Dorian Messenger bag

This pattern was brought out of retirement for a special sew along in our Facebook group in October 2020! Replay in our Facebook group

A classic messenger designed to fit your everyday necessities. Includes options for 3 different flap closures; turn lock, magnetic snaps and side release buckles. Designed to fit a 13” laptop perfectly, it includes 4 open pockets and one exterior zippered pocket on the back. Features both a long adjustable strap and a top handle for those grab-and-go moments.

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:

• 9.5" tall
• 13" wide
• 3" deep

MATERIALS:

• 1 1/3 yards exterior fabric, 44” quilting weight
• 1 yard lining fabric, 44” quilting weight
• 2/3 yard 44” fusible fleece (Pellon Thermolam Plus)
• 3 yards 20” midweight fusible interfacing (Pellon Craft-Fuse 808)
• 1/4 yard 20” heavy fusible stabilizer (Pellon Peltex 71f)
• Two 1.5” rectangle loops & One 1.5” strap slide
• One 9” all-purpose zipper
• One turn lock or Two magnetic snaps or Two side release buckles
• Coordinating thread

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: 2/4
You should already be somewhat familiar with sewing patterns and common sewing terms.

You MAY sell bags you make with this pattern.