Tutorial - How to Make an Easy Backpack

This would be terrific for kids and adults!

Easy Backpack Tutorial at Helenismos
"Everybody seems to love this so easy to make backpacks nowadays...
I've made quite a few myself, and decided to share with you all.. a very easy tutorial of this lined backpack..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Lady Bug Purse

Sweet!

Lady Bug Purse Tutorial at Something About Katie
"So who wants to make a cute ladybug purse? I am telling you this was EASY, quick and my daughter has taken it every where we have gone since I made it for her. She LOVES it!..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make an Easy Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bag

So easy and matching the bag to the costume is brilliant! I'll bet the kids will love toting their stuff in this the rest of the year too!

Easy Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bag Tutorial at My Creative Process
"Every year I make trick-or-treat bags for my kids. I like to choose fabrics that will match their costumes or just something fun. This year my 4-year old is going as a spider..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make an Easy Zipper Bag

So cute! Someday I'll face my fear and actually attempt a zipper. It really doesn't look all that hard here.



Easy Zipper Bag Tutorial at Sew Much 2 Luv

"Does anyone remember the commercial for Rice Crispy Treats when the woman would throw flour on her face in the kitchen to make it look like she worked so hard to make them and then tell her family "Go ahead......eat them. I'll make more."? That's pretty much how I feel about these bags.

The finished bag looks like it was difficult to make, but really it's super easy!..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Loom Knit Mesh Bag

Great bag to fill with lots of stuff! Those loom knitters are fun to use!



Loom Knit Mesh Bag Tutorial at GoodKnit Kisses

"Uses: Personal size Mesh bag for the beach or shopping. Fits 6 foot rolled up towel, swimsuit, sandals, water & sunscreen..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make Shoe Bags

This is really a great idea! It's so easy and you can use fabric you already have. No more gross shoes in the luggage!

Shoe Bags Tutorial at Simpleliving
"Well today I finally made one for my summer going out shoes. They are great to use when travelling,they are so much nicer then putting your shoes in plastic bags so they don't touch your nice clean clothes. This one is made from cotton material, they are so easy to make, they would also make lovely gifts for all your girl friends.I'm going to make a few more of them..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Straw Clutch from a Straw Mat

What a great idea! Very fun!

Straw Clutch from a Straw Mat Tutorial at Maria Sewing
"Get a straw mat. Don't worry about the quality.
Mine costed only one euro and if I was to use it on the beach, it would be ruined in a couple of days.
If you find good quality of course, don't hesitate buying it..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Coupon Clutch

What a nice gift this would make!

Coupon Clutch Tutorial at Wedding Dress Blue
"In a sudden burst of inspired energy, I spent part of the day Thursday working on this idea.
Super-couponers might find this Coupon Clutch/Wallet/Carrier/Holder a little small, but for a moderate coupon user like me, it is just right. Enjoy!..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Shoulder Bag from Child's Sundress

They're beautiful!

Shoulder Bag from Child's Sundress Tutorial at Creating My Way to Success
"A couple of years ago, a friend brought back these beautiful dresses from Bali for my daughters. They did wear them a couple of times, but then told me they felt too scratchy and uncomfy, and so they've been hanging in their wardrobe ever since, unused and unloved! Which is a shame because the fabric is beautiful! So I decided that we'd make use of them in a different way! Time for some upcycling! And these bags are the result!..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Laptop Sleeve Bag

Fabulous bag! Love the fabrics and ruffles!

Laptop Sleeve Bag Tutorial at Sew Leelaa
"I have never done this before, so hopefully I took enough pictures for you to understand what I am talking about. My 13 year old stepdaughter had been begging us for a laptop for the last couple of years, and last year for her birthday we finally got her a net book. I had made her a case for it then, but she came to me last week and said she wanted one that wasn't "kiddish". As I wiped a tear thinking she was no longer a kid, I took her to the fabric store and let her pick her own fabric..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Drawstring Backpack

Great gift for adults too!

Drawstring Backpack Tutorial at Always Expect Moore
"We had a birthday party to go to this weekend, for a little girl turning 6. Although running to the store and grabbing something is much easier, I thought it would be fun to whip up a cute gift. I decided on this fun little drawstring backpack, and made a tutorial to go along with it..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Shopping Bag from an Old Jacket

Using a weather-proof jacket for a bag! Brilliant!

Shopping Bag from an Old Jacket Tutorial at lo spazio di lilla
"Last day my husband's vintage jacket was going to reach my rubbish sack because of its holes, as you can see... But, just a moment!!!
A little flash in my mind told me how to recycle this loved Henri LLoyd...I decided to transform it in a roomy bag useful for a 'great' shopping or to put inside all we need to go to the beach or to have a pic-nic..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Slouchy Bag

I seriously want to make this! Love it!

Slouchy Bag Pattern Tutorial at Show, Tell, Share
"The Slouchy Bag is very similar to the pattern I used to make the Sweater Bag. At first I was trying to duplicate it. It is easy to duplicate a pattern but not the materials you use. Not using a sweater this time made a huge difference. After asking the opinion of another Show,Tell,Share blog author, I decided to change things to suit the new fabric better. It definitely does not have the same dramatic effect the white knit sweater and the faux leather combination has, but it is still a cute and comfy bag and you can use cotton print, corduroy (like I did) cotton duck or any light-medium weight fabric..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Rolled Rose Purse

I adore this!

Rolled Rose Purse Tutorial at Come Together Kids
"For this project, I went to my stash of "trashed" clothes and pulled out an old pink shirt and a pair of pants and set out to transform them into a "treasure". I kept the neckline of the shirt, but cut off the sleeves and the bottom half. I found a cute cupcake fabric remnant to use as a lining and made a simple purse tote. Then I sat down with a pair of scissors, a hot glue gun and a few DVR'ed shows and got to work turning that simple purse into something a little bit more special..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make an Easy Tissue Cover

You could have one of these cuties whipped up in minutes!

Easy Tissue Cover Tutorial at Sew Much 2 Luv
"My hubby and I went to Target last night to pick up a few things and I grabbed some of the travel sized packs of Kleenex for this project.

My hubby says "Who are those for?"
Me - "These are for the Moms at church on Sunday"
Him- "I know we don't have much money, but can't we do better than that?"
I just laughed and said "Trust me".

These are so quick and easy to do. You can whip them up in no time..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Sunflower Bag

I love how she made the beautiful flower! We could do the same on just about anything!

Sunflower Bag Tutorial at anusha's creative blog
"today i'm here with my sunflower bag tutorial ..and this is also my own creation....but i worked very hard to get the finished product it took nearly 5hours for me...and im very tired now but,then i want to post this and go to sleep..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Laptop Messenger Bag

This is fabulous!

Laptop Messenger Bag Tutorial at Crafty Staci
"My daughter saved up some money a few months ago and bought herself a notebook computer. So far, it’s saved us all some grief. She can do her homework and keep up with what’s happening on Facebook without anyone in the house losing my mind. I mean, their minds.

She wanted to be able to take it to school once in a while, but was afraid to try to carry it in any of the bags she has because none of them are padded. I’ve been wanting to try a messenger bag idea I’ve been carrying around in my head, so we gave it a go..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Bag / Purse from a Baby Shirt

Adorable! It really gets you thinking about what you can upcycle, doesn't it?

Bag / Purse from a Baby Shirt Tutorial at Innocentia
"This is my latest re-fashion project, Ladybug Bag. You know me for some re-fashioning projects, usually from adult clothes into toddler clothes. Few days ago, I wanted to try different re-fashion. I tried to repurpose a baby top/shirt into a mini tote bag..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Yoga Mat Bag

Why not save money and make one yourself (and with the perfect fabric)?!

Yoga Mat Bag Tutorial at Love for Sewing
"Are you a Yogi looking to carry that yoga mat of yours to the yoga studio in style? Look no further. Here is a quick 1 hour Yoga Mat Bag tute. [Do I sound like an infomercial yet?]..." Read more

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Tutorial - How to Make a Damask Duct Tape Bag

Can you believe it? Damask duct tape? Awesome and love the bag!

Damask Duct Tape Bag Tutorial at Braids and Brown Boots
"Oh yes...it's awesome...it's lovely...it's my new favorite thing and I spent only $3.89, since I used some of my STASH that I had lying around to make the bag...." Read more

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