Explorer Backpack Pattern - Leather DIY - Pdf Download - Video Tutorial
Learn to make your own leather backpack with this easy to follow pattern and free step by step video tutorial. Every piece is drawn at real size, so you print, trace, cut and stitch your way to a bag that only looks better as it wears in.
What you get: Real size pattern pieces for every part of the backpack, ready to print and trace. A free step by step video tutorial covering the full build from first cut to final stitch, so it works no matter your skill level. Instant PDF download, so you can print and start the same day.
Watch the tutorial for this pattern, free, on YouTube: Tony See Patterns.
Printing & paper sizes
Open the PDF with Adobe Reader and print at "actual size". Do not use "fit to page" or "shrink to fit" — those resize the pattern and the pieces will not line up.
Larger patterns are spread across several sheets. Print them all, line up the marks, and tape the sheets together before you start cutting.
Licence & copyright
These PDF files are intended for hand made leatherwork only. They are not laser or machine compatible, and they are protected against copying and unauthorised editing. The files are the intellectual property of Dieselpunk.ro SRL and are protected under international copyright law and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). They are licensed for personal crafting use, including the sale of up to 10 finished items per year. Reproducing, sharing, reselling or redistributing the files themselves is prohibited and will be pursued under applicable law.
Hardware for this build
7 x roller heel bar buckles, 3/4" (20 mm) antique brass (9 for the 5 pocket version)
Up to 100 x double cap rivets, 9 mm antique brass (100 sets)
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Reviews
This pattern has lots of pieces but several are the same. Follow the video instructions putting together a section at a time and it comes together just right. It took me several days to complete. Don't expect to finish in 1 day. Tip sew on strap holder while sewing that seam. And what's a backpack without the straps- make them too. Next time I will make the handle about 1 inch longer and make the larger one. Everyone wants this purple one.
This is the largest and most complicated thing I’ve made so far, and I’m very happy with it. The pattern was clear and the order of construction well explained. I added larger side pockets to carry 16oz water bottle and coffee cups. I think it looks well balanced;) I worried about the size of leather I needed,as I can only order mail order, so ordered a “1/2 butt”- and used about 2/3 of it (see image), so spare to make something else!!
I just finished my SECOND Legendary Explorer. I adjusted the sizes for my outdoor activities and the bag is amazing (everyone is jealous). Please note this bag is larger than the pattern!