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DIY – Kindergarten Backpack

in Sewing for Kids on 02/01/23

This DIY kid’s backpack sewing tutorial will take you step-by-step through the process of making a custom backpack. The main backpack body measures 14” tall x 11” wide x 4” deep. It is smaller than the average backpack, yet still holds standard sized notebooks and folders. It is perfect for kindergarten and other elementary aged children; or anybody that prefers a smaller backpack.

Click this link for the FREE one-page worksheet that has the materials list and measurements for all the pattern pieces.

Video

Materials

  • 1 yard of main fabric (I used outdoor fabric from Joann)
  • 1 yard of lining (ex. polyester lining)
  • 9-inch sport zipper
  • 30-inch sport zipper
  • 6 yards double-fold bias tape (2 packs, extra-wide)
  • thread
  • poly batting (about 15 x 20”)
  • 2 strap adjusters (1”)
  • 2 yards strap webbing (1”)

Finished Measurements

14” tall x 11” wide x 4” deep
Pocket: 8 x 8 x 2”
Strap Pieces: Handle (1 piece): 11”
Top Straps (2 pieces): 16”
Bottom Straps (2 pieces): 14”

Some Helpful Links

Outer Fabric Examples: Bananas, Flowers, Pirate Sea Creatures
Coats & Clark Sport Closed Bottom Zipper 9″
Coats & Clark 30” Molded Separating Sport Zipper
A fun pack of patches!
Dritz Strap Adjusters (for 1” strap)
1” Webbing/strapping
Poly-Fil Batting (crib size)

You can find the sewing tools I use in my Amazon Storefront.

Go get creative and make something you love!
-Paige

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  1. Patricia A Burkhart says

    July 3, 2024 at 6:27 pm

    I’m really looking forward to making these for my granddaughters. Thanks for the pattern, video and instructions.

    Reply
  2. Phaylyn M. Hunt says

    August 5, 2024 at 12:25 pm

    Your homemade backpack is well sewn. Also, you provided a very detailed video and instructions. Thank you so much for sharing your skills.

    Reply

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