Pack-up Backpack PDF Sewing Pattern

Pack-up Backpack

A super convenient backpack you can sew out of all sorts of fabric. It includes 2 bottle holders, a front pocket, a secure pocket on the back, an interior pocket, and a main compartment big enough for a laptop.. PLUS! It can be packed up into it's own back pocket, making it a perfect travel companion. You never know when you might be out and need to carry an extra couple cool dresses home! Download both formats: The Letter/A4 has written instructions, and the A0 copy is a full size cutting layout. 

Printing the pattern

When it comes to printing the pattern, you have two options to choose from – the home printer version or the large format version. The home printer version is great for those who prefer the convenience of printing at home on standard size paper. Simply download the PDF file, ensure your printer settings are set to actual size, and print out the pattern. Your other option, the large format version is ideal for those who want to skip the taping of multiple sheets together. You can take the large format file to a local print shop or use an online printing service to have the pattern printed on a single large sheet. I like using PDFplotting.com.

Whichever version you choose, make sure to double-check that the scaling is correct before cutting into your fabric. Measure the test square. This will ensure that the pattern is being printed at the right size. Once you have your pattern printed, assembled (if necessary), and you are ready to start on your project.

You will get both print files with this download. The Letter/A4 version and the large format version.

If you need guidance on how to print your pattern check out the tutorial below.

Project Supplies

 1 yard of 52” wide fabric or 1 1/4 yards of 44” wide fabric
 2 yards of #5 separating zipper
 2 regular #5 zipper sliders
 1 reversible #5 zipper sliders (if you want to make it packable, otherwise regular)
 4 feet of 3/4” (20mm) webbing for straps, handles, and reinforcement
 4 yards of 5/8”-3/4” (15-20mm) binding (e.g. bias tape, ribbon, twill tape,
    or more of the webbing above if it’s thin).
 2 Tension Locks (aka Ladder Locks) for 3/4” straps. These are the buckle
    looking things that go on backpack straps that let you cinch them up.
 7” of 3/8”-1/2” (10-15mm) flat elastic band for side pockets (to hold bottles) 

Seam allowances

1/4 inch seam allowance

Sewing Instructions

The sewing instructions are available through the sewing club at www.Sew.ac or on youtube channel through the video link below.

Happy Sewing! <3,Anastasia