Zippered Bags with Tri-Color Tassels. Whenever we design a little zippered bag here on Sew4Home, we get a huge response.
Everyone loves cute little bags. And who can blame us? We all have stuff that needs to live in its own carrying case: make-up stuff, sewing stuff, snack stuff, money stuff, even secret stuff. Bucket Bag. Two-in-One Bag. Having 2 bags that work together or separate can be incredibly handy for quick changes from day to evening.
When getting ready to go out for the evening or on a quick trip save yourself the time of transferring your wallet, phone, and other small necessities into a small bag when you can simply attach your handbag inside your larger day bag for easy reach and quick exchanges with this two in one bag. If you don’t have a lot of sewing experience but still like the idea, you could add a few loops with hooks and rings you pick up at a craft store to a handbag and tote bag you already own! In this post I will show you how to make both bags from the beginning to end. This post is graciously sponsored by London Times Fashion.
Messenger bag TUTORIAL. Hey y’all!
Today I have a really fun project to share, a messenger bag tutorial! Here is what you will need for this project: One piece of outer fabric and one piece of lining fabric 42” by 16” (this will be the body of the bag) Outer fabric 41” by 8” (this will be the strap)***Since everyone is different shapes and sizes please take a tape measure and double check the length here. Fold Over Book Bag/Tote. Grads are going places, which means they can always use a cool tote for books and more.
Sometimes they need a lot of space... sometimes just a little. This versatile bag will give them the best of both worlds. Opened up to its full 18" height, you have a full-size tote with riveted carry handles. Fold over the top and use the shoulder strap to create a compact, purse-size carryall. Thanks to our official "grad model," Lydia, a proud member of the lucky '13 senior class. DIY Reversible Tote Bag. Scrunch Tote. After making my first Scrunch bag I had a few requests for a tutorial.
So here it is! I had a little bit of fun with the second bag. Namely, this one is quite a bit bigger than the first, much more of a messenger style bag versus handbag. But don’t worry, the process was the same. Another change is the strap. So lets get started, shall we. Needed supplies: 2 pieces of outer fabric measuring (W) 21.5” x (H) 30”2 pieces of interior fabric measuring (W) 20” x (H) 13” 2 pieces of iron-on medium weight interfacing (same measurement as lining)2 pieces of fabric 2.5” x 6” from outer fabric1 belt (mine was a women’s small)2 rivetssewing supplies (machine, thread, etc) 1. 2. Design and Planning Concepts — Bags. Patent Leather Vinyl Color Block Tote. Color block is the fashion statement this spring.
We've spotted the style on everything from pretty pillows to darling dresses to terrific totes... like this one. In order to give you two trends for the price of one, we executed the signature color block style in one of the popular new laminated fabrics, choosing bold black and white patent leather vinyls from Fabric.com. Stylish and sophisticated, our tote design is actually very easy to make, even with its posh cotton lining and double shoulder straps. The bag was sitting on the end of my work table for a couple days, and every single person who walked by had to pick it up, admire it and try it on for size... even the guys!
Simple Makeup Bag Tutorial. AllPeopleQuilt.com. Bloom: Foldover Bag Tutorial from Anna @ Noodlehead. Just want to say a huge thanks for Bloom for hosting this fun tutorial!
I've really enjoyed so many of Bloom's topics since I first found their blog. I especially loved the post on handmade gifts for Christmas, it really helped reign me in and made me realize what was most important - spending time with my children. Between the lines : Time for a new tutorial... I found some spare time to finally write down the tutorial I promised last week.
The bag has been used extensively lately, and I must say it's one of my favorites (didn't I say that of every single one of my bags?). It's sturdy, carries quite a bit and yet it still looks elegant, if I may say so myself. And it's so simple to make. Free Craft Ideas for Handbag Patterns. Mairuru: How to make a patchwork cube drawstring bag. Today I write the how to of my cube drawstring bag.
It's simple and easy. Please try it! (1)First of all, prepare the fabrics. You need only one pattern of 4.7 inches square(12cm, without allowances). For the outside, cut five pieces, four for the sides, one for bottom. . (2)Sew the outside. When you finish the side, open the allowances and iron it. Then put the bottom fabric and sew it with the side. PursePatterns.com. Plenty of Pockets Tote. When you're on the road, doesn't it always seems to be the ordinary, everyday things you are suddenly in desperate need of: gum, nail clippers, your headphones? I get a little panicky, certain I've left behind the most obvious items... as if perhaps I'm on an arctic expedition and won't see civilization for days.
But the opportunity for replenishment doesn't matter; I want my stuff close at hand. That's the theory behind our handsome travel tote: plenty o' pockets to stash all your stuff. There are four big outside pockets plus a deep inside compartment (exactly deep enough for a magazine, I might add!) With its own generous interior pocket.
Our Travel Accessories series is sponsored by Free Spirit Fabrics, as part of our Artist Trio Series introducing Anna Maria Horner's beautiful new Loulouthi fabric collection. We recommend using a twin or double needle to do the decorative stitching on this project. The finished size of the tote is approximately 12½" tall x 11½" wide. Braided Belt Messenger Bag Tutorial. Hello Dolls, I am so excited to bring you all this tutorial!
I was in love with this bag the second I finished it! I am also so happy because the more I sew the more comfortable I feel designing bags myself without looking at another tutorial – and you can too! I looked at multiple tutorials for messenger and tote bags and then combined and changed different elements that I liked about them into one “super” bag. I recommend reading lots of tutorials when you are beginning to sew. Reversible Messenger Bag Tutorial. The Forty Minute Tote. I love straightforward, well-constructed projects that yield something practical. I know this might sound a bit boring, but the efficiency and elegance of simple design really gets me excited.
So it’s no surprise that one of my favorite all time projects (if I do say so myself) is my Twenty Minute Tote. It’s something I go back to again and again, any time I want to highlight a special fabric. I love its streamlined engineering and the fact that it really does only take 20 minutes! And so, in this same spirit of economic design, I thought I’d expand the Purl Bee’s family of quick totes with a new roomier bag, the Forty Minute Tote. The Forty Minute Tote comes together in a quick, clear way, and it features a new favorite fabric, Robert Kaufman’s Cotton Linen Denim.
Ps- The lovely wooden hooks featured in these pictures can be found here: SOHO SLOUCH TOTE. 35 Reusable Grocery Bags You Can Make. Earthgirlfabrics.com.au Quick Carrier: Design features short handles that don’t require turning and french seams, quick to whip up. For Market: Nice ‘n sturdy, designed to last yet look stylish while using. Made with quilting weight cotton or home decor weight fabric. bijoulovelydesigns.com marthastewart.com. Weekend designer.
Simple Tote Tutorial. We're going to make the bag first, then the lining. French Market Tote. Easy Denim Tote with Floral Brooches. Craftsy Class Homeroom. When you're looking for a quick, fun project that won't break the bank or tax your nerves, turn to Kristin Link's Bag-Making Basics: Reversible Tote & Zipper Pouch . In this absolutely free class, the founder of the popular website Sew,Mama,Sew! Guides you through the process of creating two handy and attractive bags that make great gifts - if you can bear to give them away! Even beginning sewists will feel at ease following Kristin's precise and simple directions - yet the finished product will look entirely professional.
And if you're afraid of zippers, fear no more! Pink Chalk Fabrics. Jumbo Carryall. Laptop Sleeve with Button. Pick A Free Bag Pattern! 27 Trendy Free Handbag Patterns To Sew. You're going to love these beautiful and free handbag patterns, how to sew a purse tutorials, and even tutorials on how to make a tote. Perfect for homemade gifts for yourself, friends, and teacher appreciation week. For more free handbag, purse, and clutch patterns check out the Tip Junkie Creative Community. Free Handbag Pattern 1. Japanese purse pattern book. 12 Messenger Bag Patterns & Tutorials. Here’s a nice collection of messenger bags to make, some designs are pretty simple and basic while others are loaded with features.
Trendy Faux Leather Handbag. Red Leather. Read that out loud three times fast.