Quick Change Coin Purse

Here are some basic instructions in case you'd like to make a Quick Change Coin Purse of your very own. Because this is a not-tutorial tutorial I am assuming you know how to sew a binding, box corners, and sew a zipper.

Do me (and yourself) a favor and read through all these instructions before making your bin! There are magics of math involved in this tutorial that I do not claim to understand. You might think of a better way after you read through it.

2 weeks ago we talked about making the dresden plate.
Now this week we are going to talk about appliquéing the dresden plate on and what in the world do we do about that gaping open middle we have going on there.

Okay so some of you know how to make dresden plates, others of you have thought you'd like to try it but you don't know where to begin, and other of you are like "ew dresden plates is an old fashion block." Well then i'm talking to you if you fall in any of these categories.

Well this time around i made a cute little tote... bags are accessories, and are an extension of your outfit, sometimes the bag is what completes the outfit. i like bags like.a.lot. I wanted to see how this fabric would look as a hand bag and it did not disappoint.

This technique can be used to make a zipped pouch of any size, great for pencil cases, kindle cases, purses or clutch bags.

I have been wanting to make a cylindrical zipped pouch for a while, but couldn't decide how to make it unique, when H and I were having a blog meeting recently she mentioned wanting to work in a fast food themed DIY... the burger pouch was born!

You won’t believe how simple it is. This technique can be used for any coin purse or clutch pattern, and is a fun way to add flare to a project. The best part? This little purse only took me 20 minutes to make, from start to finish!

These leather card holders were the simplest project I’ve done to date. Read to the bottom of this post for simple instructions on how to make your own!

Super simple tutorial for making a custom tool roll to house whatever tools the task requires: paint brushes, chisels, carving tools, soldering iron…choose your poison.

Metal frame purses or clutches are the perfect project for the beginning sewist. In this tutorial you will learn about constructing the basic shape of a bag or clutch, creating boxed corners, and securing fabric to a metal frame. Let’s get started!

How-To: Crayon Monster Art Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial

This diverse, reusable lunch sack can be used as either a full sized lunch bag or a shorter "snack" sack. The zipper strap can be zipped to carry over one shoulder, or opened up to wear as a backpack.

I've sewn up a beautiful pot holder for my kitchen - it might be too nice because every time I use it I make sure to not get anything on it and hang it up right after using it!

These bags are great for large shopping trips; but not so convenient when just running in to pick up a tomato & sour cream for dinner. That is where this little folded bag comes in handy. It's just the right size to fit into your purse so it's always ready when you need it.

Today we are going to learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder block. Originally, the block was made using two sharply contrasting colors: a dark and a light. The pieces are arranged in such a way as to create diagonal patterns of light and dark across the block.

We are going to make the version that looks good by itself. It is one of those quilt blocks that really only looks good as an entire quilt unless modified. The true block's pattern is only revealed when multiple blocks are put together in a straight set.

Are you ready for some more traditional block fun? I am finding that so many of the traditional blocks have half square triangles in them somewhere - really such a versatile block. Our block this week is the pinwheel block.

This block features a very simple half square triangle block, Crosses & Losses. Also known as Goose & Goslings, Fox & Geese, and Bouncing Betty, this block is easy to put together and allows for many drastically different looks, depending on your color choices.

We are going to use the method that we used for the pinwheels because this entire block is made of half square triangles. LOTS of half square triangles - 16 to be exact! But no worries, it will go quickly!

Today's Traditional Block Thursday tutorial features a new technique! We are going to learn how to make a quarter square triangle (QST), also known as an hourglass block. It is pretty obvious by looking at the block how the hourglass block got its name. Just like the half square triangle, the quarter square triangle is a very versatile block.

Our last block for our Traditional Block Thursday is this beautiful Weather Vane Block. This block "dates back to the time when great-grandmother used that commodity to 'calc'late a change,' instead of listening to a scientific forecast on the radio. But her pattern, the weather vane, is one of the loveliest of our old-time quilt designs." - Ruby Short McKim

We will be making a Pieced Star today. There are many variations to a pieced star.

We aren't going to delve into applique in this series - we'll just stick with piecing, but there is one more piecing technique that will open up possibilities and make some of your piecing just a little easier. It's called the Stitch and Flip technique.

The Variable Star is a classic quilt block that has been around for over 100 years. It has also been called the Sawtooth Star and the Evening Star. The possibilities with this one really are endless. Since the center is a square, you can fill that square with patchwork, fussy cut fabric, or more stars

The Dutchman's Puzzle pattern is a simple block constructed of pairs of flying geese blocks. It is a very old design, originating in the late 1800's. It is also commonly known as a Windmill Block or Spinning Windmill Block because the triangles are reminiscent of the famous Dutch windmills.

How to make a Flying Geese Quilt Block. DIY Sewing Tutorial.

The Ohio Star got it's name in the early 1930's, after it was published in Capper's Farmer. It wasn't a new block, that's just when the name stuck.

Splish Slash ~ Beach Bags! Get ready for summer or make one to take them along to swimming lessons, after school sports or the gym with this sturdy and roomy bag.

Simply tote purse with zippered top and pockets. Free Tutorial.

City Tote - Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial.

You cannot have too many tote bags. Especially after you discover how easy they are to sew! Combining different fabrics and experimenting with various sizes will give you endless possibilities. A book bag, a knitting tote, a gym carryall, a catch-all for the car, it makes a marvellous customized gift for anyone.

These mini totes are so easy to make that you may not want to stop at one! Have a different color for every day of the week!

You can easily make this lined drawstring bag to any size. It is perfect for a laundry bag, library bag, toy bag. Just increase the size of your fabric panels. The finished size for this bag is: 14 ½” x 13” (37 x 33cm)

This cute little purse is easy to sew and only takes a few scraps of fabric. Ideal for small gifts, party bags or for carrying jewellery or other goodies in your handbag.

I designed this little portable pouch that has enough space for the change, my keys and even some little extras like lipgloss. And because it has a little carabiner you can hang it on the loop or your belt. Super handy, super chic!

Get your hands on this purse… literally! This Sleek and Chic Studded Clutch with Hand Insert is made of faux leather material and finished with a cone studded hand grip. Easy to make, easy to wear.

This a great example of what you can do with all the leftovers from your previous knitting projects. I had a box full with all kinds of small wool balls and it drove me nuts what they were wasted like that.

Bulky leather envelope clutch. Leather bag DIY Tutorial.

DIY Cute Round Clutch Purse Bag. Free Sewing Tutorial.

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