Swoon Patterns
Denver Backpack
Denver Backpack
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This stylish backpack purse features two exterior side pockets with visible zippers for an added edgy vibe. The zippered main compartment will keep all your belongings secure while the side pockets offer plenty of storage. Perfect for work, travel or your everyday adventures.
This sewing pattern comes with instructions and pattern pieces for two sizes of backpack - a large backpack and a mini backpack
Please note: This is a downloadable PDF sewing pattern. Your PDF file will be available after checkout in the Downloads area of your account.
SIZING / FINISHED MEASUREMENTS FOR THE DENVER BACKPACK:
Large Denver Backpack:
Wide: 16" (40.6 cm)
Tall: 12" (30.5 cm)
Deep: 6" (15.2 cm)
Mini Denver Backpack:
Wide: 12" (30.5 cm)
Tall: 9" (22.9 cm)
Deep: 4" (10.2 cm)
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE DENVER BACKPACK:
Large Denver Backpack:
- 1/2 yard (0.5 m) of quilting weight or home decor exterior fabric
- 1 yard (1 m) of quilting weight lining fabric
- 1 yard (1 m) of contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
- 1/2 yard (0.5 m) of foam interfacing (such as Pellon Flexfoam FF77)
- 3 5/8 yards (3.5 m) of fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
- 1/2 yard (0.5 m) of fusible web (optional) (such as Pellon Wonder-Under 805)
- Two (2) x 1” (25mm) rectangle rings
- Two (2) x 1” (25mm) strap slides
- One (1) x 1” (25mm) swivel clip
- One (1) x 3/4” (20mm) D-ring or O-ring
- Three (3) x 12” (30cm) all-purpose zippers
- Fabric glue (optional) (such as Beacon Fabritac)
- Coordinating thread
Mini Denver Backpack:
- 3/8 yard (35cm) of quilting weight or home decor exterior fabric
- 1/2 yard (50cm) of quilting weight lining fabric
- 1 yard (1m) of contrasting fabric, woven or vinyl
- 1/3 yard (30cm) of foam interfacing (such as Pellon Flexfoam FF77)
- 2 1/3 yards (2.25m) of fusible woven interfacing (such as Pellon Shapeflex SF101)
- 1/3 yard (30cm) of fusible web (optional) (such as Pellon Wonder-Under 805)
- Two (2) x 3/4” (20mm) rectangle rings
- Two (2) x 3/4” (20mm) strap slides
- One (1) x 3/4” (20mm) swivel clip
- One (1) x 1/2” (12mm) D-ring or O-ring
- Three (3) x 9” (30cm) all-purpose zippers
- Fabric glue (optional) (such as Beacon Fabritac)
- Coordinating thread
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - THE DENVER BACKPACK:
What difficulty is the Denver Backpack?
Alicia's rating: 3/4 - You should already be somewhat familiar with sewing patterns and common sewing terms.
Can I sell the Denver Backpacks that I make?
You MAY sell individual bags handmade by you using this pattern. Use for mass production is prohibited. If you decide to sell your handcrafted Swoon Denver Backpacks, then we would be grateful if you would mention Swoon Sewing Patterns in your online sales listing.
Is there a video tutorial for the Denver Backpack?
Swoon Sewing Patterns do not come with video tutorials, however many of our lovely friends, fans, and followers have recorded live sews, sew alongs, and advice sews. We recommend searching for 'Swoon Patterns Denver Backpack' on YouTube to see the latest fan-made videos.
We are currently aware of the following fan-made videos:
Monica from Castine Handcrafted: Part One - Sew the Denver Backpack with Monica on YouTube - Part One, Part Two - Sew the Denver Backpack with Monica on YouTube - Part Two
Tori from Seams Legit: Sew the Denver Backpack with Tori from Seams Legit on YouTube, Sew the Denver Backpack with Tori from Seams Legit on YouTube
Lauren from More Me Know: Sew the Denver Backpack with Lauren Mormino on YouTube
Kirsten from das Haus mit dem Rosensofa: Visit YouTube to sew Swoon Patterns' Denver Backpack with Kirsten from das Haus mit dem Rosensofa (German language)
Plus many many more videos of the Denver Backpack and mini backpack
