When the days get longer and the temperatures rise, all thoughts turn to sunshine and the beach. When you head to the beach, you need a big, roomy beach bag. As a quilter, you can sew a purse quilt bag that’s beautiful, practical, and totally unique.

Free Purse Quilt Patterns
Browse free purse quilt patterns to find a pattern that you love within your ability level. Remember, fabric choice can turn almost any quilted tote bag pattern into a beach bag. Simply choose a pattern you like, then close your eyes and imagine it made up in soothing ocean blue tones, or fun sunny yellows.

For multi-taskers, it’s hard to beat the Traveler’s Pillow Bag. This roomy free quilted bag doubles as a pillow bag and a place to story magazines and other beach reads. Its simple design would look great made up in beach-colored pastels or tiny calico prints.

When you’re out for the day, one of the most important features in a bag is space. The To Grandmother’s House We Go Tote answers that need with a spacious 18” x 20” size and convenient carrying handles. The pattern also offers a smaller size bag, so you can stitch matching totes for your kids or grandkids.

Looking for a bag that evokes ocean waves and lazy afternoons? The Quilted Tote Bag is your choice! The wavy lines and machine stitching in a contrasting color make this a bag that will hold up in style for many leisure days.

Sewing Quilted Bags for Kids
Some beach bag patterns, like the Color Your World Gift Bag pattern, are easy enough that even children can make them. They might just need a bit of assistance. If you’re looking for a fun, different craft idea for a birthday party, invite children over and let each choose from pre-purchased fabrics and then sew this easy-to-make bag for summer trips to the beach or for simple backyard outings.

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