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    Home » Sewing

    Dad’s Travel Bag Sewing Pattern

    Updated: Jan 11, 2021 by Melissa Mortenson · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 13 Comments

    Create a fun Travel Bag for Dad with this Canvas and Leather Dopp Kit Sewing Tutorial.

    Dad's Travel Bag, a free tutorial on polkadotchair.com

    BERNINA asked that my next project for WeAllSew.com be something for Dad for Father’s Day.  At first, I was a little nervous at the thought of coming up with something to sew for a guy. After I thought about it for a little bit, I decided it would be a fun challenge to come up with a DIY project for Father’s Day. I know that I don’t sew for my husband enough. I thought this might be a fun change.

    Canvas Dopp Kit Sewing Pattern:

    Dad's Travel Bag, a free tutorial on polkadotchair.com

    I designed this box zip pouch to be roomy enough for Dad to fit some essentials and still fit in his suitcase when he travels. Personally when I pack I love to fill up my larger suitcase with smaller containers to help control the clutter. It seems to me having items in separate compartments helps you to keep your stuff organized as you travel.

    Dad's Travel Bag, a free tutorial on polkadotchair.com

    This travel bag has just a touch of leather to give it a professional finish. The leather is from my local leather store and is meant to be used to make belts. It’s the absolute thinnest leather that they sell for belts.

    Don’t buy the standard thickness leather for belts, it will not go through your machine. This leather is about ½ as thick as normal and I didn’t have any problems with the thinner material.

    Dad's Travel Bag, a free tutorial on polkadotchair.com

    To make the travel bag fun, I lined it with a little bit of Fox fabric, I thought it would be a nice little surprise when you open the bag.

    Dad's Travel Bag, a free tutorial on polkadotchair.com

    Where to Find the Travel Bag Pattern:

    Stop by BERNINA’s  WeAllSew.com blog to get the free sewing pattern! I’ve included lots of tips and tricks for you, including how to sew with the leather!

    If you enjoyed this project, you may also enjoy the projects in my book. “Project Teen: Handmade Gifts your Teen will Actually Love”

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    Melissa Mortenson

    Melissa Mortenson is a blogger, designer, and content creator. She is the Polka Dot Chair blog founder and has been sharing fresh and creative ideas with readers since 2008. She is the author of “Project Teen, Handmade Gifts your Teen will Actually Love.” Her work and designs have been featured on HuffPost, TODAY, Pioneer Woman, HGTV, BuzzFeed, Better Homes & Gardens, and many other established publications. Her first fabric line, “Derby Style,” debuted in January 2015 through Riley Blake Designs.  Additional fabric collections have followed it in subsequent years. A mom of 3, she considers herself lucky to be living in Kentucky.

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    1. erin says

      May 29, 2014 at 10:19 am

      what a great idea! and i want to pick your brain about leather at some point…

      Reply
    2. Teje says

      November 08, 2014 at 2:15 am

      Hi! This is fantastic bag! I love your Fabrics and the stylish, natural look! x Teje

      Reply
    3. Cindy Pilkington says

      April 21, 2015 at 1:32 pm

      What are the finished dimensions of this bag? It’s really adorable! Thanks, Cindy

      Reply
      • Melissa Mortenson says

        April 25, 2015 at 10:14 am

        I don’t know and I’m having a hard time finding it. If I do I’ll update the instructions.

        Reply
    4. Leslie says

      February 03, 2016 at 2:19 pm

      I can’t find it on We all sew.

      Reply
      • Leslie says

        February 03, 2016 at 2:32 pm

        found it. had to search through past posts.

        Reply
        • maureen says

          May 13, 2016 at 6:47 pm

          I can’t find it 🙁
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    5. Nissa says

      December 01, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      Hi there, when I followed the link in this article, I couldn’t find the online instructions for this. any hints?

      Reply
      • Melissa Mortenson says

        December 06, 2016 at 3:39 pm

        http://weallsew.com/how-to-make-a-zippered-travel-pouch-for-dad/

        Reply

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