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Make the Yodomo Slouch Bag

Create your own beautifully roomy, everyday Slouch Bag with Yodomo’s beginner-friendly sewing pattern. Designed to be stylish, functional and fully customisable, this pattern is perfect for confident beginners and experienced sewists looking for a quick, satisfying make.

With clean lines, a soft drape and an adjustable strap, the Slouch Bag is ideal for everyday use — from market trips to library runs, gym sessions or studio days. Its simple construction makes it a brilliant project for using up remnant fabrics, upholstery offcuts or reclaimed textiles.

Download Your Pattern

⬇ Download the Slouch Bag Pattern (PDF)

Finished Bag Size

  • Height: approx. 52cm
  • Width: approx. 61cm
  • Strap width: 7cm (adjustable)

What You'll Need

  • 1.5m x 65cm of fabric (canvas, heavy cotton, upholstery fabric)
  • Thread (matching or contrast)
  • Sewing machine, scissors, iron, chalk, ruler, pins/clips
  • Optional: button, metal ring, D-ring or charm

Why You'll Love This Make

  • Fast and beginner-friendly
  • No paper pattern needed — cut directly from measurements
  • Adjustable strap for a personalised fit
  • Endlessly customisable (lining, pockets, two-tone fabrics)
  • Perfect for upcycling or using remnant textiles

Shop Recommended Fabrics

Come along to our Textile Reuse Sales to source great quality fabrics for this project. These events are the best place to find unique textiles, remnants and deadstock suitable for bag-making.

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