Victory Bags PDF Pattern by Charlie's Aunt

The Victory Bags PDF Pattern by Emma Brennan of Charlie's Aunt for Indygo Junction includes sewing instructions and pattern templates for creating a pair of stylish shoulder bags with a 1940s wartime influence. The Victory Bags are constructed with a set-in gusset base and are a sensible size for everyday use. Both styles include instructions for an internal zippered or patch pocket. Finished size: 14" W x 11" H x 3" D.

Materials needed:

VIEW A - Pleat detailing runs sideways from a center panel and fastens with a long narrow flap

• 1 yd woolen or decorator fabric for bag exterior
• 1/2 yd lining fabric for bag lining and interior pocket
• 1/2 yd fleece or heavy sew in interfacing for interfacing the bag
• 1/3 yd of 36" wide fusible interfacing for strap and front flap
• magnetic snap
• 6" zipper for interior pocket
• (3) 1-1/2" new or vintage buttons for front flap trim

VIEW B - Lower front section pleated on to an upper yoke panel with a wide flap and tab

• 1 yd woolen or decorator fabric for bag exterior
• 1/2 yd lining fabric for bag lining and interior pocket
• 1/2 yd fleece or heavy sew in interfacing for interfacing bag
• 1/2 yd of 36" wide fusible interfacing for strap, front flap and tab
• magnetic snap
• 6" zipper for interior pocket
• 2" new or vintage buckle to fit the front tab

The Victory Bags PDF Sewing Pattern by Indygo Junction has a total of 19 pages, including 12 pages of pattern templates.

The printed version of this pattern is available at PursePatterns.com.