PDF SEWING PATTERN | Francli Weekender | Merchant & Mills

PDF SEWING PATTERN | Francli Weekender | Merchant & Mills

Skill Level : Intermediate
Finished Sizes : Small & Large Holdall
Language : English Only

The Francli Weekender by Merchant & Mills, designed in collaboration with Francli Craftwear, is a beautifully constructed duffle bag perfect for weekend getaways, overnight trips, gym sessions, or everyday adventures. Combining thoughtful design with durable materials, this timeless bag is built to be used and enjoyed for years to come.

The pattern includes two sizes: a compact Small Holdall for everyday use or overnight stays, and a spacious Large Holdall for weekend travel. Both versions feature a fully lined interior with an inside pocket, an exterior pocket, sturdy webbing handles, and professional bag-making finishes.

Pattern Features

• Two sizes included: Small and Large Holdall
• Designed by Francli Craftwear
• Fully lined construction
• Interior pocket
• Exterior pocket
• Top zip closure
• Durable webbing handles and hardware
• Perfect for travel, gym, or overnight trips
• Intermediate sewing project

Recommended Fabrics

Main Fabric

• Mid-heavy weight cotton canvas
  
• Mid-heavy weight denim (8–14 oz)
• Oilskin
• Dry Oilskin
• Cotton drill

Base

• Heavyweight canvas
• Duck canvas
• Expedition Dry Oilskin
• Oilskin

Lining

• Mid-weight cotton fabrics
• Mid-weight denim
• Barrier lining (recommended when using oilskin or dry oilskin)

Supplies Required

• Matching sewing thread
• 2 × 1" (2.5 cm) G hooks
• 2 leather tabs or leather remnants (10 × 6 cm)
• 2 rivets

Large Holdall

• 272 cm of 30 mm webbing
• 70 cm of 25 mm webbing
• One 22 cm zip and one 70 cm zip, or continuous zipper cut to size

Small Holdall

• 218 cm of 30 mm webbing
• 64 cm of 25 mm webbing
• One 20 cm zip and one 52 cm zip, or continuous zipper cut to size

Finished Measurements

Small Holdall

• Height: 30 cm
• Width: 46 cm
• Depth: 24 cm

Large Holdall

• Height: 36.5 cm
• Width: 61 cm
• Depth: 27.5 cm

PDF Pattern Includes

• Print-at-home pattern (A4 & US Letter) : 23 pages
• A0 copy shop file : 1 page
• Illustrated sewing instructions

Why You'll Love It

The Francli Weekender is the ultimate handmade travel bag. With two practical sizes, a fully lined interior, thoughtfully placed pockets, and professional finishes, it's an enjoyable bag-making project that results in a durable companion for weekend escapes, overnight stays, or everyday adventures.