Featured Products

Oakley Bucket Bag
$12.00

The Oakley Bucket Bag is a medium sized bucket bag that features three pockets as well as a unique and classy closure. The leather accents on this bag give it a retro, high end look. I rate the Oakley Bucket Bag as an intermediate pattern based on the small seam allowance and the use of leather; however it is a simple pattern that can be made by a beginner with the right materials. I sewed all of my Oakley bags on a Brother PQ1500SL machine with a leather needle. There are so many customization options for you to really make it your own. I hope you enjoy making the Oakley Bucket Bag as much as I enjoyed designing it!

Finished Size: 7 1/2” wide by 11 1/2” tall by 7 1/2” deep

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Lucy Long Wallet
$12.00

The Lucy Long Wallet is a beginner level pattern and can be sewn in either leather, vinyl or cork.  The Lucy Long Wallet is a beautiful blend of fashion and function. It features 8 card slots, an ID pocket, two slip pockets and a zippered pocket. The Lucy Long Wallet closes with two snaps and has the option of adding a wrist strap. Its slim design fits neatly in your bag, or put your phone in one of the slip pockets for a quick on the go wristlet. Get ready to let your creativity shine with the Lucy Long Wallet!

Finished size: 7 1/2” wide by 4 1/4” tall by 1/2” deep

PLEASE NOTE: This is a digital pattern download only. No physical product will be mailed to you.

Watch a tutorial by Jeannie’s Designs on YouTube!

Andie Backpack
$12.00

The Andie Backpack is an intermediate level pattern. It can be made using a variety of materials based on what your sewing machine can handle.  The Andie Backpack is large enough to hold a water bottle, a tablet and all of your essentials while still being a smaller pack. It features a flap closure, expandable opening, two side pockets, a hidden back pocket, an interior zipper pocket and a divided slip pocket. Why not be fashionable and functional at once!

Finished Size: 10” wide by 12” tall by 6” deep

PLEASE NOTE: This is a digital pattern download only. No physical product will be mailed to you.

Includes a video tutorial by Barbie of Jeannie’s Designs!

Evelyn Crossbody
$12.00

The Evelyn Crossbody is a classic design with clean lines. The pattern comes in two sizes! You get the full size for everyday use and the baguette size for a fun, elegant look. The Evelyn Crossbody is an intermediate level sewing pattern but can be made by the confident beginner. It can be made using a variety of materials including leather, vinyl, cork, cotton etc., based on what your sewing machine can handle. The Evelyn Crossbody features a back slip pocket, a recessed zipper closure, an interior zipper pocket and an interior slip pocket for the regular size.

Finished Size: Full size: 10” wide by 8” tall by 2 1/2” deep

Baguette size: 10” wide by 5” tall by 2 1/2" deep

PLEASE NOTE: This is a digital pattern download only. No physical product will be mailed to you.

Includes video tutorials by Barbie of Jeannie’s Designs and Leanne of My Sewing Andventure!

Welcome to Purses By Holly!

A young girl with glasses and brown hair wearing a white blouse with a green ribbon, a green skirt with white polka dots, white socks, and brown sandals, standing in front of a wooden door.

My love affair with purses started at a very young age. From the time I could walk, I was rarely without a purse. There was just something magical about having something you could carry around that housed all of your most important belongings.

To this day, I squeal with delight every time I see a cute bag. I have been sewing for over 30 years. I became tired of seeing the same old thing everywhere, so I decided to create my own sewing patterns. I believe that every bag you carry should be a reflection of you. It should say, "I'm Powerful", "I'm Feminine", "I'm Fun", "I'm Sophisticated" or whatever you happen to feel at the moment. If a purse does not make you feel good, then you have the wrong purse!

It has become a passion of mine to design all sorts of bags and wallets! I have so many ideas that I am excited to share with you. I hope you will enjoy creating with my patterns as much as I enjoy designing them!

What Customers are Saying

"This is such a fun make! I made the large, but plan on making the smaller version soon. The instructions are well written and super easy to follow. Even the binding is not difficult. Highly recommend this pattern if you are looking for a pattern that offers two sizes of cosmetic bags."

Tuscon Bag Pattern Sewer

"Very easy to follow pattern. I've already created two wallets and just waiting for more fabric to arrive to do more!"

Architect Ladies Wallet Pattern Sewer

"This is a great pattern for a man's wallet. Well written with lots of easy-to-follow directions and photos."

Architect Men’s Wallet Pattern Sewer

Get in Touch!

Feel free to reach out with any questions about my patterns. I’m happy to help!

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Pattern Tutorials

I’m honored to have my work showcased by talented sewers on YouTube!