Looking for a cute crossbody bag sewing pattern that's fun to make without taking forever?
Meet the Kesey Bag!
The Kesey Bag PDF Sewing Pattern includes everything you need to get started, along with the full video tutorial so you can sew along with me from start to finish.
This little bag is one of those projects that has just enough going on to keep you interested without making you wonder what you got yourself into.
It has a fun textured front panel, a recessed zipper opening, an exterior zipper pocket, and two interior slip pockets — all wrapped up in a cute, structured crossbody bag.
And because it's a smaller bag, it feels really manageable.
Is the Kesey Beginner-Friendly?
Then answer is YES!
If you’ve got some basic sewing experience and you’re comfortable using your sewing machine, the Kesey is a great project if you’re ready to try making a bag.
It does have a few techniques you may not have tried before, but that’s part of the fun!
You’ll get to work with zippers, pockets, structured construction, and different materials — without taking on a huge bag with a million pieces.
And you don't have to figure everything out by yourself.
The Kesey comes with a full video tutorial, so you can sew along with me, pause when you need to, and take things one step at a time.
That's exactly how I like to learn something new, too!
The Kesey may be small, but we packed a lot into this little bag!
You'll have:
- A textured front panel for a fun detail
- A recessed zipper opening
- An exterior zipper pocket
- Two interior slip pockets
- A slim crossbody shape
- A structured finish
Finished size: 11½" W × 10" H × 2½" D
It's the perfect size for those everyday essentials without feeling like you're carrying a suitcase around with you. 😉
And the best part? You can make your Kesey your own.
Use canvas, bonded nylon, cotton, or your favorite fabric stash. Mix and match materials, play with colors, or dig into your stash and see what you come up with. Add leather straps for an extra polished look — they pair beautifully with just about any fabric combination.
The same pattern can look completely different depending on the materials you choose!
Ready to Make Your Kesey?
The Kesey Bag PDF Sewing Pattern includes everything you need to get started, along with the full video tutorial so you can sew along with me from start to finish.
Pick out your fabrics, grab your supplies, and let's make a Kesey!
Sew Along With Me
If you're a visual learner, you'll love the video tutorial.
I'll walk you through the construction step by step, so you can follow along at your own pace. Pause the video, rewind it, sew a little, and come back when you're ready.
No need to rush.
We're just sewing. We can take our time. 💚🩷
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We can't wait to see what you make!
PEACE. LOVE. SEWING ✌️🌸
