Sewfisticated Laptop Bag

"This is an awesome pattern that is easily adapted to fit your needs. Whether you are carrying an iPad, laptop or another tablet this pattern can be modified to fit either one of them. I made both the 13" and 16" as well as one at 11' for my iPad.  This is my go-to bag for my iPad. I know you're going to want to make one of these."

 

Tester - Jeanie Cheng
Shop Link - I'm Sew Board FB, I'm Sew Board IG
Sewing Machine used - Juki Tl98Q, Juki F300 
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Marine vinyl, woven with light decovil, and WPC for interior
 
"I like the front curve of the bag. It’s very unique."

Tester - Geraldine Tan
Shop Link - Made by Starflakes
Sewing Machine used - Domestic, Brother NV180K. 
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Big kid panel from Ohana Fabrics and cotton woven for exterior accent, wpc for lining. Woven interfacing and foam.

"It's such a lovely design and the best part is that it doesn't require binding."

 

 

Tester - Megan O'Meara
Shop Link - Lehua Creations
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Babylock Soprano
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Regular - Vinyl/cotton woven feature print from Mahou Sensation

"I love the box zippers, they look so classy and are deceptively simple to do. "

 

 

Tester - Thien Ai Hartop
Shop Link - Ninja Crafts (FB), Ninja Crafts (IG)
Machine used - Domestic Singer HD44s
Recommended Skill level - Beginner 
Material used -
16" Slim  - Interfacing I used Pellon flex foam, featherweight for the liner, Sf101 for the canvas and exterior CW accent and Pellon 71f on the back panel. I used better homes and gardens canvas floral print, waverly diamond print cotton woven, accented with mauve star dust vinyl from MyPunkBroidery and the mauve liner is a poly cotton blend

"I like the D rings and how they have a finished edge. I also liked how the zipper box was created for the exterior zippers. I learned how to make rolled handles and this was my first zipper with rounded/curved edges."

 

Tester - Julie Hillock
Shop Link - Kreative Koyote FB; Kreative Koyote IG
Machine used - Semi-industrial Juki Haruka (TL-18QVP)
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Cotton woven (Tula Pink’s Daydreamer line), black is faux leather, lining is waterproof canvas.

"My favorite part of the pattern is the beauty of how it comes together. This is a gorgeous design and I love the front and back pockets and the size of them, but the fact that they serve a bigger purpose in how the pattern is assembled and not just the look and convenience of pockets."

 

 

Tester - Cindy Lewis 
Shop Link - Cherishing Today; Cherishing Today IG
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Brother LX27NT
Recommended Skill level - Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Material used -
16" Regular - Exterior main: Edenelle Vinyl, Exterior Contrast: marine vinyl, Interior: Weft + Warp waterproof Canvas, Zipper Pull: Mojo Sews

"Though curves can be intimidating, taking your time (and lots of clips), makes it achievable for anyone confident enough to give this bag a try. 🥰

Tester - Rebecca Hill
Shop Link - Hilltop Stitches FB, Hilltop Stitches IG
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Singer HD 6800C 
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Exterior is vinyl. Pocket linings & interior outer side of laptop sleeve is cotton woven with sf101, rest of interior is WPC. Used soft n stable foam & fleece per pattern.

"I love how the zipper is installed for the pockets. I've never seen it done this way. I also love that it comes in 2 sizes & 2 versions of each."

Tester - Jennifer Chun
Shop Link - Lehua Creations
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Brother Strong and Tough ST150HDH
Recommended Skill level - Confident Beginner
Material used -
16" Regular - Ohana Faux Leather/Tiki Stitch

"I love the overall design and the zipper box process.. It was a fun pattern to sew up and gave a lot of room for creativity."

 

Tester - Casey Lee Hosking
Shop Link - Pinky Sews FB; Pinky Sews IG
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Janome s3 was not a problem
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Slim - I used online bag supplied heavy woven interfacing, fusable foam from Spotlight and fusable fleece from spotlight

"I enjoyed how many different options there are for creative freedom! It's simple yet effective style wise, it has all of the right compartments without being overkill. I enjoyed the fact that there was no binding!"

 

Tester - Nur Sumaiya Tan
Shop Link - Moonheart Stitches
Sewing Machine used - Juki TL-2200qvp
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Slim- SF101 for all woven pieces. FF77 for foam. And 987F for fleece.

"I liked the learning of applying the zippers to the outside panels! Something new. And it was a first to sew curved zippers as well. Good experience overall."

 

 

Tester - Monica Martins-schuld
Shop Link - @abbilanecustoms
Sewing Machine used - Industrial walking foot Jack H2
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Slim - Cotton lycra from MK (interfaced), local vinyl, denim (interfaced)

"I love box zippers and the curves pocked! Its very unique."

 

Tester - Corey Stefanick
Shop Link - theirishdaisyhandbags, theirishdaisyhandbags IG
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Antique Singer 201-2 (1948)
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Slim - Canvas in Autumn Floral Honeycomb by Twisted Needle Textiles, vinyl from Joann, pixiefuse lite interfacing from Royal Pixie Fabric

"I like the creative way you came up with for turning both sides of the bag individually. Binding and drop-in lining can be intimidating for some, and this is a great way around it. I also can see ways that you would be able to create the bag using binding (for those who hate turning!)."

 

Tester - Liz Walsh
Shop Link - @abbilanecustoms
Sewing Machine used - Industrial, Voltex walking foot. 3003a
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Regular - Leather and vinyl, purchased from a clearance sale

"I love that the pattern is very professional looking. Classy and has so many pockets in and out. My husband even took it to work to show off and has asked for another one."

 

Tester - Sophia Tan
Shop Link - Nabr Creation
Sewing Machine used - Domestic Brother LX27NT
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Outer: Waterproof canvas, faux leather. Interior waterproof canvas. Interface:stiff interlining plus thick polyester batting

"I like it that each layer is properly basted before sewing down, this ensures all the layers are not missed at the end!"

 

 

Tester - Halli Shenz
Shop Link - Somamabanana
Sewing Machine used - Domestic. Janome Decor Computer 360 DC
Recommended Skill level - Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Regular - Faux leather & WPC. No interfacing.

"I liked the strap extenders, something I picked up from customising my Lights too, but I’ve not had a chance to use in a bag until now. I’ve not tested the regular version yet but have been very keen to try a bag with a side gusset."

Tester - Jenny Toh
Shop Link - March Creations
Sewing Machine used - Juki TL2200 QVP Mini
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Slim - Main: Laminated; Lining: Nylon; Interfacing: Byannie Soft & Stable
16" Regular - Main: Cotton; Lining: Nylon; Interfacing: Byannie Soft & Stable

 

 

Tester - Renee Weal
Shop Link - Sand Castle Designs
Sewing Machine used - Juki 1541, I also used my Juki 2010 TL for the thin lining pieces
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
13.3" Slim - I used Big Z Fabric upholstery vinyl and quilting cotton from Sassy and Chic fabrics at Etsy. The WPC came from FDW Woven Fuse on the cotton and Firm and Bouncy for the padding.

"This is a lovely pattern! The front is very unique, the storage is perfect!"

  

Tester - Laura Rhoads Wadman
Shop Link - Totes Adorbs
Sewing Machine used - Juki 2020 and Juki 1181
Recommended Skill level - Advanced
Material used -
13.3" Regular - I used vinyl and cotton

"My favorite part of this pattern was putting together the front and back exterior. It went together perfectly. I love the zippers and the method of doing the handles."

 

Tester - Eileen Diaz
Sewing Machine used - Domestic, Brother NS80PRW
Recommended Skill level - Expert due to the curved zipper. The regular may be easier because it’s not so narrow.
Material used -
13.3" Slim - Print fabric is PVC vinyl from Purple Dragon fabrics. Pink shimmer vinyl is from Hobby Lobby. Lining fabric is a woven cotton with imbedded glitter from Joanne’s. I used Sf101, Pellon sew in fleece, and pellon sew in flex foam.

"The instructions were great, easy to follow and detailed. I love all the pockets and storage this laptop bag has! It’s a fun sew and really helps stretch your sewing abilities.  The pattern is designed well! I definitely think the slim version should be labeled as an expert level project due to the curved zipper."

 

Tester - Roswitha Song
Sewing Machine used - Husqvarna Epic and Global 305D industrial
Recommended Skill level - Intermediate
Material used -
16" Slim - Fabric, Interfacing G700, Faux Leather, Felt

"Birth of the bag parts"