Make your own custom vintage-inspired backpack or knapsack with this template pattern. For DIYers who prefer to choose their own fabric, notions and hardware pieces, this is the perfect solution! This sheet of Sailrite® Patterning Material is plotted and numbered with all the template pieces needed to make our Waxed Canvas Backpack Kit (#124926, #124927, #124928, #124931).
Once you choose your own fabric, notions and hardware, you can follow along with our step-by-step video tutorial to complete the backpack kit. Or use our tutorial as a guideline and make the backpack to your own specifications and liking — it’s totally customizable. The best part is that these template pieces are reusable, so you can make as many backpacks as you want.
Finished Measurements: 31"L x 12-1/2"W, unrolled
Here are the materials you’ll need to make the backpack shown in the video located in the image carousel above:
- 1 yd. bag fabric of choice
- 1 yd. lining fabric of choice
- 5" x 15" panel veg tan leather 4 to 5 oz.
- 8' 1-1/2" webbing
- 1' 1" hook
- 1' 1" loop
- 2 snap fastener cloth-to-cloth assemblies
- 2 1-1/2" adjustable strap buckles
- Double cap rivets (for decoration)
- Rivets installation tool (if needed)
- 2 pieces template plastic (for stiffener)
If you follow along with our video tutorial, you'll learn some valuable sewing skills and techniques including:
- How to create a bag pocket.
- How to add a lining to the inside of a bag.
- How to install bag fastener hardware.
- How to make a bag handle.
- How to cut leather and apply leather dye and finishing products (dye not included in kit).
- How to sew webbing, leather and more.