Perfect for on the go when you want something a little simpler but still keep organized. This classic crossbody with a zip top closure will be one you will want to make over and over again. Feature your favorite print or keep it simple with a solid! Includes front and back exterior pockets and interior pockets. Adjustable strap makes it wearable in any season. Perfect for gifting! Regular size and mini!

Special features:

• top zipper to keep your belongings secure
• front and back exterior pockets
• two sizes to sew, regular and mini!

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

+ Approx. Finished Dimensions: 9 ½ wide by 3 deep (measured at base), 9 ¼ tall, width at top opening is 12 ½ [8 ¼ wide by 2 ½ deep (measured at base), 8 ¼ tall, width at top opening is 10 ½ ]

Materials needed:

Requirements based on 44"-wide fabric.

Exterior fabric requirement* not suitable for one-way directional fabric.

Mini size noted in [brackets].

FQ=Fat Quarter (18" x 22")

• ½ yard [FQ] Exterior Fabric*
• ½ [ ½] yard Accent Fabric (includes Exterior pockets and Strap/Strap Holders)
• ¾ [ ½] yard Lining Fabric (includes Interior Pocket)
• 2 ¼ [1 7/8] yards Fusible Woven Interfacing (Pellon SF101 - 20")^
• (1) 12 " [10"] zipper for top closure
• (2) 1"-wide d-rings, (2) 1"-wide swivel clasps AND (1) 1"-wide strap slider (hardware kit available here)
• (1) 18mm thin magnetic snap (for front pocket closure) OR (1) size 24 metal snap can be substituted

Recommended Fabrics: Canvas (6-8 oz. weight) for exterior and Accent fabric. Quilting cotton or lightweight canvas for Lining.

* depending on your exterior or accent fabric choice (such as a heavier canvas or a waxed canvas in a 7-9 oz. weight), you may be able to omit the interfacing for the exterior fabric and/or some of the accent pieces. For this option, reduce fusible interfacing requirement to 1 ¼ [ ¾] yards and do not interface those pieces.

Additional supplies + tools: Polyester thread, water-soluble pen/tailor's chalk, cutting mat, ruler, rotary cutter, size 14 or 16 denim or Microtex needle, glue or glue pen, (optional) 1" x 50" leather strap/webbing (or length as desired) may be substituted for fabric strap.