Handmade for Life
A cute small shoulder handbag sewing tutorial including step-by-step instructions with pictures. This small shoulder handbag, similar in style to my curved top shoulder bag pattern, features a curved top and curved bottom corners, one strap, and a KAM snap closure. This over the shoulder …
Use up those fabric scraps to make a quilted patchwork crossbody messenger bag! I love how this patchwork crossbody messenger bag turned out! I wanted a crossbody bag to take with me on my trip and thought why not make it a patchwork bag! This …
Sew a small tote bag using this easy sewing tutorial. This little tote bag sewing project is perfect for beginners. The small mini tote bag sewing pattern is one of my favorite projects to sew! This little bag is quick and easy to sew and …
Sew a cute coin purse clutch with metal frame clasp using this sewing tutorial. For this metal frame coin purse sewing tutorial, I am using a rounded top frame with the holes to hand stitch it on. There are many different styles and sizes and …
Tote bag sewing pattern featuring a recessed zipper closure and outside slip pocket. I created this large tote bag with recessed zipper to use for yarn, light travel, or craft supplies. So many uses! The assembly of this tote bag is similar to the simple …
Sew a simple faux leather crossbody bag using this easy sewing tutorial. I love creating and sewing new handbags! This crossbody purse is made with a faux leather remnant and a recycled purse strap. No lining needed! You can use any size strap. The strap …
Sew a quilted laptop case with zipper closure and two straps using this sewing tutorial. I created a new quilted zipper bag for my laptop because I love taking my laptop to the park or a coffee shop to work. This laptop sleeve is similar …
A variety of free easy bag patterns to sew for purses, crossbody bags, sling bags, totes, and more. If you love to sew bags, I hope you’re inspired to make one of your own. I’m always looking for new things to sew and a new …
Quick and easy sewing tutorial on how to make a DIY pencil case zipper pouch using vinyl fabric. The DIY vinyl pencil case is similar to the small zipper pouch coin purse only it’s sewn without a lining. I love working with vinyl because it …
The vinyl bottom tote bag is an easy sewing project and features grommets for attaching the straps. This tote bag features a vinyl bottom and grommets for attaching the straps. This sewing tutorial is similar to the Simple Tote Bag except with a few added …