Bellaclip Backpack Pattern
Bellaclip Backpack Pattern
by Bumbleroot Design
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Bellaclip is a fun and functional backpack with several unique safety and user-friendly features. Outside, there are 3 overlay options to choose from: folded edge, raw edge, or an overlay with a slim, hidden zippered pocket.
The instructions show how to sew this on a flatbed machine, where you have limited access due to tight spaces. I reduced bulk everywhere possible to make this bag easy to put together on any type of sewing machine.
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FINISHED DIMENSIONS
12.5 x 10 x 4 inches
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate ~ Follow along with the video!
Material Options
Fabric, tweed, waxed canvas, vinyl, cork, and leather (can mix & match)
Downloadable PDF
Over 50 pages with color illustrations
Pattern Copyright
Originally published January 2021
Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Links to the online videos are in the PDF
Print + Cut
All pattern pieces included for printing, tracing, and cutting (except straps)
Eco-Friendly Options
Full cutting chart with measurements included, to save paper
Units of Measure
Pattern includes both Imperial and metric measurements
Strap Guide
Use the separate Strap Guide to make any strap style and length of your choosing
FABRIC NEEDS
- 1/2 yard main exterior material: vinyl, leather, cork, home décor, canvas, or similar
- 1/4 yard contrast exterior material: same types as main exterior
- 3/4 yard lining fabric: cotton, home décor, canvas, waterproof canvas, or similar
- Additional material for straps
- 1 yard woven interfacing
- 1/4 yard medium fusible stabilizer (525 Decovil Light or similar)
- Firm stabilizer for the base
- One 18- to 20-inch #5 zipper
- For optional overlay pocket: One 11-inch #5 zipper
- Four 1-inch rectangle rings
- Two 1-inch strap adjusters/sliders
- One 1/2-inch swivel clip
- One 1/2-inch d-ring
- Rivets
- Purse feet optional
- Rotary cutter, ruler, double-sided tape, fabric glue, needle and thread for hand sewing
TECHNIQUES INCLUDED
- Options include a slim, hidden zippered pocket in the overlay
- "Hidden" strap connectors
- My "cocoon" method for zipper ends

