The Baggalista Paper Sewing Pattern

The Baggalista Sewing Pattern by StudioKat Designs

A paper sewing pattern for a bag hailed as the perfect travel companion by Kathy Southern of StudioKat Designs! The Baggalista features five zippered storage areas, four interior storage pouches, a large zippered back pocket which is terrific for larger items, and an adjustable nylon strap. Wear it over your shoulder, or cross-body to travel hands-free! The flap closure will showcase a favorite fabric print. The Baggalista bag functions perfectly with the fabulous PortaPockets Insert which was also designed by StudioKat Designs!

Sewing Supplies:

NOTE: (You may need more fabric if you are using directional prints)

exterior fabric: 1/3 yard
contrast fabric (flap area & back pocket): 1/4 yard
lining fabric: 1 1/8 yard
Soft & Stable: one 29″ X 11″ piece (StudioKat Designs recommend Soft & Stable, but fusible fleece may be substituted)
fusible interfacing: one 12″ X 5″ piece (StudioKat Designs recommends CraftFuse TM or the equivalent.)
fusible fleece: 1/4 yard (StudioKat Designs recommends Thermolam TM or the equivalent.)
1 each – 1″ wide metal link
1 each – 1″ wide metal slider
1 each – 16″ (or longer) separating zipper (instructions for shortening zipper are included)
1 each – 12″ (or longer) nylon zipper (instructions for shortening zipper are included)
1 each – 9″ (or longer) nylon zipper (instructions for shortening zipper are included)
2 each – 7″ (or longer) nylon zippers (instructions for shortening zipper are included)
2 each – 3/4″ invisible sew-in magnetic snap (standard style clamp-in magnetic snap may be substituted)
60 inches – 1″ wide nylon webbing