Campfire Messenger Bag Pattern

Get organized with this classic styled messenger bag. There are ample pockets and space for everyday use.

Features: 

  • Feature your favorite print on the Flap
  • Adjustable strap
  • Zippered, pleated and slip pockets
  • Optional top zipper closure
  • Hardware flap closure, plus two alternate closure options!

Want to see more examples? Check out #campfiremessengerbag on Instagram!

Skill Level/Dimensions/Materials:

Skill Level: Intermediate!

Approx. Finished Dimensions: 9½” W, 11½” H, 2½” deep at base [24.1 x 29.2 x 6.4 cm]

Materials needed:

+ Requirements based on 44” wide fabric. FQ=Fat Quarter=18" x 22"

*PLEASE NOTE: this pattern is written for fixed-length zippers (not zipper by the yard, if using zipper by the yard please add 1.5" to the length of each designated zipper)

Recommended Fabrics: Cotton or blended canvas; denim, twill, home dec for exterior. Quilting cotton for lining and accent.

Alternate Closures: (4) 1” D-Rings and 1”x 16” scrap leather, or use fabric instructions (and * = omit 2) OR (2) tuck locks (and * = omit 2)

Additional supplies + tools: Thread, water-soluble pen, cutting mat, ruler, rotary cutter, turning tool, 1/4”-wide fusible web tape, (2) 1/4” x 5” strips of leather/ribbon for zipper pull(s), denim needle, snap setting tool, 3/4”-wide sew-in hook-and-loop tape or additional size 24 metal snap (for optional flap and/or back pocket closure)

Supply sources (with links) included in the pattern file.

Pattern/Download Information:

For Digital (PDF) pattern:

Please download (and save) the pattern files to your computer! You will have 9 download attempts, keep in mind each time you open to view the file counts as an attempt.

This pattern is delivered as 4 PDF files (instructions, print-at-home, print-at-home assembly guide, and A0 file). 

  • PDF pattern includes:
    • measurements for all non-rectangular pieces, full-size printable pattern pieces for all non-rectangular pieces, label sheet to help keep you organized!
    • optional Print-at-Home Letter/A4 file for ALL pattern pieces (including rectangles!)
    • optional A0 file for printing at a copy shop (new to A0? click here!)
    • metric and imperial measurements
    • detailed step-by-step instructions and professional illustrations
  • The file is an instant download. Please be sure to check the email address you entered at checkout, the instant download link will be sent to that email address. After purchase is complete you will also be redirected to a page with the download link.

    For Paper (printed) pattern:

    Paper pattern version includes:

    • instruction booklet with step-by-step instructions and professional illustrations
    • pattern sheet for Flap & Gusset pieces and rotary cutting instructions/measurements for all other pattern pieces (just cut and sew, no need to cut out pattern pieces), all tucked into a resealable poly bag.

    Paper pattern is shipped via USPS.

    Sell finished items! You (the purchaser of this pattern) can sell finished sewn items made using this pattern (on a home-based scale)credit to Anna Graham www.noodle-head.com is appreciated!

    NOTICE: It may not be possible to download a PDF file directly to your iPad or Android tablet/mobile device without a download app. I use Acrobat Reader in combination with Dropbox to download files using my mobile device.

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