted Tote Bag with Multi-Pockets + Key Hook

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Quilted Bags

Sew this Reversible Quilted Tote Bag with Multi-Pockets + Key Hook

Fresh for Spring! A sturdy tote bag with a boxy shape and style on one side, and once reversed, a more rounded style and shape on the other. This quilted tote bag sample in the photo above has been machine quilted throughout in a diamond pattern. You can of course choose any quilting design you prefer. If you want a new or different free-motion quilting design, check out Leah Day’s quilting channel on Youtube. Leah has a bundle of inspiration, energy, and quilting talent to

The Manhattan Bag – An Easy to Sew Sophisticated Backpack Purse

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Backpacks

The Manhattan Bag – An Easy to Sew Sophisticated Backpack Purse

A modern cosmopolitan style combined with a shoulder-strapped backpack purse and an exposed vertical 9″ fancy zipper on the front side make this bag design a new favorite! An easy sewing project by Vanilla House Designs to create this fully lined backpack purse with interior pockets. Exterior pockets are not incorporated in this pattern but you could add your own, and purse feet are optional as well. Some people may like the idea of going without exterior pockets, especially

Snappy Slippers and Travel Case Gift Set

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Quilted Bags

Snappy Slippers and Travel Case Gift Set

Sew these pieced slippers using just one package of 40 pre-cut 5″ fabric squares, that is one Bali Snap or one charm pack. The full-sized templates are included for slipper sizes 5 – 11. You will also need one yard of coordinating fabric for the lining. You will need one 18″ zipper, slipper gripper fabric for the soles, and a foam non-fusible interfacing for the bag and slippers. The slippers have removable insoles! A sweet Mother’s Day gift! Get the Paper Sewing Pattern fro

Framed Carpet Bag PDF Sewing Pattern + What is Serger Differential?

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Designer Patterns

Framed Carpet Bag PDF Sewing Pattern + What is Serger Differential?

A pdf sewing pattern for U-Handbag‘s retro style Cavernous Carpet Bag. Rouleaux handles and an internal tubular frame closure make this carpet bag so easy to access. The internal frame closure is spring loaded so your bag stays open or closed, exactly as you like. I found a shop at Etsy that carries these internal frames. This sewing pattern has been designated as intermediate by the designer. The smaller bag measures 11″ wide x 7″ high x 4.5″ deep, and the larger bag me

The Even Better Box Bag – Free Tutorial + Brother Scan ‘N Cut Tips

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Cosmetic Bags

The Even Better Box Bag – Free Tutorial + Brother Scan ‘N Cut Tips

Boxy Bag Instructional Video with Coconut Robot Brother ScanNCut CM100DM Home and Hobby Cutting Machine with a Built-in Scanner (Misc.) “Great for cutting fabric for applique! By Jeanqueen819 (Indiana USA) – See all my reviews This review is from: Brother ScanNCut CM100DM Home and Hobby Cutting Machine with a Built-in Scanner (Misc.) I am brand new to the electronic cutting world, and I’m hooked! I recorded my first session with this machine, from opening the box to successf

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Video Tutorials

Gift Bags and Totes: Boxing the Bottom

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Lined Farmers Market Tote Bag – PDF Pattern

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Designer Patterns

Lined Farmers Market Tote Bag – PDF Pattern

by April Lane Designs I like this tote pattern because it offers the sleeve on each side to slide bag holder arms through when packing groceries. Brilliant! Have you ever tried to fill canvas grocery bags at the check-out? It can be very frustrating as it flops all over the place and won’t stay open. The Farmers Market Tote Bag is fully lined for the extra durability needed. Get the Farmers’ Market Tote Bag PDF at Annies More shopping bags to sew: Quilted Grocery Bag Sleeve

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Designer Patterns

Holly Bag Mini – PDF Pattern

A great sewing project by Daisy Lane Design to learn some basic bag making skills including a boxed out bottom, making straps, inserting a magnetic snap and making an open pocket. The pattern comes with paper pieces, written instructions, a photo tutorial and instructions for a variation so you can change up the overall look of the bag. Get the Pattern Advertisement More bag sewing projects featured at PatternPile.com: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holida

Wee Bee Boxy Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Free Projects

Wee Bee Boxy Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

This is one of the better free photo sewing tutorials I’ve found. The Wee Bee Boxy Pouch is a cute boxy bag with a little bit of hand embroidery. As always, make it your own and embellish as you wish! 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

Reversible Messenger Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Handbags & Purses

Reversible Messenger Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

Snips and Spice published a really great photo tutorial showing us how to make a reversible messenger bag. (I love reversible bags!) Malory used indoor decorator canvas to make it sturdy along with Soft and Stable for reinforcement. An excellent combination. With front and side pockets this bag could be one you use constantly because it is both so attractive and practical. Get the Tutorial ♥ Sewing a Purse Using By Annie’s Soft and Stable Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fab

How to Draft a Pattern and Sew a Zippered Purse with a Flat Bottom

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Cosmetic Bags

How to Draft a Pattern and Sew a Zippered Purse with a Flat Bottom

Maryanne and Caroline will walk you through the steps to draft a pattern and sew a zippered bag with sides being straight up and down, rather than angling out to meet the zipper. Get the Tutorial ♥ 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 ne

No Guts Boxie Pouch ✂ Free PDF Sewing Tutorial

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Free Projects

No Guts Boxie Pouch ✂ Free PDF Sewing Tutorial

SoChick‘s free “No Guts Boxie Pouch” sewing tutorial is a great sewing project to help us become familiar with skills necessary for sewing handbags and other accessories, while working with zippers and hardware to create a quick sewing project that is perfect for travel, make-up or gifting! Create professional looking travel accessories by using fusible interfacing or batting and encasing all of your raw edges within your Boxie Pouch. Sewing supplies needed: exterior fabric:

The Love Basket Handbag – Free Sewing Project

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Handbags & Purses

The Love Basket Handbag – Free Sewing Project

fabric to be the focus. A beautiful professional looking purse is the result using this free sewing pattern from U-Handbag. Get the Love Basket Bag Free Sewing Project Advertisement 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

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