The Saxted Green Satchel Pattern *

The Saxted Green Satchel Bag pattern by Charlie's Aunt is a military style satchel, inspired by designs popular in the 1940's. This bag is very roomy, practical and chic with a unique asymmetrical front pocket and flap. This unique purse pattern can be made with a purchased strap or  made with matching fabric strap and there are instructions for an additional interior pocket. Finished size is 13"H x 16"W x 2 1/2"D. (33cm x 41cm x 6cm).

Materials needed:

• For whole bag including strap in one fabric:
• 1 yard (95cm) of 60” (154cm) wide or 1¼ yard (115cm) of 44” (112cm) wide fabric (Exterior of bag)
• To make with a purchased strap, you will need:
• ¾ yard (70cm) of 60” (154cm) wide, or 1 yard (95cm) of 44” (112cm) wide fabric (Exterior of bag, pocket and flap)
• For all combinations, you will need:
• ¾ yard (70cm) of 44” (112cm) wide lining fabric (Bag, front pocket and interior pocket)
• ¾ yard (70cm) of 44” (112cm) wide firm sew-in interfacing (and optional of batting) (Bag body and upper flap)
• 2/3 yard (65cm) of 36” (92cm) wide fusible interfacing (Under flap, front pocket and interior pocket)
• 40” x 5” (105cm x 14cm) of fusible web (or interfacing) (Strap)
• 1 magnetic snap
• 2 or 3 big buttons, or six small buttons (Decoration)
• For purchased handle:
• Long leather or vinyl strap ¾” (2cm) wide and approx. 36” (92cm) long
• Piece of fusible web approx. 5” x 4” (13 x 10cm) for tabs