PACK + POUCH
The Belmont
CONFIDENT BEGINNER
Two projects in one! A convertible bag that tucks away inside a matching zipper pouch.
BAG MAKER KITS
All of the ingredients you need to make this bag. (Includes PDF pattern + paper template.)
Belmont - Custom Bag Maker Kit
All of the materials you need to make this bag.
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Belmont - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit
All of the materials you need to make this bag.
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LEATHER + HARDWARE KITS
Zipper Pouch - Tan Leather + Hardware Kit
Also used for the Belmont Pack + Pouch.
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Zipper Pouch - Chestnut Leather + Hardware Kit
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Zipper Pouch - Black Leather + Hardware Kit
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INSTRUCTION
Choose how you'd like to learn! (Full maker kit + online class include PDF pattern.)
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TOOLS + SUPPLIES
Not sure what you'll need? Download the tools + supplies list below.
Bone Folder
Genuine ox bone tool for creasing & marking on waxed canvas & leather.
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5" x 5" Non-Slip Quilting Ruler
Precise, non-slip & easy-to-read ruler for accurate cutting + marking.
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Steel Fabric Roller
Press crips, even folds in fabric without heat. Save when bundled!
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Craft Clips
Hold multiple layers of thick fabric when straight pins won't cut it.
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Nonstick Needles
Awesome for sewing waxed canvas to prevent gumming up your needle!
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Edgestitch Presser Foot
Helps you sew straight stitches along fabric edges or seams.
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Flat Head Pins
Strong yet flexible flat head pins for easily laying rulers on top.
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Kai Rotary Cutter
Safely + easily cut leather or multiple layers of heavy-duty fabric.
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Bag Sewing Toolkit
All the essential sewing tools for bag making.
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5" x 20" Non-Slip Quilting Ruler
Precise, non-slip & easy-to-read ruler for accurate cutting + marking.
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Bag Maker Toolkit
Mallet, Rivet Remove Tool, Punch Board, Granite Slab & Steel Roller
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THE BELMONT PACK + POUCH
Online Class
Learn to make your Belmont with Ellie, the designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The step-by-step on-demand videos are great for visual learners and those who could use a confidence boost.
😍 Maker Stories
"I'm a sucker for clever designs and this is such a fun one."
@intenselydistracted
"Love how this bag can be used two ways as well as packed into a coordinating zipper pouch!"
@craftedbyjuju
"I sewed the Belmont Pack + Pouch, and I 💛 it! I'm a novice bag maker, so this beginner friendly bag was perfect. I'll def be sewing more of these."
@faithstjules
"Spent my Sunday making this. I was too excited not to bring it into work today. It's definitely going to be my go-to flea market bag!"
@blacksheepmade
"I'm a sucker for clever designs and this is such a fun one."
@intenselydistracted
"I’d never done any bag-making before or worked with waxed canvas and I’m definitely doing both again! The Belmont is the perfect size for my knitting with a little extra room for my wallet and keys when I’m on the go. I’m going to get a lot of use out of it."
@hey_lookwhaticando
"I love the backpack option! It's so comfy and I could really see myself using it whenever I need a bit more space. The convertible straps are just genius!"
@intenselydistracted
FAQS
Questions about the Belmont? We've got you covered.
The Belmont Pack + Pouch is a 2-in-1 project that packs a punch. You'll create a versatile bag that switches from tote to backpack, plus a matching zipper pouch it nests into for compact carrying. This durable, all-fabric bag adapts to your needs. Get ready to make a bag that's as smart as it is practical!
What are its key features?
- Convertible design: tote to backpack
- Matching zipper pouch for compact storage
- Two-compartment exterior pocket
- French seams for a professional finish
- Extra-strong stitches for durability
- Boxed corners for increased capacity
- All-fabric construction
What's included in the kit?
- Waxed canvas fabric (with extra for a second pouch)
- Paper pattern for cutting fabric pieces
- Paper instructions booklet
- 8" brass zipper with leather pull and rivet
- Access to PDF pattern
What making paths are available?
- Bag Maker Kit: All materials listed above
- Pattern (PDF or Paper): For sourcing your own materials
- Online Class: Step-by-step video guidance at 50% off when purchased with the kit
- Essential Tools: Option to add tools needed for the project
Yes, you can totally make this bag on a regular home sewing machine! No heavy-duty or industrial machine required. For best results, we highly recommend working on a machine that has been well-maintained and using a new, sharp needle. Denim needles or nonstick needles (if working with waxed canvas) are our favorite!
The full maker kit includes all of the ingredients needed to make your bag, except tools and the online class, which can be added on at a discount.
Yes! We highly recommend adding the class for 50% off to your kit! Our pattern instructions are very clearly written and filled with helpful illustrations and caution moments. You can totally make your bag from the written instructions alone. However, if you're a visual learner, new to bag making, or feeling a little intimidated, the online class is the way to go. You'll get to learn directly from Ellie, the pattern designer herself, whose expert guidance goes above and beyond what we could possibly include in the instructions. It's like having a friend there with you at your sewing machine, walking you through every step.
These are the tools and sewing supplies we recommend having on hand for the optimal Belmont-making experience:
- All-purpose thread (the maker kit comes with two matching spools!)
- Size 100 denim needle or nonstick needle (our favorites for sewing heavy-duty fabric & waxed canvas)
- Craft clips (for securing multiple layers of waxed canvas)
- Straight pins (for accurately aligning and securing layers of fabric)
- 20" x 5" Quilting ruler (to measure and mark long, straight lines)
- 5" x 5" Quilting ruler (comes in handy for marking boxed corners)
- Bone folder (for scoring and pressing waxed canvas, can replace a fabric pencil!)
- Steel fabric roller (a quick, heat-free press for waxed canvas and other fabrics)
- Edgestitch presser foot (for perfectly-parallel stitches in relation to an edge or fold)
- Hammer + hard surface (for setting the rivet on the zipper pull)
Download the full Tools + Supplies List
The making time for confident beginner projects is estimated at 3-5 hours. Having said that, each maker has their own pace and process. We recommend adding the online class for extra support and to ensure a seamless (no pun intended 😉) making experience.