The Peak Pack Backpack Pattern *

The Peak Pack is a perfect town bag backpack pattern and is roomy without being bulky for everyday use.  There are multiple pockets both inside and out and this pattern is a great way to show off matching or contrasting fabrics!  Finished size is 12" x 12".  Full pattern pieces are included for the main bag and the front pocket.

Materials Needed:

• 1/2 yd of main fabric (45" wide)
• 1 yd of lining fabric - this is enough to do both inside pockets as well as the lining
• 1/3 yd of 45" wide fabric for the straps - this can be added to any of the other fabric amounts.  If you prefer webbing, you will need 3 yds of 1" to 1 1/4".
• 2 different fabrics of the outside pockets, one fat quarter for each.
• 1/2 yd of 45" fusible fleece
• 1 yd of 45" heavy fusible interfacing (Decorbond, etc.).  Do not use the ultra heavy used for fabric bowls!
• 1/4 yd of lightweight fusible interfacing for the front gathered pocket - Decorbond is too heavy for the gathered pocket!
• 18" wide tooth purse zipper (separating zipper is o.k.)
• 7" zipper for the back outside pocket
• 7" zipper for the inside zippered pocket
• 4 - 1" or 1 1/4" D rings
• 2 flat (1" to 1 1/4") buttons for reinforcing the top of the straps
• 1 yd of 1/4" elastic for the outside pocket