By Annette Rosanelli and Chris Rickert Published on March 5, 2024 | Updated on October 10, 2024
Take a look at our assortment of tutorials on creating bags and totes that you can enjoy. The video tutorials include a variety of items such as drawstring bags, shopping bags and upcycled items like the t-shirt tote and denim pocket handbag.
These bags and tote bags are perfect for utilizing leftover scraps or a brand-new fabric.
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Free insulated and lined lunch bag pattern.
Stop throwing away old jeans! You can transform the old jeans into a useful denim bag (basket) with this tutorial. Needlepointers.com
Are you looking for a free purse pattern to sew for a toddler or small child? Learn about this precious free kid's purse pattern from Sewing Times. Be sure to download the free pattern. Needlepointers.com Associate
A handy DIY bandana drawstring bag is a perfect beginner-friendly sewing project for teaching a child or beginner how to sew. Needlepointers.com Associates
Learn how sew a simple tote bag with our video tutorial and also our step-by-step instructions. Everyone needs tote bags. My some for yourself or to give as gifts. No pattern necessary. Needlepointers.com
Learn how to raw edge applique a tote bag. No-Sewing Needed! This project is simple and a great way to use up scrap fabric. Makes a nice gift bag! Needlepointers.com Staff
Learn about the Ginger Crossbody Bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato. This is a stylish bag you can make for yourself. Needlepointers.com Associate
Learn how to add a fabric lining with pockets to a crocheted bag. Needlepointers.com
This tutorial will demonstrate how to fix the hole and then make a lining for the bag easily. This lining tutorial can be used for many types of bags, such as totes, messengers, and field bags. Needlepointers.com Associate
Tote bags for kids are simple to make. Start with a plain tote bag then have a blast personalizing it with kid's name and their favorite character. Needlepointers.com Associate
How to make a small, cute handbag using an old jeans or shorts pocket. This project only requires simple sewing skills so beginners and kids can sew this project.
This video will show how to make a simple lined zipper pouch (bag).
This video will describe and instruction on how to sew reusable snack and sandwich bags from Babyville Boutique PUL fabric. Save money and the environment by making your own reusable bags. Needlepointers.com
How to make a simple DIY grocery bag. Even a beginner sewer can make free shopping bag project. Needlepointers.com
How to make a t-shirt tote bag by recycling an old tee shirt. This simple and quick tote bag can be made in less than a half hour and is so easy to make even someone learning to use can made it. Needlepointers.com
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