New from Sewing Patterns by Mrs H – The Studio Backpack! With a modern design and clean lines, The Studio Backpack would make a great work bag, school bag or everyday bag.
The Studio Backpack uses a lot of bag bling. The adjustable backpack straps are fixed to the Studio using strap tabs securely attached (and riveted for extra security!) to O-rings at the top of the bag.
Short strap handles also affixed through the O-rings give you another set of options for carrying your beautiful bag. Depending on the length you choose to make your strap handles, you could also carry The Studio on your shoulder, in the crook of your elbow, or as a tote in your hand – when you’re not wearing it as a backpack, of course!
No surprise – this design is packed with pockets! On the outside, two large slip pockets that are ideal for showing off fabric panels, or customising with embroidery, patchwork or a little extra bag bling. Inside, under a secure top zipper closure, there’s a lovely large central space, zipper pocket, and slip pockets.
Designed for adventurous beginner bagineers, The Studio Backpack bag sewing pattern includes a lot of different bagmaking skills, with comprehensive instructions to guide you through as you learn these useful techniques.
For more experienced bagineers, The Studio Backpack offers excellent opportunities for customisation. You could play with patchwork, quilting or embroidery with the large outer panels, experiment with different types of hardware, or even add (even more) pockets! If you’re new to adapting bag designs to fit your style, we recommend picking up a copy of Mrs H’s Complete Bag Making Masterclass
Pattern Features
The Studio Backpack bag sewing pattern features comprehensive instructions, pattern pieces, and colour photographs.
The Studio Backpack bag sewing pattern is classified as an advanced beginner to intermediate level bag sewing pattern. It is written in UK English and has been thoroughly tested by a team of expert sewing pattern testers.
The Studio Backpack bag has finished dimensions of 12″ wide x 11.5″ high x 5″ deep (30cm x 29cm x 12.5cm)
What materials will I need for this bag?
Fabric:
- 2/3 yard (0.6m) Exterior
- 1 1/3 yard (1.2m) contrast
- 1 yard (0.9m) lining
Hardware:
- 1 x 14″ (35.5cm) #5 zip (cut continuous zip 16″ (41cm))
- 1 x 10″ (25.5cm) #3 zip (cut continuous zip 12″ (30cm))
- 4 x 1/2″ (12mm) purse feet
- 2 x Slim 3/4″ (18mm) magnetic snaps or 1 Slim 3/4″ (18mm) magnetic snap & 1 Half moon magnetic snap
- 4 x 1 1/2″ (3.8cm) O rings
- 4 x 1 1/4″ (2cm) rectangle rings
- 2 x 1 1/4″ (2cm) Strap sliders
- 14 x Medium Rivets: 3/8″ Caps x 5/16″ Post (9mm x 8mm)
- 11″ x 4 1/4″ (28cm x 11.5cm) bag base or thin cutting mat
- 1 x 2″ x 1/2″ (5cm x 1.2cm) scrap of foam stabiliser
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