Logan Briefcase Bag PDF Pattern & Instructional Video
PDF pattern and instructional video for making the Logan briefcase bag which is a sturdy bag featuring an inside sleeve for a 17" laptop, inside pocket, and an adjustable shoulder strap. It closes with tuck lock clasps and has a timeless classic vibe.
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO
SIZE (all measurements are taken inside the bag)
BAG
TALL: 11 1/2 inch (29 cm)
WIDE: 15 3/4 inch (40 cm)
DEEP: 3 1/2 inch (9 cm)
INSIDE SLEEVE
TALL: 10 inch (25 cm)
WIDE: 15 3/4 inch (40 cm)
DEEP: 1 1/4 inch (3 cm)
INSIDE POCKET
TALL: 10 inch (25 cm)
WIDE: 6 11/16" (17 cm)
Shoulder strap (longest strap): 45" (115 cm)
MATERIALS
- BODY: 13 sqf (1.2 sqm) 4.5-5.5 oz (1.8-2.2 mm) rigid leather with differentiated lining of pigskin and Texon as presented in this video and on the pattern. Largest piece is 19/11" (48/28 cm)
- INSIDE SLEEVE: pigskin or thin leather lined partially with Texon as presented in the video and on the pattern (15 3/4/10" or 40/25 cm)
- INSIDE POCKET: the same leather as the body - 10/6 11/16" (25/17 cm)
- LINING: Texon, 1.5-2 oz (0.6-0.8 mm) pigskin, 6-7 oz (2.4-2.8 mm) rigid leather
- CONTRAST LEATHER AND SHOULDER STRAP: the same leather as the body lined with a thicker leather. Longest piece is 45" (115 cm).
- 1 mm waxed polyester thread
- leather glue
- edge dye
HARDWARE
- 2 x tuck lock clasps (or other closing system)
- 4 x 3/4" (20 mm) D rings
- 1 x 1 3/16" (30 mm) buckle
- 2 x 1 3/16" (30 mm) swivel hooks
TOOLS
- cutter
- needles
- 1.5 mm hole punch
- cutting mat
- mallet
INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS ABOUT HOW TO LINE:
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PRINTING
Print at home on A4, Legal or Letter paper — see our Download & Print guide.
LICENSE
Personal & small-business use: feel free to make and sell items made with this pattern. Credit to Vasile and Pavel is appreciated.
© Vasile and Pavel. All rights reserved.
