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Full Video Tutorial

In this video Adam and Jo show you how to make this messenger bag. This is also the first video tutorial to feature the Sailrite Fabricator


Adam designed this messenger bag specifically for men as he feels there's a shortage of men's bag sewing patterns to choose from. But let's be honest, change up the fabrics and you'll have a bag that most people would love to be seen carrying! This large messenger bag is great for carrying a tablet, small computer, wallet and other necessities. It’s a neutral bag that can be dressed up or down depending on the fabrics you use. We recommend this as an advanced sewing pattern due to the curved zip, but we walk you through every step in the photo instructions and also in the video tutorial. You should have bag making experience before giving this a go.
Exterior Zip Pocket
Interior Slip Pocket
Slip pocket inside
Fun zip closure giving easy access to the main compartment
Exterior zip pocket
Handy grab handle
Adjustable crossbody strap
11″ tall x 13″ wide 2 1/2″ deep (28cm x 33cm x 6.5cm)
Slip pocket inside
Fun zip closure giving easy access to the main compartment
Exterior zip pocket
Handy grab handle
Adjustable crossbody strap
You can sell products made from this design on a home-based production scale.

Immediately after purchase, you will receive the following files:

PDF file including step by step photo instructions and printable pattern pieces (Letter paper format for those in the USA & Canada, A4 paper for those outside the USA & Canada)
A0 PDF pattern pieces - for print shop and projector use

This is NOT a finished bag. This is a digital duffle bag sewing pattern to download and print at home to help you create your own bag. This digital file is for your personal use only and is not to be shared or reproduced. See full terms and conditions.

Acrylic templates are available to purchase from:

Kallosphere in the UK 
ARC Expressions in the USA.
3/4 yd (75cm) Exterior fabric - cotton (44"/110cm wide)*
1 yd (100cm) Lining fabric - cotton (44"/110cm wide)*
Medium weight woven interfacing (G700/SF101/FastFuse or similar) - enough for all cotton used
31" (80cm) Ultra firm stabiliser (Peltex 71F or similar - 20"/50cm wide)
3 yds (260cm) Double fold bias binding, 1/2" width when double folded

*Measurements account for directional fabrics.

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Hardware:
40" (102cm) No.5 zipper tape & 3 No.5 zip pulls
2 x 1.5" (3.8cm) Rectangle rings
1 x 1.5" (3.8cm) Strap slider
12 x Rivets(Medium/8mm post) - optional
60" (150cm) x 1.5" (3.8cm) webbing for the main strap
22" (56cm) x 1" (2.5cm) webbing for the grab handle

As this is an electronic product, we cannot process refunds or returns as it cannot be returned once delivered. This pattern, once purchased, is not to be shared or reproduced in any way.

Downloads are limited to 10 per file as a precaution to stop bots from sharing download links. If you need your download limit refreshed, please email us and we’ll be happy to sort it for you. Got a question? Check the FAQs page, or email us at shop@countrycowdesigns.com.

When you purchase access to Digital Products you are purchasing a non-transferable, non-exclusive right to access the information for your personal use only. You may not publish or share the digital products or your login details with anyone else. The copyright for this pattern belongs to Country Cow Designs Ltd. It is therefore illegal to reproduce or share the pattern with others, or claim it as your own design. This includes using the pattern to teach classes or for any other commercial use. If you wish to use one of our patterns to teach a class, you must contact us for consent first and each student/attendee must purchase their own personal copy of the pattern.

To make this bag you’ll need to use various tools/equipment. You should only use tools that are well maintained and that you are competent at using. I recommend reading and following the safety instructions provided by the manufacturer of each tool. This pattern does not include safety precautions for the use of tools, so you are responsible for the safe use of any tools you use. If in doubt, seek guidance from an experienced professional of the tools you are using or contact the manufacturer directly. You are responsible for ensuring that you have a safe and suitable working environment. The instructions in this pattern are suggestions only and you are responsible for ensuring that you can carry out the suggestions safely without causing injury or harm to yourself or others. You are also responsible for ensuring that your sewing machine and other equipment are capable of carrying out the suggestions. I cannot be held accountable for damage caused because the tools used are unsuitable.

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