This add-on is meant only for the taller oval & boxed bottom versions of the Swell Crossbody Bag pattern (not the Mini Swell). You will not be able to sew the Swell Crossbody Bag with just this add-on.

Sewing this in vinyl, cork or canvas is set at an Intermediate skill level due to the layers possibly getting thick. Care will have to be taken when cutting woven interfacing to keep it out of the seams - I have layers within the PDF so you can print just the interfacing dimensions. If you’re still concerned about thickness, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND using fabric for a first run, sewing it this way is a Confident Beginner skill level. I also suggest using the Alternative Bag Base if sewing the oval bottom version.

For testing, I recruited members from my Facebook group that are not normally in my tester team and they did a fabulous job! If at any point you need help or just want to have fun, join my Facebook group (JOIN HERE). I'm very active in my group and I have very helpful group members.

This pattern includes:

• ALL / FULL SIZE Pattern pieces (no cut on fold pieces) - even rectangular pieces are included

• Cutting Lists (to use instead of the included rectangular pattern pieces - to save the trees!)

• labels to keep track of your cut pieces

• Table of Contents page for ease of navigating the pattern

• two flowcharts to help you decide what pieces to use

• colorful and clear diagrams (please print in grayscale to save ink)

• separate A0 copy-shop files that are projector-friendly

• layers to conveniently print either fabric or interfacing pieces

• Video for this pattern and is courtesy of:

⚓️ SWELL (MINI) BOXED BOTTOM - SEWING THE MINI SWELL WITH BOXED BOTTOM ADD-ON BY NEEDLE & ANCHOR - FULL TUTORIAL - VIDEO BY ASHTOWN CREATIONS

I hope you enjoy my pattern!

•••NOTE••• This is for a digital product ONLY.

Swell Crossbody

• Double zipper Slip pocket add-on - oval bottom version •

Finished Dimensions:

•Swell Oval Bottom Slip Pocket - 6"W (top), 4 1/2”W (bottom), 6 1/4"H

•Swell Oval Bottom Zipper Pocket - 4 3/4”W, 4 1/2"H

RECOMMENDED FABRICS - pliable canvas, pliable vinyl/faux leather, or quilting cotton. If using anything thicker than quilting cotton, woven interfacing can be omitted. If you’re unsure, cut small swatches to test out your choices and adjust accordingly.

PLEASE NOTE: Sewing this in vinyl, cork or canvas is set at an Intermediate skill level due to the layers will more than likely get thick and care will have to be taken when cutting woven interfacing to keep it out of the seams (I have layers within the PDF so you can print just the interfacing dimensions). If you’re concerned about thickness, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND using fabric for a first run, sewing it this way is a Confident Beginner skill level. I also suggest using the Alternative Bag Base if sewing the oval bottom version.

Fabric & Woven Interfacing Requirements:

(measurements are approximate and don’t account for directional and/or fussy cutting)

EXTERIOR - 1/2 yard

LINING - 1/4 yard or fat quarter

WOVEN INTERFACING -  

20”wide - 3/4 yard

OR

45” wide - 1 yard

PELTEX OR DECOVIL HEAVY - 12” x 5”

HARDWARE 

ZIPPERS

• #5 (or #4.5) Continuous zipper tape (AND 2 ZIPPER PULLS);

(2) - 6 3/4”

OR 

• #5 (or #4.5) pre-measured zipper;

(2) - 7”

RECOMMENDED SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

• School glue stick

• Pencil or similar marking utensil 

• Wonder Clips or similar

• ⅛” Double Sided Tape (DST) or Washaway Wonder Tape

Swell Crossbody

• Double zipper Slip pocket add-on - boxed bottom version •

Finished Dimensions:

•Swell Boxed Bottom Slip Pocket - 6"W (top), 4”W (bottom), 6 1/2"H

•Swell Boxed Bottom Zipper Pocket - 4 3/4”W, 4 1/2"H

RECOMMENDED FABRICS - pliable canvas, pliable vinyl/faux leather, or quilting cotton. If using anything thicker than quilting cotton, woven interfacing can be omitted. If you’re unsure, cut small swatches to test out your choices and adjust accordingly.

PLEASE NOTE: Sewing this in vinyl, cork or canvas is set at an Intermediate skill level due to the layers will get thick and care will have to be taken when cutting woven interfacing to keep it out of the seams (I have layers within the PDF so you can print just the interfacing dimensions). If you’re concerned about thickness, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND using fabric for a first run, sewing it this way is a Confident Beginner skill level.

Fabric & Woven Interfacing Requirements:

(measurements are approximate and don’t account for directional and/or fussy cutting)

EXTERIOR - 1/2 yard

LINING - 1/2 yard

WOVEN INTERFACING -  

20”wide - 1/2 yard

OR

45” wide - 5/8 yard

HARDWARE 

ZIPPERS

#5 (or #4.5) Continuous zipper tape (AND 2 ZIPPER PULLS);

(2) - 6 3/4”

OR 

• #5 (or #4.5) pre-measured zipper;

(2) - 7”

RECOMMENDED SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

• School glue stick

• Pencil or similar marking utensil 

• Wonder Clips or similar

• ⅛” Double Sided Tape (DST) or Washaway Wonder Tape