The Beginner Bagmaking Bundle, 2 PDF Sewing Patterns
The Beginner Bagmaking Bundle, 2 PDF Sewing Patterns
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These are digital PDF patterns, not physical products. The patterns will be available for download after purchase.
This bundle includes the PDF patterns for the Hamilton Pouch and the Steeltown Tote. These patterns can also be purchased separately.
Level up your sewing skills with the Beginner Bagmaking Bundle!
The Hamilton Pouch is a beginner sewing pattern for those who want to sew their own bags. The pouch can be made three ways, with options for a contrast bottom and exterior pockets. With step-by-step instructions and full colour photos, this pattern will show you how to install a zipper, how to make a boxed corner to add depth to the pouch, and how to create slip pockets.
Finished Dimensions: 8" tall, 8" by 3" at the base, 10" zipper opening.
The Steeltown Tote is a beginner sewing pattern for those interested in bagmaking. The tote can be made in two sizes, and includes an option for a contrast bottom. With step-by-step instructions and full colour photos, this pattern will show you how to make a bag that is uniquely yours. Let's get sewing!
Finished Dimensions:
Small Bag: 13" by 10" by 3" Large Bag: 13" by 13" by 4"
Difficulty Level: Beginner
These are measure-and-cut patterns. All pattern measurements are in inches (imperial).
PDF patterns are final sale, no returns or refunds.
These sewing patterns are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, printed or sold without the author’s permission. The purchaser may sell bags made from these patterns, but only on a small handmade scale. Please credit the Hamilton Pouch and the Steeltown Tote by Hammerstitch Bags in your product listings and social media posts.
See below for material requirements.
Features
Features
Hamilton Pouch:
View 1: basic pouch with a solid exterior and no exterior pockets.
View 2: contrast bottom
View 3: exterior pockets
All Views have the option for an interior slip pocket.
Steeltown Tote:
-long straps that can be worn comfortably over the shoulder
-option for a contrast bottom
-fully lined
Pouch Requirements
Pouch Requirements
FABRIC
Exterior, Views 1 and 3: 0.5 yards of waxed canvas, quilting cotton, or cotton-linen blend.
Exterior, View 2: 1 fat quarter (18" by 22") for the top panel, and 1 fat quarter for the contrast bottom.
Lining, all views: 0.5 yards of quilting cotton or cotton-linen blend.
(based on 44" wide fabric)
INTERFACING
1 yard of fusible woven interfacing such as Pellon SF-101 (based on 20” wide).
OR 0.5 yards of interfacing for the lining only, if you are using waxed canvas for the exterior. Waxed canvas does not require interfacing.
ZIPPER
One 10" fixed-length zipper such as a YKK metal zipper
OR 10.5" of vinyl zippers-by-the-yard and one zipper pull.
Optional:
One small (6mm post) rivet for exterior pocket.
Tote Requirements
Tote Requirements
FABRIC
Exterior: 0.5 yards 10-13oz waxed
canvas, quilting cotton, or linen blend.
Contrast Bottom: 0.5 yards of waxed canvas (or one fat quarter if using cotton or linen).
Lining: 0.5 yards of cotton-linen canvas, or quilting cotton
(based on 44” wide fabric)
STRAPPING
1.5 yards of 1” or 1.5" wide strapping such as cotton or nylon webbing
INTERFACING
2 yards of fusible woven interfacing such as Pellon SF-101 (based on 20” wide)
OR 1 yard of interfacing for the lining only, if you are using waxed canvas for the exterior. Waxed canvas does not require interfacing.
Optional:
4 small (6mm post) double cap rivets for strap reinforcement
Tools & Supplies
Tools & Supplies
Cutting mat, rotary cutter, acrylic ruler, fabric scissors, wonder clips, pins, iron, fabric pen, point turner, seam ripper.
Size 90-14 or 100-16 (denim) needle, and a presser foot for your sewing machine. You may use a zipper foot for sewing in the zippers, but a presser foot will work too.
Matching or contrasting thread.
Optional, if using rivets:
Double cap rivet setter and anvil.
Hammer or mallet (I recommend a bakelite mallet).
1/8” drive punch or rotary punch for making holes in the fabric.
