Traveler Sling Unisex Crossbody Bag sewing pattern
This is a fully illustrated sewing pattern/tutorial for a crossbody sling bag complete with full-scale templates. The pattern includes instructions for a RIGHT handed and LEFT handed version of the pouch, which can be worn over either the right or left shoulder – let’s hear it for the lefties amongst us! As you can see from the photos, the pouch can be worn multiple ways – either across the chest, or back, or on the shoulder. The inclusion of two D rings and swivel hook on the strap mean you can adjust to suit your own preference.
Features:
This practical, on-trend body bag has lots of great features that make it the perfect gift for family and friends:-
- A fabulous, compact crossbody bag for daytrips, shopping, or cycling – hands free and VERY secure.
- Easy access zipper pocket at the front, and a larger secure main compartment.
- Tailored, easy-access Phone pocket on the front that will accommodate most phones including the iphone 12.
- Adjustable strap – either webbing tape or fabric or clip-on strap made with fabric.
- Flat, non-bulky design – can be worn under a jacket for ultimate security.
- Fantastic unisex style – the perfect partner gift for any age/gender/size!
Skill level: intermediate: ideally you’ll have made some bags already, and have experience of sewing curves, working with zippers and stitching multiple layers of fabric. The instructions comprise of a very detailed photo tutorial that guides you through every step of the process, with color photos illustrating each step along the way.
Sizing info:
Finished dimensions – 9″ wide (at widest point) by 12¾″ high (at highest point).
The pattern:
When you purchase this listing, you will receive 4 PDF files automatically:-
- Instructions booklet for Right-Hand Version – 21 pages.
- Instructions booklet for Left-Hand Version – 21 pages.
- Professionally drawn templates for Right-Hand Version.
- Professionally drawn templates for Left-Hand Version.
The Pattern written in ENGLISH only, and all measurements are in inches.
MATERIALS AND HARDWARE REQUIRED:
- Exterior Fabric – 1 FQ (22” by 18”) or ½ yard to include fabric strap,
- Lining Fabric (42” wide) – ½ yard,
- Fusible woven Interfacing Vilene G700 (36” wide) – 1 FQ (22” by 18”) or ½ yard to include the fabric strap
- OR Pellon Shapeflex SF101 (20” wide) – ¾ yard or 1yard to include the fabric strap,
- Fusible Fleece Interlining (20” wide) – 1 piece – 12” by 15”,
- Two regular 8” zippers (#5)(1” wide). #5 zipper tape by the yd can be used instead – ½ yard (2 by 9” pieces) plus two zipper pulls,
- 1½ yards of webbing tape** (max 2 mm thickness is best) – Quantity based on average size adult – increase or reduce the length according to your own requirements,
- **If you don’t want to use webbing tape, instructions are given for making a fabric strap.
- One rectangular ring, one swivel clip, and one strap slider- all size 1½”,
- Two ¾” D rings,
- One ½” press fastener for phone pocket tab,
- One piece of leather strap for phone pocket tab – 1” by 3” (instructions are given for making a fabric tab),
- Optional : One piece of leather lace (or cord) 6” for the front zipper pocket pull.
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