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Free Projects

Rainbow Heart Zipper Pouches

A free video tutorial by Amy Chappell Amy Chappell Learn to sew these simple zipper pouches with a rainbow-of-hearts appliqued on! Zipper pouches are always sew handy, they make excellent gifts and are fun to sew, especially when they have a rainbow of hearts on them! With this free video tutorial by Amy Chappell for Therm-o-web you will have a lovely pile of them sewn together in a snap. The rainbow heart zipper pouches in this tutorial are made using the Hashdot fabrics fro

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Designer Patterns

The Ruby Lou Bag – Updated

This adorable bag has a tiny pocket on the front, and button details on the handles. Perfect for little girls carrying all their treasures. The original sewing tutorial to stitch this bag did not include pattern pieces and many Polka Dot Chair fans had a hard time drafting the pattern themselves. For this reason, this pattern has been improved and redesigned. The PDF pattern features full color photos, clear instructions and printable pattern pieces! What you need: 1/2 yard

Gobbler The Turkey – Applique Quilt Wallhanging

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Designer Patterns

Gobbler The Turkey – Applique Quilt Wallhanging

A PDF Pattern by Mad Creek Designs A digital applique pattern for a Thanksgiving 17″ by 29″ quilted wall-hanging or mini quilt measuring 17″ by 29″. This epattern from Mad Creek Designs also includes a master placement sheet with applique templates for the turkey and “GOBBLE” text – including instructions and cutting measurements for the quilt borders. ⇒ Get the Digital Gobbler the Turkey Mini-Quilt Pattern ⇐ Advertisement More Thanksgiving Projects featured at PatternPile:

Easy Folksy Floral Appliqué Mini Quilt – Free Pattern

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Mini Quilt Patterns

Easy Folksy Floral Appliqué Mini Quilt – Free Pattern

There are many ways to applique, and lots of variations for each method. We’ll use fusible appliqué to make this small quilt. The quilt finishes at 24-1/2″ square, just right for a small wall hanging or throw pillow cover. You can also use the quilt as a center medallion for a larger quilt, adding borders and other components around it to increase the size. Get the Pattern More Applique Projects: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K.

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Free Projects

GinaBean’s Sewing Caddy – Free PDF

Gina Allen from GinaBean Quilts shares a free PDF for stitching this sewing caddy. Lots of pockets for notions or tools. Use it for storing and carrying quilting or knitting supplies! Finished caddy size: 7” high, by 13” wide, and 6” deep, with 15” long handles Sewing Supplies: 3/4 yard of exterior fabric 2/3 yard lining fabric 2/3 yard Pellon Décor Bond fusible interfacing – see demo video below 1/2 yard Pellon Peltex coordinating thread Get the PDF Tutorial Advertisement

Snap Trap Little Kids’ Wallet – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Snap Trap Little Kids’ Wallet – Free Sewing Tutorial

Materials Needed: Front pocket and pocket lining: Two – 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ pieces of cotton fabric Back: 6 1/2″ x 4 1/2″ piece of cotton fabric Lining (& casing for measuring tape): 6 1/2″ x 12″ piece of contrasting cotton fabric Interfacing for front pocket: 5 1/4″ x 2 1/2″ fusible interfacing Interfacing for back: 5 1/4″ x 4″ fusible interfacing Interfacing for front casing: 5 1/4″ x 1″ fusible interfacing Zipper: 9 inches or longer Two 5″ lengths of 3/4″ wide metal measuring

All-In-One Handy Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Cosmetic Bags

All-In-One Handy Pouch – Free Sewing Tutorial

Minki’s Work Table offers a free tutorial showing us how we can sew one of these sweet all-in-one pouches too. Finished size: 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ x 2″(depth). You will need the following supplies: cotton & linen fabric for exterior (cherries) cotton for lining fusible batting size+ 1/4″seam fusible batting fusible interfacing magnetic button embroidery thread Go to the All-In-One Pouch Tutorial Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet

Shabby Chic Reversible Jelly Roll Tote Bag

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Free Projects

Shabby Chic Reversible Jelly Roll Tote Bag

Free Reversible Jelly Roll Tote Bag Pattern Sewing Supplies: (2) 17” × 22” fusible fleece for bag (2) 2” × 17” fusible fleece for handles (2) 18” × 21” lining fabric for lining (4) 2½” × 18” lining fabric for handles (1) 1½” × 4½” lining fabric for button loop (2) 1″ buttons More sewing projects featured at PatternPile: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing &

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Designer Patterns

Spinning Hearts Quilt Pattern

Easy to make hearts. Great quilt all year around. Size: Mini Wall 25.5″ by 25.5″ Skill Level: Novice Technique: Fusible applique Get the Spinning Hearts Quilt Pattern 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

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Handbags & Purses

How to Sew Pretty Portfolio Covers

A free sewing tutorial by Niesz Vintage school. There are some very nice details to sew while making this pretty cover. Simple cardboard inserts for reinforcements, fusible interfacing, and a floral print tie it all together. Maybe some ribbon embroidery too? laptop bag or a backpack. Get the Tutorial Swoons Dorian Messenger Bag PDF Pattern + 10 Sewing Tips from the Experts Edelweiss Backpack from Sew Sweetness More back to school bags to sew: BeezyCrafts School Supply Pou

Notting Hill Bag – Sew and Sell PDF Pattern + Create Fusible Bias Trim With A Serger

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Designer Patterns

Notting Hill Bag – Sew and Sell PDF Pattern + Create Fusible Bias Trim With A Serger

The Notting Hill handbag sewing pattern not only boasts an expandable and collapsible gusset, but an easy flap closure with a classy metal twist lock holds the flap in place with a professional finish. There are some free tutorials here at PP demonstrating how to install a twist lock. The Notting Hill Bag was featured in Sewing World Magazine November 2013 issue. This pattern is designated an intermediate level sewing pattern by the designer. This sweet bag measures 30

Appliqued Beach Huts PDF Pattern + How to Make a Tote Bag Using Charm Packs

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Beach/Pool Bags

Appliqued Beach Huts PDF Pattern + How to Make a Tote Bag Using Charm Packs

Perfect your appliqué skills with fun rows of these summer beach huts that can embellish tote bags, beach bags, purse flaps, and more. This is an excellent scrap busting project too! Your beach huts project can be framed to make a pretty picture, or add some to soft summer cottage furnishings such as pillows, a padded headboard, or quilted wall hanging. The instructions are also included for turning the project into a colorful draft blocker. Pattern from RaggyRobin at Etsy.

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Quilting Projects

Cats Applique Quilt

A PDF Pattern by Wendi Gratz The pattern is much more than just a pattern. It’s an applique workshop disguised as a pattern by Wendi Gratz. If you know how to use your sewing machine, you can make this cuddly kitty quilt! There are links to videos teaching you three different applique techniques – needle turn, machine applique, and fusible applique . Get the PDF More cat patterns: Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K.

Nautical Octopus Beach Tote – Free Sewing Tutorial + Applique Pattern

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Free Projects

Nautical Octopus Beach Tote – Free Sewing Tutorial + Applique Pattern

A free tutorial demonstrating how to sew and applique this nautical octopus beach tote. The fabrics used here come from the Blend fabric line. The blues create a relaxing yet playful style. I love this bag. I love anything nautical anyway, but this bag was screaming my name. A sturdy canvas makes up the body of the bag while it’s embellished using jelly rolls and .5 of a yard for the appliqued octopus. *Watch the video further down the page to see how ridiculously easy it

The Multi-size Gizmo Garage Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern

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Designer Patterns

The Multi-size Gizmo Garage Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern

A PDF Sewing Pattern from Chris W Designs The Gizmo Garage Bag sewing pattern from Chris W Designs is a multi-size pattern offering three sizes to choose from and plenty of storage pockets for organization. The Gizmo Garage laptop bag boasts a long front flap closing with a hook and D-ring, hiding a large exterior slip pocket with a smaller slip pocket, and pen sleeve inside. There are also two big pleated slip pockets, perfect for storing your batteries, chargers, phones, an

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Quilting Projects

Melon Blossoms – PDF Quilt Pattern

Large flowers float across the garden that will never need weeding. Inspired by a vintage quilt, this modern take requires no curved piecing. A clever combination of traditional piecing and fused applique create petals that will never fade! 72″ x 93″ finished quilt. Get the PDF Melon Block Book and Template This book uses the Melon Block Template by Elisa Wilson of Back Porch Designs. The template is only three pieces with 18 different quilt patterns. 96 full-color pages. b

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Free Projects

Log Cabin Tote Bag – Free Tutorial

by Lissa Alexander A beautiful timeless classic tote bag sewn in batiks. Lissa Alexander inspired this tote with her Contrasting Cabins design. Finished bag: 8 x 13 – 1/2 x 4″. You will need: 1/2 yard total assorted brown and tan batiks (bag body) 1/2 yard total assorted teal and blue batiks (bag body) 1/4 yard brown-and-turquoise batik (bag band, straps) 5/8 yard dark brown batik (bag and strap lining) 7/8 yard of 22″ wide heavyweight fusible interfacingGet the Log Cab

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Designer Patterns

You Sew Girl – Party Purse PDF

This is a quick little wristlet purse to whip up (in almost any light to medium weight fabric) to match any party outfit. It hangs from the wrist – allowing you to eat, drink and be merry without having to juggle a hand-held bag with food, drinks and mingling with the crowd. The instructions include a bound zipper insertion method, a strap and a simple draping method to give maximum effect with basic sewing skills. Get the PDF Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collection

Beautiful Business Card Holders – Free Tutorial

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Beautiful Business Card Holders – Free Tutorial

You Need: Two fabric pieces cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2” (one will be lining, one the outside. You can do the same fabric for both, or different fabric to mix things up) Two fabric pieces cut 2 1/2” x 4 1/2” One fusible fleece piece cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2” Small hair elastic 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 ge

The Multi-Size Two Hour Tulip Purse Sewing Pattern

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Designer Patterns

The Multi-Size Two Hour Tulip Purse Sewing Pattern

by Janice Pope of "Anything But Boring" Advertisement The Two Hour Tulip Purse sewing pattern by Janice Pope of “Anything But Boring” offers instructions and pattern pieces for four different size Two Hour Tulip Purses: Petite – six inch Standard – seven inch Large – eight inch Jumbo – nine inch- Materials Needed: Outer fabric for purse, straps, optional outer pocket: PETITE – 1/2 yd, STANDARD – 1/2 yd, LARGE – 1 yd, JUMBO – 1 yd Lining fabric – PETITE – 1/2 yd, STANDARD – 1/

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