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Sew a Snappy Manicure Case – Free PDF Sewing Pattern

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Cases

Sew a Snappy Manicure Case – Free PDF Sewing Pattern

From Robert Kaufman Fabrics and designed by Noodlehead This free PDF sewing pattern from Robert Kaufman Fabrics and designed by Noodlehead is perfect for experienced intermediate sewers. The pattern shows us how to sew a manicure pouch. What a great gift idea! Teens would love this little manicure bag too. Elasticized compartments for your nail polish and a zippered compartment for emery boards, clippers, etc. A simple snap closure keeps all your pretty treasures snug ins

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Free Projects

Sew a Canvas Ski Tote

A free sewing tutorial from Crafty Birdy A free sewing tutorial from Crafty Birdy for sewing your own zippered canvas ski tote. Sewing Supplies: 1+3/8 yards exterior fabric A (54″ wide) heavy duty canvas, denim, upholstery or outdoor fabric 3/4 yards exterior fabric B (54″ wide) 2+ yards lining fabric – canvas/denim etc. (optional) heavy duty upholstery thread x 2 spools one package of piping or make your own (optional) 1/4 yard or scraps of heavy duty interfacing 72″ uphol

T-shirt Quilt Tutorial + Perceptions and Approaches to Quilting

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Quilt Blocks

T-shirt Quilt Tutorial + Perceptions and Approaches to Quilting

Save those memories of friends and family and create treasured heirloom quilts with favorite t-shirts. I have seen this done with sports jerseys as well. Themes are endless and materials can be almost free. This free video from Quilt in a Day shows us how we can use t-shirts beyond the typical squares. T-shirt Quilts at Sew-Whats-New.com Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - St

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For Kids

Children’s Book / Library Mini Totes

A free sewing tutorial from Frugal Mom Eh Elizabeth from Frugal Mom Eh! reverse engineered a sweet child-size gingerbread tote bag that her Great Aunt had made her when she was a little girl, to make brand new bags for her own little girls. These totes measure approximately 11″ wide x 11″ high. Sewing Supplies: (1) 11.5″ wide x 22.5″ cotton fabric – outer fabric (1) 11.5″ wide x 22.5″ cotton fabric – lining (2) 3″ wide x 14″ cotton fabric – straps (Same fabric as lining) (1)

Sew a Gratitude Wrap or Thank You Card Organizer – Free Tutorial

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Free Projects

Sew a Gratitude Wrap or Thank You Card Organizer – Free Tutorial

A thoughtful and practical gift to sew for those who have everything to be thankful for. This wrap travels well tied securely closed and tossed into a matching tote or purse. Sew a gratitude or thank-you card wrap for yourself and keep it on or inside your desk or sewing table, to remind yourself to use it! Gratitude Wrap Open Sewing Supplies: fabrics: quilting cotton, upholstery weight fabric, and linen all work well for this sewing project outer fabric – (1) 18.5 x 8.5” li

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Sport & Utility Bags

Multi-size Barrel Bags

The chic and youthful silhouette of a Barrel Bag is the perfect gym or casual bag and now you can make it yourself! The Barrel Bag is great for people on the go! This sewing pattern is for three different sizes: gym bag/overnight bag size, shoulder bag size, and cosmetic/pencil/tool bag size. It has three different strap sets too: double shoulder strap on the large bag, single shoulder strap on the medium size bag, and short handle on the small bag. The bag is roomy, stylish,

Pre-schoolers’ Drawstring + Flap Backpack – Updated

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Backpacks

Pre-schoolers’ Drawstring + Flap Backpack – Updated

by Serenayuet A free sewing pattern to sew a smaller weekend backpack to hold your children’s belongings in. A perfectly sized backpack for pre-school or day camp. You can sew this drawstring backpack as large or small as you need it to be. Two exterior pockets hold last minute things like sunscreen, or sunglasses. Closes with a drawstring and buckled flap. Get the Pattern & Instructions More backpack patterns: Cupcake Backpack & Pillow Cinched Backpacks The Adventure Time B

Burlap Farmer’s Market Bags – EASY for Earth Day

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Free Projects

Burlap Farmer’s Market Bags – EASY for Earth Day

A free sewing and machine embroidery tutorial from Brother Sewing To celebrate Earth Day on April 22, the folks from Brother Sewing share a free sewing tutorial for stitching this simple yet sturdy burlap market bag with double wooden handles and embellished with a farm FRESH strawberry design at the bottom corner. Go to the Free Sewing Tutorial More market bag projects: Designer Seat Belt Series: Lux Market Tote Bag Lazy Daisy Market Bag Roll-up Georgie Grocery Tote Grocery

Easy Recycled Pillowcase Hobo Bags – Updated

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Free Projects

Easy Recycled Pillowcase Hobo Bags – Updated

An eco-friendly and economical sewing project. Have a linen closet full of pillowcases? This free sewing tutorial from the Sewing Dork demonstrates how to use two pillowcases, one for lining, the other for the exterior, to construct and sew this easy hobo-style shoulder bag. A thrifty and fun sewing project ideal for beginners and teens. Get the Tutorial + Pattern How to Sew a Grocery Bag from a Pillowcase: Life is Made with Katie Miles shows you how to sew a grocery bag out

Sew Canvas Hanging Baskets for House Plants

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Free Projects

Sew Canvas Hanging Baskets for House Plants

A free sewing video tutorial from We All Sew Adding some small plants to your home can create a more fresh and bright space. Opting for a waxed canvas when creating this hanging plant basket adds a little extra water-resistant protection. Heavy duty canvas will hold up well to the weight of a hanging plant. These materials may seem tricky to sew with but all you need are the right tools. For the detailed written tutorial visit We All Sew! Watch the free video tutorial: More

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Free Projects

Knot Tote Bag – Free Pattern

A free sewing pattern from Jess Abbott The knot tote from Jess Abbott of the Sewing Rabbit is the perfect purse for learning to sew. This beginner-friendly pattern is easy to make, and yields adorable results. The only thing you need to know how to do – to sew this purse, is sew a straight line! This free digital sewing pattern is perfect for a beginner seamstress to learn how to sew. This sweet handbag measures 18″ wide x 12″ high to top of purse x 18″ high to top of t

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Free Projects

Sew a Classic Weekend / Overnight Bag

A free PDF sewing pattern to create this lovely bag that is perfect for storing just what you need for an overnight or weekend get-away. A large and accessible zippered exterior pocket is a perfect place to store your phone, a magazine, newspaper, or a tourists’ guide. Interior pockets increase storage options. A detachable shoulder strap makes carrying easy. This bag measures 16” (40.64 cm) tall (excluding handles) x 171 ⁄2” (44.45 cm) (bottom width) x 8” (20.32 cm) deep (a

Simple Crochet Baskets with Granny Squares

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Crochet & Knitting

Simple Crochet Baskets with Granny Squares

A free PDF pattern and video tutorial to create a sweet granny-square storage basket. Crochet these beautiful, functional, and fun to make household storage baskets embellished with granny squares around the top, measuring approximately 8¼” (21 cm) in diameter and 6″ (15 cm) high. A free PDF pattern download from Schachenmayer brand yarns. If you are a crochet beginner, and would like a tutorial for creating simple granny squares, there is a video posted below, just for you!

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Free Projects

Sew a Faux Fur Winter Handbag

A free video tutorial from DIY Crafts TV Watch the folks from DIY Crafts TV sew this soft faux fur winter purse. This purse is an easy sewing project. You will need the lining fabric, interfacing (referenced in the video as adhesive fabric), faux fur, and a zipper. The simple design affording a shoulder strap, and/or a wrist strap. This handbag is a perfect New Years Eve accessory! Watch the free video tutorial: Unfamiliar with sewing faux fur? The free faux fur sewing a

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Free Projects

The Row House Tote

The Row House tote bag by LJ Simon was inspired by Sarah Fielke‘s Little City Project Tote Bag and features the Flourish fabric collection by Mia Whittmore for Windham Fabrics. Once completed this tote measures 12″ x 12″ x 6″ deep. This tote bag is a nice size for shopping at the mall, market, or grocery store. Easy to sew rouleaux handles give this bag some style. Printable template and full cutting and sewing instructions. Go to the Free PDF Download The inspiration for t

How to Sew a Quilted Drawstring Bucket Bag

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Free Projects

How to Sew a Quilted Drawstring Bucket Bag

A free sewing tutorial from Erica Made Designs Erica Arndt from Erica Made Designs stitched this sweet quilted drawstring bucket bag, and she made a video tutorial to show us how we can sew one too. The fabric used to make the bag in the video is called Bake Sale by Riley Blake here. Sewing Supplies: 1/2 yard exterior fabric 1/2 yard lining fabric 1/4 yard or 1 fat quarter for front pocket 1/4 yard fabric for drawstring casing and handle strap 1/2 yard cotton batting OR fusib

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Hats

25 Easy to Sew Winter Fleece Accessories – Cozy Hats Mittens Scarves + more

A free video series with over 25 sewing tutorials to create warm winter accessories. Quick and easy sewing with 25 free video tutorials to sew cozy winter hats, neck warmers, mitts, cowls, shrugs, headband/ear warmer, scarves, gloves and more – all sewn with cozy lux, or winter fleece fabric.. Sew a complete set of winter accessories with this free video series! Advertisement Watch the free video series: Visit FleeceFun for more fleece sewing projects and tutorials Subscribe

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Quilting Projects

Modern Geometric Christmas Tree Quilt

A Free Tutorial from Missouri Star Quilt Co.! A free video tutorial and two free PDF templates from Jenny Doan at Missouri Star Quilt Co Watch now: Fabric used in the video sample: Wilmington Essentials – Emerald Forest for Wilmington Prints Christmas Tree Star PDF Christmas Tree Quilt PDF Get the Supplies at MSQC More like this featured at PatternPile: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYF

Sew a Gorgeous Quilted Bag Set With One Quilt Panel

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Free Projects

Sew a Gorgeous Quilted Bag Set With One Quilt Panel

A free video tutorial from the folks at Owl Be Sewing demonstrating how to sew these gorgeous quilted bags using fabric panels. Most quilt panels range in size from 23″ to 26″ wide and 42″ to 44″ long. Quilt panels Watch now: More today at PatternPile: 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: PATTERNS

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Free Projects

Urban Traveler Tote Bag

A Free Sewing Project by the Stitching Scientist A free pattern to print and a step-by-step sewing tutorial from The Stitching Scientist to stitch this awesome over-sized tote. The Urban Traveler Tote Bag has a recessed zipper that closes the bag at the top. The Urban Traveler tote should measure 16″ high and about 15″ wide once completed. Sewing Supplies: 1/2 yard fabric for front and back 1/2 yard fabric for pocket and recessed zipper 1/2 yard fabric for sides and straps 1

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