Author: Kelsey Andersen

The Relic Crossbody Bag by Notorious Alice celebrates creative reuse with a unique folded top band, front slip pocket with integrated zipper, and spacious interior. Intermediate level.

If you're looking for a structured tote pattern that looks dramatic without demanding expert-level skills, the Salem Tote by Notorious Alice is it. Clean lines, 3 sizes, beginner-friendly

The Samara VHS Bag by Notorious Alice is a VHS tape-inspired structured zipper bag available in three sizes. Shop this intermediate PDF sewing pattern at Sew Modern Bags.

Every bag-maker dreams of a tote that looks polished and stays organized. The Moonlit Tote by Sylvie van der Meer of Lacus Design delivers exactly that — a

Keeping your essentials organized while traveling doesn’t have to mean cramming everything into a single overstuffed bag. The Foldable Travel Organizer with Removable Pouch by My Cup of

Two versions, two sizes, and a zipper on every surface that matters. The Boxy Crossbody Bag pattern by Ella of My Cup of Stitching is the kind of

 The Sienna Tote has a job to do — and it does it beautifully. This structured design from My Cup Of Stitching packs in a front flap pocket

This A5 Journal & Book Cover pattern from Creazioni Cicerone is one of those rare finds that’s just as impressive to give as it is to sew. A

  The Terra Tote is the rare pattern that earns permanent spot-in-the-rotation status — quilted exterior, earthy corduroy base, and a convertible carry system that goes from top-handle

Tote bags are the perfect first sewing project — clean lines, minimal hardware, and a finished result you’ll actually reach for every single day. Here are our top

If you’ve been searching for a wallet pattern that actually holds up over time — one that’s slim, structured, and packed with practical features — the Classic Trifold

One bag, two completely different looks — the Cylia by Lacus Design does that without any compromise. Swap the shoulder strap for the crossbody strap and you’ve got

If you love a well-designed, compact backpack that carries everything you need without the bulk, the Lilliput Backpack sewing pattern by Ujamaa Bagettes is about to become your