Merchant & Mills : Francli Day Pack Pattern
A practical day pack designed by Francli Craftwear.
Play with hardy fabrics and unique hardware to create a bespoke pack for everyday life and adventures further afield. With water bottle pockets and internal laptop pocket.
There are 3 different fabric parts to the bag, the contrast (bottom and back piece), the lining and the main fabric of the bag. You can go a little heavier for the contrast fabric as you’ll be putting this down on the floor potentially and the back piece will have wear and tear against your back!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Suggested Fabrics:
- oilskin, dry oilskin, mid-heavy weight cotton canvas or drill, mid weight denim (8-14oz).
Additional Supplies:
- 4 x 2.5CM / 1" ladder locks.
- 2 x 2.5CM / 1" G hooks.
- 4.6M / 5YD x 2.5CM / 1" webbing.
- 2 x 30CM / 12" zip.
- 1.2M / 1.5YD cord. We would recommend our 3mm recycled elastic.
- 1 x cord lock (optional).
- 2 x cord stops (optional).
- Wadding - see fabric requirements chart.
*See images for more information on fabric requirements and additional supplies.
Merchant & Mills
Merchant & Mills is a UK-based company celebrated for its beautifully curated range of high-quality fabrics, sewing patterns, and expertly crafted notions. Founded in Rye, East Sussex, Merchant & Mills champions a minimalist and functional approach to garment making, emphasizing timeless style and craftsmanship. Known for its thoughtfully designed patterns and sustainable fabric collections, the brand empowers makers with tools and materials to create durable, elegant, and practical clothing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sewist, Merchant & Mills inspires creativity with an ethos of quality and simplicity.
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