DIY iPad Case Pouch Tutorial

This iPad case is easy to whip up and does not require a whole lot of stuff. Do not have the typewriter print, just add any fun fabric applique and you’re ready to go! Perfect for gifts!

I needed something to organize my 'bank stuff'. My Cheque Book, Pass Book, My Debit Card(s) and the thousands of ATM and shopping receipts I need to keep!

I said it, this is a tutorial for a SUPER easy wallet! I have used Faux leather to make these. The edges are raw. If you want to use fabric, you will have to finish the edges before you can use. Other options could be Pure leather, Suede, Vinyl or Felt.

I've been looking for a big canvas tote that I can haul with me to markets and estate sales. I didn't have one that was very sturdy, so I thought that leather straps would be the perfect addition to this bag. I hope you like it too!

To make this crayon roll, you will need to gather up a variety of scraps. I used white (grey in the pocket) pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown and grey (to hold the black crayon).

These are super quick and easy and are perfect for teachers gifts, last minute gifts, or as a cute way to hold gift cards. They will really only take 30 minutes! Promise! I timed myself!

I am not a big fan of the large nappy (diaper) bag, so I love a zipper pouch full of baby change gear that I can fit in my bag, throw in the car or stash in the pram. Here’s how I made it:

Fun with oilcoth! Have you ever sewn with it? I love it because you can just wipe it clean – essential when you have kids around. They are really easy.

Before Christmas I made this sewing machine cover – I think it’s one of my favourite projects to date.

One of the most popular tutorials on my site is my Scrappy Zipper Pouch project. It is a simple zip pouch with panels made of fabric strips. Very easy and a fun project, so I decided to make a new one and scale the size down for a mini version.

This tutorial is for anyone who wants to master some simple basics – sewing in a zip, and making a small pouch. Zipper pouches are so versatile and great for organising your stuff!

As I’ve mentioned before, I am mostly self taught with my sewing skills. Every project teaches me something new but one little problem has had me stumped. All you super experienced amazing sewist friends will possibly read this post and say ‘Have you only just worked this out?!’ But others may find this post super helpful!

This zip pouch is made with scraps sewn together to form panels, then some quilting lines are added to create a nice sturdy pouch. This pouch measures 10.5″ long and 7″ tall when finished. You can make different sizes, just cut your strips a bit shorter and don’t add as many to the panel.

Create a funky and stylish way to carry your beauty products on the go with this Geometric DIY Makeup Bag. This adorable, little bag can be created out of scrap fabric and zips up to keep your powders, lipsticks, and eye shadows tucked away.

This bag took me less than 20 minutes to make, it’s very quick and a lovely opportunity to sew for someone in a practical and useful way.

STRIPE PATCHWORK FABRIC TOTE BAG SEWING TUTORIAL | BAG MAKING AT HOME EASY | DIY BAG TUTORIAL

Here it is, a super fast and easy gift idea for all those weird herbal tea drinkers in your life. These take about 45 minutes from start to finish, including cutting time.

I liked to play with cozy felt in warm color. And I loved the result of a couple hours of fun handwork. I wrote the tutorial for making this lovely Mini heart pouch here. There is also the downloadable and printable actual sized heart pattern here.

Today I want to share a fun tutorial for making small fabric baskets. The finished size of the basket is 7cm(w) x7cm(d) x9cm(h). This project is perfect for consuming your scrap fabric. Also these baskets are reversible. Today I want to share a fun tutorial for making small fabric baskets. The finished size of the basket is 7cm(w) x7cm(d) x9cm(h). This project is perfect for consuming your scrap fabric. Also these baskets are reversible.

I wanted to make a little pouch for a gift I was sending to some friends and figured while I was at it, why not make a tutorial out of it! There’s got to be another Lined Pouch Tutorial somewhere in the world wide web and I’m sure someone knows of a better way to make one but this is how I do it…

Learn how to make a Reversible Grocery Bag from your old jeans and making a pattern from a standard plastic grocery bag! DIY Sewing Tutorial

It's simple enough for a beginner, even with a zipper involved! I take you through step by step with very clear instructions. This simple clutch is classy and clean, perfect for everyday use. It measures 10.5” across and 5.5” tall (when folded over) and 9” tall when open.

This simple foldover clutch with a magnetic snap is classy and clean, perfect for every day use. It measures 10" wide (at the widest point) and stands approximately 6" high.

This pleated flower sewing tutorial. This makes a beautiful addition to any bag, or could even be attached to a headband or brooch.

Are you new to sewing? Have a sewing machine but haven't dusted it off in years? I came up with this project for you. It's not a huge commitment in time or fabric, and turns out pretty cute (if I do say so myself).

This little keychain wallet was one of the first things I made once I figured out how to make my own patterns, and I've used one on my keychain for months. I love how convenient it is to stash a lip balm, some hair ties, or even a couple cards if you're just running a quick errand.

Do you have old jeans lying around waiting to be given a new life? I find the size works as a small handbag for an adult too. You may just want to make the strap a little shorter to make it a clutch.

I will attempt to describe how to assemble one of these cuties. Where words fail, I hope the pics will be of help.

The method for this pattern creates a boxy pouch WITHOUT sewing BOXED CORNERS! ...and that's a good thing.

I came across a very, very simple drawstring bento bag pattern; thinking it would be a delightful project to share as a tutorial. However, when the bag was complete, it seemed a bit small, barely fitting my 4.5" square bento box. So I worked on a 'formula' (did I tell you I'm a numbers geek?) to customize a pattern to fit your bento lunch box.

D.I.Y Free Sewing Tutorial : Make your own Cosmetic Bag

Oven Mitt and Pot Holder Free Sewing Tutorial.

Today I will be sharing a tutorial for an English Paper Pieced tote! This tote finishes at approximately 13.5"H x 11"W x 4"D.

Selvedge, Selvage… whether you speak English or American, they’re the same thing. They are a gorgeous piece of fabric that often just gets thrown away. And that’s a shame.

Here’s how I sew easy inset circles using freezer paper and glue. Here is Folded Star (Somerset) Tutorial

How To: Somerset Star. Lots of people were asking how I did the star, so here’s a little tutorial to walk you through it.

So today I bring you an English Paper Piecing Tutorial! One of my long term projects right now is an English Paper Piecing (EPP) project. This project will take me forever, and I am quite all right with that!

This is the perfect bag to throw your stuff in for a trip to the pool, or the park, or anywhere you need to go this summer.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve got a lot of little things filling my purse. I love these little zipper pouches to keep those things a little more organized. In fact, wanting a pouch like this was the reason I started sewing in the first place. I’ve been making these little pouches for almost three years and I’m happy to share exactly how I make now, with perfect end tabs on the zipper.

Sling Pouch with Exposed Zipper Tutorial

This one came about specifically with a trip to Disneyland in mind. You’ve got to take your phone and wallet with you, but there are all those rides where you get splashed, so here’s my solution: a small pouch you can sling over your shoulder, it fits your phone and a card wallet, plus chapstick and lip gloss.

Messenger Bag Tutorial Part 6: Finishing the Bag. (The beginning here)

Messenger Bag Tutorial Part 5: Making Bag Lining

Part 5. Messenger Bag Tutorial: Making Bag Lining. (The beginning here)

Messenger Bag Tutorial Part 4: Installing Snap, Making Flap, Constructing Bag Body. (The beginning here)

Messenger Bag Tutorial Part 3: Straps, Piping, Zipper Pouch. (The beginning here)

Messenger Bag Tutorial Part 2: Cutting Instructions

This begins the tutorials for my messenger bag. Supply list is here. Because this is quite an involved project, it's too much for a single post.

It was a great bag for a while. I made up the design myself, which is good and bad. I made mistakes on this one. One of my worst mistakes was using light-colored quilting weight fabric rather than home dec. The bag wore out quickly. After just one washing it lost a lot of its body and just slumped after that. It lasted about a year and then went on the top shelf of the closet. I held onto to it for that day when I wanted to duplicate it, since overall I really liked the design

Friendship Hexagon Mini - traditional Friendship Star block.
Want to make your own Friendship Hexagon block? Here's a super easy tutorial to follow for a 12.5" unfinished block.

Double Flip Half-Square Triangle Tutorial

This sophisticated cousin of the half-square triangle unit can be used in any half-square triangle block you can think of, and is made quite simply. Starting with a half-square triangle unit, you add a smaller square and sew along the diagonal using a stitch-and-flip technique, much like you use in improvisational piecing.

This super easy block tutorial shows exactly how I made the lovely mini. I made four of these blocks, and you'll see when you stitch these blocks together, they create a gorgeous, interlocked look.

Flying Geese Quilt Block Tutorial - Two Methods

Just as there are several different ways to make half-square triangles, there's several ways to do flying geese. I'll show you the two methods I use most often, and you can decide how you'd like to make yours for your quilt.

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