
Irene Crossbody
The Irene Crossbody is perfect for everyday use & makes a fantastic travel companion with its compact sizing. You will be able to keep all of your essentials easily accessible with the extra-long zipper and wide-open view of the interior. The Irene comes with multiple options for the front & back pockets, as well as options for the strap and interior storage. Snap and zip closures on all exterior pockets keep your items safe while still quick to find. Mix and match to get exactly what you need!
In this pattern, you will learn how to create accordion gussets, make a card slot lining, create five different pocket views, and use varying hardware for different looks. The interior has both a clean finish for the front opening and also utilizes minimal bias tape for structure on the back of the bag. This is a great pattern to use up fabric scraps with its modest footprint. You can also play around with fabric placement for a look that is all your own.
Finished Size:
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Finished Dimensions: 5”W x 8”H x 2”D
- Finished Dimensions Expanded: 5”W x 8”H x 6”D
- Adjustable Strap Drop: ~13-27”
Difficulty:
Advanced Beginner; You will be sewing a zipper, attaching bias tape, and creating a clean finish on compact curves
Paper Pattern Includes:
- Full color instruction booklet - 5 1/2" x 8"
- Full size templates ready to cut
Materials
You may sell your handmade bags in small quantities and Love You Sew must be credited for the bag design. This pattern is not for mass production. You may NOT redistribute this pattern in any way and/or claim it as your own.

Irene Crossbody
The Irene Crossbody is perfect for everyday use & makes a fantastic travel companion with its compact sizing. You will be able to keep all of your essentials easily accessible with the extra-long zipper and wide-open view of the interior. The Irene comes with multiple options for the front & back pockets, as well as options for the strap and interior storage. Snap and zip closures on all exterior pockets keep your items safe while still quick to find. Mix and match to get exactly what you need!
In this pattern, you will learn how to create accordion gussets, make a card slot lining, create five different pocket views, and use varying hardware for different looks. The interior has both a clean finish for the front opening and also utilizes minimal bias tape for structure on the back of the bag. This is a great pattern to use up fabric scraps with its modest footprint. You can also play around with fabric placement for a look that is all your own.
Finished Size:
-
Finished Dimensions: 5”W x 8”H x 2”D
- Finished Dimensions Expanded: 5”W x 8”H x 6”D
- Adjustable Strap Drop: ~13-27”
Difficulty:
Advanced Beginner; You will be sewing a zipper, attaching bias tape, and creating a clean finish on compact curves
Paper Pattern Includes:
- Full color instruction booklet - 5 1/2" x 8"
- Full size templates ready to cut
Materials
You may sell your handmade bags in small quantities and Love You Sew must be credited for the bag design. This pattern is not for mass production. You may NOT redistribute this pattern in any way and/or claim it as your own.
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OUR INTERFACING?
Support and stabilize your fabric with our Emmaline brand fusible woven cotton interfacing.
We have 3 weights of all purpose, woven, fusible, interfacing suitable for a range of weights of cotton, wool, faux leather, or knit fabric. These work very well to stiffen and add structure to exterior/interior bag outers & linings, pockets, or garments.