Pages

▼

Personalised Duffel-Style Bags - Free Tutorial!





This easy to follow and information packed tutorial shows you how to make not just one, but all sizes of this versatile duffel style bag.

The keychain size:

The pencil case size:


 The handbag size with several pockets and clips:





And the overnight or airline carry-on size:


The tutorial includes all measurements, pattern pieces,
and clear photos and instructions for every step, including how to custom make any size duffel you choose!



I have made sets for myself, and both my daughters with our initials on:


I also made one with rip-stop nylon fabric for my daughter to use as a waterproof swimming bag.

I have made sets for my daughter's friends..



And an extra gym bag for myself with longer straps..



So - if you would like a FREE copy of this PDF tutorial, just 
click here
 to go to the download!


To see my other free sewing tutorials, over l00 of them for all levels of sewing ability, go to 

My Tutorials Page


Happy Sewing!


40 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 7, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    I love handmade bags! I think that it's extra special with the appliqué initials.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Lisabella RussoMay 7, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Your bags are fabulous! I love that they're personalized and come in so many sizes!

    ReplyDelete
  3. free style creating by VillyMay 7, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    These are very nice Sets!My favorit is silver with red!COOL
    http://freestilcreatingbyvilly.blogspot.gr/2013/02/blog-post_6082.html

    ReplyDelete
  4. Tanya AnuragMay 7, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    Nice collection. Love the blue ones!

    ReplyDelete
  5. UnknownMay 8, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    I love the blue ones! Great Job!

    ReplyDelete
  6. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    I don't seem to get anything when I go to download the pattern and instructions. Is there a glitch???
    Thanks in advance.
    Sandy Corey

    ReplyDelete
  7. AnonymousMay 9, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    My email is
    src419@hotmail.com
    Sandy Corey

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillMay 9, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      Hi Sandy - just sent you an email with the link in again. I checked it here and it seems to be working fine!

      Delete
  8. Mel@Mellywood's MansionMay 9, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Jill they are fantastic, I'm so giving these a go :)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillMay 10, 2013 at 2:00 PM

      Thanks Mel! Let me know how they turn out if they make them!

      Delete
  9. Ana Love CraftMay 10, 2013 at 2:43 AM

    Amazing projects Jill! Love all especially the straps in little bags! Thanks for sharingfantastic tutorial!
    Have a wonderful week!
    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillMay 10, 2013 at 2:01 PM

      Thank - you Ana! Hope you have a great week too!

      Delete
  10. Claire JustineMay 10, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Love your bags, they are great :) Thanks for linking up to Creative Mondays ...

    ReplyDelete
  11. UnknownMay 12, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    Found you through Sew Many Ways Find a Friend Friday. Love your blog!

    I would love for you to share and link up at my TGIF Link Party.
    http://apeekintomyparadise.blogspot.com/2013/05/tgif-link-party-2.html

    Hugs, Cathy

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillMay 16, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      Thanks Cathy - and for the invite to your party. I shall come on over and take a look!

      Delete
  12. ChristineMay 14, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    Oh wow!!! Love the duffel bags!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

    ReplyDelete
  13. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    I can't access the tutorial, just get a blank page. Can anyone help?

    Nancy Massi
    saileach@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. AnonymousMay 26, 2013 at 2:18 AM

      I can't access it either. It's a blank page with 'Personalized Duffel Style Bags'.pfd. I can't download the tutorials either. :(

      Delete
    2. JillMay 27, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      Hi Nancy - I've emailed you the direct link, hopefully you can access the tutorial that way!

      Anonymous - if you email me then I can do the same for you!

      Delete
  14. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    I have tried to download the pattern but my internet connection is REALLY slow (I live in the middle of no where) could you please email me the pdf ??

    roxanna789@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  15. NikiChennellAugust 20, 2014 at 4:19 AM

    I have another question. Sorry to ask a million questions. Do you only use the fusible webbing for the monogram letter or the whole bag?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillAugust 20, 2014 at 6:45 AM

      Hi Niki,

      I just use the fusible webbing to attach the monogram to the bag. Nowhere else! :)

      Delete
  16. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 5:17 PM

    Hi Jil.
    Thank you so much for this beautiful tutorial. I have downloaded it but cannot seem to get the templates? Perhaps you can assist? Riana.russouw@gmail.com.

    Thank you once again for sharing.
    Riana

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillAugust 4, 2015 at 7:42 PM

      Hi Riana, So glad you like the tutorial. The templates should be on the last two pages of the tutorial. If you scroll through to the end you should see them. Just in case you can't find them, I have emailed you the tutorial with templates! Happy sewing!

      Delete
  17. UnknownNovember 13, 2015 at 4:40 AM

    Hi there! These look awesome. Before I start. Do you think that the overnight size would be a good size for a wrestling/american football gear bag?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillNovember 13, 2015 at 7:22 AM

      Hi Cassandra. Thank you first of all, so glad you like the bags. I'm sorry but I'm not familiar with wresting or American football gear so I'm not sure if the overnight size would be big enough!

      Delete
  18. UnknownJanuary 17, 2017 at 2:07 PM

    Hi Jill!! I wanted to thank you for your generosity on sharing these tutorials; they are super useful and easy to understand

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. JillJanuary 18, 2017 at 5:45 AM

      My pleasure Celina! So glad you like them!

      Delete
  19. Kela CollectionDecember 18, 2017 at 2:25 PM

    Hi Jill,
    I am making a duffle bag for my sister-in-law for Christmas. One of the overnight size ones, but my sister-in-law prefers square ends. What is the easiest way for me to modify the circle into a square so I can keep the measurements of the bag all proportional? Thanks! Amy

    ReplyDelete
  20. Kela CollectionDecember 18, 2017 at 2:27 PM

    Hi Jill!
    Love this bag. I'm making it for my sister-in-law for Christmas, but she prefers square ends rather than circle. What is the easiest way to modify this while keeping all the measurements of the bag proportional and correct? Thanks! Amy

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Kela CollectionDecember 18, 2017 at 4:20 PM

      I am assuming it would just be the length of the material divided by 4 (leaving a little excess for the zip seam). Is this correct?

      Delete
    2. JillJanuary 20, 2018 at 4:31 PM

      HI there

      Sorry for the delay replying, I was away on holiday. Yes, you're absolutely right for how to make square rather than round ends! Happy sewing!

      Delete

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.