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Maywood - Pattern

Fully-illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions in paper or PDF!

9 reviews

INTERMEDIATE MAKE TIME: 6–8 hours

The Maywood Totepack converts from backpack to tote with the pull of a strap! It features strong leather straps, a zipper closure, exterior pocket with magnetic snap, and in interior laptop pocket.

NOTE: This pattern now includes a 73”-long backpack strap (as opposed to the original 64") to fit a wider range of body sizes! The updated instructions will teach you how to cut the strap down if necessary for a custom fit. Previous customers can access the updated PDF pattern by logging into their Klum House account and clicking “My Downloads.” Feel free to email support@klumhouse.com with any questions. 

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Paper Pattern

  • Physical Instructions Booklet
  • Large-format Paper Pattern

PDF Pattern

  • PDF Instructions Booklet
  • Tiled, Print-at-home PDF Pattern
  • Large-format PDF Pattern

PDF Purchasing Info: After purchasing a PDF pattern, you will receive an email with a link to download the digital file(s). You can also access all previously-purchased digital goods at any time by logging into your account in the upper right-hand corner of our site. NOTE: It may not be possible to download a PDF pattern directly to your tablet or mobile device without a download app. We suggest using Adobe Acrobat in combination with a file storage service like Dropbox to download files to mobiles devices.

Selling Bags: Are you interested in selling this bag in your own small, handmade business? Check out our Maywood License to Sell!

LEARN WITH US

At Klum House, we pride ourselves in creating patterns that are thoughtful, holistic, and easy-to-follow. We want you to feel fully-supported at every step of your making journey. This is what you can expect to encounter:

Clear Instructions - We are teachers, first and foremost, and as such we know that clear language is so important. We are dedicated to crafting simple, easy-to-follow instructions, so you can forge ahead with confidence.

Helpful Tips + Cautions - Your instructions booklet will be peppered with helpful tips, reminders, and caution moments. We know all of the most common mistakes (because we’ve made them!) and point them out so you can avoid them.

Excellent Illustrations - Our patterns are filled with helpful, technically-precise illustrations. We makers are visual learners! With 3D renderings and transparent layers, we’ll help you conceptualize every stitch, flip, and fold.

Specialty Education - Bag making is different from other types of sewing. It involves working with heavy-duty fabrics, leather, hardware, and tools you may not have encountered before. But don’t worry, our patterns break it all down.

Multiple Making Paths - Whether you choose to make from a fully-prepped maker kit, a leather + hardware kit, or “from scratch,” our patterns are designed to guide you along your chosen path to guarantee a successful make!

SUPPLIES NEEDED

Maywood Full Maker Kit - This is the most foolproof (and luxurious) way to make. Pre-cut fabric, ready-to-attach leather straps, and all of the hardware you need—all in the colors of your choice. All you have to do is make!

NOTE: Maywood PDF Pattern is included with a Maywood Full Maker Kit!

Maywood Leather + Hardware Kit - Prefer to source your own fabric? This option is for you! It comes with all the leather and hardware bits, minus the fabric.

Make From Scratch - Alternatively, source and prep all of your supplies yourself! For a detailed list of everything you’ll need, download the full TOOLS + SUPPLIES LIST

The Maywood converts from backpack to tote with the pull of a strap. 

  • · Bag Dimensions: 16.5" H x 10.5" W (bottom) / 15" W (top) x 5" D
  • · Heavy-duty, water-resistant waxed canvas exterior
  • · Fully-lined with natural army duck canvas
  • · Convertible leather strapping system
  • · 14" brass YKK zipper closure with leather zipper pull
  • · Interior waxed canvas pocket large enough to hold a 15" laptop
  • · Large exterior pocket with magnetic closure
  • · D-ring to attach keys

Our teaching patterns are designed to help you build lifelong skills as you make.

You will learn how to :
  • · Trace the pattern pieces and cut fabric
  • · Cut and hole-punch leather straps
  • · Sew heavy-duty waxed canvas on a home sewing machine
  • · Create convertible leather straps
  • · Set tubular rivets
  • · Sew a zipper with lining fabric
  • · Construct boxed corners
  • · Set a magnetic snap rivet
  • · Attach and reinforce leather straps

Sign up for the Maywood Totepack online class and get the PDF pattern for free!

Learn to make your Maywood with Ellie, the pattern's designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The online class is great for visual learners and those who could use an extra boost of confidence.

LEARN MORE

MEET THE BAG

The Maywood converts from backpack to tote with the pull of a strap. 

  • · Bag Dimensions: 16.5" H x 10.5" W (bottom) / 15" W (top) x 5" D
  • · Heavy-duty, water-resistant waxed canvas exterior
  • · Fully-lined with natural army duck canvas
  • · Convertible leather strapping system
  • · 14" brass YKK zipper closure with leather zipper pull
  • · Interior waxed canvas pocket large enough to hold a 15" laptop
  • · Large exterior pocket with magnetic closure
  • · D-ring to attach keys

SKILL BUILDING

Our teaching patterns are designed to help you build lifelong skills as you make.

You will learn how to :
  • · Trace the pattern pieces and cut fabric
  • · Cut and hole-punch leather straps
  • · Sew heavy-duty waxed canvas on a home sewing machine
  • · Create convertible leather straps
  • · Set tubular rivets
  • · Sew a zipper with lining fabric
  • · Construct boxed corners
  • · Set a magnetic snap rivet
  • · Attach and reinforce leather straps

ONLINE CLASS

Sign up for the Maywood Totepack online class and get the PDF pattern for free!

Learn to make your Maywood with Ellie, the pattern's designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The online class is great for visual learners and those who could use an extra boost of confidence.

LEARN MORE

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    02/06/2023
    RB
    Roberta B.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Maywood pattern

    Very clear, easy to follow

    05/19/2022
    HG
    Henrico G.
    South Africa South Africa
    I recommend this product

    Maywood

    I purchased the Maywood alongside the Naito patterns only on my first buy with the Slabtown video tutorial to get the maximum from my first buyer discount cause my currency exchange rate is 16 to one Dollar. Made financial the Mistake not to take the Video tutorial for Maywood and Naito. If you a novice like me take the video option (Class). Everything is so detailed and the documentation is flawless. I hope Klum house can give me a price on video only for this product cause i have purchase the patterns already.

    04/12/2022
    PW
    Pamela W.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    MAYWOOD TOTE PACK PATTERN

    I have not made the bag; however, I read the pattern in detail. The step by step instructions from the details of the component required to make this bag is fabulous. The instruction booklet is complete in every detail; I will notify you when the first bag is completed! Great instructions! ! !

    12/25/2021
    JR
    Jean R.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Maywood

    I just opened this, as it is a Christmas present! Everything looks lovely - I look forward to watching the lessons. I bought the paper pattern, also. I have a older Bernina 1090 (steel body) machine, as well as a Janome 9400 and a Viking Epic I. It’s all about the needles and sewing a bit slower! I am confident my girls can tackle this project!

    07/25/2021
    JS
    Jessica S.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Perfect urban woman’s backpack

    I made this for my mother’s birthday. She was beyond pleased!

    Klum House Maywood - Pattern Review
    07/26/2021

    Klum House

    Thanks for sharing, Jessica! Turned out great!

    05/14/2021
    CL
    Catherine L.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Great bag

    This back is awesome made for 16 year old granddaughter who tie dyed white denim it looks amazing. Everyone wants to know where she got it. She tells them it’s a one of a kind original. Lol

    05/14/2021

    Klum House

    YES! So glad to hear that, Catherine! Tie dyed white denim sounds amazing. I want to give that a try :)

    03/04/2021
    CH
    Corinne H.
    US US

    Well laid out pattern. Easy

    Well laid out pattern. Easy to cut out

    01/25/2021
    CR
    Carolyn R.
    US US

    Easy print

    Simple cut, preped and ready to sew!

    01/24/2021
    AJ
    Angelia J.
    US US

    Love her patterns

    The quality of the patterns are very well made. I will be making it this week. I also purchased the video, I need to have a video as I am a visual learner and appreciate that Klum House Ellie thinks to have them available with her patterns.This is why I own almost every pattern they have! I will continue to buy them as long as she continues to make pattern plus video. Thank you again for such wonderful patterns and videos. I can't wait till covid is over so I can go to an in person workshop. Thank you

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