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A FREE sewing tutorial from the sewingtimes demonstrating how to sew zippered pockets for bags. An excellent tutorial; well-paced, clear, and easy to follow.

Sewing bag straps can feel like a small detail, but they make a huge difference in both the look and functionality of a handmade bag. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewist, knowing the right techniques ensures your straps are strong, durable, and stylish.

The Daryn Cloche Hat sewing pattern by ElsewhenMillinery is an extremely satisfying sewing project! Vintage cloche hats are one of the most recognizable symbols of 1920s fashion — elegant, close-fitting, and beautifully simple in silhouette. The word cloche means “bell” in French, and that’s exactly what these hats resemble: a smooth, bell-shaped crown that hugs the head and frames the face...

Using bias tape in bag-making can be a subtle but very effective way to reinforce, finish, or decorate your seams and edges. In this FREE video tutorial, Jan Howell of You Make It Simple beautifully demonstrates how to make bias tape the easiest and quickest way. By creating your own bias tape, you can use matching prints to customize your bags. You can make five yards of bias tape using a single fat quarter of fabric!

Sewing different bag bottoms opens up endless possibilities for your bag-making projects. Whether you want a simple tote or a designer-inspired handbag, these six techniques will help you create bags that are sturdy, stylish, and practical.

Printing PDF sewing patterns can feel tricky, especially when precision is crucial for a well-fitting project. This tutorial from SpencerOggPatterns guides you through the process, showing how to print patterns accurately and assemble them seamlessly. It covers the best settings for your printer, tips for matching scales, and how to trim and align pages without losing any important details.

This short video from Sew Hungry Hippie offers a quick step-by-step tutorial for achieving flawless zipper tabs—those tidy little end tabs that finish off a zipper with a polished look.

This FREE video tutorial by Rosie's Art Studio demonstrates how to add side D-ring connectors to any pouch—a simple way to transform a favorite pouch pattern into a crossbody bag.

Learn how to sew strap ends for a neat, professional appearance, ensuring no raw edges are visible. These are the top techniques for finishing a four-fold strap.

In this video tutorial, Rosie's Art Studio addresses the topic of utilizing the same pattern piece for both the exterior and lining of a gusseted handbag.

A chic and practical zippered pouch pattern from Notches Sewing! The Hannah Pouch has boxed-out bottom corners & wide fold-over top...

In this skill-builder tutorial, Natalie from Sew Hungry Hippie shares three methods for crisp clean bag linings.

Learn how to crochet a contemporary and straightforward bag with this free pattern and detailed crochet tutorial from B.Hooked.

Learn how to utilize fusible and non-fusible interfacings, including foam, when working with vinyl, cork, faux leathers etc.

Transforming simple pouches into versatile cross-body bags is a breeze with this easy bag-making hack!

Do you know your zippers? Can you identify the zipper best suited to your sewing project? There are many zippers types, of all sizes,...

The Easy Peasy Pouch sewing pattern from AmyLynneDesigns is aptly named for its simplicity and fun sewing experience. You'll quickly find...

Learn how to create a zippered pocket and add a recessed zippered closure to your bag-making projects.