The Laverna Crossover (with video)
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If you're looking for an everyday bag that packs a stylish punch, the Laverna Crossover is for you!
Featuring bold ¾" figure 8 strap connectors as the focal point, this timeless classic is roomy enough to hold a full-sized wallet like the designer's Fold-N-Go wallet. The designer says - don't forget to grab a Laverna hardware kit, too!
Note this bag is finished with binding.
Skill level:
Confident beginner - intermediate.
Sizing info:
9.5" (24 cm) high by 7.5" (19 cm) wide by 3" (7.5 cm) deep.
Video tutorial:
Here's a 4-minute introductory video from the designer introducing you to the Laverna Crossover Bag.
https://youtu.be/fKz2vR3KYpo
And here's a 41-minute video tutorial from the designer showing you how to make her bag.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HLTyBsLbqM
What's needed to make a Laverna Crossover Bag:
- Exterior fabric - 1 yard (100 cm) approximately plus one piece 55" (140cm) long by 3" (7.6 cm) wide for the crossbody strap,
- Lining fabric - 1 yard (100 cm) approximately,
- Interfacing - 1-2 yards (100-200 cm) approximately. Lightweight woven fusible interfacing (Sew Woven or Pellon ShapeFlex SF101). Woven interfacing is not required when you are using vinyl/cork/waterproof canvas,
- Stabilizer - ½ yard (50 cm) approximately light weight stabilizer such as Decovil Light,
- Two ¾" (20 mm) figure 8 connectors,,
- 14" (35.5 cm) #5 zipper tape for main zipper closure + (one-two zipper pulls),
- Two 8½" (22 cm) #5 or #3 zipper tape for back exterior and lining pockets + (two zipper pulls),
- Two ¾" (20 mm) O-Rings or rectangle rings,
- One ¾" (20 mm) Tri-Glide/strap slider,
- One - two ¾" (20 mm) Strap Ends (optional),
- Six Rivets (or Chicago Screws) - 6-7 mm for thinner fabrics or 8-9 mm for thicker fabrics,
- Bag Tag (optional),
- 2 yards (185 cm) approximately by ½" (12.7 mm) wide Double Fold Bias Binding or 1" (25 mm) wide Fold Over Elastic if not making your own binding from waterproof canvas,
- Rivet set tool or rivet press,
- Basic sewing supplies,
- A sewing machine.
The pattern includes:
- Step-by-step written instructions with photographs,
- Video sewing tutorials via YouTube channel,
- Immediate pattern download at checkout.
Download:
Please note that this is a digital download PDF file, not a paper sewing pattern. Please download it immediately after check out.