PDF SEWING PATTERN | Francli Day Pack | Merchant & Mills
Skill Level : Intermediate
Finished Size : 48 × 41 cm (19" × 16¼")
Language : English Only
The Francli Day Pack by Merchant & Mills, designed in collaboration with Francli Craftwear, is a thoughtfully designed everyday backpack built for daily commutes, outdoor adventures, and weekend escapes. Combining rugged construction with clean, contemporary styling, it's the perfect project for sewists looking to create a professional-quality backpack.
Designed with functionality in mind, the Day Pack features water bottle pockets, an internal laptop pocket, a comfortable structured design, and durable hardware. The pattern uses three different fabrics for the main body, contrast panels, and lining, allowing you to customize both the appearance and durability of your finished backpack.
Pattern Features- Everyday backpack designed by Francli Craftwear
- Internal laptop pocket
- Two exterior water bottle pockets
- Structured backpack construction
- Contrast base and back panel for added durability
- Professional hardware details
- Ideal for commuting, travel, hiking, and everyday use
- Intermediate sewing project
Main Fabric
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Mid-heavy weight cotton canvas
- Mid-weight denim (8–14 oz)
- Oilskin
- Dry Oilskin
- Cotton drill
Contrast Fabric
- Expedition Dry Oilskin
- Heavy-weight cotton canvas
- Oilskin
Lining
- Barrier lining
- Mid-weight woven cotton fabrics
Wadding
Wadding is used to provide structure and comfort to the backpack. Please refer to the pattern instructions for placement and construction details.
Supplies Required- Matching sewing thread
- 4 × 2.5 cm (1") ladder locks
- 2 × 2.5 cm (1") G hooks
- 4.6 m of 2.5 cm (1") webbing
- 2 × 30 cm (12") zippers
- 1.2 m of 3 mm cord or recycled elastic cord
- Optional: 1 cord lock
- Optional: 2 cord stops
- Wadding (see fabric requirements)
Main Fabric
- 90 cm wide: 1.6 m
- 110–120 cm wide: 1.2 m
- 140–150 cm wide: 0.95 m
Contrast Fabric
- 90–150 cm wide: 0.45 m
Wadding
- 90–150 cm wide: 0.45 m
Lining
- 80–120 cm wide: 1.4 m
- 140–150 cm wide: 0.9 m
- Height (top folded): 48 cm (19")
- Width (taken flat): 41 cm (16¼")
- Print-at-home pattern (A4 & US Letter): 48 pages
- A0 copy shop format: 3 pages
- Illustrated sewing instructions
The Francli Day Pack combines practical features with beautiful craftsmanship to create a backpack you'll reach for every day. With dedicated storage for your laptop and water bottle, durable construction, and customizable fabric combinations, it's a rewarding bag-making project that delivers professional results built to last.
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