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DIY handbag sewing pattern, slouchy jeans bag, hobo bag printable PDF pattern and instructions, easy photo tutorial download

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PDF pattern and instructions to make a classy hobo bag with one pair of old jeans!

Printable on A4 paper.
Instant download. You will receive two PDF files to your email immediately after payment.

One - The printable pattern of the exact size, print and join the pages as explained in the tutorial.
If you are using Apple OS, do not print through Preview App but through Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Second - The instructions with photos in 20 pages. You do not need to print those, just follow on screen.
Plus there is a video to help through the tricky bits.


All files are in English and full of photographs.


Make your own very simple but stylish and comfortable everyday bag.
The instructions and printable pattern are very simple and you can make this slouchy soft bag with almost any other fabric, but denim is always on trend! And using old jeans helps our Mother Nature in a very big way!

The coolest thing about this bag is that it can be made using only one pair of jeans!

The fun of this project is to keep that cool denim look: stonewashed effect, rips, seams and hems. Some jeans are so great-looking (but don’t fit for instance), then it’s really fun to turn them into a bag, something that you can still use and enjoy!

The tutorial is full of photos and detailed step by step instructions.
I'd rate the difficulty level as medium. It's not too complicated, but you do need some sewing experience.
A good sewing project for denim lovers and eco thinkers.


Size of the finished bag:
Width when flat 16" (41 cm)
Height when flat from the opening to the bottom 15" (38 cm)
Handle drop appx 11" (28 cm)
Total height appx 25" (64cm)
It becomes smaller once filled and draped down, as there is depth added then. I'd call it medium or slightly larger then medium.

The size of the jeans should be Large and preferably straight legs. But due to so many shapes and leg widths, I’d rather give you the following measurements. Those are minimum for the pattern to fit. The larger — the better and easier to work with :) Leg length measuring from bottom hem to the bum pocket — minimum 72cm (28”). Leg width just below the knee — minimum 23cm (9”).

You might wish to have a magnet clasp for this bag, but it is optional.

You will also need some fabric for the lining. You will need two pieces of 50x75cm, all details will be described in the tutorial.


Any questions are welcome!
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Denise 03 Mar, 2026

Great instructions and pattern- clear to follow.

Denise 03 Mar, 2026

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Sherri 22 Nov, 2025

love it, I'm going to a add a jean pocket on it

Sherri 22 Nov, 2025

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Christine 16 Nov, 2025

Great service. Easy to download.

Christine 16 Nov, 2025

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marissa 10 Nov, 2025

THIS PATTERN IS AMAZING. it’s so worth the money i love my new bag i made it’s so HUGE and very nice. :)

marissa 10 Nov, 2025

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