EUGÈNE backpack and satchel paper sewing pattern
Eugène is a backpack or shoulder bag available in 3 sizes. It features a full lining, storage pockets, a tablet or computer pocket, a volume pocket on the front, and another elasticated pocket for a water bottle. The bag opens with a wide zipper. You can use the different carrying options: by handle for hand carry, by straps for back carry, or by shoulder strap for shoulder or crossbody carry.
To support the whole family every day!
Available in S, M, and L.
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Video tutorial
Size range
S, M, L
S bag: 23 x 32 x 11 cm (L x H x D). 8 liters. Tablet compatible
Bag M: 27 x 37 x 13 cm (W x H x D). 13 liters. Compatible with 13" or 14" laptops
Bag L: 29 x 40 x 15 cm (W x H x D). 17 liters. Compatible with 15" laptop (W x H x D = Width x Height x Depth)
Sewing level
Intermediate to advanced
What you will learn with this pattern: how to sew a lining, assemble zippers, pockets, handles, straps and a shoulder strap.
Fabrics & Supplies
- Fabric suggestions
- Warp and weft: gabardine, denim, corduroy, oilcloth, quilted fabric, faux leather, leather, honeycomb, linen, cotton poplin, chambray.
- Supplies
- Fusible or non-fusible fleece and optionally Style-Vil mesh foam from Vlieseline to adjust according to the desired effect.
- Non-separating zipper or zipper by the meter.
- Flexible strap 25, 30, or 40 mm wide.
- 2 attachment buckles and 2 sliding adjustment buckles for the straps, or 2 attachment buckles and 1 sliding adjustment buckle for the straps, or 2 attachment buckles and 1 sliding adjustment buckle for the shoulder strap.
- Optionally, you can include 2 carabiners to make the shoulder strap removable.
- 1.5 cm wide elastic.
- 1 snap button for anorak or "camping" style.
- Needles size 100 or 110.
- A protractor or a patchwork ruler to position the back straps at a 60° angle relative to the back piece. Otherwise, use the template provided in PDF format, freely available on the website and printable.
Contents of the pattern
- Bilingual French/English tutorial
- Multi-size pattern sheet. On this pattern, the pieces do not overlap.
Seam allowances are included in the pattern.
The cover is shipped upon receipt of payment.
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Bonus
Find all our tips for achieving beautiful finishes when assembling your zip in our dedicated video tutorial.























