As a site dedicated to promoting all things handmade, we probably shouldn’t be advocating the gift card. But what if you put the gift card inside a super cute, handmade case? All bases covered, everybody’s happy. A great ScrapBuster.
The exterior of this tiny treasure is made from gorgeous Jacquard ribbons stitched side by side. It starts flat, then folds up 1-2-3, and snaps front and back to create an adorable cone-shaped mini purse for coins + more.
The step-by-step instructions for this unique bag are packed with lots of great S4H tips and tricks for working with faux leather and vinyl, including cutting, stitching, and how to keep layers to a minimum.
A reusable gift bag can be almost as much fun as the present inside – especially when made in lovely colors and prints. These feature a cool eyelet-and-cording top closure. Use your favorite quilting cottons.
It has all the traits needed to rocket to the top of the totes. Precision cutting – both straight and on the bias, piping accents, and corded handles are just a few of the styling particulars that give this bag its iconic appeal.
Compact and tough, it can hold an iPad and cell phone for Techie Folk, file folders and homework to correct for Teacher Folk or art paper and drawing tools for Artist Folk. It’s a versatile design for any occasion.
We used gorgeous Renaissance Ribbons to hold the zippers in place on these handy 6” x 9” pouches. Clear vinyl on the front lets you easily glance at the contents. There’s even a free pattern to create the rounded corners.
There are so many ways to approach a fabric basket. For this one, we designed a set of unique “V-point” angled handles in a bold contrasting color, then added a big satin bow as a final sweet touch.
Insulated with thermal batting to help keep food warm or cold. Plenty of interior pockets – all in easy-care PUL. And the top inset zipper provides a secure closure so even if the tote tips, your picnic doesn’t spill.
Two coordinated pouches designed to clip together. Use one or both. Turn them into a mini shoulder bag or ditch the strap and toss one or both into a larger tote. Stash money and cards in one, make-up and extras in the other.
We blended three coordinating cottons plus a laminate for the inside. With a laminate behind the brushes, any traces of makeup that rub off can be quickly wiped away. It’s also handy to keep brushes clean and organized at home.
A lightweight, string style backpack is a perfect on-the-go carryall for outdoor activities. We used water-resistant nylon inside and out. You’ll love our easy technique for those cool vertical zippered pockets!
It can be super hard to find small items in a big bag. This handy pouch helps you corral your important stuff. Like a leash, simply reach in, grab onto the lanyard, and reel up your mini bag o’ belongings.
Make it in vinyl, faux leather or cotton laminate to whisk away the weather. We even used a weather-resistant zipper for the outer pocket. With 5″ box corners, you can handle a full load of power shopping rain or shine.
Two rows of dimensional ribbons front and back give this sleek clutch its elegant style. The gorgeous Jacquard ribbons, from Renaissance Ribbons accent the fabric of the clutch for a 3-D blend of saturated color and design. It's a perfect eye-catching accessory to pair with everything from a little black dress on an uptown evening to
Tall, thin and elegant, this bag could be a runway model. Or maybe at least be carried by one of those long-legged beauties. Soft faux leather is the perfect background for the beautiful jacquard ribbons from Renaissance Ribbons.
A top zipper with end tabs is one of the easiest zipper installations you can do. This small, medium and large set of posh little pouches combines a luscious, jewel tone satin with a sturdy canvas. Cuts provided for all 3 sizes.
This tote is designed in a shopper style, which means it’s a generous size that opens wide at the top and can be slung over your shoulder or carried by hand. We recommend easy-to-sew faux leather and vinyl for the sleek look.
When the light outside dims, it’s the perfect time for a bag with built-in reflective capabilities. Although designed with kids in mind, there’s no reason it couldn’t be used for adults as well. Just lengthen the crossbody strap.
Lightweight enough to fold away into their own handy carrying case, but tough enough to take on the big shopping chores. We used bound ripstop nylon for a great set of flexible totes that work as hard as you do.
Combine stunning fabric with a unique handle and you can create your very own designer style handbag for a fraction of boutique prices. Look at home décor fabrics for especially unique motifs and textures.
Fussy cutting of multiple motifs is the name of the game in creating this bag’s special look. The front features a fabric flower, and decorative metal rivets help hold the strap ends in place for a subtle dash of dimension.
Let's go fly a kite! This tote is ready to take off on your next adventure or at least on your next excursion to the store. The shopper style construction is fast and easy with deep 4" boxed corners and no-sew webbing handles. Let your creativity soar with the fun front appliqué. We offer a
This soft and slouchy bag blends 5 different fabrics from within one collection plus an accent solid and a row of perky poms along the top, Color, pattern, and texture combine from all sides for a unique, whimsical finish.
A vinyl window displays your list, there’s a handy credit card pocket on the opposite side, and a zippered interior pouch can hold coupons + cash. The lanyard makes it easy to grab from a purse or clip to a shopping bag.
When we're tracking the latest fashion flavors, we like to browse high-end sites to see which styles are selling for hundreds of dollars. Then we figure out what we could do to make that look easier, better, and all our own. For our Must-Have Clutch we took a peek at what was flying off the
A relaxed style, subtle hand embroidery, and rich ruffling are just some of the features we love on this soft shoulder bag. Mix and match four different quilting cottons to create vintage boho chic. A bit o’ batting adds just the right slouch.
An internal flex frame makes our eyeglass case easy to open and shut with just one hand. We embellished with a variety of gorgeous Renaissance Ribbons and added a soft fleece lining to protect your lenses.
Three rich substrates blend together into one beautiful, beginner-friendly bag: faux fur for the exterior, shantung silk for the lining, and faux suede for the strap. We also give you the easy steps to create your own faux fur poms.
For this unique crossbody bag, we created “ribbon fabric,” taking one ⅝” wide ribbon and stacking it to create matching accents of varying widths: single, triple and quadruple. An amazing embellishment that adds great texture.
Today's Weekend Wonder is made for the busy weekend warrior who wants to travel light. At just 5" x 3½", this little zippered key pouch fits your keys, cash and cards... even one of the new, super small phones. There's a handy strap so you can carry it over your wrist or simply grab it
Our fun and casual bag features two generous pleated pockets bound with fold-over elastic. It not only looks great, it’s also super functional; expandable pocket tops make dropping in items easy, even one-handed.
Combining the softness of faux suede with the color pop brightness of ribbon is a stunning combination. Our first choice for ribbon is Renaissance Ribbons; their jacquard ribbons are exquisitely woven, richly colored, and simply beautiful. They're a wonderful way to instantly add intricate style to a project. For this soft shoulder bag, we chose
Creativity is in the bag! Wave tucks are a fun way to add a textural focal point to any size bag. Don’t panic; this technique doesn’t require a bathing suit or a surfboard – all you need is your sewing machine and a desire for style!
A versatile bag with two ways to carry. Opened up to its full 18″ height, you have a full-size tote with riveted carry handles. Fold over the top and use the shoulder strap to create a compact, purse-size carryall.
It’s a handsome, functional style anyone would love, Generous pockets both front and back, an extra zippered pocket in the front for secure storage, an inset zippered closure at the top, and a divided pocket inside the lining.
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We admit to having a bit of a crush on laminates and oilcloth. This starry-eyed happiness encouraged us to scan back through some projects, looking for candidates to Re-imagine and Renovate in this fun substrate. Bingo! We landed on our classic Cosmetics & Toiletries Bag. The original sample already featured a laminate on the inside
Buckle up! But do it with more comfort and style with a super cute seat belt cover. Another great ScrapBusters! project, this easy wraparound cover is not only perfect for seat belts, it's also great for briefcase or suitcase straps. It even worked nicely to pad the handles of the recent heavy-duty Grocery Totes
Make a better grocery bag by doubling-up thinner store-offered cloth bags, resulting in a new bag strong enough to carry very heavy loads. Pretty accent panels and handy pockets are icing on the functional and fashionable cakes.
We suggest upholstery fabric scraps to create the appropriate structure for this sleek clutch. The finishing touch is a little bit of bling on the front as an accent over the magnetic clasp. A button is good or try rescued jewelry.