ten great free bag tutorials

Rikka from Ricochet and Away! sent me a huge list of bag patterns, and I chose a few that I wanted to share with you. Do you know of other great bag patterns? Do share in the comments!


I'm posting only the ones that:

1. I really like and will probably make sometime soon
2. Have pretty pictures of the finished project
3. Have good, clear instructions, also with lots of pictures/illustrations.

DIY Purse with Frame (at Ricochet and Away!)

I really must find a store that supplies metal frames! Instructions here.

[source: Ricochet and Away!]

The Bag Making Bible Bag Giveaway (at Sew, Mama, Sew!)

Instructions here: PDF

[source: Sew, Mama, Sew!]

A Springy Tote by Happy Together (at Versus)

I love the details, the sturdiness of the bag, and the interesting twist: It is make of a knit/jersey fabric! Instructions here.

[source: Versus]

Organizing Tote Basket (at 2 little hooligans)
I like the sturdy look of this bag. It looks very convenient to have all those pockets everywhere! Instructions here.

[source: 2 little hooligans]

Tote Bag (at jcaroline creative!)
Here's a cleaner variation of the tote bag above. Also a great sturdy roomy everyday bag. Instructions here.

[source: jcaroline creative!]

Reversible Tote Bag with Adjustable Straps (at Craft Passion)
Chic looking tote bag. Instructions here.

[source: Craft Passion]

Connor's Message Bag (at Punkin Patterns)
You gotta admit this is a really cool, professional looking bag! Instructions here.

[source: Punkin Patterns]

If you're a fan of message bags, here are two more good ones.

PUSH THE ENVELOPE [source: Weekend Designer]

Messenger Bag with Zip Closure [source: Heart of Mary]

Buttercup Bag (at made by RAE)
Pretty handbag. I love the short straps and the subtle round bottom. Instructions here.

[source: made by RAE]

The Card Condo (at Craft Gossip)
Really pretty wallet for credit cards and business cards.
Instructions here.

[source: Craft Gossip]

Mini Wallet Tutorial (at 7LayerStudio)
Very cute and clean looking wallet for just a very few things.
Instructions here.

[source: 7LayerStudio]

I just have to add this beautiful free Amy Butler "Thea's Puzzle Quilt" pattern. Yes, it's free! Other free Amy Butler patterns can be found here.

Thea's Puzzle Quilt [source: Amy Butler free patterns]