Advanced Bag Sewing Patterns

These Advanced bag sewing patterns are designed for experienced bag makers who enjoy a challenge. Expect more complex construction, higher piece counts, and detailed steps that create a beautifully finished bag. Take your time, follow the sequence closely, and enjoy the process — these are the patterns for makers who love learning new techniques and achieving a truly professional result.

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Boxed Bliss Handbag PDF Pattern
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25
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Video Tutorial Included
The Boxed Bliss Handbag has an internal cavity slip pocket perfect for a small wallet like the Snap and Go or Slip & Zip. Three layered patch slip pockets, an accordion pocket for reading glasses, and a pen pocket, all on one side of the bag’s interior.
On the other side is an integrated wallet featuring a zippered coin pocket, notes/bills pocket and 4 card slots easily holding 8 cards or more. PLUS, there is another larger zippered pocket for other valuables. There is still space for other ‘things’ in the main compartment.
The Boxed Bliss closes with a recessed zipper with a hidden phone pocket discreetly tucked into the wall of the bag near the zipper panels. The sides of the bag feature added cording/piping for both looks and structure.
If you like organization, this one is perfect for you!
WAIT! There is more! The bag features rolled handles, and an optional fabric feature webbing strap, with tabs.
While the bag made with all the features, is rated Advanced as it is a longer sew, you can easily leave off some of the pockets and make a quick sew instead – rated Intermediate.
Of course, you can also use the pocket designs in other bags and make the most of your purchase. There are some awesome techniques in this bag that you will use over and over again!
Finished size:
Approx. 25cm (10”) W X 23cm (9”) H X 13cm (5”) D.
Pop over and read the introductory Blog Post.
https://youtu.be/DjCxP68-1B0
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Olivia Handbag Sewing Pattern PDF
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25
FEATURES:
The Olivia bag sewing pattern is not only roomy and functional but with loads of pockets you will be super organized as well! There are 2 front flap pockets with magnetic catches, two elasticized pockets on the side and a zipper pocket on the back.
The top of your bag closes with a recessed zipper so everything inside is nice and secure PLUS inside you will find another zipper pocket and 2 patch pockets as well!
Finished bag size = Approx. 41cm (16″) X 25cm (10″) X 10cm ( 4″)
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Dawn To Dusk Backpack Rucksack Sewing Pattern PDF
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25

FEATURES:
The Dawn To Dusk backpack is not only super useful BUT super cool and stylish too, with its gorgeous buckle hardware, eyelets and metal feet.
Features include a zippered front flap pocket with 5 pen pockets and a little coin pocket. Two side pockets close with a magnetic snap.
The roomy main compartment consists of a large elasticized slip pocket for books or a small laptop.
PLUS, the interior also boasts a zipper pocket of its own! Adjustable straps and a hanging loop complete the ensemble.
Finished bag size = Approx. 36cm (14”) X 33cm (13”) X 15cm (6”)
NOTE: The pattern now comes with a free bonus tutorial on how to enlarge the pattern to fit US letter size folders and binders.
Check out the original introductory blog post to see the tester versions of this pattern. It’s an oldie but a goodie!
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The Penny Inn Clutch Wallet Sewing Pattern PDF
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25
Video lessons included
Want a clutch wallet that holds everything — including your phone?
The Penny Inn is an Advanced wallet sewing pattern with a gorgeous flip-lock closure, organised storage, and flexible carry options. Use it as a wristlet, wear it crossbody, or slip it into your bag.
You’ll love:
20 card slots total (8 + 12)
Multiple zipper pockets (including a zippered coin section)
Phone slip pocket
Detachable wrist strap + adjustable crossbody strap
Size: 21cm W x 11cm H x 4cm D (8 ¼” x 4 3/8” x 1 ½”).
Bonus: Video lessons included (links provided in your downloads).
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The Factotum Large Tote Bag Sewing Pattern PDF
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25
The Factotum is the perfect office tote bag! At the front of the bag, under the flap, are pen pockets, slip pockets, a divided middle section and a zipper pocket. At the back of the bag is a hidden zipper opening to a large document pocket. The document pocket fits A4 & Foolscap folders easily. There is a slip pocket at each side of the bag. The main compartment is closed by a recessed zipper. Inside you will find a Laptop pocket, two side pockets, 2 large slip pockets with centre pen pocket and a large zipper pocket. There is also plenty of room inside for the Minifacto, which is a smaller cross body bag especially designed to fit in your office tote perfectly, holding all your everyday essentials, such as your wallet etc, so you can just grab it and go out to lunch!
The Factotum is rated Advanced. Not because it is difficult to sew but because it is a long sew with many pieces to manage. It helps to use the cutting labels provided, pinned to your work so you don’t lose track of what everything is!
Finished size: Approx. 41cm W X 30.5cm H X 18cm D (16” W X 12” H X 7” D)

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The Lunar Collection Travel Bag Sewing Pattern PDF
Rated 5.00 out of 5
US$14.25
FEATURES:
The Lunar Collection travel bag pattern provides THREE sizes to choose from.
Large – Full Moon perfect for a holiday away where you need to pack a lot, it’s HUGE!
Medium – Half Moon is the perfect weekender or carry on luggage and makes a fantastic nappy bag too!
Small – Quarter Moon is just right for your toiletries or other bits and bobs. It also makes a fantastic handbag!
All versions sport a front slip pocket with optional flap and two side pockets each closing with a pull cord which are perfect for use as shoe pockets on the two larger bags. The Full Moon & Half Moon versions have a luggage sleeve at the back and the Quarter Moon version sports a slip pocket. The roomy interior has a large zipper pocket.
There is also an optional adjustable strap.
Optional Extra’s:
Available separately is an optional Pocket Supplement A for adding extra interior pockets – suits all bag sizes!
Finished size, including side pockets is approx.
Full Moon: 61cm W X 43cm H X 25.5cm D (24” W X 17” H X 10” D)
Half Moon: 46cm W X 35.5 H X 18cm D (18” W X 14” H X 7” D)
Quarter Moon: 36cm W X 29cm H X 15cm D (14” W X 11 ½” H X 6” D)
You may like to read the Mash Up with Serendipity Hip blog post for a little extra inspiration.
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