{"id":48567,"date":"2025-06-26T20:00:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T19:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/countrycowdesigns.com\/blog\/?p=48567"},"modified":"2025-09-29T11:03:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T10:03:26","slug":"the-ankor-laptop-bag-sewing-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/countrycowdesigns.com\/blog\/the-ankor-laptop-bag-sewing-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ankor Laptop Bag – Sewing Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Purchase the digital sewing pattern here<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

or read on to find out more about this laptop bag and see the beautiful bags made by our team of pattern testers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s special about this sewing pattern?<\/strong>
There’s quite a few laptop bag sewing patterns available, but I wanted to make something different. I wanted it to be fun and simple to make, and I also wanted it to have space for my charger, mouse, and a notebook. I was tempted to add a lot more pockets to this bag to make it even more useful, but that would detract from the quick and easy sew that I was aiming for. Of course, that shouldn’t stop you from adding custom pockets to your bag if you so desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In reality, the Ankor is a pouch masquerading as a laptop bag. So you can image how simple it is to construct! The standard pattern fits a laptop\/device up to a maximum size of 9 \u00bd\u201d x 14\u201d [24cm x 35.5cm] but I’ve also included tips for anyone who wants to scale the pattern to fit a smaller device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Ankor” is the Cornish word for anchor. It’s ironic as I actually enjoy working away from home, but I know for some, taking your laptop with you is like carrying an anchor that ties you to your work. I hope you appreciate my slightly sarcastic humour and give this bag a go. It really is ideal if you’re looking for a way to carry your laptop with you while away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Purchase the digital sewing pattern here<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

FINISHED BAG SIZE (not the laptop size)<\/strong>
The standard pattern, when printed at 100% will result in a bag that is: 12\u201d tall x 17\u201d wide x 3 1\/2\u201d deep [30.5 x 43 x 9cm]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How about if you scale the pattern? (Print using Adobe on a computer)<\/strong>
Printed at 94%: 11 \u00bc\u201d tall x 16\u201d wide x 3 \u00bc\u201d deep [28.5 x 40.5 x 8.25cm]
Printed at 85%: 10 \u00bc\u201d tall x 14 1\/2\u201d wide x 3\u201d deep [26cm x 36.75cm x 7.5cm]
Printed at 75%: 9\u201d tall x 12 3\/4\u201d wide x 2 5\/8\u201d deep [23cm x 32.25cm x 6.5cm]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What’s included?<\/strong>
– Digital PDF file with 14 pages of step-by-step photo instructions
– Handy cutting chart and pattern pieces to print at home
– Full video tutorial<\/a>
– Instant download after purchase
– All measurements are in imperial (inches) and metric (centimetres)
– A1 file for use with projectors or a print shop<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to know<\/strong>
– Comprehensive photo instructions
– Available in English and French
– Tested for accuracy by a team of amazing pattern testers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Purchase the digital sewing pattern here<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BAGS MADE BY OUR PATTERN TESTERS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Made by Chera of Phipody<\/a>. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chera quilted her laptop pocket, but other than that she made the bag exactly as stated in the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Michelle of Barabooboo<\/a>. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Michelle added flying geese paper piecing that is not in the pattern but can be found easily on the web. She says “Loved making this pattern as it\u2019s a large open canvas for embellishment, and the construction is smooth and fast to sew.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Ruth of Paradise Shack<\/a>. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ruth made a custom strap, adding a fabric overlay for an extra special finish, but otherwise the bag was made exactly as the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Nad\u00e8ge Coenegrachts of Lolucana cr\u00e9ations<\/a>. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nad\u00e8ge printed the pattern at 85% size to carry a tablet. She says “original or reduced size, Ankor is the bag you need to carry all your multimedia equipment safely and in style!” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Janice of Urban Sew Fabric Shop<\/a>. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Janice says “This is a very useful pattern to carry your device plus other items. I plan to use it for an upcoming trip as it’s quite sturdy and roomy.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Debbie of Country Cow Designs (my twinny!)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Made by Maglie Tholas of Avec Mes Jolies Mains<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Magalie made her bag at 75% size and added a beautiful cork logo overlay. She says “Ankor combines sleek design with functionality. Perfectly designed to hold a tablet, this bag lets you safely transport your multimedia equipment while making a stylish statement every day.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Laura Bennett of Element.L<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Laura says “Perfect way to protect & carry any device in style! Great pattern to show off fun prints & panels. A quick, fun sew”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Diane Richards of Gwen N Oli<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Diane says “A very stylish way to carry a larger device. A waterproof canvas lining provided great structure too!” Diane changed her bag slightly from the pattern by putting the D-rings on opposite panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Becca of Turtle Trax Too<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Made by Sabine Hrlt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sabine printed her bag at 75% size and used magnetic snaps to close the laptop pocket, instead of a button and elastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Made by Sandra Biard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Made by Sophie Sellier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Made by Vonne Mary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mary printed the pattern at 85% size and added an overlay strip to the front centre seam, but otherwise the bag is made as per the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Purchase the Ankor sewing pattern here<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Supplies required to make this bag:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fabrics & Stabilisers<\/strong>
– 30 1\/2″ [78cm] of No.5 size zip tape and two zip pulls<\/a>
– 1\/2m [1\/2 yd] of two different Exterior fabrics<\/a>
– 1m [1 yd] of Lining fabric<\/a>
– Medium woven interfacing<\/a> (enough for cotton fabrics you’re using)
– 9cm x 54cm [3 1\/2″ x 21″] of Decovil light<\/a> or similar stabiliser for the base and D-ring tabs
– 115cm [1 1\/4 yards] of Sew-in foam stabiliser<\/a>
– 150cm [60″] of 38mm [1 1\/2″] Wide webbing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hardware:<\/strong>
– 2 x 25mm [1″] D-rings<\/a>
– 2 x 38mm [1 1\/2″] Swivel hooks<\/a>
– 1 x 38mm [1 1\/2″] Strap slider<\/a>
– 20.25cm [8″] x 2mm [1\/16″] Elastic cord<\/a> (for laptop pocket closure)
– 1 x 18mm [3\/4″] Button<\/a> (for laptop pocket closure)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Optional Extras:<\/strong>
– 6 x Medium [8mm post] double cap rivets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n