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Sewplicity’s Corded Bag Handles – Free Sewing Tutorial + How to Use a Cording Foot

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Free Projects

Sewplicity’s Corded Bag Handles – Free Sewing Tutorial + How to Use a Cording Foot

Use this free sewing tutorial from Sewplicity to learn how to sew sturdy corded handles for handbags. An easy sewing project to practice and use when sewing many different handbag styles. These handles would look nice on travel and tote bags. Get the Tutorial Fabric or craft glue Two strips of fabric that are 4″ wide x your desired length Two strips of fusible fleece the same length x 3 1/2″ wide Two pieces of cording the length of your fabric / fleece strips Advertisement H

Carnaby Insulated Lunch Bag – Free Pattern and Sewing Tutorial

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Lunch Bags

Carnaby Insulated Lunch Bag – Free Pattern and Sewing Tutorial

This free sewing pattern and tutorial is by The Stitching Scientist. This chic lunch bag measures about 11×8″. This is a good beginner sewing project. The lunch bag in the photo above has a simple Velcro closure (see free video tutorial by Niler Taylor below) but I think I like Remona’s suggestion of a flap closure with a button embellishment a little better because it’s an easy sew, and, it provides a little extra security so lunch isn’t falling out. Get the Pattern and Tu

Needle Field’s Carry-all Bag – Free Pattern and Sewing Tutorial

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Needle Field’s Carry-all Bag – Free Pattern and Sewing Tutorial

+ Create Piping with Nancy Zieman A free pattern and sewing tutorial by Bea, of Needle Field. I would consider this shoulder bag to be a carry-all. I see that this bag has some nice piping along the outside edges so I’ve included a free sewing piping tutorial below. Get the Tutorial and Pattern Create Piping by Nancy’s Notions Sewing Tips and Techniques – Tacking Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat De

Faux or Recycled Fur Handbag – PDF Pattern

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Faux or Recycled Fur Handbag – PDF Pattern

+ Sewing Faux Fur - the Basics Fur is not just for coats and jackets! This fur bag is a beautiful accessory that you can sew out of recycled fur or faux fur. Fur can be tricky to sew with so check out these fur sewing tips if you have never sewn with fur before. The sides and handles for this bag are sewn out of leather. Get the PDF Sewing Faux Fur – the Basics by Wendi Gratz Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from

Flower Power Reversible Handbag – Sewing eProject

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Designer Patterns

Flower Power Reversible Handbag – Sewing eProject

+ Shannon Dennis shows how to match thread, feet, and stitches! Certain to be everyone’s go-to purse, this bag designed by April Moffatt is just the right size for everyday. Using outdoor fabric will repel dirt while the reversible design lets us turn it inside-out for a completely different look. Handmade clay buttons were used here to fasten the handles to this sweet handbag. This happy purse is sure to be one of your your favorites! Finished Size: 16″ x 16″ Get the eProjec

Multi-Compartment Handbag – Free Pattern + Tutorial

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For Kids

Multi-Compartment Handbag – Free Pattern + Tutorial

by Merche A precious little handbag for a little girl with her name appliqued on it. This bag has three separate compartments (it’s easier than you think) with a zippered top closure. When you visit this tutorial, make sure you use the Google translator on the right hand side of the page. Get the Pattern + Tutorial ♥ Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Ani

Reversible Household Storage Basket – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Household Storage Bags

Reversible Household Storage Basket – Free Sewing Tutorial

by Tranquility Spot An excellent scrap-buster, this project is fairly nice and easy, with a very useful storage basket for anything you want. I made some of these with scrap fabrics, and lined up on the shelving unit in my sewing room pretty as a picture. Make sure you reinforce your handles when you attach them to the body of the basket! Get the Tutorial Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁

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Handbags & Purses

Sew Delia Creates’ Hoop Handled Handbag

A Free Sewing Tutorial from Delia Randall of Delia Creates Delia Randall shares her fast and fairly simple tutorial demonstrating how she put this hooped handbag together with her own easy pattern, a couple of notches and some pretty fabric. Delia offers great tips within this tutorial about patterning too. Definitely worth a click! Get the Tutorial Advertisement More easy sewing projects for handbags: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The El

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Photo Tutorials

U Shaped Purse Handle – Free Tutorial

by lbg studio Get the Tutorial ♥ Ribbon Accent Crochet Bag – Free Pattern Off To Market Bag – Free Pattern The Love Basket Handbag 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 to share on Twitter (Opens in new win

The Lunar Travel Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern Collection

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Designer Patterns

The Lunar Travel Bag – PDF Sewing Pattern Collection

A multi-size pdf sewing pattern for stitching this gorgeous travel bag designed by Christine Welsh of Chris W Designs. If you love this bag as much as the many reviewers at Etsy, you’ll want to use the smallest bag from the Lunar bag collection as a handbag for everyday. The finished Lunar bag sizes including side pockets are approximately: Full Moon: 61 cm wide X 43 cm high X 25.5 cm deep (24” wide X 17” high X 10” deep) Half Moon: 46 cm wide X 35.5 high X 18 cm deep (18” wi

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Handbags & Purses

Belita Bag – Free Pattern

Just a little handbag to carry your goodies whether you are off to lunch or out to a class. The modern design is the perfect opportunity to show off your fabric and the rigid structure will hold the shape of the bag. Advertisement Get the Pattern ♥ Benartex Bali Batik 5 yd Bundle (Majesty) 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 patter

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Video Tutorials

Sweet Little Handbag – Free Tutorial

How to make a stylish handbag with continuous zip and lining. I made this one with a domed top, but the design could easily be adapted for a square bag, large or small. Leave off the handles for a make-up bag. 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

Ingrid Convertible Canisters {Tissue Pattern}

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Sport & Utility Bags

Ingrid Convertible Canisters {Tissue Pattern}

The quilted Ingrid Convertible Canisters can be made in three sizes and provide fabulous storage solutions for every household. The handle can be used zipped and up, or, unzipped to make two separate handles, or folded down. Roll the top edge over or turn the canister inside out for a completely new look. See back of pattern for finished dimensions and details. Fabric shown is “Summer Home” by Hemma Design for Red Rooster Fabrics. Get the Pattern ♥ Advertisement Just Arrive

Learn How to Crochet Bag Handles – Free Crochet Video Tutorial

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Crochet & Knitting

Learn How to Crochet Bag Handles – Free Crochet Video Tutorial

Emi Harrington’s Patterns @ Etsy 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 to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new windo

Wooden Handled Purse – Easy Sewing Tutorial

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Handbags & Purses

Wooden Handled Purse – Easy Sewing Tutorial

I love the simplicity of this classic handbag, no fussy pockets or straps. Just pick it up and go. The sewing tutorial is suitable for a beginner! An excellent sewing project to use recycled fabrics. A fabulous everyday bag too. Get the Tutorial More bags like this 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

Expert Information About Handbag Hardware

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Handbags & Purses

Expert Information About Handbag Hardware

HARDWARE: Metal and plastic fittings for handbag design: zippers, locks, connectors, buckles, chains, bag frames, purse handles, snap hooks and various decorative ornaments. Most often you’ll find them in the button department of your favourite sewing supply dealer, leather-craft supply sources, and luggage repair centers. To add continuity and harmony to your overall design, select the hardware in the same colour and metal finish. Bag Handles – Leather, vinyl, wooden, and pl

Purse Organizer – Sewing Tutorial + PDF Pattern

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Designer Patterns

Purse Organizer – Sewing Tutorial + PDF Pattern

Tons of pockets compliment this sturdy and well planned purse organizer. A pocket for your phone, your planner, your camera, even your lip balm. Some slip pockets for loyalty cards too. A light-colored fabric used inside is best in order to be able to see the contents of your bag, perhaps a laminated fabric that you can wipe clean when needed. One of the best tutorials I’ve found for a bag organizer! Get the Tutorial Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holi

Sew the Spirit Tote Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Sew the Spirit Tote Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

I love the way the handles are attached to this Spirit Tote Bag. TeresaDownUnder demonstrates how to sew up the entire bag from start to finish in her thorough (and free!) sewing tutorial. Get the Free Spirit Tote Bag Tutorial 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 i

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Cases

The Olivia iPad Mini Case

by Gaila Designs A PDF sewing pattern and instructions to make this unique, fully lined, padded cover with side zipper pocket and handles. Beautiful yet super simple-to-construct case for your iPad Mini! You can opt to add a pocket on both sides of the case, or make a side zip case without the extra pocket. Easy modifications are included in the pattern instructions. This pattern is designed to fit the iPad Mini with room if it has a case. Since all case sizes can’t be antic

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Designer Patterns

The Emma Tablet Case – Sew + Sell

A PDF Sewing Pattern from Gaila Designs A PDF pattern from Gaila Designs with instructions to sew this beautiful yet simple to construct “Emma” case, padded, lined with zipper pocket and handles for your full sized tablet computer! This PDF pattern is designed to fit any device up to 10″ x 7.5″ x 1/2″ including full sized tablets like the iPad, iPad2, New iPad, Kindle Fire HD 8.9″, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1″, and more. The pattern is a little over-sized to accommodate a devic

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