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Mini Backpack Sewing Pattern: Adult & Child Sizes (PDF Pattern)

Kandoupatterns  

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This is a fully illustrated Sewing Tutorial for a fully lined small backpack, complete with detailed pattern instructions and Full Scale Templates.
Video on Youtube on the wonderful Oklaroots channel - check it out now before buying if you like!

This is a simple sewing pattern for a practical and stylish mini-sized backpack. The unisex design is great for customizing to create your own version, and instructions are given for adapting the backpack to fit a child - why not make a matching set for all the family?!

Available in ENGLISH only - all measurements in Inches.

DIMENSIONS: 9¾” wide x 10¾” high x 4¾” deep (child size 4¼” deep)
Adjustable strap length: adult size 26 - 33” (child size 18 - 24”)

Really practical and right on-trend, this cute little Backpack has lots of great features that make it the prefect gift for family and friends of all ages

SPECIAL FEATURES:-
• Classic shape with a roomy interior – large enough to carry all essentials
• Great for daytrips, shopping, or commuting to the office
• Practical secure pocket to the front with snap fastening closure
• Concealed zipper pocket at back with easy access: perfect for securing valuables
• Inner slip pocket for keeping things tidy inside
• Adjustable straps with padded section for added comfort
• Optional leather or webbing carry handle
• Adult and Child sizes – and a great unisex style!

SKILL LEVEL: lower Intermediate – Experience of basic bag making and sewing multiple layers of fabric is useful.

YOUTUBE VIDEO by the wonderful Jessica at Oklaroots!

The full range of our bag sewing patterns can be found here https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Kandoupatterns
If you've enjoyed making the backpack, you may like to try our new Retro Style Sling bag pattern! https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1112950773/retro-style-sling-bag-sewing-pattern

The finished product is beautiful quality - fully lined with one internal pocket and bound seams - made using professional bagmaking techniques.

This listing is a DIGITAL FILE: You will receive 28 pages of clear, easy to follow step-by-step instructions and color photos to make this bag AND a set of full-scale computer drawn templates - simply print, cut out and assemble the templates, then use them to make the size of your choice!

MATERIALS -
Main Fabric (42” wide): ¾ yd
Interfacing (20” wide): 2 yds
Low loft Fusible Fleece (22” wide): ¾ yd
Lining Fabric (42” wide): 1 yd
*Bias Binding tape (3/4” wide) 2 ½ yds (instructions are given for making your own)
2 x Zippers (metal or nylon): 1 x 18”* head-to-head zipper, and 1 x 7” regular zipper*
- (or 27” zipper tape plus 3 pulls zipper pulls)
Webbing tape (1” wide): 2 yds (adult size), 1 ½ yds (child size)
Hardware: 2 x 1” metal sliders, 2 x 1” rectangle rings, 1 x magnetic ¾” snap fastener
Leather Carry Handle (optional): 2/2.5mm (1/8”) leather strap - 1” x 9”, plus 4 x rivets (6-8mm) – you will also need the required setting tools

PLEASE NOTE! Due to the nature of the product, refunds cannot be offered on digital file products - please read this listing carefully before you purchase.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This pattern is protected by international copyright law and may not be distributed, resold or copied, either in whole or in part, or in any format. All rights reserved by Kandoucrafts. Permission is granted to make and sell this purse on a small, handmade scale (please credit kandoupatterns in all written material, including any Etsy listing descriptions...........................................................................................

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SAFETY NOTICE: This pattern is intended for adult use only, and is not suitable for children. Always keep small components and sharp implements away from children at all times. Turn off sewing machine and pressing equipment when not in use.

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Yvette 02 Mar, 2026

Have not made it yet but it seems easy enough to follow. I am waiting to find a print that i like to create it (:

Yvette 02 Mar, 2026

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Mattie 04 Feb, 2026

This pattern is easy to follow, and produces a great little backpack!

Mattie 04 Feb, 2026

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Laura 27 Jan, 2026

Very pleased with finished bag, easy to understand instructions.

Laura 27 Jan, 2026

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Etsy buyer 14 Dec, 2025

I haven't tried sewing the backpack yet but the pattern is super clean and easy to read! Love the piece and can't wait to try it.

Etsy buyer 14 Dec, 2025

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