Meridian Sling Bag sewing pattern (+ video)
Must-have alert! A fashionable unisex sling bag sewing pattern with video tutorial – you need it! This is a spacious and versatile hands-free bag to wear across your back or chest. It has a roomy interior main compartment for everyday gear or travel.
There’s a lining slip pocket that allows you to organize smaller items and card slots where you’ll be able to keep favorite cards in easy reach. There’s also a curved front exterior zipper pocket that is ideal for your phone and a back exterior zipper pocket secures your wallet, passport, and other important belongings.
The adjustable crossbody strap created from webbing includes detailed instructions for stitching a functional and decorative “X” square.
Skill level:
This is an intermediate-level pattern. Some experience with zippers and bag making is helpful.
Sizing info:
11 ” high by 9″ wide by 3″ deep.
Video tutorial:
The designer has created a video tutorial showing you how to make her Meridian Sling Bag, that you can watch below. There’s a handy playlist of all 5 videos to watch in turn.
The start of the video includes an overview of the bag so you can see all of the features and decide if this sling bag sewing pattern is right for you.
Materials needed:
- Fabric I: ½ yard of canvas or quilting cotton (this is the main, exterior fabric),
- Fabric II: 1 yard of quilting cotton or waterproof canvas (WPC) (this is the lining fabric),
- Fabric III: ¼ yard waxed canvas, cork, leather, or vinyl (this is exterior bottom and lower gusset),
- Omit interfacing if using waterproof canvas (WPC), waxed canvas, cork, vinyl, or leather,
- 2½ yards of 20″ woven interfacing (Pellon SF 101, or similar),
- ⅓ yard low loft Fusible Fleece (Pellon 987F or similar),
- ¼ yard of Ultra Firm Stabilizer (70F Pellon Peltex or similar),
- 54″ by 1½” webbing,
- 2½ yards of Double Fold ½” Bias Tape,
- One (1″) D-Ring,
- One (1½”) Swivel Hook,
- One (1½”) Slide,
- Two (9″) #3 – #5 zippers,
- One (18″) #4.5 – #5 zipper with double pulls,
- Stiletto Tool (optional),
- Two Double-Capped rivets (optional).
The pattern:
Detailed, step-by-step instructions are accompanied by photos and illustrations, as well as sew along tutorial videos. SVG files are included for use with a cutting machine (optional). Printable pattern templates are provided for all fabric and interfacing pieces. The cutting chart makes a handy project checklist, designating the fabrics, interfacing, and stabilizer for each pattern piece. The designer includes printable labels to keep your prepared fabric pieces organized while you sew. A team of twenty testers vetted this pattern, testing varied methods and interfacings, editing, revising, and clarifying – ensuring your successful outcome.
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