Zippered Pencil Case Tutorial

Are you looking for a fast, last-minute Christmas gift? Try this zippered pencil case. This is easily customizable to fit the recipient's personality. Don't let the zipper scare you! It's actually really easy to sew up.

This is a project that is long overdue for me! I’ve been working with a teeny pincushion for several years and I’ve been hankering after something more substantial for a while now. I use several different types of pins depending on the fabric I’m sewing and my teeny pumpkin cushion just wasn’t cutting the mustard anymore….they wouldn’t all fit for a start, and I’d end up trying to fish out my fine steel pins from between the big round heads of my quilting pins. Annoying!

Need a quick and simple tote for your next beach trip?
Here is a photo tutorial of how to make a quick and simple tote bag for your goodies and supplies.

This fun bag sewing pattern is perfect for an advanced beginner. The asymmetric shape of the fold over flap makes this bag a real eye catcher! There is an additional zipper pocket on the back of the purse. This project will also teach you how to install a top zipper closure. Enjoy!

Easy Clutch for beginners. Simple Clutch Bag FREE sewing pattern.

So, here is the tutorial some of you have been asking for - the Leather Purse. This is a pretty beefy tutorial, so hang in there. I wouldn't say it's really hard to make this, but it is quite time consuming. However, it's pretty fun in the end to have a leather handbag that you've made. I never would have even dreamed of trying to make something like this a year ago. I love figuring out new stuff!

The simple way how to make a cute Zipper Pouch. Easy Zipper Pouch with Lining: Beginner-Friendly Tutorial.

It seems that after every Christmas or birthday there's always some organizing to be done. This year was no exception, and after a few weeks of toys scattered throughout the house, I went to work.
This drawstring bag was one of my solutions.