DSLR cameras seem to be all the rage lately, and with good reason. Have you seen the crisp, clear shots you can take with those stunners?
I recently jumped on the bandwagon and purchased a used Canon Rebel XS and an accompanying 50mm prime lens. If you’re still learning the ropes of using your DSLR, like I am, pick up this ebook right now. It’s loaded with tips and resources for using your new camera.
After that hefty pricetag, you’d better bet I did my homework to find the best DIY camera bag tutorials to tote a DSLR camera in style and even more importantly, in safety.
This puppy’s got to last me a good long time!
Check out these picture perfect & pretty picks for how to DIY your own camera bag:
Love the gorgeous fabric used for this no-sew camera bag from Rinny’s Beauty Diary
Ultra-protective foam inserts hug both the camera body & lens in this tutorial from Vanilla and Lace
Stitch this camera carrier purse insert & use it for virtually any purse in your closet! By How Joyful
Make it and Love it shares a detailed step-by-step photo tutorial on how she made this cheery, padded camera bag.
Do you have a camera bag? What do you love about it? Share your favorite camera bag or camera bag tutorials below in the comments so we can all check them out!
If you’re a clickin’ mama like I am, be sure you also check out the 10 Photography Tools no Mom Photographer Should be Without and really amp up your family pics and candids like nobody’s business!
I totally need one of these!!!
Carly
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I know, aren’t they pretty? Gotta love functionality meets fashionable. These ladies are super talented.
Oh hey girl! We have the same camera AND lens! Congratulations on getting your camera! I’m SO excited for you and SO excited to see all the beautiful pictures you take with it. Now sit down with that bunch of bananas and learn some manual!
I’ve downloaded the manual, but haven’t gotten too far yet. My mother-in-law will be visiting in about 2 weeks and will be bringing the camera with her, so I’ll finally get to test it out as I read the manual. Thanks for visiting!
I wish I was not so sewing challenge so that I could make one of these nifty and cute camera bags! 😉 Maybe I can bribe my mama into helping me? lol! I remember Lisa from Wine & Glue having a tutorial for a DIY camera bag too- http://www.wineandglue.com/2012/11/diy-purse-camera-bag-tutorial.html
A couple of these are no-sew, which is great for people like us who just plain can’t 🙂 I actually made a bag from one of these tutorials this week, stitching it by hand. It can be done, but isn’t any small effort. Thanks for visiting, Carrie!
This is such a great tutorial! I’ve been wanting a new camera bag… maybe I can make my own insert. 🙂
Go for it! I actually made one this week stitching it all by hand. It took a few more hours than if I’d had a machine, but was well worth the effort and savings.
Tu las vendes? en cuánto? me gustaria conseguir una 🙂
No, Ruthy, no los vendo porque duro tanto en hacer las bolsas cómo no tengo ni sé usar la maquina de cocer. Sólo hice una para mi mismo. Lo siento. pero muchas gracias por visitar!
The camera looks beautiful. I can imagine it’s heavy and needs a good bag.
They’re actually fairly lightweight despite the looks. This one weighs about half a kilo, or somewhere around a pound. Not too bad, I guess.
Awesome! I have been meaning to make myself a camera bag, but didn’t know any tutorials, thanks so much for sharing!
Perfect! I’m so glad to help you find a starting place. Thanks for visiting, Bethany.
I am in desperate need of a pretty camera bag! Love that Make it and Love it Bag (so cute)!
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I know, me too! I had the hardest time deciding which one to make. Hope you make or find the perfect bag for your camera. Thanks for visiting, Elena!
Hi Jelli! Sorry it’s a bit late, but I just wanted to thank you for sharing my post with your readers! I hope you have found some inspiration for creating your own camera bag insert 🙂
And congrats on the new camera and lens! The Canon DSLRs are really worth the price you pay, and I’m sure you won’t be disappointed 😀
I really like the tutorial from Make it and Love it!
Very cute bags! My canon is so big and bulky and I hate carrying it around. This would be ideal!
What a great looking bag (and camera)! I mainly use my phone, otherwise I just have a simple point and shoot. If I ever upgrade, I’ll keep this in mind.
One day I’ll own a DSLR. In the meantime, a mom can dream. 🙂
Melanie, you know, I’ve found that these DIY camera bags, with all their compartments, make great diaper bags and even purses. Let’s not be limited to thinking they’re only for cameras. Have a great day!
pretty – and they make great bags for shopping also! 😀
CUTE! The bags can be so expensive! What a GREAT alternative!
So creative and resourceful. I’m a horrible photographer so I admire you on two fronts.
Those are some great camera bag tutorials! I was sure I was going to have to make my own, but received the perfect one for Christmas a couple of years back and I love it! A camera bag should be unique just like all photographers are.
Marissa
How exciting to get a camera bag for Christmas! I’m curious, what kind is yours and what do you love about it? I’ve got a JoTotes and am quite smitten but always curious about the other ones out there.
hmmm you know I don’t remember what kind it is, I know it was from a list of a few I liked on etsy…. It’s a dark salmon and white chevron pattern and has a matching strap for the camera. It fits my camera, two extra lens and my flash as well as my business cards and extra cards and batteries. It’s great. The outer shell is canvas so I can wash it when I want too. There are so many options out there.
Marissa
Sounds great! Just curious, what’s you go-to lens?
I love these! I would be for sure the hippest basketball mama in the gym! I’m not much of a d-i-y’er these days, though. I need to buy one!!! Ha! Any recommendations?
Thanks so much for putting this fun idea into my head! 🙂
Blessings and smiles,
Lori
Lori, I’ve heard great things about so many camera bag brands. I myself did a review for the one I own by JoTotes. You can find it here.
Love this! I hope to have one of these one day. I can’t sew a lick so will have to purchase a cool bag.
I love it! I am definitely not that crafty lol!