COLTON Leather Backpack Paper Pattern - Tandy Leather

FULL-SIZE PATTERN - DIY ROLL-TOP BACKPACK

Make your own Colton leather backpack with this full-size pattern and assembly instructions. This timeless roll-top backpack is ideal for everyday use and all your getaways. The roll-top closure is secured with a buckle.

Level: intermediate. This bag is sewn by hand. Feel free to consult our guide on saddle stitching.

All instructions are translated into French, English and Spanish. Measurements are given in centimeters and inches.

Final backpack dimensions: 43 x 35 x 11 cm (17 x 14 x 4.5 in)

List of necessary materials (not included):
- One semi-soft, semi-firm leather - Thickness 2 to 2.4 mm - Surface area 1 m²
- One semi-soft, semi-firm leather - Thickness 3.2 to 3.6 mm - Surface area 0.5 m²
- 4 D-rings - Width 25 mm
- 1 double buckle - Width 25 mm
- Felt (or other padding material for the straps) - 2 pieces of 35 x 5 cm

List of tools needed for assembly (not included):
- Scissors or 1 utility knife and 1 ruler
- 2 round-tipped needles
- Waxed thread
- 1 awl
- 1 stitching clam
- Stitching chisels
- 1 skiving knife
- 1 round punch (diameter to be chosen according to the buckle's tongue)
- 1 compass or 1 groover
- 1 mallet
- 1 thread cutter
- 1 silver pen
- Sewing clips
- Adhesive tape
- Optional: Edge finishing

Item reference: 56400-00
Designed in the USA by Tandy Leather