Vivian Handbag Leather Pattern. PDF & DXF Leathercraft Pattern
Build your own distinctive leather handbag with the Vivian Handbag Leather Pattern, a complete digital leathercraft pattern designed for hand cutting or laser cutting.
This downloadable pattern includes printable PDF files in A0, A4 and US Letter, a DXF file for laser cutting and a complete step-by-step video tutorial showing the construction process from beginning to end.
The finished Vivian measures approximately 9.4 in tall × 10.2–17 in wide × 4.5 in deep / 24 × 26–43 × 11.5 cm. Its wide sculptural silhouette, structured leather body, fully leather-lined interior, rounded cord-supported handles and contrasting leather details create a handbag with a distinctive contemporary shape.
Inside, Vivian includes a separate leather sleeve measuring approximately 7.1 × 9.3 in / 18 × 23.5 cm, providing organized storage for flatter or frequently used everyday items.
Vivian is designed primarily around 4 oz / approximately 1.6 mm leather for the exterior body, lined with approximately 2.5 oz / 1 mm leather. The handles are constructed around 0.2 in / 5 mm cord, creating the rounded tubular shape that becomes one of the main visual features of the bag.
Use contrasting colors like the dark green and red combination shown in the photographs, choose natural leather tones, or build the handbag in a quieter monochrome palette. Vivian is ideal for makers searching for a leather handbag pattern, PDF leather purse pattern, lined leather bag pattern, leathercraft handbag template or DXF laser cutting pattern.
DIGITAL PATTERN — NO PHYSICAL HANDBAG IS SHIPPED.
Included
- PDF pattern files for A0, A4 and US Letter
- DXF file for laser cutting
- Complete step-by-step video tutorial
- Finished dimensions and material specifications
- Hardware and tool requirements
Use the printable PDF files for a traditional hand-cut build, or use the DXF file with a compatible laser-cutting workflow.
Video Instructions
A complete step-by-step video tutorial accompanies the Vivian Handbag pattern, allowing you to follow the construction process alongside the pattern pieces.
The video takes you through the build from preparing the leather components to assembling the lining, interior sleeve, cord-supported handles, magnetic closure and final handbag.
Subtitles are available in all languages supported by YouTube.
To select your language, click CC, then Settings → Subtitles → Auto-translate, and choose the language you want.
Finished Size
Height: 9.4 in / 24 cm
Width: 10.2–17 in / 26–43 cm
Depth: 4.5 in / 11.5 cm
Handle drop: 6.7–8.7 in / 17–22 cm
Inner Sleeve
Height: 7.1 in / 18 cm
Width: 9.3 in / 23.5 cm
Vivian combines a relatively compact lower body with a much wider upper silhouette, creating useful interior capacity while maintaining its distinctive sculptural proportions.
Everyday Carry Capacity
Based on the finished dimensions of approximately 9.4 × 10.2–17 × 4.5 in / 24 × 26–43 × 11.5 cm, Vivian provides practical space for everyday personal items.
The generous main compartment can accommodate items such as:
- Smartphone
- Wallet
- Keys
- Sunglasses
- Small notebook
- Small tablet
- Charging accessories
- Earbuds or headphones
- Small personal accessories
The separate inner sleeve measures approximately 7.1 × 9.3 in / 18 × 23.5 cm and provides a useful place for flatter or frequently accessed items.
Always compare the actual dimensions of a tablet, device or other specific item with the finished bag and sleeve measurements before building the handbag for that purpose.
Please remember that the dimensions listed above are finished measurements, so usable interior space will be slightly smaller.
Recommended Materials
Main Body
- 4 oz / approximately 1.6 mm leather for the exterior body
- 2.5 oz / approximately 1 mm leather for the lining
- Approximately 7 sq ft / 0.6 m² of leather
The photographed Vivian uses dark green leather for the exterior and contrasting red leather for the lining and selected details.
The full leather lining gives the interior a finished appearance while also allowing you to experiment with contrasting color combinations.
Handles
- 4 oz / approximately 1.6 mm leather
- 2 × 1 meter / approximately 39.4 in cord
- Cord diameter: 0.2 in / 5 mm
The cord forms the core of the rounded handle construction and is wrapped with leather to create Vivian's distinctive tubular handles.
Contrasting Handle Details
- 5.5 oz / approximately 2.2 mm leather
The heavier leather is used for the contrasting handle details and reinforcement pieces.
Construction Supplies
- 1 mm waxed thread
- Edge dye
- Leather glue
Leather type, color, thread color and edge treatment are entirely up to you.
Hardware
You will need:
- 2 × neodymium magnets
- 2 × 1 meter / approximately 39.4 in cord
- Cord diameter: 0.2 in / 5 mm
Vivian uses very little visible metal hardware.
The concealed neodymium magnets keep the closure visually clean, while the leather-covered cord construction becomes an important structural and decorative element of the handbag.
Tools
Basic leatherworking tools are all that is required:
- Cutter or leather knife
- Hand-stitching needles
- 1/16 in / 1.5 mm hole punch
- Cutting mat
- Mallet
Your usual edge-finishing, marking, punching and leatherworking tools may also be used according to your preferred construction method.
Skill Level
Best suited to intermediate leatherworkers or confident makers with previous leather bag-making experience.
You should be comfortable with:
- Cutting leather accurately
- Punching stitching holes
- Hand stitching
- Working with a full leather lining
- Gluing layered leather components
- Constructing leather-covered cord handles
- Installing neodymium magnets
- Building and attaching an interior sleeve
- Three-dimensional bag assembly
- Edge finishing
Vivian is a particularly satisfying project for leatherworkers who want to move beyond simple flat goods and work with lining, three-dimensional shaping, unusual handle construction and a more fashion-oriented handbag design.
Why You'll Like This Pattern
Distinctive Sculptural Silhouette
Vivian combines a structured lower body with a dramatically wider upper profile, giving the finished handbag a recognizable architectural shape.
At approximately 10.2 in / 26 cm wide at its more compact section and up to 17 in / 43 cm across its widest profile, the design changes visually depending on how the bag is carried and viewed.
Fully Leather-Lined Construction
The approximately 4 oz / 1.6 mm exterior leather is paired with approximately 2.5 oz / 1 mm leather lining.
This gives Vivian a finished leather interior and makes the pattern particularly suitable for bold contrasting color combinations.
Leather-Covered Cord Handles
One of Vivian's defining features is its unusual rounded handle construction.
A 5 mm / 0.2 in cord core runs inside the leather handle components, creating the tubular shape visible across the upper section of the handbag.
The handles become part of the visual structure of the bag rather than appearing as simple straps attached afterward.
Handle Drop
The finished handle drop is approximately 6.7–8.7 in / 17–22 cm.
The handle construction gives Vivian a comfortable hand and arm carry while preserving the proportions of the wide upper silhouette.
Interior Sleeve
Vivian includes a separate interior sleeve measuring approximately 7.1 × 9.3 in / 18 × 23.5 cm.
The sleeve provides organized storage for flatter items and helps keep frequently used belongings separate from the main compartment.
Concealed Magnetic Closure
Two neodymium magnets secure the flap without adding bulky visible hardware to the exterior.
This keeps the front clean and allows the silhouette, contrasting leather and stitching to remain the main visual features.
Contrasting Leather Details
Vivian is particularly well suited to contrasting leather combinations.
The photographed example combines a dark green exterior with a vivid red lining, red handle details and contrasting red stitching.
You can reproduce this combination, pair natural leather tones, use complementary colors or build the handbag entirely from matching leather.
Hand Cut or Laser Cut
Use the PDF files for a traditional hand-cut build or use the included DXF file with compatible laser-cutting equipment.
A0, A4 and US Letter Included
The printable files include A0, A4 and US Letter formats, making the pattern easier to print regardless of where you are located.
American makers can print the tiled version on standard 8.5 × 11 in US Letter paper without converting an A4 pattern.
Complete Video Tutorial Included
The Vivian pattern is accompanied by a complete step-by-step video tutorial.
Follow the construction visually alongside the pattern pieces, including the lined body, inner sleeve, handle assembly, magnetic closure and final construction.
YouTube subtitles and automatic translation make the tutorial accessible in multiple languages.
What You Are Purchasing
This listing is for a DIGITAL LEATHERCRAFT PATTERN.
You are not purchasing the finished Vivian Handbag shown in the photographs.
Leather, cord, magnets, tools, thread, glue and all other physical materials are not included.
The finished handbag shown in the photographs demonstrates the construction, proportions and appearance you can achieve using the pattern.
Because leather is a natural material, grain, texture, color and surface character vary from one hide to another, so every finished Vivian can have its own appearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a finished leather handbag?
No.
This is a digital leatherworking pattern used to make the Vivian Handbag shown in the photographs. No physical handbag is shipped.
What files are included?
You receive printable PDF pattern files in A0, A4 and US Letter, plus a DXF file for compatible laser-cutting workflows.
Do I need a laser cutter?
No.
The PDF files can be printed and used for traditional hand cutting. The DXF file is included for leatherworkers who prefer laser cutting.
Is there a video tutorial?
Yes.
A complete step-by-step video tutorial accompanies the Vivian pattern so you can follow the construction process alongside the pattern pieces.
The video covers the main stages of the build, including the body, leather lining, interior sleeve, handle construction, magnetic closure and final assembly.
YouTube subtitles can be automatically translated into the language of your choice using CC → Settings → Subtitles → Auto-translate.
What are the finished dimensions?
Approximately:
9.4 in tall × 10.2–17 in wide × 4.5 in deep
24 × 26–43 × 11.5 cm
Handle drop: 6.7–8.7 in / 17–22 cm
Why does the width range from 10.2 to 17 inches?
Vivian has a compact structured lower body and an extended upper silhouette.
The width therefore varies across the shape of the handbag, from approximately 10.2 in / 26 cm at its narrower section to approximately 17 in / 43 cm across its widest upper profile.
How large is the inner sleeve?
The interior sleeve measures approximately:
Height: 7.1 in / 18 cm
Width: 9.3 in / 23.5 cm
Does the bag have a leather lining?
Yes.
The main exterior body is designed to be lined with approximately 2.5 oz / 1 mm leather.
The photographed example uses a contrasting red leather interior against the dark green exterior.
What leather thickness should I use?
For the main exterior body, use approximately 4 oz / 1.6 mm leather.
For the lining, use approximately 2.5 oz / 1 mm leather.
The main handle construction uses approximately 4 oz / 1.6 mm leather.
The contrasting handle details use approximately 5.5 oz / 2.2 mm leather.
How much leather will I need?
Plan on approximately 7 sq ft / 0.6 m² of leather.
Actual consumption may vary according to hide shape, defects, cutting layout, leather direction and whether you make test pieces.
What is inside the handles?
Vivian uses 5 mm / 0.2 in diameter cord as the core of the rounded leather handles.
You will need two lengths of cord approximately 1 meter / 39.4 in each.
What hardware does the pattern use?
You will need:
- 2 × neodymium magnets
- 2 × 1 meter / 39.4 in lengths of 5 mm / 0.2 in cord
How does the handbag close?
The flap is secured using two concealed neodymium magnets.
This provides a clean closure without visible buckles or other bulky exterior hardware.
What size hole punch should I use?
A 1/16 in / 1.5 mm hole punch is recommended for the construction.
Is Vivian suitable for beginners?
A confident leatherworker with previous hand-stitching experience can make Vivian, but familiarity with three-dimensional bag construction will make the project easier.
The full leather lining, interior sleeve, tubular cord-supported handles and layered assembly make this a more involved project than a simple flat leather bag.
For most makers, we would classify Vivian as an intermediate leathercraft project.
Can I use different colors?
Absolutely.
The photographed Vivian uses a dark green exterior with red lining, details and stitching, but the pattern can be made in any leather and color combination you prefer.
Contrasting exterior and interior colors work especially well with this design, but a monochrome version can create a completely different appearance.
Can I resize the pattern?
The pattern is designed around the stated finished dimensions.
Scaling changes stitching-hole positions, lining dimensions, magnet locations, handle dimensions, cord relationships and the proportions between the different components of the handbag.
We recommend using the original size unless you are comfortable modifying leather patterns.
Can I make and sell finished handbags made from this pattern?
Please refer to the licensing and usage terms supplied with your pattern purchase for information regarding commercial use.
Build Your Vivian
Recreate the bold dark green and red version shown in the photographs, combine natural leather tones for a more understated handbag, or choose your own contrasting colors to completely change the character of the design.
Choose your leather, lining, thread, edge treatment and handle details and make Vivian entirely your own.
Follow the included step-by-step video tutorial alongside the PDF or DXF pattern as you work through the construction.
Download the pattern and start your next leathercraft project.
