Canvas and leather Backpack Pattern: Leather Bag DIY (PDF + 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
10 x eyelets, 6 mm antique brass (200 pcs)
10 x double cap rivets, 9 mm antique brass (100 sets)
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Reviews
I used 12 ounce canvas and 4 ounce leather with black pig suede layered inside the pieces on the bottom and back for extra strength. I have to admit that this was a challenging build. Saddle stitching through the flat felled seams of that canvas was tough! I think it turned out well, though
I absolutely love the pattern and the guide on how to make this backpack. It came out absolutely amazing and thank you Tony for the pattern and your experience.