This week I decided to sew a little bag for carrying my big DSLR camera.
Yes, I have one of those big ugly camera bags with places for extra lenses and batteries and all that stuff. But I’m not a professional photographer so I don’t want all that when I go out.
All I wanted was a little bag that I can carry my camera in when I’m out with my family.
This was what I was thinking when I set out to make this easy little bag:
It had to be FAST and EASY!
I wanted to use foam stabilizer to make it pretty, cushy, and quilted.
I wanted to use one or two of my fat quarters from FIGO.
And I did it! Can you believe this little bag has no unfinished seams and also no binding inside or out?
The straps are disproportionately long compared to the body of the bag. I did that on purpose because I wanted to be able to easily pick up and carry the bag with my big camera inside.
So I sacrificed aesthetics for function. I try not to do that very often.
And now I have a darling, cushy, little bag that I can grab-and-go with my big camera inside!
Would you like to have a tutorial for this little bag? Or would you rather have me make a larger version to share with you? I could easily add a zipper or magnetic snap closures. And maybe even an exterior pocket.
Sew an organizer covered with pockets that you can hang in your closet! This easy sewing project is great for organizing sewing and craft supplies, fashion accessories, bathroom necessities, gift wrappings, and more. There are pockets on both sides plus a big interior pocket so every bit of space is used. I’ll show you easy step by step instructions for sewing this organizer and putting it to use in your home. Get sew organized today.
Are you sewing a Closet Organizer with me? I hope so! This is Part 2 of our free sewing tutorial for an amazing organizer with a coat hanger inside so you can hang it anywhere.
If you are getting started, make sure you start at Part 1 of the free pattern.
Be a basketmaker! Sure, you can sew, but did you know that you can make amazing baskets too using your sewing machine, some fabric and the same materials that you use for your other projects?
Have you fallen in love with Quilt as You Go yet? It’s a fun technique for quilts, of course, but I’m having lots of fun using it for pouches and tote bags too.
I’m so excited to share with you the pattern for our first mini quilt of 2018… Flora! This beautiful little quilt was designed by the very talented Lauren of Molly & Mama…
At my daughter Chloe’s high school (can you believe my baby started high school???), the lunch lines are so long that she has been skipping lunch! She’s always starving by the time she gets home because she doesn’t want to carry a big lunch bag as well as her heavy backpack – poor girl!
Looking for free table runner patterns? I gathered up all my favorites in one place – here are free quilt patterns for table runners for fall, winter, spring and summer!
I am so in love with the beautiful look of simple patchwork quilts with lots of squares. This is the perfect way to use up fabric scraps like I did, or you can make a beautifully coordinated quilt with pre-cut 2 1/2’’ square fabric pieces that come in mini-charm packs.
I’m also in love with the process. If you feel like quilt making is your escape from the world and sitting down to sew for a few hours makes your troubles fade away… this is the quilt for you!
Sew an easy beautiful apron with this free sewing pattern that only uses one yard of fabric! Whether you are sewing for yourself or for a friend, an apron always comes in handy and makes a great gift. This blog post includes a link to a free template that I digitized for you.
Disclosure: some of my posts contain affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of those links I may receive a small commission, so thank you for supporting SewCanShe when you shop! All of the opinions are my own and I only suggest products that I actually use. 🙂
Learn how to quilt a pretty arc flower motif. Let me show you how to quilt this arc motif in a square using a 4’’ arc ruler – plus I’ll show you how to quilt it without a quilting ruler too. This pretty quilting motif looks elaborate, but it’s actually very easy to quilt and can be quilted in squares of all sizes.
I LOVE sewing low volume quilts! To me, they are modern and traditional, using lots of fabrics that don’t necessarily match, but look beautiful as a whole. We’re not starting something new, just borrowing ideas from early quilters who cut fabric pieces from clothing, sheets, and even flour sacks, piecing them together in beautiful patterns.
I’m back!!! I spent a fabulous weekend in Houston a few days ago and came back relaxed, refreshed, and inspired to sew. What did that? Quilt Market! In case you’ve not heard about it yet, Quilt Market is a bi-annual trade show for anyone involved in the quilt industry.
I first learned about the quilters of Gee’s Bend a couple years ago, African-American women from a community in deep-South Alabama that was isolated for many years. They made quilts to keep their children and grandchildren warm and did it without rotary cutters, mats, or fancy sewing machines.
The holidays are nearly here and there are a million uses for a star: a decoration… a toy… a tree topper??? This star was made with less than a 1/3 yard of mango cuddle from Shannon Fabrics.
Whether people were surprised or not, The Quilt Design Coloring Workbookwas a runaway smash hit at QuiltCon. The bookseller that attended and hosted a book signing literally ran out of books during the book signing – they were all sold (that’s why Thomas had to give me his own personal copy)!
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I would love a tutorial for this bag! I have the same issue with my dslr! A quilted bag would be perfect!
Would love a tutorial for a camera bag! I’ve needed a bag for my DSLR camera forever, but didn’t want a traditional camera bag. I’d vote for the smaller version 🙂
The cute little tote is darling. And, because you asked, yes, please: a tutorial for a larger version—with a zipper—would be so appreciated! One with a recessed zipper, Caroline. Those make a bag look like the stitcher REALLLY knows what she’s doing! And many thanks, Caroline. As ever!
Hello and Happy new year from Argentina. yes, thanks, would love a tutorial on the small bag with no binding, something one can make in a flash to carry odds and ends in. Many thanks
What a super cute bag!! I think a tutorial would be great – big and/or small. Thank you for your tutorials and beautiful smile. I’ve learned so much from you!! Happy New Year!
Love your camera bag!! (I make all your tutorials) so yes I’d like one in many sizes. I’ll use it for my Router, and other tools since I only carry my Iphone camera now. Thanks for all your sewing inspirations!
I would love a tutorial for this bag. It’s adorable and I’m thinking maybe as a gift bag for lotions, lip gloss, etc. larger sizes would be nice too. I love it.
I love this bag it is very unselfish of you to share both ways let alone one I would love to see one with a zipper. Thank you so much for sharing ! Sheila Coon
Would love a tutorial for the small camera bag. Just bought a camera for my grandchild for Christmas and this would be perfect for that and I could monogram her name on it.
Yes, yes, and yes! I’d love to have a tutorial on this darling bag which could be used and adapted for many purposes. I have learned much for your tutorials and plan to make more of your projects in 2020! You are my first go-to site for sewing, bag-making, and quilting ideas! I really enjoy all your videos and your blogs–love your sense of humor. Thank you for what you have already given us, and thank you for this tutorial!
I would love a tutorial for the little bag. I have a camera also that needs a cute bag! Plus I could make one for my mini crochet projects to take to and from work.
Yes, I would love the pattern. It is great as is, but for me, I would add a shoulder strap and use it as a small purse for carrying my phone, sunglasses, etc. Love your patterns and designs – you are a very talented lady. Thanks.
I love this little bag and the big one! I can’t wait to see the tutorial! I am such a bag addict! Or a bag lady! I love bags!. Thank you for your generosity!
I would love a tutorial for this bag! I have the same issue with my dslr! A quilted bag would be perfect!
The cushy little bag looks so cute, but I would need a bigger one. Love this site and the patterns you put on here.
Would love the little bag and also instructions for a bigger one.
Thank you for offering.
Shari…North Carolina
Would love a tutorial for the bag with a larger size option. I. AM. IN. LOVE. Happy New Year!!
Love the little bag just like it is! Very cute! You make so many cute things (little mini baskets). I love your videos! You make it look so doable!
The bag is perfect for a camera. Measurements for this size would be nice.
Love the look of this little bag!!! Having a putter pocket and a zipper on it would be great.
Would love a tutorial for a camera bag! I’ve needed a bag for my DSLR camera forever, but didn’t want a traditional camera bag. I’d vote for the smaller version 🙂
I would love to see a tutorial for this little bag for your camera – maybe with different sizes of straps. Thank you for all your great tutorials!
I NEED the pattern for your camera bag!!!! I l-o-v-e it…………multipurpose too!
The cute little tote is darling. And, because you asked, yes, please: a tutorial for a larger version—with a zipper—would be so appreciated! One with a recessed zipper, Caroline. Those make a bag look like the stitcher REALLLY knows what she’s doing! And many thanks, Caroline. As ever!
I would love a tutorial of this bag small and larger!
Hello and Happy new year from Argentina. yes, thanks, would love a tutorial on the small bag with no binding, something one can make in a flash to carry odds and ends in.
Many thanks
This little bag is darling just as it is! I am thinking my dd would love one for her dslr camera.
I would like the larger option as I often carry things that are breakable and this would help cushion. Great idea!
I would love it if you would take the time to make a tutorial of the bag. Preferably with a zipper top. Thank you!
Love it! I’d love a tutorial with a zipper as I have been known to flip a bag and have its contents spill out!
What a super cute bag!! I think a tutorial would be great – big and/or small. Thank you for your tutorials and beautiful smile. I’ve learned so much from you!! Happy New Year!
Love your camera bag!! (I make all your tutorials) so yes I’d like one in many sizes. I’ll use it for my Router, and other tools since I only carry my Iphone camera now. Thanks for all your sewing inspirations!
I want A tutorial For the small bag please!
I would love to make several for holding birthday party favors for my granddaughters. Thanks
I too would like a tutorial as it would be perfect for my camera which I rarely take out.
I would love a tutorial for this bag. It’s adorable and I’m thinking maybe as a gift bag for lotions, lip gloss, etc. larger sizes would be nice too. I love it.
Glenda
I would love to have a tutorial of the small bag. It will be perfect for the daughter of a friend.
Love this little bag. Don’t have a camera, but it is a great size for my EPP projects on the go. Thanks
I would love a pattern for the cushy bag. That was a tease. Your fabric was perfect and I call it a whatever bag.
I would love to have a tutorial of this bag. It would be perfect for shopping.
I would like to see a tutorial for the bag with measrements for bigger sizes. Maybe with a tab and button closer.
I love this bag it is very unselfish of you to share both ways let alone one I would love to see one with a zipper. Thank you so much for sharing ! Sheila Coon
I would love a tute on the tiny size for a camera like yours. Thanks so much.
Would love a tutorial for the small camera bag. Just bought a camera for my grandchild for Christmas and this would be perfect for that and I could monogram her name on it.
I would like a tutorial and pattern for the camera bag and also larger one
Sue Wallace
Yes I would like a tutorial on the little bag. And the fabric measurements.
Yes, yes, and yes! I’d love to have a tutorial on this darling bag which could be used and adapted for many purposes. I have learned much for your tutorials and plan to make more of your projects in 2020! You are my first go-to site for sewing, bag-making, and quilting ideas! I really enjoy all your videos and your blogs–love your sense of humor. Thank you for what you have already given us, and thank you for this tutorial!
LOVE the little cushy bag with looong straps just the way it is – pattern/tutorial, PLEASE! (Larger bag would be great, too!!)
Also, thank you for the awesome rag quilt tute – great to make and share with littles (and bigs!) who need help staying warm this time of year! xoxo
I would love a tutorial for the little bag. I have a camera also that needs a cute bag! Plus I could make one for my mini crochet projects to take to and from work.
This is gorgeous! I’d use this for a handbag if it had a magnetic flap – it’s lovely.
I love the little bag just the way it is, would love a pattern Karen F.
Yes, please 😊
Hi Caroline. Yes yes yes. Woul love this pattern & requirements to make for my grandchilren.
Yes please
Would love to have the pattern for your camera bag just the size that you have. Thank you
Oh, yes! Would really like to see how you put this little bag together. A tutorial would be most appreciated. Thank you!
Yes, I would love the pattern. It is great as is, but for me, I would add a shoulder strap and use it as a small purse for carrying my phone, sunglasses, etc.
Love your patterns and designs – you are a very talented lady. Thanks.
I love this little bag and the big one! I can’t wait to see the tutorial! I am such a bag addict! Or a bag lady! I love bags!.
Thank you for your generosity!
I think I’d get more use out of the larger one! Thanks!
I love the pick and red roses fabric (and the script on pink). What are they? Where?
Hi Darlene,
The rose print is from Anna Griffin and the pink Calligraphy print is from QT Fabrics. I don’t know if either are still available. 🙂
I love this one, but a larger one would also be nice.
I love the size bag. Please,please share the pattern. Thanks.