Free Bag Patterns

Scroll down to explore the extensive listing below of FREE purse, backpack, wallet, and clutch patterns. A new link is added every month, so check back often to see what's new, or sign up for our monthly newsletter to be notified of new pattern additions.

FREE Purse Patterns and Tutorials from PursePatterns.com:

• Adjustable Bag Handle/Strap Tutorial.
• Bias Binding Tutorial.
• Crazy Quilting Terminology.
• Cutie Pootie Purse PDF Pattern - with adjustable strap.
• Duct Tape Purse Pattern Instructions - make your own duct tape purse!
• Handbag Piping Tutorial.
• Kool Aid Purse Tutorial. Add fur trim at the top for extra style!
• Magazine Purse Instructions - purse made from magazine covers.
• Quilted Reversible Rag Bag Tote PDF Pattern.
• Simple Sixty Minute Slouch Bag PDF Pattern.
• Three Dimensional Tote Bag Pattern - made with strips of fabric.
• Twist Lock Tutorial.
• Zippered Wristlet PDF Tutorial - Easy and quick to make wristlet bag.

Links to FREE patterns and tutorials are just below the designer's logo (from the menu list of pattern designers; for example: click on 'Sew Sweetness', then click on 'FREE Patterns').

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Web links to FREE Bag Patterns & Tutorials:
New: Fun and Easy Purse Tutorial by Shari Marie.
New: Favorite Tote Tutorial by Georgia of MoreLikeHome.net.

• Violet Tote Quilted with Redwork Flowers Tutorial by Advanced Embroidery Designs.
• AllCrafts.net Free craft patterns.
• Facemask and Fabric Drawstring Pouch Tutorial by Amy Chappell, therm*o*web.
• Drawstring Backpack Pattern by AppleGreen Cottage.
• Corduroy Circular Purse Tutorial by Arm Candy For You. Lots of photos!
• Convertible Sling Bag Pattern by Bag'n-telle. Very nice!
• Acacia Crossbody Bag Pattern by Namrata Shroff of Bagstock Designs.
• Laptop Bag Tutorial by Bear Creek Quilting Company, with luggage sleeve.
• Food-a-plenty Lunch Bag Tutorial by Best Fabric Store.
• A Simple Six-Pocket Bag Tutorial by Better Homes & Gardens
• Crossbody, Messenger, and Saddle Bag Patterns by Blue Calla.
• Everything Bag Tutorial by Bluebird Baby. Click 'next'....
• The Blossie Bag Tutorial by Bloom and Blossom.
• HeatNBond Snow Globe Zipper Pouch Pattern by Carla Henton.
• Barrell Bag Tutorial by Casey's Minis.
• Toddler Backpack Tutorial by Charity Beasley of Indie Tutes. With PDF pattern pieces!
• The Everything Pocket Bag Tutorial by Chickpea Sewing Studio.
• DIY coupon/money holder Tutorial by Christ, Coffee and Knitting Needles.
• The Coco Bag Pattern by ChrisW Designs (w/newsletter signup).
• The Greatest Bag Tutorial Ever? by Colorfool Creates.
• Purse Pattern Tutorial by Craft and Fabric Links.
• Upcycle Shirt to Purse Tutorial by craft buds.
• The Dubstepper Messenger Bag Pattern by The CraftJunky & Robert Kaufman.
• Purse Organizer Insert With Adjustable Divider by CraftPassion.
• Reversible Handbag Tutorial by Cranial Hiccups.
• Sewing Date Traveler Pattern by Cynthia Frenette - carry-all for sewing projects!
• "Pink October" Tote Bag Pattern by Dianne Prather, Mama's Pocketbook.
• Sewing Tote Organizer from Embroidery Library
• Bag Making & Sewing Tutorials by Emmaline Bags.
• Four Free PDF Bag Patterns by Emmaline Bags.
• The Wave Purse Organizer Tutorial by eSheep Designs.
• Scrap Fabric Burlap Bags Tutorial by favecrafts - easy to make!
• Kate Spade Inspired Bow Tote Tutorial by Flamingo Toes.
• Fancy Free Slouchy - Blue by FreeSpirit Fabrics, designed by Melissa Peda.
• Hindsight Patchwork Carryall Tutorial by FreeSpirit Fabrics.
• Patchwork Carryall Tutorial by FreeSpirit Fabrics, designed by Melissa Peda.
• Basic Wallet Tutorial by Fort Worth Fabric Studio.
• Kawaii Happy Sun Purse Tutorial by Gail Frieda of Boo and Lu Designs, therm*o*web.
• Bag, Backpack, and Wristlet Tutorials by Heart of Mary.
• Emelia's Dream Backpack by Heidi Pridemore & Blank Quilting Corp.
• 38 Tutorials including satchel, clutches, & handbags by Heidi Staples of Fabric Mutt.
• Child Sized Reusable Shopping Bags Tutorial by Hopeful Threads.
• Ruffles Handbag Tutorial by How Joyful.
• Closed Ended Purse Straps Tutorial by ikatbag.
• The Keisha Bag Tutorial by Jana Nielson, Lola...again.
• Beach Bag PDF Tutorial by Jan Eskridge of ReannaLily Designs.
• Fat Quarter Drawstring Backpack Tutorial by Jan Eskridge of ReannaLily Designs.
• Mini Quilt Zip Top Bag Tutorial by Jan Eskridge of ReannaLily Designs.
• Quilted Purse Handle Tutorial by Jan Eskridge of ReannaLily Designs.
• Purse Organizer by Janice Ryan and Robert Kaufman Fabrics.
• Luscious Bow Tote PDF Pattern by Josephine Kimberling and Robert Kaufman Fabrics.
• The Easy Everything Bag PDF Pattern featuring The Four Seasons by Julie Paschkis.
• Snappy Bag Tutorial by Just Another Hang Up. Great for gifts!
• Denim Armrest Project Bag Tutorial by Just Crafty Enough.
• How to Make Handbags from Placemats Tutorial by Kathryn Hatter.
• Cute (and easy!) Gingham Handbag Tutorial from kayray.org.
• Polka Dot Pouch by Knitty Bitties. Different polkadot triangles sewn together.
• Burlap Purse with Shabby Rose Tutorial by La Maison Reid.
• Shoulder Bag Pattern for Jane's Floral Fantasy by Laura Grey & JaneSassaman.com.
• Color Beat Tote Bag PDF Pattern by Laura Nownes & Diana McClun.
• Organizer Wallet Tutorial by LBG Studio.
• Scrappy Snappy Pouch Tutorial by Leslie's Art and Sew.
• Frequent Flowers Quilted Tote Bag Tutorial by Lucie Sinkler.
• Evening Glamour Quilted Purse Tutorial by Lynne Farris.
• Charm Square Jewel Bag Tutorial by Mad Quilter.
• Fabric Basket Tutorial by Maevy's Corner.
• Fabric Fishy Purse Tutorial by Make It & Love It. Pattern pieces included.
• Large Tote with Rounded Opening Tutorial by Make It & Love It.
• Reversible Purse Tutorial with PDF bag template by Martha Stewart.
• Super Sturdy Grocery Tote Bag Tutorial by Mary Sews.
• Easy Zippered Box Pouch Tutorial by Melanie Ham.
• Shoulder Bag Tutorial by Melissa Wastney.
• 8 Bag Patterns plus much more! by Moda Fabrics.
• Child's Quilted Suitcase Tutorial by MOMMY by day CRAFTER by night.
• Favorite Tote Tutorial by Georgia of MoreLikeHome.net.
• Placemat Tote Bag Tutorial by My Sew Sweet Studio.
• Adjustable Strap Tutorial by Nicole Mallalieu - You Sew Girl!
• Piggy Bank Purse Tutorial by Nosey Nest.
• Messenger Bag Tutorial from OCD: Obsessive Crafting Disorder.
• Mother-Daughter Tote Bag Pattern by oliver + s.
• Easy One-sided Zipper Purse Instructions Video by Pam Damour - The Decorating Diva.
• Purse Tutorial by Paula Cheney. Made with one piece of fabric!
• Purse PDF Pattern by Paula Milner.
• A Pleated Pocket Mini Tutorial by Pickup Some Creativity.
• BAGS | TOTES | ZIPS Tutorials by Punkin Patterns.
• Pink Pocket Purse Tutorial by Pursenal Issues.
• Drawstring, Two Pocket Bag Tutorial from the Quilting Board.
• Quick 'N Easy Quilted Wallet Tutorial by QuiltPox.
• Pleated Tote Tutorial by Rebeka Lambert. Cute Button closure!
• Heart on Your Quilted Bag Tutorial by Retta Warehime.
• 4 bag patterns & more! by Riley Blake Designs.
• Lots of free bag patterns (and ads) by Sew Can She.
• Duffle, Carryall, Backpacks and more! by SIYSewItYourself.com.
• Game Day Gym Bag Tutorial by sew like my mom.
• Suburbanite Handbag Tutorial by Sew Modern Bags.
• Diaper Bag Tutorial by Sew Much Ado.
• Heart Backpack Pattern by Sew Much Ado.
• Faux Leather Handbag Tutorial by sew4home.
• Duct Tape Purse YouTube Video Tutorial by shaebay5.
• Fun and Easy Purse Tutorial by Shari Marie.
• The Reversible School-Time Messenger Bag Tutorial by Snips & Spice.
• So Sew Easy Schlep Bag PDF Pattern by Sentimental Stitches.
• Free Sewing Patterns by So Sew Easy. Over a dozen free bag patterns!
• Lined Zippered Pouch Sewing Tutorial by soreribsin, a great YouTube video tutorial!
• 9 Sewing Patterns including Pouches & Totes by Splash Fabric.
• Easy Duct Tape Purse Tutorial by StellaBell.
• Add a Recessed Zipper to a Tote Tutorial by Stitch Lab Blog.
• Snappy Bag Tutorial by TatteredGarden Quilting.
• Reversible Handbag Tutorial by Tea Rose Home.
• Quilted Fabric Wallet Tutorial by that*darn*kat.
• Windham Patchwork Tote by Therm O Web. With HeatnBond fusible fleece.
• Vintage Hanky Tote Tutorial by The Cottage Mama.
• Origami Bag Tutorial by The Crafty Mummy.
• Triple Tote Tutorial - Sewing for Beginners by The DIY Dreamer. Three compartments!
• How to make an inverted pleat pocket by The Haby Goddess.
• Simple Mesh Bag Tutorial by The Inspired Wren. Great for the beach!
• Pleated Tote Tutorial by Ellen Luckett Baker of The Long Thread.
• The Two Pillowcase Bag Tutorial by The Sewing Dork.
• Dozens of FREE Sewing Patterns by The Stitching Scientist. See 'bags and totes'.
• Patchwork Strips and Side-Ties Tote Bag PDF Pattern by This & That, & PatternPile.
• Butterfly Paper Pieced Zipper Pouch by therm*o*web.
• MEOW Composition Book Cover by therm*o*web.
• Patchwork Fabric Tote Tutorial by therm*o*web.
• Sew a Cheery Cherry Fruit Themed Tote by therm*o*web.
• Little Boxy Pouch Tutorial by three bears.
• Recycled Wrapper Zippered Coin Purse Tutorial by Tonya's Sewing Room.
• Duffle Bag Sewing Tutorial by Torie Jayne.
• DIY Athletic Phone Arm Band by Trash to Couture.
• DIY Custom Zipper Pouches by Trash to Couture.
• Hobo Tag Tutorial by Vanilla Joy. Excellent, with lots of photos!
• Bag Making for Beginners by Vicky Myers Creations.
• How to Make a Bucket Bag Tutorial by We All Sew. Perfect for Fall!
• Mesh Bag Tutorial by We All Sew.
• Ruffled Totebag Tutorial by Weekend Designer. ...it ain't rocket science!