We are very happy to present EUGÈNE , our new accessory pattern. Backpack in 3 sizes or satchel, Eugène will accompany the family in everyday activities!

Particular care has been taken with the finishing and assembly to obtain a beautiful and practical bag:

  • Full interior lining
  • Clever interior storage: compartmentalized pockets and large padded pocket for tablet or laptop
  • Exterior pockets, one zipped and the other elasticated for the water bottle
  • Wide zippered opening
  • Handles to be carried by hand
  • Adjustable straps for carrying on the back
  • Optional adjustable and removable shoulder strap for a satchel look

Eugene is available in either cover or PDF format , with the projectable file included in the PDF version for those using the pattern projection technique.

Eugene backpack model

Discover the boss Eugène

Inspirations

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Mind the Maker L-size backpack in thick canvas, poplin lining, zip closure,
shoulder straps and handles, compatible with 15" laptop.

Eugène backpack, half-woven version, size M

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Half-woven backpack lined with poplin, size M, zip closure,
shoulder straps and handles, compatible with 13 or 14" laptop.

Three sizes of DIY Eugene backpack S, M and L

Bags in sizes S, M and L. 3 sizes to meet everyone's needs.

Eugene backpack pattern size S

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S-sized backpack in Atelier Brunette gabardine in Cobalt, Night and Tangerine colors lined in navy poplin.

Eugene backpack pattern size M with travel label

Quick, I want it!

Video tutorial

Video preview of the Eugène backpack assembly tutorial

Step-by-step support available from Tuesday, September 5:
Get ready for Eugène's sewing by watching our video tutorial starting Tuesday, which will guide you through the assembly of your backpack or shoulder bag.

The sewing level is intermediate to advanced. With Eugène, you will learn how to assemble a full lining, zippers, straps, and handles.

Watch the video

Choice of materials

Warp and weft fabrics: medium to heavy weight (250-400g/m2) such as gabardine or canvas, denim, corduroy, wool, imitation leather or leather. Or, lighter, honeycomb, linen or ribstop (nylon, parachute fabric) for a "soft bag" effect to be reinforced with more or less thick fleece. Lining in fine cotton canvas such as poplin or polyester lining.

Find all the fabrics from our creations on our e-shop:

Ecru poplin lining

Thick Khaki Mind the Maker canvas and ecru poplin lining.
half cotton braid Pink nylon lining
Half-matted cotton and lining in ecru poplin or pink nylon Mind the Maker.
Cobalt gabardine Gabardines Night and Tangerine Brunette
Atelier Brunette Cobalt, Night and Tangerine gabardines and navy poplin lining.

Accessories

Find all the necessary or optional accessories on our site

We have written a blog post detailing all the supplies per model made. See the blog post

The kits

Three kits are now available to provide you with everything you need to make our three featured designs. Each kit will be available with the pattern in a paper pocket or WITHOUT the pattern for those who prefer to order the PDF pattern alongside.

Stéphanie Godefroy