Category: Videos

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.

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

Here is a great FREE video showing how to create your very own computer case. The video is only about 30 minutes long and that is exactly how long it will take you to make one of these computer cases. It will be great to make one for yourself but you can also give others as gifts.

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30 minute computer case – FREE video

Sew Modern Bags | May 8, 2018

Here is a great FREE video showing you how to create your very own computer case. The video is only about 30 minutes long and that is exactly how

We have brought you today a FREE video showing you how to make a Sunglasses Case. The 13-minute video shows you how you could make your very own sunglasses or eyeglasses case in just 10 to 15 minutes. The detailed video takes you through this simple task and once you have made one you'll want to make others as gifts or even to sell.

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10 minute sunglasses case – FREE video

Sew Modern Bags | May 1, 2018

We have brought you today a FREE video showing you how to make a Sunglasses Case. The 13-minute video shows you how you could make your very own sunglasses or

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Velvet gypsy tote bag – FREE video and tutorial

Sew Modern Bags | April 21, 2018

Here’s a really comprehensive FREE video and tutorial showing you how to make a Velvet Gypsy Tote Bag. This bag was actually made from recycled velvet – old velvet skirts and

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

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Patchwork tote bag with couching – FREE video and tutorial

Sew Modern Bags | April 10, 2018

We have below an excellent FREE video AND tutorial showing you how to make a Patchwork Tote Bag with Couching. So all you now have to do, once

Purses

Renegade Bowling Bag

Sew Modern Bags | April 6, 2018

Here is the Renegade Bowling Bag that can be completed by a confident beginner. This bag is a step up from your traditional tote bag, but it comes

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Wine bottle bag for 4 bottles – FREE video tutorial

Sew Modern Bags | April 3, 2018

Do you have days where one bottle of wine just isn’t enough? Or you like to take several bottles of wine when you go out with friends? Or

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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

You will find below a great FREE video of how you can box a corner on a bag. When you add a boxed corner to a tote bag it gives it some stability so that it will stand up on its own. It also gives a nice finishing touch to the bag as well. The FREE video runs for just 5 minutes, and in that time you can learn a simple technique that you can use when you want to add a bit of stability to your bag.

Tutorials

How to box bag corners – Free video tutorial

Sew Modern Bags | March 25, 2018

Calling all beginners. Have you ever found the written instructions for how to box the bottom corners of your bags really, really confusing? Sometimes the illustrations can be

Here is a great FREE video showing you how to make this easy and fun drawstring bag with front pockets you can customize with different fabrics and buttons.

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Drawstring bag with diagonal pockets – FREE video

Sew Modern Bags | March 21, 2018

Here is a great FREE video showing you how to make this easy and fun drawstring bag with front pockets you can customize with different fabrics and buttons.

If you want to make a bag that is safe from those nasty pickpockets then here is The Helsinki Anti-Pickpocket Bag. You can get the FREE PDF downloadable pattern here and watch three excellent FREE videos showing you how to make the bag.

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Safe Anti-pickpocket bag – free pattern and videos

Sew Modern Bags | March 16, 2018

If you want to make a bag that is safe from those nasty pickpockets then here is The Helsinki Anti-Pickpocket Bag. You can get the FREE PDF

Learn how to sew a beautiful lined tote bag with outer pockets on both the front and back with this outstanding FREE video tutorial. You can use up to five different fabrics on this Tote Bag if you really want it to stand out. And to really make the colors stand out the tutorial shows you how to add piping at the top edges.

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Lined tote bag with outside pockets – video

Sew Modern Bags | March 11, 2018

Learn how to sew a beautiful lined tote bag with outer pockets on both the front and back with this outstanding FREE video tutorial. You can use up to