Sewing Therapy Bridge Bag

Buy the Bridge Bag sewing pattern from Sewing Therapy. The Bridge Bag is a unique bag in form and function. The bumps of the striking twin-peak silhouette are connected by innovative elastic bridges, which maintain the bag's structure and keep contents secure while providing the flexibility to expand when you need to reach inside.

A continuous-loop strap system omits conventional adjusting hardware. Simply pull the loop long to wear the bag over your shoulder or crossbody, or double up the strands to carry it as a tote. Then switch back and forth instantly as needed.

Inside the bag, a thoughtful centre divider creates two compartments to keep you organised. The opening is secured with a simple snap or magnetic closure for a minimalist look. 

Sewing level: Confident beginner

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: 

Main: Medium weight fabrics such as cotton canvas, heavy linen, cotton/linen blends, denim, or medium weight home decor fabrics are ideal. These materials will beautifully emphasise the twin-peak silhouette. Waxed canvas is also an excellent option.

Lining: Light to medium weight cotton. If you prefer a more self-supporting interior, oxford or canvas is a great alternative.

Fabric requirements:

Small bag: 42" (110 cm) wide fabric: Main, 1 yd (1 m) // Lining, 1/2 yd (0.5 m).

Large bag: 42" (110 cm) wide fabric: Main, 1 1/2 yd (1.5 m) // Lining, 1 yd (1 m).

Sizing:

Small bag: Finished measurements: 11 3/4" wide x 9" tall x 4 3/8" deep (30 cm x 23 cm x 11 cm).

Large bag: Finished measurements: 16 1/2" wide x 12 5/8" tall x 5 1/8" deep (42 cm x 32 cm x 13 cm).

Notions: 1/2" (1.2 cm) wide elastic // Optional: 1 yd (1 m) of fusible interfacing; magnetic snap button.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (8 pages for small bag, 14 pages for large bag); A0 copy shop pattern (1 sheet) // Layers: No // Projector file: Yes.

Note: A detailed step-by-step sewalong video is available on the Sewing Therapy YouTube channel, so the written instructions are not illustrated at each step.

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