Baby Bestie Bag (Expansion Pack) - PDF Download
Say hello to the Baby Bestie Bag Expansion Pack! Designed to pair with our Bestie Bag, this little cutie is the perfect addition to complete your Bestie collection. The kid sister to our favourite banana-shaped carry-all companion, this bag will take you from everyday errands to life's tiniest adventures!
For those quick adventures where you only need your keys, phone, wallet, and a reusable bag, the Baby Bestie is your best bet. You can wear it cross-body or as a shoulder bag with a sturdy webbing or fabric strap, with or without hardware. Equipped with a zip enclosure to keep everything safe, your cute new mini sidekick awaits!
*Please note that this is not a standalone pattern and does not come with complete instructions. You will need to purchase the original Bestie Bag pattern to complete this project.
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner
Please note that this listing is for a digital PDF pattern.
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PATTERN INFORMATION
Expansion pack PDF pattern includes:
A0 copy shop file, A4/Letter print-at-home files, and expansion booklet (refer to Bestie Bag for full instructions).
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FABRIC REQUIREMENTS
| 45" (114cm) | 45" (114cm) | 60" (152cm) | 60" (152cm) | |
| Yards | Meters | Yards | Meters | |
| Baby (View E) Main - Self Strap | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Baby (View E) Main - Webbed Strap | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Baby (View E) Lining (Optional) | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Baby (View E) Interfacing (Optional) | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Strap Webbing (Optional) | 1.5 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.4 |
RECOMMENDED FABRICS
Like most of us, your Bestie functions best with some structure in its life. When selecting your fabric, medium to heavyweight wovens are the way to go! Our top picks are: denim, canvas, twill, heavyweight nylon, ripstop, leather, and vinyl. Though strong on the outside, your Bestie can be soft at heart: lightweight wovens such as poplin, lawn, batiste, and quilting weight cotton will work perfectly for an optional lining.
Check out our top Bestie Bag fabric recommendations here!
NOTIONS LIST
1 x 9" (23 cm) #5 closed end zipper
Webbing, 1.5" (38mm) wide 1.5 yards / 1.4 meters (optional)
1 x 1.5" (38mm) bag strap slider (optional, for adjustable strap)
Thread
1.9 yards /1.8 meters x 1/2" (1.3cm) double fold bias tape (optional for unlined bag)
Interfacing (optional)
Birdie Tip: To achieve the structured look of our product samples, be sure to use a hefty interfacing.
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT LIST
Heavy Pins or Wonderclips
Universal Needles, 90/14 or Larger
Zipper Foot
If sewing leather or vinyl: leather needles, a Teflon foot, or walking foot.
Check out our Baby Bestie Bag Hardware Kits here to snag everything you need or head to our Bestie Bag Supplies here to pick out individual supplies!
FINISHED GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
| A - Bag Width | 9.5" / 24cm |
| B - Bag Height (From bottom to zipper) | 5.5" / 14cm |
| C - Bottom Depth | 3⅝" / 9cm |
| D - Strap Length | 32-42" / 81cm - 106.5cm |
| E - Strap Width | 1.5" / 38mm |
The strap length has been drafted to fit the sizes below:
The smallest strap should fit chest sizes of 32”-39” (81cm-99cm).
The medium strap should fit chest sizes of 37”-48” (94cm- 122cm).
The large strap should fit chest sizes of 46”-60” (117cm-153cm).
As strap length can depend on personal preference, we recommend cutting longer straps so you can test and adjust the length prior to completing your bag.
Pink Bag:
View E (Baby), Lined, with Option 1 (Webbing Strap).
Sewn up in our Crisp Cotton Chino Twill in Carnation.
Dark Blue Denim Bag:
View E (Baby), Lined, With Option 1 (Webbing Strap).
Sewn up in our 11.5oz Soft Non-Stretch Denim in 70's Indigo.
Blue & White Check Bag:
View C (Large), Lined, with Option 3 (Self Strap).
Sewn up in our Checkerboard Printed Cotton Twill in Baby Blue & Ivory.
Black Faux Leather Bag:
View A (Medium), Lined, with option 1 (Webbing Strap).
Sewn up using our Bestie Bag Bundle in Old School.
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