Magical Drawstring Backpack Sewing Pattern
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Make the child in your life something that they will love with the adorable Magical Drawstring Backpack sewing pattern. This cute Magical Drawstring backpack has two size options, large and small. The sewing pattern comes with instructions to customize the Magical Drawstring Backpack in nine different ways: a bunny, dragon, dinosaur, monster, angel, child, color blocking, and adding bunting to make this a custom backpack. The backpack closes with a drawstring cord which can be fed through a tab or optional eyelet.
Instant download digital sewing pattern. Includes size Small and Large.
Options
• Tabs or eyelets at the bottom
• Bunny option
• Dragon option
• Monster option
• Bunting option
• Color block option
Features
• Beginner Friendly
• Two sizes
• Top closes with drawstring
• Packed with pro tips and expert advice
• Includes full size, print-at-home pattern pieces
• Includes step-by-step tutorial with photos
• Instant-download digital sewing pattern
- 1/8 inch drawstring cord - you will need approximately:
- Size S - 3 yards
- Size L - 3.5 yards
- NOTE - If you use a drawstring cord that is wider than 1/8 inch, you will need to make the channel deeper than the pattern markings.
- OPTIONAL Interfacing - If you are using a light weight fabric and would like a little more structure to your backpack you can use a light to medium weight interfacing. The amount you need will depend on the pieces you are interfacing. You will need the same amount of interfacing as your fabric amount listed above.
- Eyelet OPTION - 2x ½ inch wide Eyelet Hardware.
- OPTIONAL fusible webbing for the characters. You will need a small amount for the Eyes, Nose, Pupils, Eyebrows, and Paw pieces.
- Angel/Dragon OPTION - You will need 0.25 yards of lightweight batting for the Wings.
- Bunny OPTION - You will need yarn to create a pompom tail. You can either buy a ready-made pompom, or if you would like to make your own you will need:
- You can use any thickness of yarn and as much or as little as you like. The thicker your yarn or the more you use, the fuller your pompom will be.
- We used less than 1 ball/skein of yarn in this tutorial.
- Alternatively, you could use any non-fraying fabric for the pompom (e.g., felt, fleece, lycra, fake fur, leather, yarn suiting), or any other ribbon or trim you like.
- A great idea is to mix and match yarn colors, fabric colors, or mix and match fabric with a yarn or ribbon/cord/trim!
- Child OPTION - You will need less than 1 ball/skein of yarn. You will need 120 cut lengths, each 11 inches long. If you have scrap yarn this would be perfect to use up.
- OPTIONAL Stuffing - This can be added to the Bunny or Dragon feet. You will need a handful of stuffing.
- Bunting OPTION - You can use fabric paint/markers to draw on letters, embroider them with embroidery thread, or use Heat Transfer Vinyl if you wish.
- Thread to match
- Sewing machine
- Pins or clips
- Scissors
- Tape measure or ruler
- Safety pin or bodkin
- Tailors chalk or disappearing ink fabric pen
- Serger/Overlocker is optional but not required.
FAQs
How do PDF/ digital patterns work? Simply download, print, and sew. You’ll need a free Adobe Acrobat reader program and any home printer (or a nearby copy shop for A0 printing). Once you’ve printed the pieces, tape or glue them together. You’ll find an easy-to-follow how-to guide inside the pattern instructions, plus support in our Facebook group.
The trim-free pattern comes in A4 or US letter printable sizes and includes full pattern pieces and a detailed tutorial to guide you every step of the way. An A0 format (pattern pieces only) is also included should you wish to have your pattern printed professionally. PDF Layers allow you to select and print only the size/s you want/ need.
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“Another GREAT Rebecca Page Pattern! Easy sew, can make the bag structured with interfacing, or more lightweight without. Perfect for littles to tote around their treasures, or even for a fashionable lunch tote. I plan to make a coordinating sunhat to go with mine!”
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Sonia Barberet Debove –
I love that bag, it’s so lovely, and it was difficult to choose, it’s wonderful ☀️
Branka Čelić –
Drawstring backpack size L, option color block. L size is at more like medium size, but if you need larger just add an inch or two to width and length. Other than that, great pattern, with so many options to try, ideal gift for kids, with so many characters…. I still need to make small size, Can’t wait for some kiddo to have birthday.
Jo Sharp –
Super easy to make and such a winner with the kids.
Samantha Burton –
I really enjoyed this pattern! It was super fun to make and super easy to customize what you need it for! I accidentally forgot to add the optional tabs, so I just turned it in to a travel/storage bag with a drawstring top.
Adawiyah Hairuni –
Super cute pattern! My daughter love the rabbit character of her new backpack. Easy to follow instructions with cute characters.
Paula Sloan –
I really enjoyed making this pattern , l made the bunny design and can’t wait to make more. Made in a day
Easy pattern to do ❤️
Debbie Anne Groves –
Super easy sew and so cute too!!
Branka Čelić –
This simple yet so versatile pattern will be your favourite pattern for kids, teens, adults…for everybody!
Urška Filipič –
Quick and easy sew. I like the variety of choices. Very suitable for last minute gifts.
Vera Bering –
Easy to put together, it came together quickly. I learned to make a pom pom for the bunnies tail! I used too thick of a cord for the drawstring or I didn’t leave a big enough channel to feed the cord through. Will leave myself a note for next time! I think my grandddaughter will love this little bag for carrying her things to swimming lessons.
Patricia Booth –
Love this adorable pattern. It was fun to make and I know it will be a hit with our special little one. The options are amazing!
Mandy Tustin –
Such a fun and easy pattern to make. Sews up beautifully and with such a huge variety of theme to choose from. This pattern is ideal for anyone from beginner to experienced sewer.
Joanne Thompson –
Such a cute easy to follow pattern with so many options to change it up to suit any occasion.
Bunford Orsi –
Great and fun sew! You can really personalize it for you, or your kid!
Shona Marie Young –
This is such a great patternwith so many options. I made the small Bunny for my Kawaii loving 11 year old and she adores it so much. I have an Angel cut out in unicorn fabric for my younger daughter. Great pattern. I love it.
Shona Marie Young –
I’ve now made 2 of these. A bunny and an angel version. Such a great pattern with so many options. These are just too cute.
Pam Henderson –
Fun, functional pattern with many variations. I made these for my grandkids! So cute!