Ready to create your own stylish bag with just a few simple sewing steps? This beginner-friendly DIY tutorial shows you how to sew a bag from scratch, even if you’ve never picked up a needle before!

How It's Made: Start by painting both halves of your paper plate. You only need to paint the backside of the plate because that’s what will face “out” on your purse.

You can learn how to make your own purse patterns without having to invest in tons of store-bought patterns or even enrolling in the traditional design school. And the really cool part is you can ...