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Sew a Leather Tassel Clutch Bag – Free Tutorial

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Clutch Bags

Sew a Leather Tassel Clutch Bag – Free Tutorial

with Xenia Kuhn of Fashionrolla Sew a leather tassel clutch with embellishment using this free, modern, step-by-step tutorial from FashionRolla by Xenia Kuhn! Sewing with leather is easy. You don’t have to buy an industrial sewing machine, just a good solid heavy duty with do just fine if your are simply doing home sewing for yourself. Get the Tutorial Advertisement More leather or faux leather bags to sew: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects

Sew an Easy Leather Tote Bag – Free Tutorial and Lapped Seams

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Sew an Easy Leather Tote Bag – Free Tutorial and Lapped Seams

+ How to sew a lapped seam when sewing with leather ✄ Sew this lux Celine-inspired leather tote! Sam from Bromeliad and The Leather Hide Store teamed up to do a DIY project to share. This simple classy tote was the result and a fabulous leather bag tutorial. See how Sam created this gorgeous tote… Get the Tutorial How to sew a lapped seam when sewing seams on a leather, fleece, felt or suede project: A lapped seam is when one piece of fabric is lapped over the other and top-s

The “Sometimes” Bag – Free PDF eBook & Sewing Pattern + How to Choose the Rig

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Handbags & Purses

The “Sometimes” Bag – Free PDF eBook & Sewing Pattern + How to Choose the Rig

with Wesen's Art and Wendy Gardiner This bag sewing pattern was designed by Wesens Art to carry papers and documents. You could call this bag a messenger bag, however the flap closure is not the same size of the front side of the bag. A large flat cross-body bag with inside pockets and a separate compartment, which accommodates A4 paper. Dimensions of this bag: 42 x 30 x 8 cm. This bag can made from cotton, upholstery fabric, denim, corduroy, leather, and suede or vinyl.

Sew a Striped Leather Bag – Free Tutorial

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Free Projects

Sew a Striped Leather Bag – Free Tutorial

What a beautiful bag and the sewing tutorial by Havalah from Sisters, Sisters is FREE. I adore the leather and stripes and how Havalah coordinated that extra splash of color with the great fabric inside. Get the Tutorial Sewing Machine Techniques : Leather Sewing Tips When sewing leather, always use a chisel-tip leather needle, which cuts the material instead of separating the weave, and use a heavy-weight upholstery thread. Gather the right materials for sewing leather with

Round Nesting Storage Baskets to Sew – Free Tutorial

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Household Storage Bags

Round Nesting Storage Baskets to Sew – Free Tutorial

+ Sewing Machine Stitch Length Discover some sturdy fabric such as canvas, drop-cloth, home decorator, heavy twill, denim, leather, faux suede, or vinyl. the list of fabrics you could sew these round nested baskets with is endless. You could add some handles as they have done with this fabric storage bucket. Customize your own nested set with or without embellishments. You will need batting or interfacing/stabilizer for this sewing project. Get the Tutorial ~ ~ Sewing Mach

Faux Suede with Plaid Inset Tote – Free Sewing Tutorial

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Free Projects

Faux Suede with Plaid Inset Tote – Free Sewing Tutorial

+ Choosing Sewing Machine Needles Toss in your today’s necessities, then create space for lots more inside this classy large capacity faux suede tote bag. You could recycle a suede jacket, and a plaid wool sweater and sew yourself a very nice tote. You could take it to the office or out for the day – it’s a very versatile tote bag. Don’t be intimidated by sewing leather, pleather, vinyl, or suedes – regardless of whether it is genuine or faux. Just be sure to use the corr

Faux or Recycled Fur Handbag – PDF Pattern

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Free Projects

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

Sew an iPhone or Smartphone Wallet – Sewing Pattern + Tutorial

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Sew an iPhone or Smartphone Wallet – Sewing Pattern + Tutorial

by my 3 monsters Here is Amy’s step-by-step sewing tutorial demonstrating how she made this very handy phone wallet to carry her iPhone, debit/credit cards, and a little cash. Snaps closed with a tab to keep everything in place. An excellent “grab-and-go” wallet that would also make a very practical gift. Re-size according to your phone‘s dimensions. To create a durable wallet that will last use heavy fabric such as canvas, vinyl, leather, laminated cotton, or upholstery fa

Faux Leather Handbag – Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

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Handbags & Purses

Faux Leather Handbag – Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

by Ilona of I Love Green Grass Ilona wanted a simple leather or faux leather bag and couldn’t seem to find one that suited her off the rack. She designed the bag above and shares the steps to make it and a pattern to print too. Get the Pattern & 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: PATTE

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Handbags & Purses

The Boot Top Bag – Free Tutorial

by Confessions of a Refashionista If you have a pair of much-loved boots you can’t bring yourself to part with, but don’t want to wear them (or can’t wear them like me) this is your opportunity to keep the boots and make a bag. I’m not sure if I would want the necktie strap because most are slippery and that would drive me NUTS. A nice leather belt would do! Check this out and give Sheri a high-five if you like the idea! Get the Tutorial Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabri

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Handbags & Purses

Tasseled Shoulder Bag – Free Pattern

by BurdaStyle Magazine Hold everything in this tasseled shoulder bag. The hobo shape can go everywhere, from antique shopping to a weekend stroll through the woods. Have fun customizing it with cool hardware. I like the wide strap and buckle used in the photo above. Get the 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 an

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Handbags & Purses

Recycled Leather Handbag Sewing Project

Give an old leather jacket a new purpose by turning it into a stylish everyday tote bag. Get the Tutorial Advertisement More leather or faux leather bags to sew: 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

Between the Lines Leather Tote – Free Pattern + Tutorial

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Handbags & Purses

Between the Lines Leather Tote – Free Pattern + Tutorial

Isn’t this a nice classy bag! Simple yet rich looking. In this thorough tutorial you will find some general information, instructions on how to paint on leather (illustrated with pictures) the pattern, and step-by-step written instructions for putting this leather tote bag together. Get the Pattern ♥ Advertisement Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing & Croc

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Video Tutorials

How To Sew With Leather or Vinyl

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 window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click t

How to Make a Leather Carryall Briefcase or Purse

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Free Projects

How to Make a Leather Carryall Briefcase or Purse

This a fun project because of the simplicity of construction. It can be used as a briefcase, a purse, a satchel or just a carry all bag. For this project I use a 10 oz. classic glazed double shoulder leather, it has a nice finish and requires no additional finishing. I also cut the lace as well as the handles out of the same leather. This a simple pattern that can be altered to your own taste. This makes an excellent gift as well a hot seller for your business. This bag will

Postcard Zippered Pouch – Free Iron-on Transfer and Tutorial

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Pouches

Postcard Zippered Pouch – Free Iron-on Transfer and Tutorial

To make this pouch you will need: 20 minutes A printed iron on transfer (a free printable on the bottom of the tutorial) A small piece of cotton duck cloth (at least the size of your transfer) An eight-inch zipper Pinking Shears Sewing Pins Advertisement Get the Tutorial ♥ Waverly Pen Pal Parchment Fabric Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing & Crochet Pattern

The Bella Paillette Purse – PDF Sewing Pattern

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Designer Patterns

The Bella Paillette Purse – PDF Sewing Pattern

from Gaila Designs This unique Bella Paillette Purse will get you noticed! Everywhere you carry it you will get compliments. This sample is made with lightweight denim fabric in dark blue. This pattern will work with any light to mid-weight fabric that will fray. Multiple colors or prints for the paillettes (circles) would be fun too. Using this same pattern, you can make this bag in faux leather or suede. These fabrics are a little more difficult to work with, but the

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Coin Purses and Wallets

How to Sew a Leather Wallet

with Niler Taylor Sewing with leather is not difficult. As long as your sewing machine‘s motor can handle the thickness and your presser foot does not drag along the leather. Using a Teflon foot can prevent that from happening, or, apply a strip of office tape to the bottom of your presser foot to encourage the leather to slide along the throat plate and move under the sewing machine needle easily. See how Niler Taylor makes a nice leather wallet using scraps. Just Arrive

The Tatanne Bag – Free PDF Sewing Pattern

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Free Projects

The Tatanne Bag – Free PDF Sewing Pattern

Just a very nice bag. This purse sewing tutorial is very clear, easy to understand. All measurements are metric. You could make this handbag out of velvet, corduroy, denim, cotton duck, canvas, vinyl, leather, or upholstery fabric. Get the Pattern & 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:

Minimalist Tote Bag – Free Tutorial and Pattern

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Sport & Utility Bags

Minimalist Tote Bag – Free Tutorial and Pattern

Minimalist Tote Bag Tutorial and Sewing Pattern An awesome self-closing utilitarian tote! A great craft, knitting, crochet, or cross-stitch carry-all to hold all of your current project supplies. what you need: cotton canvas (30 x 82 cm; that includes the seam allowance) fabric (or another color if you prefer that) for the lining (30 x 82 cm) fabric (30 x 18 cm) leather strap (or belt) for the strap (12-mm wide, 70-cm long) 4 small rivets to attach the leather strap to the b

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