Category: Zipper bags

Here's a great pattern for a beginner sewer, for a quick and easy sew, to make you this adorable Stand Up Clutch bag. And the great news is the Stand Up Clutch comes in three sizes (small, medium and large) which enables you to make a clutch to suit any and every occasion.

Stand up clutch bag sewing pattern

Sew Modern Bags | May 10, 2018

Here’s a great pattern for a beginner sewer, for a quick and easy sew, to make you this adorable Stand Up Clutch bag. And the great news is the Stand

If you want to make the Olive Vanity Bag by Swoon then you can watch the full tutorial here. And if you want to modify the bag so that it opens out flat there is a tutorial for that here too. This spacious vanity bag is the perfect travel companion. It features an exterior slip pocket and convenient carrying handle. There are two sizes included in the pattern.

Other

Video tutorial for the Swoon Olive Vanity Bag

Sew Modern Bags | May 9, 2018

If you want to make the Olive Vanity Bag by Swoon then you can watch the full tutorial here. And if you want to modify the bag so that it

Other

Hanging about toiletry bag sewing pattern

Sew Modern Bags | April 26, 2018

Here is a very simple yet functional toiletry bag, named the Hang About Toiletry Bag. The great thing about this toiletry bag is it is unisex, perfect for

If you want to organize your cash, cards, coins and so much more then the Beresford Wallet will make the perfect wallet for you. The Beresford Wallet that measures 8 ¼" Wide by 4 ½" high has a front flap section which offers quick access for cards, cash and more you use every day, without needing to unzip your wallet to get to them. The front flap has two sections that feature two ID Windows, plus 4 additional card slots, a zippered coin pocket and a slip pocket. The full zip around closure offers two more secure sections in your wallet with 12 more card slots, two bill/cash pockets and a center zipper pouch for coins or other small items.

Wallets

Beresford Zip Around Wallet Pattern

Sew Modern Bags | April 22, 2018

If you want to organize your cash, cards, coins and so much more then the Beresford Wallet will make the perfect wallet for you. The Beresford Wallet that measures 8

Clutch bags

Travel Clutch FREE tutorial video

Sew Modern Bags | April 17, 2018

If you want to make your very own travel clutch then why not watch this quick and easy video. You will learn how to sew an excellent travel clutch

This is a great FREE sewing tutorial giving you detailed instructions on how to make this ingenious fold back Boxy Pouch. With the zipper closed you have yourself a Boxy Pouch but with the zipper open and flaps turned down you have yourself a basket. You can make these Boxy Pouches to store all kinds of things like school supplies, make-up, jewellery, medications, sewing supplies etc.

Free patterns

Ingenious fold back boxy bag sewing tutorial – free

Sew Modern Bags | April 9, 2018

This is a great FREE sewing tutorial giving you detailed instructions on how to make this ingenious fold back Boxy Pouch. With the zipper closed you have yourself a Boxy

Free patterns

Stela cute coin purse pattern – free + video

Sew Modern Bags | March 31, 2018

Here’s a great FREE PDF downloadable pattern, video and tutorial on how to make the Stela cute coin purse. The video shows you how to sew a leather coin

Clutch bags

Dana bag and wristlet

Sew Modern Bags | March 24, 2018

The Dana Bag and wristlet is fantastic for a night out if you just want to carry the essentials. The pdf downloadable pattern has easy to follow step

Here's a great FREE pattern to make the Flip Flop Messenger Bag. This roomy tote is designed with a loose structure so that when you are not using this bag it can be easily folded and stowed away. When making the Flip Flop Messenger Bag you can either use your favorite large prints or use lots of strips from a jelly roll. The pdf pattern includes directions for both options.

Free patterns

Flip flop messenger bag FREE pattern

Sew Modern Bags | March 22, 2018

Here’s a great FREE pattern to make the Flip Flop Messenger Bag. This roomy tote is designed with a loose structure so that when you are not

If you want to make a Boxy Bag that has dozens of uses then here is a PDF downloadable bag pattern and instructions. The bag which measures 7.5" long by 4.5" wide by 5.0" (plus straps) high, is perfect to use as a bag to carry your lunch, cosmetics, toiletries, camera or to travel with or take to the beach. It can also be used as a mini cooler bag if you line it with an insulated lining or as a hobby bag to carry your paints, knitting, crafting tools.

Other

Boxy Bag sewing pattern

Sew Modern Bags | March 2, 2018

If you want to make a Boxy Bag that has dozens of uses then here is a PDF downloadable bag pattern and instructions. The bag which measures 7.5″

Tutorials

Double Pocket Lined Zipper bag – free video

Sew Modern Bags | February 27, 2018

Watch this excellent 6-minute FREE step-by-step tutorial video and learn how to make an easy double pocket lined zipper bag. You will end up with a bag

Cross Body Bags

Handy make up bag – video

Sew Modern Bags | February 21, 2018

In just half an hour you can watch this FREE video on how to create your very own makeup bag with a zipper and side ties. You can use

Free patterns

Magic pouch – zipper wristlet bag – free tutorial

Sew Modern Bags | February 20, 2018

This is a lovely little pouch with two separated zipper compartments for your phone, money and keys etc. With a strap to hook onto the pouch, you will