Pack Your Bag Backpack Sewing Pattern
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The Pack Your Bag Backpack Sewing Pattern is a great scrap fabric buster project and is the
perfect way to tote around all of your things. It is easy to sew, even for beginners, and makes a great gift!
This cute backpack features a front pocket, adjustable back straps for kids and adults and is available in sizes small, medium, and large.
A 7" zippered pocket is optional for the interior and/or backside of the medium and large bag. The instructions also include a bonus blog tutorial on how to add a pocket without a zipper to the interior of your backpack!
This is a digital PDF Sewing Pattern. It is NOT a paper pattern. You will be able to instantly download this pattern from your email or account order history.
Sizes:
This PDF sewing pattern comes in three sizes:
- Small
- Medium
- Large
Fabric Recommendation:
This Backpack is designed to be made using medium to heavy weight woven fabrics for the Main Pieces, medium weight woven fabric for the Lining Pieces.
Interfacing:
- Mid Weight Fusible Interfacing for Main Pieces and Straps
- Optional Firm Fusible Interfacing for Bottom
Hardware:
- Magnet Closure or Snap Set (1)
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25-30mm D-rings (2) and 25-30mm Rectangle Slider (2) or 25-30mm D-rings (4)
(If using Webbing for the straps, make sure that your hardware is the same size or larger than the Webbing. Strap pattern pieces are for 30mm hardware.)
Features:
Three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large
Two strap lengths: Kids and Adults Length
Backpack fastens with Magnetic Closure or Snap
Front Kangaroo Pocket
7" Zipper Pocket Option for Interior and/or Backside of the Medium and Large Bag
Bonus: Learn How to Add a Pocket Without a Zipper (Blog Tutorial)
No trim pattern pages for quick and easy assembly
Layers printing feature is included for this pattern for your convenience
What's Included:
Pattern pieces for all parts
Projector File with Layers
A0 Print Shop Pattern Pieces Option
Fabric Requirements Chart
Size Chart
Tips and Notes
Glossary
Table of contents
Pattern Piece Diagram
Printing Instructions
Supply List
Step-by-step instructions. Each step has a color photo for visual aid.
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- This pattern is copyrighted. You may use this pattern to create and sell products of your own. Giving credit to the pattern when selling would be appreciated, but not required.
- You may not edit or recreate this pattern to sell.
- You can not distribute this pattern to others.
- You may not mass produce this pattern or clothing made using it.
Loved making this / these back packs so easy to follow and make, and look lovely whatever pattern fabric choice is. I made about 14 all as Christmas gifts medium and large sizes and all are loved. Got this pattern due to a wrong fabric type for the Raglan t-shirt arriving so was a great use 😊😊 for the fabric that arrived.
Love this ellie & mac pattern. This was my first time sewing vinyl, no difficulties with the pattern. Easy to follow. Will be making more.
Wow what a joy to sew. I am so pleased with the end result. I've made some for Xmas presents
I loved making this bag. I made it for my grand daughter to take and leave in nursery to keep her spare clothes in. Every one that’s seen it loves it.
I made this bag in a size small - it is so dang cute! I wanted to use up some samples of upholstery fabric I got in a mystery box and this pattern was perfect for it. I can’t wait to make bigger ones as my new work bag.
Love the three different sizes. Easy to follow directions. I have already made six and plan on making more.
make a small backpack purse with this pattern easy to fallow!!! really happy
Just love it…. Easy to make and I use it everyday 😃
I made this in medium for my daughter, the 1st bag I've ever attempted. The instructions are so easy to follow, it only took a couple of hours and my daughter loves it. Very happy 😊
Excellent pattern, very easy to follow. Lovely results. My daughter was delighted with hers. Another winning pattern from E&M
Super easy to make, I did the first one with a magnet, it does not stay closed but it was very nice to have while at the park. The second one, I found a cute clasp to use and it came out adorable! Both were small.
I found this a straight forward pattern with amazing results.
I'm using the bag I've made as my daily work bag and have had a lot of compliments. As usual with Ellie and Mac patterns it was easy to follow and there is a wonderful you tube tutorial to accompany the written instructions. They only negative I've seen pop up is the magnetic fastener on the front flap doesn't always stay closed. Now this has never been an issue for me unless I over fill my bag. Some others have overcome this by swapping the closure to a twist lock.
This was so much fun to make and the different sizes make it functional for everyone!
Petit sac à dos facile à réaliser
I love the sleek look of the Back you bags Backpack. There is however a problem with the closure about it. Once you fill it up and throw it on your shoulder, the opening gets misaligned and the magnetic snap is not able to keep the thing together. It needs an extra closure strap to keep the sides of the opening together and tucked under that flap. The flap also would benefit from a proper closure like strap and slide buckle, that holds the weight of the fully packed bag better.
This pattern sewed out beautifully! The instructions were easy to understand and my final product was perfect! I did have a little trouble fitting the pattern together though. The instructions for that were a little confusing. But in the end, I got it done! I will be making more of these!
I made the small and it is quite adorable. Great pattern.
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Pack Your Bag Backpack Sewing Pattern
This is the first time I've made any bag other than a simple drawstring bag.
Being able to print the pattern A4 and stick together was really helpful. The instructions were perfect and I thoroughly enjoyed making it. The hardest part was sourcing all the hardware.
I will definitely purchase more patterns from you.
Thanks so much
Liz.
A wonderful pattern. Easy to follow and easy to adapt if you wish. I usually dread putting pdf file pages together but this one fitted together perfectly. Plus the three sizes are spot on.
I have tried two of the sizes. Large and small. They were both fun and not too complicated to make. But when I have used the large one it snaps back up and the sides pops in a way that the flap doesent cover it. Trying to find out how so solve it. Also. The magnet buttons i chose where not that strong. Maybe bc I chose sew-on buttons. 🤔
This pattern is so easy to follow, and makes a fabulous bag! It’s great for beginners, and a fun sew.