Merchant & Mills : Francli Weekender Bag Project Kit
Make The Weekender Bag. The Weekender Bag is Merchant & Mills' newest pattern collaboration with Francli Craftwear. Ali from Francli Craftwear designs bags that are crafted with care, chosen with consideration and used for a lifetime.
This project kit includes all the supplies you need to complete the perfect pack for weekend adventures. The Weekender comes in two sizes, small and large with the option of two different colourways for webbing and zippers. The large being more of a weekend trip bag and the small could be more of an everyday or overnight option. Both options have a lining with a pocket inside and a pocket outside.
Skill level: intermediate.
The Kit includes :
- Merchant & Mills Khaki Dry Oilskin : Organic Cotton for the body and base of your Weekender
- Merchant & Mills Tan Oilskin Barrier Lining
- 4x Old Brass Rivets
- 2x 1" G Hooks
- 2x Leather Tabs
Small Holdall:
- 2.20m x 30mm Webbing
- 0.65m x 25mm Webbing
- 1x 20cm Water Repellent Zip
- 1x 52cm Water Repellent Zip
Or
Large Holdall:
- 2.75m x 30mm Webbing
- 0.75m x 25mm Webbing
- 1x 22cm Water Repellent Zip
- 1x 70cm Water Repellent Zip
Please note : the Weekender Bag pattern is not included with the kit however can be purchased separately here
The first image shows the small tote with the Fern Hardware Kit in Khaki Oilskin.
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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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