This Sewgirl Cross Body zipped bag is an ergonomic zip up bag layered with wadding. It has a base panel and can be quilted with lovely stitch detailing so it's nice and soft and protective of your valuable items. It has an adjustable webbing strap, however a self made strap option is also written into the pattern as well as an inner pocket which is stitched into the lining.
The bag measures approx 35cm (14”) wide x 16cm (6 ½”) deep and a 10cm (4”) wide base. The strap length 115cm (45 ½”) and it holds a multitude of things due to its expansive base and pleat detail. It's a really useful bag for around town, festivals, and popping to the shops. Worn snugly across the front of the body, this is a stylish bag that is designed for both comfort and practicality.
Fabric Suggestions: You can make this bag from any light/medium weight fabric, it would be lovely to use a favourite patterned cotton fabric or maybe you have some fabric left over from a previous project to make a matching bag.
Fabric Requirements:
LINING FABRIC – 30cm (½ yard)medium to lightweight cotton.
WADDING/FLEECE – 50cm (½ yard) 2oz polyester wadding / Vilene H640 or H630.
STRAP – 1.5m (1 ½ yards) of cotton or polyester bag strap webbing 25mm wide (1”).
- 25mm (1”) rectangle ring and slide
- 35cm (14”) length of no.5 continuous zipping or a 30cm (12”) zip
- Thread
Ability: Beginner
