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Belmont - Custom Bag Maker Kit
Two projects in one! A convertible bag that tucks away inside a matching zipper pouch. This kit includes all of the ingredients you need to make this bag.
This durable, all-fabric bag converts from tote to backpack and can be tucked away inside the matching zipper pouch for easy carrying. It features convertible fabric straps, a two-compartment exterior pocket, French seams, extra-strong stitches for durability, and boxed corners for plenty of carrying capacity.
This kit includes all of the waxed canvas you need*, a paper pattern template for cutting your fabric pieces, an 8" brass zipper with a leather pull and rivet, two spools of matching thread, and access to the full PDF pattern. Option to add the online class (at 50% off!), essential tools, and paper instructions booklet.
*Note: Fabric pieces are not pre-cut. (You'll have some extra waxed canvas that can be used to make a second zipper pouch, if you'd like!)
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Belmont - Custom Bag Maker Kit
Skill Levels
 BEGINNER |
 CONFIDENT BEGINNER |
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Beginner projects will introduce you to the basics of bag making. You'll learn to sew heavy-duty fabric, punch holes in fabric and leather, set metal rivets, and sew your first zipper! |
Confident Beginner projects involve managing more pieces of fabric and leather. They'll teach you to add interior and exterior pockets and install new types of hardware, like snaps. |
 INTERMEDIATE |
 ADVANCED |
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Intermediate projects involve a more in-depth making process. They'll teach you to work with a wider variety of tools and hardware techniques, like setting extra-strength tubular rivets. |
Advanced projects are for experienced stitchers ready to invest a significant amount of time and energy into becoming a bag maker. Complex construction and seriously professional results. |
Our Materials
Our Materials
Waxed Canvas
A densely-woven cotton fabric that's saturated with wax, giving it protection against the elements. It shows scuffs and creases that blend into a weathered patina. *fabric colors vary in weight from 10-12oz
Leather
Sourced from Oregon and a Pennsylvania tannery, and hand-selected for quality. Our hides are cut into straps with a hydraulic press to ensure precision and consistency.
Hardware
Hardware takes a bag from looking homemade to professional—and it's not hard to do! Using basic tools, you can set rivets & more. All our hardware is real metal and built to last.
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Two projects in one! A convertible bag that tucks away inside a matching zipper pouch. This kit includes all of the ingredients you need to make this bag.
This durable, all-fabric bag converts from tote to backpack and can be tucked away inside the matching zipper pouch for easy carrying. It features convertible fabric straps, a two-compartment exterior pocket, French seams, extra-strong stitches for durability, and boxed corners for plenty of carrying capacity.
This kit includes all of the waxed canvas you need*, a paper pattern template for cutting your fabric pieces, an 8" brass zipper with a leather pull and rivet, two spools of matching thread, and access to the full PDF pattern. Option to add the online class (at 50% off!), essential tools, and paper instructions booklet.
*Note: Fabric pieces are not pre-cut. (You'll have some extra waxed canvas that can be used to make a second zipper pouch, if you'd like!)
"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!"
"I'm a sucker for clever designs and this is such a fun one."
"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."
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Customer Reviews
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This bag was fun to make! Ellie is an excellent teacher, online, as well as face to face. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. I have taken two different bag-making classes and plan to take several more. These sturdy, but lightweight bags are not difficult to make. I don't think I could ever make too many!
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This makers kit was so fun and easy to complete. The materials are gorgeous and such high quality. I keep coming back to the site to buy hardware, canvas and zippers because I can’t find anything of this quality anywhere else. The range and quality of waxed canvas they offer is unmatched.
The bag itself is so cute and I love that it converts from a tote to a backpack. The canvas is easy and fun to work with. The Belmont is the most professional looking piece I’ve made so far..it’s all about the details :)
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What a fun bag! So easy to make and the exciting part is this makes 2 bags. Easy to follow instructions and video. Ellie is so positive in the video. You will feel so proud of yourself after making this bag, And using it.
OUR PROMISE
You've got this.
Making things takes courage! For every little victory and moment of triumph, there are frustrating seam rips and cooked rivets, but there is magic to be found in showing up and trusting the process. Sometimes you have to take the leap to discover how much you're truly capable of!
OUR PROMISE
We've got you.
From sourcing the very best tools and materials to crafting crystal-clear instructions, we're committed to setting you up for success (and enjoyment!) at every step of your bag making journey. No matter your skill level, we'll meet you where you are and help you reach your bag making goals.
