Description
Finished size: 12″ wide x 11-1/2″ tall x 5″ deep
Convertable Backpack or Shoulder bag
Straps can be any length
Back zipper pocket, 4 inside pockets
Opens wide when needed with two side snaps
Straps can be handbag or shoulder length
$10.00
2 in stock
Finished size: 12″ wide x 11-1/2″ tall x 5″ deep
Convertable Backpack or Shoulder bag
Straps can be any length
Back zipper pocket, 4 inside pockets
Opens wide when needed with two side snaps
Straps can be handbag or shoulder length
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With this purchase you will receive a paper pattern mailed to you with full pattern pieces (you will not need to join pattern pieces together, however some pieces that are larger than 17” we have you “cut on fold”) detailed pictures, and step by step instructions on how to make your own mini backpack. There is even a full-length how-to video on our YouTube channel, Linds Handmade Designs, showing you how to make this bag from start to finish if you need any additional support.
This is an intermediate pattern, in that it uses advanced bag making techniques that require the sewer to have a general familiarity with bag making. It requires accurate cutting/sewing and installing a curved zipper which can be challenging for new sewers.
Specs: approximately 10” wide by 3” deep and 12” tall. Straps are cut 40” long and fully adjustable with a convenient grab handle along the top. It features a front 3 D pocket with 2 pen pockets and a larger slip pocket and has a large back exterior zipper pocket and optional key clip. Inside has a slip pocket. This pattern uses binding on the final finishes on the interior of the bag.
Materials & Supplies:
• ¾ yard main fabric (includes length for straps/carrying handle)
• ⅓ yard waterproof canvas (WPC)
• ⅓ yard accent fabric
• ¼ yard of 17” Decovil Light (more if not using WPC for lining)
• 1 yard of 45” woven interfacing (*fabric dependent)
• 1¼ yards of #5 zipper tape and 4 matching pulls
(if using metal zipper tape, make sure it is two-way)
• (2) 1” rectangle rings
• (2) 1” strap adjusters (with rounded corners for comfort)
• (1) ⅝” swivel clasp (*optional)
• (11) small rivets (*optional)
• 95” of 1” webbing for straps/carrying handle (*optional)
• 5/32” leather hole punch or rotary punch (*optional)
• Rotary cutter
• Quilting ruler
• Wonder clips
• Removable marking pen/chalk
• (1) roll of ¼” double-sided tape, Fabri-Tac™, or craft glue stick
• 2½ yards of ½” double fold bias tape (*only if not using WPC)
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SUPPLIES:
Exterior fabric:
1/2 yard quilt weight cotton or home dec fabric
1/2 yard vinyl/faux leather or cork leather
OPTIONAL: 1/4 yard for adjustable strap
Lining fabric:
1 yard cotton fabric
Interfacing:
2.5-3 yards fusible woven interfacing
28” foam interfacing (20” wide)
13” W x 5.25” H Peltex
Notions and supplies:
(1) 36” double pull zipper (#5 or #4.5)***
(1) 9” zipper
(4) 1” rectangle rings
(8) rivets (optional)
(4) purse feet (optional)
Double-sided tape or Fabric glue (ex: Fabri-tac)
OPTIONAL: for adjustable strap
(2) 1” swivel clasp
(1) 1” rectangle slide.
MEASUREMENTS: 13″ W x 10″ H x 5″ D
SEWING EXPERIENCE: This project is suitable for someone with intermediate sewing skills. You must be comfortable installing zippers and making zippered bags. It will take approximately 4-5 hours to complete this project.
The Sloane convertible backpack can be carried on your back, over the shoulder or even crossbody. The name and design of this pattern was inspired by the actress Mia Sara, who played Sloane Peterson in Ferris Buellers Day Off. A secret zipper pocket in front and pockets inside give you space to organize.
PATTERN DIFFICULTY: Beginner
FINISHED SIZE: 11″ wide, 10″ high, and 3″ deep