Backpacks + Duffles
Weekender Carryall Duffle
The boxy shape of a classic duffle provides plenty of “real estate” for a dramatic fabric choice as well as for professional finishes; like piping, decorative layering, and unique zipper choices. We check all the boxes with this bold bag.
Multi Pocket Quilted Barrel Bag
For this stand-out-from-the-crowd barrel bag, try a lightweight canvas in a bold, colorful print. Clip on the adjustable strap and shorten to wear over the shoulder – extend to wear crossbody. Or, unclip and use the double handles.
Boho Style Patchwork Duffle
Color coming your way! Our dramatic duffle has a soft, round shape and an easy going, shoulder sling style. Boho patchwork and ribbons adorn the outside, and we haven’t forgotten to add plenty of handy pockets on the inside.
Convertible Urban Day Pack
This cool carryall can be worn as a backpack, crossbody, or carried by hand. Study canvas combines with bright sport nylon plus faux leather for the base, tough webbing straps, and stretchy mesh. Don’t worry; the zippers are easy.
Favorite Overnight Duffle
Size, style, features, and functionality all come together in this popular, mid-size duffle. It features precision Janome sewing techniques, bold fabric, pretty piping, and dramatic decorative stitching on the straps.
Cinch Top Bucket Duffle
We give you all the tricks to get the perfect shape and structure for this trendy bucket bag, including interfacing specs, a grommet template, even a circular base pattern. Soft upholstery fabric is perfect for the exterior.
The Walkabout Corduroy Backpack
From the wraparound zipper to the adjustable shoulder straps to the six handy pockets, there are so many great features on this backpack! Our signature step-by-step instructions and photos take you through each section in detail.
Roomy Canvas Weekender Duffle
This super-roomy duffle fills up to the brim then cinches down into a compact, easy-to-carry box shape. We added both dual handles and an adjustable shoulder strap. The style reminds us of a vintage college sports duffle.
Compact Quilted Duffle
This smaller size duffle (8½” x 15″ x 6”) is great for kids or anyone who wants a space-saving, on-the-go option. We created a soft, quilted exterior so the duffle can gently expand and mold to better fit its contents.
Fold Over Backpack
This dynamic fold over backpack is deep enough to hold everything you need and is super comfy to wear. It’s essentially a structured sack! Pick an eye-catching print and put your fussy cutting skills to work for a striking finish.
Backpack Diaper Bag
Little ones are so busy; it can seem like you need six arms to keep track of them and everything they need! Free up your hands with a diaper bag that can also be worn as a backpack. Find it now in our Etsy Shop.
Classic Safari Duffle
The combination of fabrics, colors, and textures is a little bit retro and a whole lot cool. This duffle looks super pro, but don’t let that scare you off; achieving a polished finish boils down to careful step-by-step instructions.
Feed Sack Big Bag
A versatile carryall with room to spare. We took inspiration from the heavy duty feed sack fabric of the early 1900s to create a look that’s nostalgically trendy and eye-catching but in a hardworking modern canvas substate.
Ribbon Wrapped Bucket Bag
Our tall drawcord duffle is the perfect project to showcase a merry-go-round of colorful ribbons against a solid canvas. A ring of metal grommets allows the top of the bag to cinch closed with its own matching drawcord and slider.
The Rocky Mountain Satchel
Our five-star satchel’s features are top notch: precise fussy cutting and pattern matching, an inset zipper, bias cut handles plus a detachable strap. You get S4H’s signature step-by-step instructions with over 70 photos to guide you.
Compact Barrel Tote
Our designer tote uses beautiful Renaissance Ribbons to their best advantage: as focal point embellishments against a solid fabric. We include detailed instructions and lots of helpful photos to walk you through every step.
Sporty Summer Sling Bag
A single broad strap at the back makes this bag easy to sling over your shoulder and very comfortable to carry. There’s a drawcord top plus two exterior zippered pockets, so you’ll have plenty of room for all your summer supplies.
Beach Duffle Backpack
It’s a duffle and backpack in one! The drawcord top looks great and makes it fast and easy to load and unload. Then, slip it on as a backpack for hands-free strolling to the beach – or wherever the day takes you. The main fabric is quilting cotton!
The Perfect Damask Duffle
A roomy duffle is the perfect solution for a quick trip. But must it be an athletic style bag with a giant logo on the side? No! Because you can make your own stylin’ duffle in the season’s most fashionable colors and prints.
Stylish Drawcord Backpack
We borrowed elements seen on boutique bags as well as street trends spotted on local school and college campuses. A top drawcord opening is covered by a flap, and the front pocket is fully lined with a secure zipper.
Lightweight Day Pack
Details add an upscale look to this slim backpack. We added all the classic carryall styling: from the padded adjustable straps to the fold-over flap with a magnetic clasp to the fully-finished front zippered pocket.
Mini Backpacks as Party Treat Bags
Birthday party treat bags are usually flimsy plastic things filled with candy and trinkets. Forget that! Instead, bestow these mini backpacks on your party guests. They are oh-so cute, actually useful, reusable, and fun to make!
Compact Geo Pop Duffle
3-D is great when watching the latest super hero movie, but flat is friendlier for sewing. We’ve cleverly adapted the construction of this compact round duffle to allow you to do the majority of the steps with flat pieces.
Sporty String Backpack
A lightweight, string style backpack is a perfect on-the-go carryall for outdoor activities. We used water-resistant nylon inside and out. You’ll love our easy technique for those cool vertical zippered pockets!
Tall Drawstring Laundry Bag
This heavy-duty, jumbo duffle is nearly three feet tall with a drawstring top that allows for easy stuffing. And, with its sturdy strap slung over-the-shoulder, it can be carried down to the laundry room – or home for mom to do!