DIY Crossbody Phone Bag From Fabric Scraps – Free Sewing Pattern

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This sewing project has been on my to-sew list for a long time: a stylish free sewing pattern for a crossbody phone bag. In this post I’ll show you how to make this mini pouch for your mobile phone, which you can comfortably wear crossbody, keeping your phone easily accessible at all times. This sewing idea is perfect to repurpose some of your fabric scraps and also an excellent last-minute gift idea. 

With the free PDF Sewing Pattern (linked below) in A4 or US Letter size you can just download the pattern, print it out and start sewing right away. 

With my step by step Video Tutorial on YouTube this sewing pattern is suitable for absolute beginners. You’ll learn how to use a pdf pattern and how to sew a simple lined small pouch that fits any phone.

Grab your sewing machine, choose a scrap of fabric and make a stylish mobile phone case for you and your loved ones!

How To Sew A Crossbody Phone Case For Beginners

(Click on the link to jump to a chapter)

1. Supplies to make a crossbody phone case

2. Recommended fabrics for a crossbody phone case

3. Download the Free Sewing Pattern 

4. YouTube Tutorial: How to sew a crossbody phone bag 

 

Learn How To Sew: Sewing Tutorials For Beginners

DIY Crossbody Phone Bag: Supplies & Fabric Suggestion

This versatile phone case is not only super easy and quick to sew, but also ideal for using up your leftover fabric. You only need 30 cm of fabric (scraps) of your choice. 

Suggested Fabrics

Non-stretch fabrics / fabric scraps:

• Teddy*
• Cotton*  
• Canvas* 
• (Faux) leather* 
• Cord* 

Supplies

• Free Sewing Pattern for the mobile phone case pouch (linked below)
• 30 cm fabric (scraps) of your choice
• Thread matching your fabric 
• Sewing Machine: I use the Janome DC7100
• Around 100 cm  Cord*
• Sewing Needles matching your fabric

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DIY Crossbody Phone Case: Free Sewing Pattern Download

➡️ Click here for the free sewing pattern in A4 ⬅️

➡️ Click here for the free sewing pattern in US Letter size ⬅️

Community Sewing Inspiration

Thanks to my lovely testers @sallysews_sallysews, @kleinstadt_gretel  & @fadenzeitundmeehr

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DIY Easy Crossbody Phone Bad: YouTube Sewing Tutorial

(In German with English subtitles)

How to turn on subtitles for this YouTube Video: Click on the “CC” button located at the bottom right corner of the video player. If you don’t see the “CC” button, click on the “Settings” icon and select “Subtitles/CC” from the drop-down menu. You should now see the available subtitle options for the video. Click on the language you want to use, and the subtitles should appear on the video player. That’s it! Now you can enjoy the video with subtitles.

DIY Phone Pouch

Isn’t it amazing what you can create with a little creativity and some leftover fabrics? I hope you enjoyed this quick and easy DIY phone case. If you like the free pattern, please consider leaving a review and to share this post with others who might also be interested in upcycling their fabric remnants. If you decide to give this project a try, I would love to see your creations! Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube at @makeityoursthelabel / #makeityoursthelabel

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