PatternPile is a resource for finding practical and fun-to-sew patterns for accessories to wear and use at home. Beginner to intermediate sewing projects for bags, hats, holidays, and household soft goods.

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Free Projects

Mini Coin Purse or Earbud Pouch

A free PDF pattern and sewing tutorial from the sewingtimes A free PDF pattern and sewing tutorial from the sewingtimes to stitch these adorable mini pouches to carry coins, earbuds, anything small. Closes with a flap and a simple snap at the top. An excellent project to use scraps. The finished measurements of these pouch are approximately 8.5 cm (3⅜″) wide by 7.5 cm (3″) high. Perfect little gift for any occasion. Add the d-ring and attach a key. Sew these pouches with

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Free Projects

Quilted Mini Barrel Wristlet Bag

A free video tutorial from The Sewing Times The Sewing Times A free tutorial from The Sewing Times to stitch this adorable barrel-shaped or cylindrical quilted pouch. An excellent project to use scraps. With the wrist strap, this pouch can also be used to carry small personal items such as sample-size hand sanitizer, coins, lip balm, your keys. The finished measurements of this lovely pouch are approximately 4″ (10cm) wide by 3″(7.5.cm) high by 3″(7.5cm) deep. Sewing Supplie

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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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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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Cross Body Bags

Mini Cross-body Phone Sling

A beginner-level sewing epattern with colorful diagrams and step by step instructions. This is a perfect pattern to teach any sewing enthusiast who wants to learn the basics of bag making using interfacing, batting, and a magnetic snap. A quick and easy project to sew for your handmade shops and markets. ⇒ Get the Pattern ⇐ More phone case sewing projects: iPhone Pouch iPhone iPod Case All-in-one Weekend Phone Clutch Wallet Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Ho

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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)

Scrappy Applique Hearts – Mini Quilt or Table Topper

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Designer Patterns

Scrappy Applique Hearts – Mini Quilt or Table Topper

Another mini-quilt PDF pattern from FrivolousNecessity, this one is to decorate for, and celebrate Valentine’s Day! A fun, modern quilted home decor project! A scrappy applique quilt project you can hang proudly on the wall, or display as a decorative table topper, etc. This pattern is designed for quilters confident beginner to advanced. Finished size of this mini quilt measures 26″ x 26″. A charm pack friendly project! ⇒ Go to the PDF Pattern ⇐ More Valentines Day projec

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Gift Bags

Mini Halloween Treat Bags

A Sewing Pattern Download from Sweetwater A simple sewing project from Sweetwater to stitch these mini Halloween treat or gift bags for kids. These trick or treat bags measure 5″ x 5″ x 2.5″ once completed. Perfect for small children. ⇒ Get the Digital Sewing Pattern ⇐ More to see: 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

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Designer Patterns

Buddy Bags

This messenger-style shoulder bag by Sewing Sue is easy to sew, a small bag that is ideal to hold your essentials. Stitch your Buddy Bag with a button + loop closure as shown, or install a magnetic snap. These compact shoulder bags are very practical. Quilting this bag is optional. The Buddy Bag measures 8″ tall x 8-1/4″ wide x 1″ deep. ⇒ Get the Buddy Bag PDF Sewing Pattern ⇐ While you are here: Scraptastic Patchwork More messenger bag projects: Just Arrived - Today's Newes

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Designer Patterns

Sew a Mini Denver Double Zip Bag

Sew the Denver Double Zip Bag Digital Sewing Pattern from Pink Pony Designs A digital sewing pattern for a mini purse with two fully lined zippered compartments. The main compartment offers a card holder for three cards, lip balm, and a cash slip pocket. Another slip pocket is also inside for your phone. Of course the pockets can be customized to suit your needs. A pattern for the beginner bag maker. Finished bag measures 8″ x 5″ and less than 1″ wide at the base. Sewing Sup

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Designer Patterns

The Grace Mini Crossbody Bag

A Sewing Pattern Download from Just For You Bags The Grace Mini Crossbody Bag sewing pattern download from Just For You Bags makes an extra small crossbody bag that still has room for a phone, cash, credit cards, and some other small necessities. The Grace Mini Crossbody Bag can be sewn quickly and with minimal fabric and bag hardware. The Grace has an exterior back pocket large enough for most phones, three card slots secured on the interior flap of the bag, and enough room

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

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Coin Purses and Wallets

Gamaguchi Coin Purse

This Gamaguchi mint fabric from Cotton + Steel’s Mochi collection is the natural partner for this framed coin purse. Sophisticated, stylish, and playful. This coin purse is designed to be big enough to hold your phone and some money. Once finished this little purse measures 5″ × 5″. This project was originally published in Modern Patchwork, Spring 2015 Digital Edition. Sewing Supplies: fabric – exterior purse top, 2 pieces 8″ × 6″ – exterior purse bottom, 2 pieces 8″ × 5″ –

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

Two Fat Quarters Make Four Tiny Treat Bags for the Holidays

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Gift Bags

Two Fat Quarters Make Four Tiny Treat Bags for the Holidays

A Free Sewing Tutorial by Linda Augsburg for All People Quilt These easy treat bags go together in no time! With just two coordinating fat quarters and some ribbon, you can sew four treat bags. Perfect for holiday gift giving and any occasion throughout the year. Click here for full instructions! More gift bags to sew: Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Projects The Elsie K. Baglet Pattern from StudioKat Designs ✁ DIYFluffies - Stuffed Animal Sewing & C

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Video Tutorials

Sew a Mini Saddle Bag

A free video tutorial from Sewspire Learn how to sew this mini saddle bag with this free video tutorial from Sewspire! Follow along with Andrea and create your own mini saddle bag to carry whatever suits you such as your keys, lip balm, receipts, coupons, sample-size sunscreen! Attach a clip or a ring to use to connect your mini saddle bag to an overnight bag, a backpack, beach bag, tote, or purse. We l❤ve this free sewing tutorial! [one_half] Cut four 6″ x 11″ fabric pieces

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Backpacks

The Catalina Mini Backpack Purse

A PDF Sewing Pattern from Cloudsplitter Designs Cloudsplitter Designs An intermediate thirty page PDF sewing pattern from Cloudsplitter Designs for a sturdy cinched backpack. This bag is well designed and the pattern boasts rave reviews from sewers. You will need to be comfortable sewing zippers, using interfacing, and installing eyelets. Advanced beginners can create this beautiful backpack with patience, practice, and good instruction from A- Z. Lots of pockets and a flap c

The Mara Clutch Purse – PDF Sewing Pattern

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Clutch Bags

The Mara Clutch Purse – PDF Sewing Pattern

You can have fun sewing this darling wristlet handbag with some of your most coveted fabrics. Have fun with it. For a more sophisticated pleated bag style, add fabric flowers made out of fabric or purchase a costume lapel pin to attach to the flap as was done in this sewing tutorial with an optional wrist strap. Linda found these flowers in the scrapbook section of her local fabric store. Approximate finished size is 5.5″ wide x 6″ high, 7″ wide at the bottom, with optional

How To Sew A Zippered Cosmetic Bag – Free Video Tutorial

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Free Projects

How To Sew A Zippered Cosmetic Bag – Free Video Tutorial

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