Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I am making the Petite size in this video but both sizes are constructed the same way. The PDF sewing pattern can be purchased at https://lindshandmade.com. Finished dimensions of each size are as follows: Standard is 12” wide by 8” deep by 16” high. The Petite is 10” wide by 6” deep by 15½”h. I am sewing on my industrial Juki Du-1181n using tex 80 bonded polyester thread. The Highland cow custom panel is a water-resistant canvas from K & A Custom Fabrics. We have partnered with them to offer “cut and sews” specifically designed for this pattern. As the name implies, you simply cut out the pre-printed pattern pieces and start sewing! (You will need to provide proof of pattern purchase before buying.)
Check out their website here: kacustomfabrics.com
-You can find the sternum strap kits (includes ¾”webbing in the color of your choice, 2 sternum triglides and a ¾” adjustable side release buckle) as well as the ladder lock buckles from Georgia Girl Stitches. They also carry a wide assortment of 1” nylon webbing as well. The kit can be found here: georgiagirlstitches.com/hardware
- The ⅛” double sided tape I am using is from wawak, found here: wawak.com/garment-construction/tapes/wawak-hyperstik-super-strong-double-sided-vinylleather-basting-tape-clear/#sku=tpe29
-Rainbow striped zipper by the yard is from Zipper Valley found here: zippervalley.com/collections/stripes-novelty-zippers/products/zebra-stripes-5-rainbow-nylon-coil-zipper-tape
-Ombre measuring tape seatbelt webbing is from Wonderground Fabrics found here: wondergroundfabrics.com/collections/webbing/products/rainbow-ombre-ruler-1-seatbelt-webbing
-Check out Bowtique Emilee on Etsy for an assortment of colors for the 1” fold-over elastic: etsy.com/listing/642431433/fold-over-elastic-1-fold-over-elastic?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=bowtique+emilee&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
-“Cool status unlocked” woven label is Sewing Blurbs monthly subscription box
Here are your timestamps:
00:05 Intro & bag features
03:00 Prep work and material recommendations
04:57 Covering the hardware needed for this bag
06:04 Heat sealing all the webbing and zippers
06:29 Marking the centers and important landmarks on our materials
06:55 Stitching the decovil heavy down onto the bottom base pieces
08:12 Adding the zipper tabs to the zippers
10:58 Creating the side mesh pockets
15:48 Attaching the side mesh pockets to the exterior side zipper pockets
18:15 Adding the webbing to the front and back closure
21:13 Making the backpack straps
29:43 Adding the ladder lock buckles to the backpack straps
32:20 Adding the accent webbing for a sternum strap
35:42 Creating the sternum strap
39:33 Prepping the top and bottom strap anchors
43:55 Creating the back zipper pocket
50:00 Finishing up the back panel
57:56 Creating the side zipper pockets
1:03:10 Attaching the side zipper pockets to the front main body
1:10:04 Finishing up the front panel
1:11:05 Attaching the front panel to the back panel
1:14:29 Attaching the bottom base to the exterior portion of the bag
1:18:27 Creating the interior of the bag
1:22:56 Attaching the lining to the exterior of the bag
1:29:08 Attaching the sternums strap to the backpack straps and done!
I am making the Petite size in this video but both sizes are constructed the same way. The PDF sewing pattern can be purchased at https://lindshandmade.com. Finished dimensions of each size are as follows: Standard is 12” wide by 8” deep by 16” high. The Petite is 10” wide by 6” deep by 15½”h. I am sewing on my industrial Juki Du-1181n using tex 80 bonded polyester thread. The Highland cow custom panel is a water-resistant canvas from K & A Custom Fabrics. We have partnered with them to offer “cut and sews” specifically designed for this pattern. As the name implies, you simply cut out the pre-printed pattern pieces and start sewing! (You will need to provide proof of pattern purchase before buying.)
Check out their website here: kacustomfabrics.com
-You can find the sternum strap kits (includes ¾”webbing in the color of your choice, 2 sternum triglides and a ¾” adjustable side release buckle) as well as the ladder lock buckles from Georgia Girl Stitches. They also carry a wide assortment of 1” nylon webbing as well. The kit can be found here: georgiagirlstitches.com/hardware
- The ⅛” double sided tape I am using is from wawak, found here: wawak.com/garment-construction/tapes/wawak-hyperstik-super-strong-double-sided-vinylleather-basting-tape-clear/#sku=tpe29
-Rainbow striped zipper by the yard is from Zipper Valley found here: zippervalley.com/collections/stripes-novelty-zippers/products/zebra-stripes-5-rainbow-nylon-coil-zipper-tape
-Ombre measuring tape seatbelt webbing is from Wonderground Fabrics found here: wondergroundfabrics.com/collections/webbing/products/rainbow-ombre-ruler-1-seatbelt-webbing
-Check out Bowtique Emilee on Etsy for an assortment of colors for the 1” fold-over elastic: etsy.com/listing/642431433/fold-over-elastic-1-fold-over-elastic?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=bowtique+emilee&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
-“Cool status unlocked” woven label is Sewing Blurbs monthly subscription box
Here are your timestamps:
00:05 Intro & bag features
03:00 Prep work and material recommendations
04:57 Covering the hardware needed for this bag
06:04 Heat sealing all the webbing and zippers
06:29 Marking the centers and important landmarks on our materials
06:55 Stitching the decovil heavy down onto the bottom base pieces
08:12 Adding the zipper tabs to the zippers
10:58 Creating the side mesh pockets
15:48 Attaching the side mesh pockets to the exterior side zipper pockets
18:15 Adding the webbing to the front and back closure
21:13 Making the backpack straps
29:43 Adding the ladder lock buckles to the backpack straps
32:20 Adding the accent webbing for a sternum strap
35:42 Creating the sternum strap
39:33 Prepping the top and bottom strap anchors
43:55 Creating the back zipper pocket
50:00 Finishing up the back panel
57:56 Creating the side zipper pockets
1:03:10 Attaching the side zipper pockets to the front main body
1:10:04 Finishing up the front panel
1:11:05 Attaching the front panel to the back panel
1:14:29 Attaching the bottom base to the exterior portion of the bag
1:18:27 Creating the interior of the bag
1:22:56 Attaching the lining to the exterior of the bag
1:29:08 Attaching the sternums strap to the backpack straps and done!
