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The Trendsetters Sling Bag Bundle

By Expert Designer:

A stylish journey into crossbody bag design inspired by the needs of those who love to travel, daytrip & shop.

Here are the 3 bags you'll get—all with helpful features to keep you organized on the go with your own unique aesthetic & personality.

1. Retro Style Sling Bag—with video tutorial

Inspired by the classic boxy sling bags seen in today’s top designer stores, this retro-style crossbody delivers both function and fashion in one sleek package. Roomy, versatile, and packed with pockets, it’s the ultimate hands-free companion for shopping, cycling, commuting, or travel. With options to customize the closure and wear it left- or right-handed, it’s as adaptable as it is on-trend.

What you'll love:

✅ Classic 'retro' boxy shape with a roomy interior

✅ Wear it crossbody (front or back) or over the shoulder

✅ 3 external pockets—2 zippered & 1 snap or hook-closure

✅ Hidden back zipper pocket for valuables

✅ Inner slip pocket sized for tablets & notebooks

✅ Adjustable strap with padded section for comfort

✅ Strap can be attached left or right—perfect for lefties & righties

✅ D ring & loop lets you hand your bag when not in use

✅ Unisex style makes a great gift for anyone

✅ Fully lined with internal bound seams for structure & durability

Approximate finished dimensions:

• Length: 7"
• Height: 14"
• Depth: 3"
• The adjustable strap length is 34" - 52"

Instructions & PDFs:

• Clear, step-by-step illustrated instructions
• 25 pages of full-color photos & directions
• Full-scale printable templates (print at home or copy shop A0)
• Pattern includes a full materials list & hardware guide
• Bonus: Video tutorial by Jess from OklaRoots included

2. Traveler Sling Unisex Crossbody Bag

Designed for both righties and lefties, this flat crossbody sling is made for movement. Whether you're cycling, commuting, or shopping hands-free, this sleek and secure bag keeps your essentials close—without the bulk. With a tailored phone pocket, two zippered compartments, and a versatile strap setup, it’s the perfect everyday grab-and-go bag for all genders, ages, and styles.

What you'll love:

✅ Includes both RIGHT & LEFT-handed versions

✅ Can be worn across the front, back, or shoulder

✅ Flat, low-profile design—fits under a jacket for added security

✅ Tailored phone pocket fits most modern phones

✅ Secure zippered main compartment + front zipper pocket

✅ Adjustable strap with swivel hook & dual D-rings

✅ Works with webbing, fabric, or clip-on straps

✅ Great unisex gift for any age or style

Approximate finished dimensions:

• Height: 12.75" (32.5 cm) at highest point
• Width: 9 (23 cm) at widest point
  

Instructions & PDFs:

• 2 fully illustrated instruction booklets (Right & Left versions)

• 21 pages each of step-by-step photo tutorials

• Full-size, professionally drawn templates for both versions

• All measurements in inches

   

   

3. Mini Traveler Crossbody Pouch—With Video

Meet Your Designer

Founded with a passion for creativity & craftsmanship, Kandou Patterns is an internationally recognized brand thanks to the dynamic duo of creative pattern designer Caroline along with the technical drawings by architect Richard.

Together, they bring a very unique skill set to the world of bag making. It's Kandou Patterns' secret sauce to innovative bags that expertly bring together functionality with style. Caroline creates trendy & timeless bags while Richard uses his technical knowledge to translate her creative visions into detailed, accurate & user-friendly templates that customers all across the world love for how easy they are to follow & how great the end bag always looks!

Where to get the Trendsetters Sling Bag Bundle:

Sew Modern Bags is your online sewing marketplace for bag patterns

Sew Modern Bags is a platform that brings together sewing enthusiasts (that's you!) with experienced pattern designers (like Kandou Patterns)—so you can sew bags you love!

Important Information:

This bundle is only availble on this page as a special offer for a limited time. That means you won't find it anywhere else, not even the Sew Modern Bags marketplace.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get my patterns?
As soon as you make your purchase you'll be send a download link to your email for instant access.

Can I return this?
As this is a digital product, Sew Modern Bags offers a 7 day return for duplicate purchases only.

What skill level are these patterns?
These patterns are best suited for those with an intermediate skill level. All patterns come with very clear instructions that are user-friendly & easy to follow.

Are these patterns made by Kandou Patterns or Sew Modern Bags?

This special internet offer is a limited time collaboration between the designer Kandou Patterns & the Sew Modern Bags platform—which means you're buying patterns made by Kandou Patterns from the Sew Modern Bags platform.

Is this a paper sewing pattern?
No, this is digital download PDF file, not a paper sewing pattern which you can download immediately after checking out & get sewing right away!