Mail Bag sewing pattern

Inspired by Japanese vintage military, this bag is fully lined and very easy to make. Wear it on the shoulder or across the body to complete your workwear outfit.

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Pattern type

Crossbody

Format

Book

Publication

Workwear

Sewing level

Intermediate

Fabric type Woven

Hashtag

#mmworkwear

Release date

May 14, 2026

Specifications

File features
A4/Print at home and A0/Copyshop

Language
English

Fabric suggestions

Oilskin, dry oilskin, mid weight (up to 13oz) cotton canvas or drill, mid weight denim (8-14oz).

Fabric requirements

Self outer: 90cm/35-1/2" wide (with or without nap): 1.3m/1-1/2 yd 110-150cm/43-1/2"-60" wide (with or without nap): 1.2m/1-1/2 yd Self outer & lining: 90cm/35-1/2" wide (with or without nap): 2.3m/2-1/2 yd 110-120 cm/43-1/2-47" wide (with or without nap): 1.4m/1-1/2 yd 140-150cm/55-60" wide (with or without nap): 1.4m/1-1/2 yd Lining: 90-150cm/35-1/2"-60" wide (with or without nap): 1.2m/1-1/2 yd

Supplies

Matching thread Optional: 4 x rivets Optional: 3cm/1-3/4" webbing x 102cm/40-1/4"

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