Serena Saddle Bag Sewing Pattern by Sew Sofia
Serena Saddle Bag Sewing Pattern – Classic Curves, Modern Details & A Joy to Sew!
The Serena Saddle Bag by Sew Sofia is a beautifully balanced blend of timeless style and modern bag-making techniques. With its elegant D-shaped silhouette and softly padded structure, this saddle bag is designed to elevate your everyday look while giving confident beginners the perfect opportunity to build new skills.
Thoughtfully designed and endlessly customizable, the Serena Saddle Bag is one you’ll reach for again and again.
Why We Love the Serena Saddle Bag
This pattern is packed with features that make it both stylish and practical, while still being approachable for newer bag makers ready to level up.
Here’s what makes it a standout:
- Classic saddle bag shape – a timeless D-shape with a fresh, modern twist.
- Padded construction with defined curves – gives the bag a polished, professional finish.
- Piped flap detail – adds structure and a refined designer touch.
- Smart interior storage – includes a zippered pocket and a slip pocket to keep essentials organized.
- Magnetic snap closure – secure yet easy to open and close.
- Versatile carrying options – adjustable, detachable shoulder strap plus an optional clip-on carry handle.
- Bonus pleated pocket option – full-width pleated front pocket included as a downloadable add-on.
Finished Size
- 10.5” wide × 7” tall × 3” deep
(27cm × 18cm × 8cm)
The perfect size for everyday essentials without feeling bulky.
Skill Level
Designed for an intermediate sewist or confident beginner, the Serena Saddle Bag introduces a range of useful bag-making techniques while remaining clear and achievable thanks to excellent instructions and visuals.
Recommended Fabrics
The Serena Saddle Bag is wonderfully versatile and looks fantastic in a wide range of materials, including:
- Quilting cotton
- Linen
- Canvas
- Vinyl or cork
- Denim
- Laminated or coated cottons
Mix and match fabrics for extra impact. For example, a linen body with a vinyl gusset, or an all-vinyl bag with a fabric flap. (When using thicker outer fabrics, interfacing can be omitted.)
Video Tutorial
Prefer to sew along? A full-length video tutorial is available to guide you through the entire process step by step:
Watch the Serena Saddle Bag Video Tutorial
Inside the Pattern
This digital PDF sewing pattern includes:
- 23 pages of detailed instructions
- 65 full-color photos for visual learners
- Clear guidance for curves, padding, piping, and hardware
- Bonus pattern piece and instructions for the pleated front pocket
Please note: this is a PDF download, not a paper pattern. Be sure to download your files immediately after checkout.
The Serena Saddle Bag by Sew Sofia is a beautiful, skill-building project that blends classic design with modern functionality. Elegant, practical, and full of thoughtful details, it’s the perfect pattern for sewists ready to create a bag that looks as good as it feels to wear.
