Edwardstone Mini Messenger Bag Sewing Pattern

The Edwardstone Mini Messenger Bag is a neat and sleek, cross-body bag with vintage flair but thoroughly practical for modern living, the Edwardstone Mini Messenger Bag is made with flat construction so it lays flat against the body, and features pleat detailing and an asymmetrical flap. Named after the Suffolk village, this bag can be made all in one fabric or pieced from two or three contrasting fabrics. The strap is made from webbing and is adjustable. The pattern also has a template and instructions for an interior zippered pocket.

I love this bag made from plaid wool – it feels very Irish countryside, but can also be made more modern with a suede or leather.

Approximate finished dimensions: Height 8½” (22cm), Width 10½” (26cm), Long strap length made from quantities suggested, including tabs, is 45” (115cm)

Materials needed:

The quantities below are for a bag made entirely in one fabric with a webbing strap. You will have to adjust the quantities if you wish to use more than one contrasting fabric.

22” x 28” (56 x 72cm), OR 12” (32cm) of 58” (148cm) width, OR ½ yard (50cm) of 44” (112cm) width exterior fabric
22” x 16” (56 x 42cm) of lining fabric for bag lining, and one interior pocket
22” x 28” (56 x 72cm) of firm weight fusible interfacing
24 x 12” (62 x 30cm) of fleece stabiliser
1 magnetic snap set
120” (305cm) of 1” (25mm) width webbing for strap
2 x 1” (25mm) rings to attach strap to bag
1 x 1” (25mm) adjustable slider to match rings
2 or 3 buttons approx. 20mm diameter for flap
6” (15cm) zipper for interior pocket

You will also need:
Sticky tape (to join pattern templates)
Sewing machine
Pins
Scissors
Fabric marker pen, pencil or chalk
Thread to match fabric

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