Big Briefcase Pattern: Leather Laptop Bag Template (PDF) with Video Tutorial
Learn to make your own leather briefcase 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 briefcase, 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 full build tutorial, 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
YKK #5 antique brass zipper, 14 inch (36 cm) (5 yard roll with 10 sliders, cut to length)
10 x double cap rivets, 9 mm antique brass (comes in a bag of 100)
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Reviews
again, amazing project, I really like the result, thank you Tony
Great pattern and tutorial- was able to follow along very well - pattern didn’t print well to properly join so I had to add to my gusset - need to make a shoulder strap for it
Great project, the product is great, the bag looks great in different colors of materials. Thanks, Tony.
great pattern loved putting it together and getting the outcome
Another functional and attractive design from Tony. Tony’s instructional videos are second to none, the video and instructions can help anyone construct a bag they will be proud of.