Tiny patchwork squares make the cutest projects!

Meet the Quilty Cuties Patchwork Zipper Bags - a fun in-the-hoop machine embroidery/sewing project that turns your prettiest fabric scraps into darling little quilted zipper pouches. Fussy cut your favorite mini motifs (the cherries! the rosebuds! that one perfect gnome!), and sew them together with a method that makes it SO easy and makes perfectly aligned blocks while saving the stress! Once your patchwork panel is complete, you then let your embroidery machine do the rest — zipper, lining, and all, stitched in the hoop.

The result? A fully lined, quilted zipper bag with a professional finish.

Use them for coins, earbuds, notions, gift cards, lip balm, sewing clips, makeup or fill one with candy and call it a present.

Why you'll love it

• Fussy cutting made fun - designed around 1.5", 1.75", and 2.25" square rulers (Lori Holt's Cute Cuts are perfect), so every little motif gets its moment in the spotlight. Not into fussy cutting? No worries - you can simply cut the fabrics to size for a patchwork look!

• Six sizes - three smaller bags and three larger bags, for 5x7, 6x10, and 7x12 hoops

• Sewing machine + embroidery machine, best of both - piece the patchwork panel the easy way on your sewing machine, then finish the entire bag in the hoop

• Optional D-ring tab - clip it to a key fob, wristlet strap, or a bigger bag

• The ultimate scrap-buster - six to twenty-eight tiny squares per bag means those precious leftover bits finally get used

• Perfect for gifts!

Sizes at a glance (approximate finished size)

• Size 1 · 2.25" squares · 6x10 hoop · about 5" x 4"

• Size 2 · 1.75" squares · 5x7 hoop · about 5" x 4"

• Size 3 · 1.5" squares · 5x7 hoop · about 5" x 3.5"

• Size 4 · 2.25" squares · 7x12 hoop · about 6.5" x 5.5"

• Size 5 · 1.75" squares · 7x12 hoop · about 6.5" x 5"

• Size 6 · 1.5" squares · 6x10 hoop · about 6.5" x 5.5"

Skill level: Intermediate
You'll be comfortable if you've completed a few in-the-hoop projects and can sew a straight ¼" seam. 

What's included

• Embroidery design files in 6 sizes: ART, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VIP, VP3

• A 16-page illustrated PDF with step-by-step graphics, cutting charts, fabric placement diagrams, and a stitch sequence/color chart

What you'll need

• Embroidery machine with a 5x7, 6x10, or 7x12 hoop

• Sewing machine

• Fusible interfacing (Pellon 911FF or SF101), mesh cutaway stabilizer, fabric glue, and Pellon Perma-Stick seam tape

• A 9" or 11" zipper with plastic teeth (YKK #3 or similar)

• Fabric scraps for fussy cutting, plus a fat quarter each of outer and lining fabric

• Optional: ½" D-ring, mini square rulers, small iron

This is a digital download — no physical item will be shipped. Files are available immediately after checkout. Designs and instructions are© Pickle Pie Designs and may not be shared, altered, or resold.

Questions people ask
Do I need a sewing machine? Yes — the patchwork panel is pieced on a regular sewing machine before you move to the hoop.

Is this an in-the-hoop design? Yes, but there is some sewing first to make your patchwork panel.

Can I skip the fussy cutting? Absolutely. Simply cut fabrics square to size and you'll still get a beautiful patchwork bag.

Do I need to know how to quilt? Nope! You'll learn a quick and easy method for making mini patchwork.

Can I sell the bags I make? Yes — up to 500 finished items.