The Around The Block Messenger Bag pattern by Among Brenda's Quilts is a spacious messenger style purse with a magnetic snap closure. Instructions include directions to make the pockets with or without pockets and you can make this bag with a top zipper closure or not! There is an adjustable cross body strap and the finished size is 10.5"H x 10"W x 4"D. Included with this pattern is a front flap and front closure template.
Materials Needed: Fabric requirements is 42" of usable width
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Color A, Front and back of bag - 1 yard (.9m)
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Color B, Flap - 1/3 yard (.3m)
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Lining - 3/4 yard (.70m)
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Fusible Fleece - 1/4 yard (.2m)
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Foam Stabilizer, sew-in or single sided fusible - 18" x 58"
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Medium weight Fusible - 1/2 yard (.4m)
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Notions:
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Small scrap of clear vinyl
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Three 14" zippers or longer with nylon teeth (optional)
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One 1 and 1/2"(13mm) magnetic snap
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Three 1 and 1/2" O-Rings
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One 1 and 1/2" slider for adjustable strap
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One 1" Snap Hook for key catcher
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Removable marker
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Basic rotary sewing tools (ruler, mat, cutter)
