The Rue Bag
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The Rue Bag – Sewing Pattern (PDF)
Meet your new everyday sidekick – The Rue Bag 🖤
A classic square silhouette softened by gentle curves, Rue is fully customisable and versatile enough to suit your style. Wear it crossbody, carry it as a handbag, or use it as a mini makeup bag. With two internal slip pockets, it’s practical as well as stylish – and perfect for scrap busting!
✂️ Pattern Details
Skill level: Intermediate
Finished size: 5.5” x 5.5” x 3” (14cm x 14cm x 7.5cm)
Styles included (6 options):
• Plain
• Split Front
• Lipstick Appliqué
• Cobweb Appliqué
• Stripe Pocket
• Bat Front & Back
(…or add your own appliqués for a unique look!)
🧵 Materials & Supplies
Outer fabric: Medium–heavy weight woven (vinyl, tweed, denim, upholstery fabric)
Lining fabric: Light–medium weight woven (cotton, waterproof canvas, satin)
Stabiliser: Decovil Light (or similar)
Hardware:
2 × 5/8” D-rings
2 x 3/4” swivel clips
#5 zipper tape
2 × #5 zipper pulls
Rivets
Binding or fold-over elastic
Optional - pre-made handbag strap or chain
Basic sewing tools
📖 What’s Included
A4 PDF pattern with illustrated step-by-step instructions
A link to the YouTube video tutorial
Printable pattern pieces in A4 format
Material requirements, tools list, style guide, cutting notes, planner, abbreviations, and handy tips
Pages of pattern tester inspiration to spark your creativity