Aurora Triple Zip Crossbody Bag Pattern — Three Compartments, One Brilliant Design
If you’ve been searching for a crossbody bag that’s as organized as you are, the Aurora Triple Zip Crossbody Bag pattern by A Quaint Stitch was designed with you in mind. Three exterior zippered compartments, a smart interior pocket with card slots, and a colour-blocked or panel-friendly front, this is the kind of bag that earns compliments and actually holds your life together.
At $9.50 USD for a 51-page PDF with full photo tutorials and printable pattern pieces, the Aurora is a serious bang-for-your-buck make for advanced intermediate sewists ready to level up their bag game.
Why We Love the Aurora Triple Zip Crossbody
Three exterior zip compartments sounds simple, but the execution here is clever. Each compartment has its own purpose: you’re not just dividing space, you’re building a system. Add the interior slip pocket with credit card slots and a pen loop, and you have a bag that functions like a well-organized wallet and purse in one.
The front panel design gives you two options: a plain front perfect for showcasing fabric panels, embroidery, or large prints, or a colour-blocked version with an exterior slip pocket. Two looks in one pattern.
Finished Size
10″ wide × 9.75″ high × 3.6″ deep. A true everyday crossbody, large enough to carry what you need, structured enough to look polished.
Skill Level
Advanced Intermediate. You’ll need solid bag sewing fundamentals: zipper installation, sewing curved seams, and comfortable familiarity with sewing patterns. This is a rewarding next step if you’ve tackled a few structured bags and want something with more technical detail.
What’s Included
Your $9.50 download includes 51 pages of step-by-step instructions with full-colour photographs, printable pattern pieces (including rectangular pieces), and seam allowances throughout. A Projector/Copy Shop file is also included.
Materials You’ll Need
Fabric
- 1 yard/metre exterior fabric
- 1 yard/metre lining fabric
- 1 yard/metre contrast fabric
- 2 yards/metres woven interfacing
- ⅛ yard/metre heavyweight stabilizer (Decovil Heavy or Peltex)
- 1 yard/metre lightweight stabilizer (Decovil Light or foam)
Hardware
- Two 9¼” (23.5cm) #5 zippers
- One 12″ (30cm) #5 zipper
- One zipper end
- Two ½” or ¾” D-rings
- One 1″ tri-glide slider
- Two 1″ swivel clasps
- Rivets + rivet setter
Tools & Notions
- Wonder clips or pins
- Double-sided tape or glue
- Erasable fabric marker
- Coordinating thread
- Edge paint (optional)
- Basting spray or fusible web (if using foam)
- Teflon or walking foot (if using vinyl or leather)
Perfect For
- Sewists who love a highly organised bag with dedicated compartments
- Fabric lovers with a stunning panel or large print to showcase
- Anyone who wants to try colour-blocking in a structured bag
- Gift makers — this is a bag someone will reach for every single day
Tips Before You Sew
- Read the full pattern first — with three zippers and multiple compartments, knowing what’s coming makes the build much smoother.
- Use quality #5 zippers — they get heavy use on this bag.
- Interface before cutting — exterior pieces carry the bag’s structure.
- Clip curves carefully — curved seam skills are a listed requirement for good reason.
- Check the designer’s detailed overview on the A Quaint Stitch website before you start.
About the Designer — A Quaint Stitch
A Quaint Stitch designs structured, functional bags with a focus on smart organization and clean aesthetics. The Aurora Triple Zip reflects her design philosophy perfectly; it’s beautiful on the outside, brilliantly thought-through on the inside. Find more of her patterns in the Sew Modern Bags shop.
