Claim your right to roam with this fine rucksack on your back.
Make it in traditional British oilskin or a sturdy canvas.
Fully lined with 3 divided internal pockets.
The pattern includes a cross-body bag as an alternative.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Finished measurements: H 46.5cm, W 45cm
Suggested Fabrics:
Main: oilskin or a sturdy canvas
Lining: a simple cotton, or a duck canvas will give it more body and stability.
*See images for fabric yardage requirements.
Additional Supplies:
Rucksack
- 1.10m x Leather Strap 1.3cm (1/2″) handle and shoulder straps
- 1.00m x Leather Strap 1.8cm (3/4″) pocket straps
- 6 x Eyelets approx 1 – 1.20cm diameter
- 18 x Rivets approx 9mm
- 1.00m x Cord for drawstring
- 2 x Buckles 1.3cm (1/2″)
- 2 x Buckles 1.8cm (3/4″)
- 1 x Magnetic Clasp
Cross Body Bag
- 0.40m x Leather Strap 1.3cm (1/2″) handle
- 1m x Leather Strap 1.8cm (3/4″) pocket straps
- 1m x Leather Strap 2.5cm (1″) shoulder strap
- 17 x Rivets approx 9mm
- 2 x Buckles 1.8cm (3/4″)
- 1 x Buckles 2.5cm (1″)
- 1 x Magnetic Clasp
- 2 x D-rings 2.5cm (1″)
Note: If you source leather for the straps, ensure they are sturdy but thin enough to curve through the buckles. Merchant & Mills recommends their split cowhide leather straps and not their veg tan.
Pattern Errata:
Pattern piece 10 (handle): The gap between the rivet holes should be 6cm on each side. It is currently 5cm on one side and 6cm on the other.