The Costermonger is the essential market tote designed as a backpack. Fill it up with wholesome goodies, leaving your hands free to tickle your dog. This is a simple satisfying sew that uses little fabric so ideal for using up some of your stash or making as a present. The instructions show you how to make it with leather or webbing.

This is a PDF pattern. All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern.

Skill level; Beginner

Fabric Requirements: (this is an unlined bag)

80 – 98cm wide – 0.95M

98 – 150cm wide 0.70M

Suggested Fabrics:

Oilskin, Dry Oilskin, Mid-Heavy weight Cotton Canvas or Drill, Mid weight Denim (8-14oz)

All hardware, leather and fabric suggestions can be found by clicking on the ‘suitable fabrics’ tab.

Finished measurements length 45cm, width 40cm.