Stitchless Backpack Pattern and Tutorial
Stitchless Backpack Pattern and Tutorial
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- Free shipping to the US over $250.
- 100% ethically produced leather
- 60 day returns
Download and print the pattern to make yourself a Stitchless Backpack.
This bag is constructed entirely by weaving - no sewing machines or hand stitching involved.
The perfect beginner leather bag making project.
- full step by step video tutorial (demos of all the techniques and tools)
- you will be emailed an instant download of the pattern (A4, Letter and A1 formats)
Dimensions of finished bag
Dimensions of finished bag
The finished bag measures 30cm (12”) wide by 25cm (10”) high by 25cm (10”) deep.
The straps are adjustable and measures 95cm (37”) at shortest/120cm (47”) at longest.
There is a shorter grab handle at the top and the bag is closed with a buckle strap on the front flap.
Leather and Tool Requirements
Leather and Tool Requirements
HELP ON LEATHER AND TOOLS SOURCING
You get a helpful guide on suppliers (UK, Europe and the US) for buying leather and tools.
LEATHER REQUIREMENTS
The bag has been designed to only require the very basic tools and materials (with the novice leatherworker and budget in mind). Some tools are essential whereas others are 'nice to have'. As with all tools, the more you spend, the better quality and nicer to use, but you can get away with cheaper tools if you are just wanting to try out bag making! The exact sizes of the tools are in the downloads but if you already have some of the tools, I will show you how you can adapt the widths of the downloads will give you detailed information on what leather to choose
As a rough guide, you'll need x amount of leather
HARDWARE
1 metal buckle - 25mm width
1 metal o rings - 30mm width
10 metal rivets - screw
TOOLS
The bag has been designed to only require the very basic tools and materials (with the novice leatherworker and budget in mind). Some tools are essential whereas others are 'nice to have'. As with all tools, the more you spend, the better quality and nicer to use, but you can get away with cheaper tools if you are just wanting to try out bag making! The exact sizes of the tools are in the downloads but if you already have some of the tools, I will show you how you can adapt the widths of the straps.
Essential tools
- round leather awl
- scalpel, craft knife or Stanley knife with fresh blades
- metal ruler - 30cm or 60cm
- rotary punch tool
- oblong hole punch
- cutting mat
- deadblow hammer, mallet or maul
Nice to have tools
- punch board
- circular hole punches
- rivet setting tool - hand press or hand held
- strap end punch
Skill level
Skill level
SKILL LEVEL
This is perfect for craft lovers, sewers and makers as well as craft novices. Suitable for beginners as there is no sewing involved.
