This is an easy and fun bag to sew with two inside pockets. This handbag design by Jamie Kalvestran was inspired by the Yin-Yang symbol.  I really like the hand and machine quilting that was done on this particular bag highlighting the fabric designs.  This bag was constructed using fabric designed by Audrey Jeanne Roberts for StudioE Fabrics called Nature-ology. The finished Yin Yang handbag measures approximately 11″ wide x 16″ high x 5″ deep.  No additional hardware needed

If you like the look of piping but don’t want to have to make or buy it, try this free sewing tutorial by Bloom that demonstrates how you can sew faux piping.  Using her Bernina sewing machine strap with a lovely clean professional-looking finish. Get the Free Sewing Tutorial Specialty Distributors Turn-it-All Set 11 more bag strap sewing tips and tutorials: Sew a Reversible Camera Strap Sleeve How to Insert Eyelets into a Handbag Strap Sewplicity’s Corded Bag Handles Adjusta

Gaila Designs just put a new sewing pattern out the other day!  It’s a PDF sewing pattern for a wonderfully large purse called the Tina Purse. Gaila Designs‘ detailed PDF sewing pattern with full color photographs will guide you step by step through the creative process of sewing the beautiful curvy Tina Purse! This is a great sewing pattern for the intermediate sewer.   Gaila Designs does not recommended this pattern as a first sewing project, but it is not overly complex.  

Linda of Lindapendante Dreams published this free sewing tutorial after she saw this open-mouthed-creature-pouch idea somewhere online and decided she just had to have one.  She “filed the thought away”, and had forgotten all about the fishy zippered pouch until her son sent her some gorgeous fabric from Taiwan.  One of the fabric prints included in the package was a scalloped print that reminded her of fish scales.  The rest is history and she was gracious enough to share ho

The lines within this pintuck clutch purse from the book “1, 2, 3, Sew” will offer chic sophistication to your handbag collection. Elegant and functional, this lined clutch is roomy. The magnetic snap closure and fold-over style is embellished with a technique often seen in tuxedo shirts. A pintuck is essentially a knife pleat that is sewn down to create small folds all pointing in the same direction .  Pintucks are sewn one fold at a time.  This easy sewing technique will a

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Design Highlights: A totally unique ‘roo-style’ exterior pocket is the perfect place for ‘stash & dash’ items. Two interior pockets that are great for your cell phone & other important belongings. Soft, cotton handles that are easy on the shoulder. This bag looks great no matter where and how you fling it! And best of all – it works perfectly with either the PortaPockets or the Encore Purse Insert! Get the Pattern Just Arrived - Today's Newest Fabric Collections! Holiday Proj

This clutch would make a lovely gift! 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 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

A Free PDF Sewing Tutorial from Lisa Cox of A Spoonful of Sugar These very simple to sew, bi-fold loyalty card wallets from Lisa Cox of A Spoonful of Sugar are great scrap fabric projects! You can find the free PDF sewing tutorial here: Get the Tutorial More wallets 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% o

↓ 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 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 i

A fabulous free tutorial demonstrating how to make this cross-body messenger bag with a braided strap! 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 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

Duffel measures 20″ long by 12″ high and 12″ deep. Everyone has a duffel bag, but not everyone has a gorgeous quilted duffel bag! Sew your own custom quilted travel bag.  Carry your duffel bag during weekends away and you will find it perfect for two who travel light. Or, just one traveler who likes a lot of choices (i.e. when you bring three pairs of shoes.)  This beautiful quilted duffel is also a fabulous family beach bag/carry-all.  You will love the capacity and sturdy c

The Aivilo Curvy Trio features patterns for three great handbags at one low price. All bags are simple to sew, and the clever buttonhole on the flap is very simply made by leaving part of the flap’s seam un-sewn during construction; no buttonhole foot or knowledge required. You can also use a loop of elastic to hold your button in place instead of making a button hole. It can be made from several different fabric configurations to produce a monotone, color blocked, checkerboa

by Little Girl Pearl A very well written and photographed tutorial to teach anyone how to sew a sweet and simple tote bag.  Two thumbs up! 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 get 20% off with code: PATTERNS5 🐯 Share it: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens

This is a relatively quick little purse to make, and it’s the perfect size for a little girl or, with a shorter strap, it would be a great clutch bag for essentials. 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 get 20% off with code: PATTERNS5 🐯 Share it: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Cli

Lightweight, versatile and the perfect purse for summer!  Handbag deluxe!  Make more than one, in different prints, colors and give them as gifts. 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: PATTERNS5 🐯 Share it: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to sha

Free Saddlebag Style Purse Pattern This purse features a classic saddlebag shape with a flap closure.  You could employ  machine embroidery,  cording, piping,  ricrac,  fringe,  applique,  and other decorative  ideas to create your own unique handbag using this free epattern. 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 pa

Sewing Studio: Fashion Fitting, Home Decor & More cleverlyinspired created this sewing tutorial for an e-reader cover with a velcro closure. Easy! 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 w

A free sewing tutorial from The Destashification Project The Boho Sling Bag is a simple sewing project, perfect for a beginner sewer or someone with a stash of great fabrics!  This sewing project is very popular with novice sewers.  There is no hardware needed for this project. This free step-by-step sewing tutorial from The Destashification Project starts with the “plain” bag. The few extra steps required to create the patch bag are found at the web site. Go to the Free Sew

Advertisement Using a similar technique to the Snap Trap Little Kids’ Wallet Tutorial that makes use of 3/4″ wide metal measuring tape segments ♥ 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 get 20% off with code: PATTERNS5 🐯 Share it: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter