23 Perfect Purse Patterns to Make

You’ll love these beautiful purse tutorials, free handbag patterns, clutch purse patterns, how to sew a purse tutorials, and even tutorials on how to make a tote.  Perfect for homemade gifts for yourself, friends, Christmas, and teacher appreciation week. 

The Tip Junkie Creative Community has 89 free handbag, purse, and clutch patterns templates and pictured tutorials to make! So be sure to search there if you’re looking for a specific style. {wink}

Purse Tutorial

1.  The Olivia Bag Pattern ~  A free bag pattern that is so easy to make and customize the pockets to whatever you need.

2.  Blossom Handbag/Shoulder Bag ~ This versatile free pattern offers you the choice of a shoulder bag or handbag option.  There are also many pockets to keep everything organized.

3.  Tote to Purse ~ Refashion a tote bag into a purse with pockets.  The tote bag was too deep so Dana shortened it and made pockets.  Now there’s pockets to store essentials.

4.  Sew a Mini Messenger Bag {Bags and Purses} ~ How cute is this mini messenger bag!? Perfect for young to old and all ages in between depending on the fabric you choose! Learn how to make one with the pattern and tutorial in this great post!

5.  Triplet Tote Tutorial ~ A simple bag cleverly incorporates three pockets for everyday necessities including your laptop.

6.  Metallic and Neon Purse ~ This reverse bow purse is perfect for a night out with the girls.  And, the color palette is right on trend with metallic and a pop of color.  

Free Handbag Pattern

7.  Braided Belt Messenger Bag ~ How cute is this messenger bag!? Perfect for young to old and all ages in between depending on the fabric you choose! Learn how to make one with the pattern and tutorial in this great post!

8.  Origami Bento Bag ~  This bag is nice and roomy as a purse. Have fun mixing and matching coordinating prints.  Use 3 fat quarters.

9.  DIY Grandview Bag (formerly known as the Anthro Bag) ~ To be your most fabulous self, every girls need a fabulous bag.  This one should do the trick! 

10.  How to Make a Reversible Bag ~This bag is is similar to Charlie bag in terms of shape and sewing technique, it is slightly smaller and has rounded bottom.

11.  Mod Purse Refashion ~ Refashion an old purse into a trendy new one.  An old purse was simply cut in half and reassembled with new fabric.

12.  How to Make a Burlap Bag ~ If you are on the burlap lover’s wagon then this is the perfect purse for you!  The burlap bag is lined with a gingham fabric and accented with a fabric flower.

13.  Trendy Faux Leather Handbag ~ A durable handbag that has an magnetic enclosure.

Free Bag Patterns

14.  Retro Messenger Bag ~ This gorgeous bag is a simple “egg-shaped messenger bag” with a unique angled front pocket.  

15.  Slouchy Summer Hobo Bag ~ This adorable hobo bag is smaller than a tote bag, but large enough to hold the summer essentials and still have room.  Don’t you just love the lace overlay?!

16.  Beginner’s Bias Tape Bag ~ Homemade, easy to make bag that is a stylish purse to tote around with.  A perfect gift for any girl!

17.  Pleated Tote {free pattern} ~ A simple tutorial to make a pleated tote.  Download the free pdf pattern and instructions to make your own.

Free Clutch Purse Patterns

18.  Polka Dot Fold Over Clutch ~ This clutch is so beautiful and versatile.  I looks great with a casual outfit, but could be dressy enough for a formal occasion.  It would even make a lovely bridesmaid gift.

19.  Crocheted Leather Flap Clutch Tutorial ~ A great crochet tutorial on how to make a versatile clutch that’s perfect for everyday use.

20.  Crocheted Leather Flap Clutch Tutorial ~ A great crochet tutorial on how to make a versatile clutch that’s perfect for everyday use.

21.  Ruffle Clutch {free pattern} ~ We can never have enough purses right? This free bag pattern is so simple, that if you have never sewn a bag before, this is for you. Everything is made up of rectangles and straight lines. – Follow the instructions carefully and you just can’’t go wrong.

22.  Envelope Suede Clutch {free pattern} ~ This suede clutch is a perfect grab and go stylish accessory to add to your wardrobe! Thanks to this tutorial you can easily make one too! Choose your fabric and grab your sewing machine!

23.  How to Make a Wallet Clutch ~ A clutch that is super easy to make and works great as a wallet, but it can also be used to carry your wallet, cell phone, keys, and whatever else you fancy. I have made smaller and bigger sizes to use as an organizer in my purse for misc items that always fall in the cracks.

 

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