19+ Duffle Bag Pattern Sewing

Creating a duffle bag for kids involves designing a pattern with smaller dimensions and ensuring that the construction is simple enough for young sewers. Here's a basic pattern for a kid-sized duffle bag:

Materials:

• 1 yard of sturdy fabric (canvas or a durable cotton)
• 1 yard of lining fabric (can be a lightweight cotton)
• 2 yards of nylon webbing or fabric for the straps
• Coordinating thread
• Scissors
• Pins
• Sewing machine

Duffle Bag Measurements:

1. Main Body (MB):
   • Cut two rectangles measuring 14 inches (width) by 18 inches (height).
2. Bottom Panel (BP):
   • Cut one rectangle measuring 14 inches (width) by 8 inches (height).
3. Zipper Tabs (ZT):
   • Cut two squares measuring 2 inches by 2 inches.
4. Straps (ST):
   • Cut two pieces of nylon webbing or fabric measuring 24 inches each.

Sewing Instructions:

1. Attach Zipper:
   • Place the zipper face down on the top edge of one Main Body piece (MB).
   • Lay the other Main Body piece on top, right sides facing.
   • Sew along the top edge, attaching the zipper.
2. Add Bottom Panel:
   • Align the Bottom Panel (BP) with the bottom edge of the Main Body piece with the zipper, right sides facing.
   • Sew along the bottom edge.
3. Create Zipper Tabs:
   • Fold each Zipper Tab (ZT) in half, right sides facing, and sew along the two open sides.
   • Turn the tabs right side out.
   • Attach one Zipper Tab to each end of the zipper, folding the tab over the seam and stitching it in place.
4. Construct Bag Body:
   • Open the zipper partially.
   • Fold the bag along the zipper, right sides facing, aligning the edges.
   • Sew the side seams.
5. Attach Straps:
   • Fold each end of the Straps (ST) under by 1 inch and stitch to secure.
   • Position the straps on the sides of the bag and sew in place.
6. Create Lining:
   • Repeat steps 1-4 using the lining fabric to create a lining for the bag.
7. Assemble the Duffle Bag:
   • Turn the outer bag right side out.
   • Slip the lining inside the outer bag, aligning the top edges.
   • Sew around the top edge, leaving a small opening for turning.
   • Turn the bag right side out through the opening.
   • Stitch the opening closed.
8. Finishing Touches:
   • Press the bag to ensure crisp seams.
   • Optionally, add any embellishments or decorations.

This kid-sized duffle bag pattern is suitable for beginners and can be customized with different fabrics and colors to suit a child's preferences.