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For sewers who are looking for a (relatively easy) challenge, this set of three blog posts takes you from seeing an “inspiration” crossbody sling bag to remaking it from scratch. It is guaranteed to make you feel accomplished if you can tackle it successfully, because the project is presented without full instructions. There are, however, photos and a free PDF pattern (available from a link in the final blog post of the series).
Tutorial: Patchwork cross body zip bag
The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!
It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.
Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.