Designed to cater to the dynamic lifestyles of today’s trendsetters, the Wayfarer is not just an accessory but an essential companion for those who crave convenience without sacrificing style. What sets this small convertible backpack apart is its ingenious convertible straps, allowing you to seamlessly switch between a single-strap crossbody style or a classic backpack look.
***This is a downloadable PDF pattern in English available for digital download. You are NOT purchasing a completed bag!*****
Two Styles Included:
Instructions are provided to make the backpack in two styles:
Style 1: A simple backpack with a single zippered compartment; and
Style 2: An advanced backpack with a double zippered compartment.
Separate instructions files are provided for each style to avoid confusion. Style 1 pattern includes 33 pages of concise step-by-step instructions with colour photographs to help you through each step. Style 2 includes 36 pages of concise step-by-step instructions with colour photographs. The pattern pieces are provided in a separate document comprising printable full pattern pieces including rectangular pattern pieces. All pattern pieces include seam allowance.
PDF only and PDF+SVG options are available during purchase. Cut files for use with popular cutting machines, for example, Brother Scan n Cut, are provided in DXF and SVG formats. Note: A 12″ x 24″ mat is required to cut the pattern pieces. Cut files have been thoroughly tested on multiple cutting machines.
Disclaimer: No technical support or assistance in any form will be provided for said cut files. Please purchase the cut files only if you are proficient in using your cutting machine.
Finished Size:
Style 1: 8” W x 14.5″ H x 3.5” D
Style 2: 8” W x 14.5” H x 4.5” D
Pattern Overview: http://aquaintstitch.com/small-wayfarer-backpack-updated-whats-new/
Features:
* Zipper pocket with overlay on the front flap
* 1 or 2 main zipper compartments based on style
* Zippered back pocket
* Interior zipper pockets
* Miscellaneous interior pockets
* Two strap options: Adjustable sling strap or convertible strap
* Two methods for assembling the bag: Binding and birthing
Extras:
* A0 file included
* Projector file included
* Old version with slanted zipper included
* Cut files are available for purchase
The main zipper compartments contain interior zippers and storage slots to organize basic everyday essentials and the front flap pocket is perfect for storing quick-access items. The back pocket can function as a concealed carry pocket to keep your wallet safe and reachable while traveling.
Skill Level:
Style 1: Intermediate
Style 2: Advanced
Basic Skills Needed:
– Basic sewing skills
– Familiarity with sewing patterns.
– Sewing curved seams
– Installing a zipper
– Determine Interfacing requirements
Tester Pictures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_k0-FwPvtI
Materials Required:
1 yard (1 meter) of exterior fabric
2 yards (1.8 meters) of lining fabric
7” x 10” (18 x 25.4 cm) piece of leather/vinyl/cork for accent piece
3 yards (2.7 meters) of fusible medium weight woven interfacing
¾ yard (0.7 meters) of foam/fusible fleece interfacing
3” x 5” (7.6 x 12.7 cm) piece of stabilizer
Three 1” D-rings
One 1” wide side release buckle
One 6.5” (16.5 cm) long #5 zipper for exterior front pocket
One 9” (23 cm) long #5 zipper for exterior back pocket
Two or Four 12” (30.5 cm) long pieces of 3 mm cording for the bottle holders
One or two cord stops
¼ yard (0.25 meters) of mesh fabric for bottle holders
Style 1:
One 7.5” long (19 cm) zipper for bag interior
One 16.25” long (41.27 cm) #5 for bag compartment
Style 2:
Two 7.5” long (19 cm) zippers for bag interior
Two 16.25” long (41.27 cm) #5 for bag compartments
Sling Strap:
One 1″ swivel clasp
One 1″ tri-glide slider
1.5 yards (1.4 meters) of 1” wide webbing/strapping
Convertible Strap:
Two 1″ swivel clasps
Two 1″ tri-glide sliders
2 yards (1.8 meters) of 1” wide webbing/strapping
One 16” long (41 cm) #5 zipper
Other Notions:
– 3/16” or 9 mm Grommets/eyelets for bottle holder and grommet setting tools
– Wonder clips/Pins
– Double sided tape or glue
– Erasable fabric marker
– Co-ordinating thread
– Edge Paint (Optional)
– Teflon foot or walking foot if using vinyl or leather
– 2.5 yards (2.3 meters) of ⅜” to ½” wide pre made Bias tape or 1” wide Fold Over Elastic (or)
– Two 45” (115 cm) long (or cut width of fabric) strips of waterproof canvas for the binding method
Measurements are approximate and don’t account for directional or fussy cutting.
By purchasing this pattern, A Quaint Stitch grants the purchaser a non-exclusive, non-transferable, simple right of use license to use the sewing pattern for personal or limited commercial use. The rights to reproduce, publish or distribute the sewing pattern in whole or in part, to allow third parties to use it, to edit it or to change it in any form is strictly prohibited. Commercial use is limited to individual brand sales and is prohibited for mass production or manufacturers. No refunds will be entertained because of the nature of this product!
