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Bags and Purses

Learn how to make a handbag or purse using any of these free bag patterns. These DIY bags, purses, totes, and clutches to sew include patterns in a range of styles. You'll love sewing your own bags that you can customize for your needs. Handsewn bags also make fantastic gifts.

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One Hour Craft Bag

The One Hour Craft Bag is perfect for the on-the-go crafter. It's just the… More

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Cornishware DIY Tote Bag

The next time you receive a boring, promotional tote bag, use this DIY… More

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30 Minute Reversible Bag

Stop spending a ton of time sewing purses and make the perfect go-to bag… More

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Crossbody Bag Pattern and Tutorial

"Make your own crossbody bag with your favorite fabrics. Fabrics with bold… More

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Sashiko Denim Bag

"Create a denim sashiko tote bag - the term sashiko stems from Japan… More

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Feed Sack Messenger Bag

Messenger bags are one of the best inventions the fashion world has… More

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Drop Cloth Purse

Add a spacious bag to your closet with just a few materials. Sew this Drop… More

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Poppy Mini Market Bag Sewing Pattern

This Poppy Mini Market Bag Sewing Pattern is the perfect sewing project… More

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Around Town Tiny Tote

This Around Town Tiny Tote is the perfect little purse to wear when you… More

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The Triplet Tote

If you carry a purse, you know the feeling of utter bewilderment when you… More

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Boho Fringe Bag Pattern

Design a stylish new bag that looks fresh off the runway without the… More

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Large Recessed Zipper Tote Bag

What better way to show some beautiful quilting cotton than with a large… More

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Sweet Scallops Tote

This Sweet Scallops Tote will look so cute slung over your shoulder. Use… More

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Big Tote Bag 'Avallon I'

"If you love stylish bags that offer lots of stowage space, then I have… More

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Cute Constellations Zippered Pouch Pattern

Do people say you have your head in the clouds? Well, we say shoot for the… More

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