Summary 

• Easy to read instructions, colour photographs, and pattern pieces
• Handles can be adjusted for length 
• It's very big
• YouTube tutorial available

Bag Features

The clue to this bag is in the name, it is big!!

Perfect for those who have a lot to carry, want a little night away, need to take various files into the office, or just like a good statement bag!

Not only is it a wonderful big size, it's minimal on hardware (one magnetic snap), uses webbing for the handles, and has a top zip closure!

Pattern Features

The Big Big Bag is classified as a beginner-level bag sewing pattern. It is written in UK English and has been thoroughly tested by a team of expert pattern testers

The Big Big Bag sewing pattern features comprehensive instructions, pattern pieces, and colour photographs.The paper pattern is an A5 booklet with printed pattern pieces. The downloadable PDF pattern features printable pattern pieces and a text only section to save on ink and paper costs.When you buy our PDF sewing patterns, they are immediately added to your online account. Access this through My Downloadable Products on your dashboard, or find out more about how to download and print PDF sewing patterns here: How to download and print your PDF sewing pattern.

You'll also find a full-length video tutorial on YouTube, so that you can sew your Big Big Bag step by step with Mrs H

Buy The Big Big Bag sewing pattern direct from Sewing Patterns by Mrs H today!

Pattern FAQs

What difficulty is this sewing pattern?

The Big Big Bag was designed for confident beginner-level bagmakers. However, if you get stuck, click here to visit our Facebook group for support: Facebook Support Group for Sewing Patterns by Mrs H.

How big is the finished bag?

The Big Big Bag has finished dimensions of 17" wide x 11" height x 8" depth (43cm x 28cm x 16.5cm)

What materials do I need?

• 3/4 yd (0.7m) Exterior (use quilting cotton for beginner level)
• 1/2 yd (0.4m) contrast
• 1 1/4 yd (1.2m) lining
• 1 yd (0.9m) foam stabiliser
• 1/2 yd (0.4m) decovil light
• 2 1/8 yd (2m) medium weight fusible interfacing 1yd (90cm) wide, narrower will need more.
• 1 x 14" separating zip
• 1 x 9" (23cm) #3 zip (cut continuous zip 11" (28cm))
• 1 x 18mm slim magnetic snaps
• 2 1/4 yd (2m) webbing 1 1/2" (3.8cm wide))

You will also need the following

• Double sided basting tape
• Zip foot & Walking foot
• Wonder clips
• Pressing cloth
• Pinking shears
• Duct Tape
• Chalk marker/erasable pen

What's the tag for social media?

#BigBigBagbyMrsH

Where can I find more inspiration?

You can see more variations of The Big Big Bag over on our Facebook group.

Is there a sew along for The Big Big Bag?

There is! Sew with Mrs H on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HTyDsAqDmeU

I've found a mistake!

Oh no! We're sorry to hear that. Please let us know by sending an email to mrsh@mrs-h.com so we can add it to our list to correct when the pattern is next updated.

I have a question not answered here

Send us an email to mrsh@mrs-h.com or pop over to the Sewing Patterns by Mrs H Facebook Support Group and we'll do our best to help!