Melford Messenger Bag PDF Pattern by Charlie's Aunt

The Melford Messenger Bag PDF Pattern by Charlie's Aunt includes sewing instructions and pattern templates for creating a bag with a uniquely shaped flap and front pocket with a distinctly vintage feel, taking its inspiration from the 1940's ARP wardens’ bag! Use 2 contrasting fabrics to make this bag truly unique! The Melford Messenger Bag can be made with a self-fabric strap, or a purchased strap attached with self-fabric tabs. A template is included for a shaped interior patch pocket. Finished size: 14” H x 12” W x 2" D.

Materials Needed:

• 1 yd exterior fabric
• 2/3 yd lining fabric
• 1/2 yd firm sew-in interfacing
• 2/3 yd of 36” wide fusible interfacing
• 40” x 5” fusible web
• magnetic snap
• (3) 1-1/2" buttons
• Optional: 3/4” wide x 36” leather or vinyl strap

The Melford Messenger Bag PDF Sewing Pattern by Charlie's Aunt has 16 total pages, including 8 pages of full-sized pattern templates (to print, cut out and tape together).

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