🎒 Belt Bag Sewing Pattern & Tutorial

Hands-free and stylish — meet the Belt Bag by Pear Patterns. Wear it as a waist bag or crossbody sling thanks to the fully adjustable strap. Sleek lines, a roomy zip pouch, and durable finishes make this a go-anywhere essential for travel, markets, dog walks, and school runs.

✨ Features

Streamlined zip-top pouch with clean, professional finish
Adjustable strap for waist or crossbody wear (quick-release buckle)
Fully lined with soft structure from fusible fleece
Interior seams neatly enclosed with binding
Step-by-step photo tutorial + full-scale templates

🧵 Skill Level

Intermediate — Great for confident sewists comfortable with zippers, curved seams, and hardware. The tutorial walks you through each step for a polished result.

📏 Finished Dimensions

Bag: 9in × 4.5in × 2in (23cm × 11cm × 5cm)
Adjustable Strap: 28.5in – 49.5in (73cm – 126cm)

📂 What’s Included

Full instruction booklet with step-by-step photos
Professionally drafted pattern pieces
Print-at-home files (US Letter & A4) + A0 copy-shop
Imperial & metric measurements throughout

🪡 Materials & Supplies
Recommended Fabrics

Main (Exterior): Twill, duck cloth, corduroy, vinyl, or lightweight leather/pleather
(If using vinyl/leather, omit interfacing on exterior pieces)
Lining: Quilting cotton (e.g., Kona, Pima)
Stabilizers: Medium-weight fusible interfacing + fusible fleece

Material	Imperial	Metric
Main Fabric (44" / 112 cm)	⅓ yd	30.5 cm
Lining (44" / 112 cm)	⅓ yd	30.5 cm
Medium Fusible Interfacing (44" / 112 cm)	⅓ yd	30.5 cm
Fusible Fleece (45" / 114 cm)	¼ yd	23 cm

Notions & Hardware
For Pouch

#5 zipper, 14" / 36cm
or zipper tape/coil cut to 16" / 38cm with 1 pull tab

For Strap (1" / 25mm hardware)

Quick-release buckle (1 set)
Belt slider (1)
Belt webbing 1.5 yds / 137cm
Metal swivel clip (1 × 25mm)
Optional: key-fob strap piece

Tools & Equipment
Sewing machine (size 16–18 needle for heavier fabrics), iron, clips/pins, fabric shears & snips, marking tools, and fabric tape (helpful for installing zippers).

🧷 Construction Notes

Seam allowance: ½" (12mm) unless otherwise noted
Transfer all pattern markings before assembly
Mind fabric direction for prints
Interior seams are bound for a durable, clean finish

🖨️ Printing

Print at Actual Size / 100% Scale
Assemble using the margin markers
Includes ½" (13mm) overlap for easy taping

💧 Product Care
For a washable bag, choose washable materials and pre-wash before cutting.
Spot clean vinyl, leather, or waxed canvas.

💻 Digital Download
This is a PDF sewing pattern — no physical item will be shipped.
Files are available for instant download after checkout.

❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Modern, minimal, and ultra-practical — the Belt Bag keeps essentials close without weighing you down. Customize with bold prints, textured solids, or durable vinyl for a truly you-made accessory.

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