The Back At Ya Mini Backpack Purse Pattern is the perfect size for either a conveniently small backpack purse or a child's backpack. There are secure zipper closures, lots of pockets, instructions for a padded handle, and adjustable straps. There is also a flap on the outer pocket that holds ID and credit cards. Finished size is approximately 12" High and tapers from 10" at the bottom to 8" Wide at the top. There is a 4" Deep bottom. Patterns by Annie!
Materials Needed:
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Main fabric (body of backpack, pockets, straps and tabs, padded handle) - 1 yard
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Lining fabric (lining of bag, pockets) - 1 and 1/4 yards
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Contrasting fabric (bindings, pockets, zipper pulls) - 3/4 yard
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By Annie's Soft & Stable or batting - 30" x 36"
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Light to medium weight fusible interfacing - 3/4 yard
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1" strapping - 2 and 1/2 yards
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Zippers to match fabric (heavy-duty handbag zipper or a double-slide zipper for the top zipper) - Two 12" (or longer) and One 24" (or longer)
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1" Rectangle Rings, 1" wide mouth slider - Two rings and Two sliders
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Sew-in magnetic snap or 3/4" Hook & Loop Fastener such as Velcro - One snap set or one 2" piece of Velcro
