Marsham Messenger Bag PDF Pattern by Charlie's Aunt

The Marsham Messenger Bag PDF Pattern by Charlie's Aunt includes sewing instructions and pattern templates for creating a bag inspired by the 1940s 'make-do-and-mend' era. This strikingly simple messenger bag is pieced together with three contrasting fabrics to give the homespun look with infinite possibilities, with features that include an interior patch pocket. The Marsham Messenger Bag can be made in anything from traditional wool tweed paired with corduroy or moleskin to cotton decorator fabrics, and is the ideal size for everyday use. Finished size: 13" W x 11" H x 2 1/2" D, with 41" strap length.

Materials Needed:

• 2/3 yd exterior fabric 1 for bag back, front center panel and flap
• 44" of exterior fabric 2 for left side panel adn one strap piece
• 44" of exterior fabric 3 for front right side panel and one strap piece
• 2/3 yd lining fabric for bag lining and interior pocket
• 3/4 yd firm sew-in interfacing for bag body and upper flap
• 1/2 yd fusible interfacing for under flap, interior pocket, plus both strap pieces
• magnetic snap
• A selection of buttons of your choice to trim the flap

The Marsham Messenger Bag PDF Sewing Pattern by Charlie's Aunt has 17 total pages, including 7 pages of pattern templates (to print, cut out and tape together).

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