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Skill Level:  2, Easy

Our Village Courier Bag sewing pattern makes up a roomy shoulder bag that you can make in many different ways.  The bag has lots of features which make it a great sling bag to carry anywhere from school to the office to the beach.  An adjustable shoulder strap makes it comfortable to carry.  Inside, large zipper pockets divide the bag into two inner compartments, and an inner velcro pocket keeps small items secure.  And, this fully lined bag is big enough to hold a laptop!  Make the basic bag or use upcycle jeans to make a recycled denim bag (instructions are included!). 

Bag Measurements:
12" high x 14" wide x 3-1/2" deep

Fabric Suggestions:
Basic Bag - Outer Fabric: Waterproof nylon pack cloth, cordura, or any medium- to heavyweight fabric. Lining: Hi-count nylon taffeta or any tightly woven lightweight fabric.
Upcycled Denim Bag - Outer Fabric: Upcycled denim jeans (2-3 pair).  Lining: lighter weight upcycled denim jeans, or any light- to medium-weight woven fabric.

Fabric Requirements:
Basic Bag - Outer Fabric: 3/4 yd (.46m); Lining: 3/4 yd (.46m)
Upcycled Denim Bag - 2 to 3 pair of adult-size blue jeans

Notions: 
All Versions: Thread, 1/8 yd (.12m) 3/4" (2cm) velcro hook and loop, 3/8 yd (.31m) #4 or #5 coil zipper, one #4 or #5 coil zipper pull
Webbing Strap (Basic Bag): 1-3/4 yd (1.6m) 1-1/2" (3.8cm) nylon webbing, two 1-1/2" (3.8cm) loops, one 1-1/2" (3.8cm) slide.
Optional (to reinforce top edge for stretchy fabrics): 1 yd (.92m) 1/4" (.7cm) grosgrain ribbon.

For more pattern details, go here 555 (PDF).