Cutting Corners Design is now called Bags and Seams Design!
Cutting Corners Design is now called Bags and Seams Design!
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“Wow, did you sew that yourself?” You’ll hear that question a lot with the Vayana backpack. That’s because you’ll be sewing a practical 2-in-1 bag that you can carry as a shoulder bag or a backpack—and it looks really great, too! The finished bag measures approx. (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm and has plenty of room for everyday use, college, work, leisure, or travel.
A slip pocket, a zippered pocket, and an optional exterior pocket help you better organize your cell phone, keys, wallet, and small items. Vayana is the perfect choice if you want to sew a larger bag that you can customize with your choice of fabric, color, and details.
Key features of the Vayana backpack:
✔ Pattern for a 2-in-1 bag with backpack function
✔ Can be carried as a shoulder bag or backpack
✔ Finished dimensions: approx. (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm
✔ Difficulty level 2 out of 5 – suitable for those with some prior sewing experience
✔ Includes PDF patterns in A4 and A0 formats
✔ With a slip pocket, zippered pocket, and optional outer pocket
✔ Includes 6 supplementary tutorials on sewing basics, rivets, book screws, and carrying straps
✔ Space for a wallet, tablet, water bottle, documents, and everyday items
✔ Suitable for everyday use, college, work, leisure, city strolls, and travel
✔ Digital pattern with PDF sewing instructions—not a finished product
Important: Some sewing patterns are still available under my old label, Cutting Corners Design. They will be gradually transitioned over.
✓ Direct download
✓ Illustrated instructions
✓ Fleece pieces included
✓ No licensing fees
| Finished size | (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm |
|---|---|
| Required Accessories | 0.5 m outer fabric |
| Recommended Sewing Skill Level | Adventurous Beginners – Difficulty Level 2 / 5 |
| What's Included in the Product | Illustrated step-by-step instructions |
| Important Information About Your Purchase | This product does not contain a physical item, but rather a digital file. Due to the nature of the product, no refunds can be offered for products that include digital files—please read the details carefully before purchasing. No liability is assumed for errors. Copyright and all rights are held by Bags and Seams Design. Content may not be shared, exchanged, copied, or published (even in part). The design may not be used as the basis for other designs (even in part). The design may not be used as a template for acrylic or other stencil templates. |
| Video Tutorial | ❌ Unfortunately, there is currently no video tutorial available |
| Business License | Unless otherwise stated, all of my sewing patterns may be used in small-scale commercial operations WITHOUT additional business licenses (up to 30 per year). My goal is to actively support you in your business. I hope you have fun selling them! |
| Projector file | The A0 file can be used with a projector for trimming. |
| Suitable sewing machine | This pattern can be sewn on any standard household sewing machine. Test beforehand to make sure your machine can handle the layers of your chosen fabric, including any desired interfacing. |
A shoulder bag looks great for a stroll through town, but a backpack is simply more comfortable on the way home with groceries or while riding a bike. The Vayana Backpack Sewing Pattern combines both in one pattern: You’ll sew a bag with plenty of storage space, a clear interior layout, and a carrying style that adapts to your day.
The Vayana Backpack is a digital pattern with detailed PDF sewing instructions. You’ll receive a pattern with instructions—not a ready-made bag. Included are the PDF pattern in A4 and A0 sizes, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, and 6 supplementary tutorials on important bag details.
The finished bag measures approximately (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm and has room for everything you like to carry with you in your daily life: wallet, water bottle, tablet, calendar, notebook, small purchases, makeup bag, or school and work materials.
With a difficulty level of 2 out of 5, Vayana is well-suited for beginners with some experience sewing bags and for hobby sewers who want to make their first larger bag.
The Backpack Bag is a pattern for a bag that you can carry as a shoulder bag or a backpack. This gives you two carrying options in one project: a bag for the city, the office, or college, and a backpack for situations where you need both hands free.
This is especially helpful when you have more than one appointment in a day. In the morning, you can carry Vayana as a bag to work; in the afternoon, you can pack in a few small purchases; and on your way home, you can use it as a backpack while riding your bike.
Measuring approximately (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm, the Vayana is large enough to hold essential everyday items, yet it doesn’t feel like a heavy travel backpack.
This combination is practical because you can carry the bag differently depending on the situation. Whether you’re strolling through town or at the office, the shoulder bag looks appropriate and low-key. When biking, traveling, or shopping, the backpack feature is more comfortable because the weight is distributed more evenly and you have both hands free.
So you don’t have to choose between a bag and a backpack. The Vayana backpack bag is a versatile everyday bag for when you need more than a small handbag while you’re out and about, but don’t want to carry a sporty backpack.
The finished Vayana backpack measures approximately (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm. This gives you plenty of space for the items you carry regularly without making the bag seem too big or bulky. For example, the bag can hold a wallet, cell phone, keys, water bottle, tablet, calendar, notebook, makeup bag, small purchases, or documents for school and work. Its size makes the Vayana perfect for everyday use: large enough for longer days on the go, yet still compact enough for the city, the office, leisure, or travel.
The Vayana backpack has a well-organized interior so that important items don’t get lost in the main compartment.
Inside, there’s a slip pocket for items you want to keep within easy reach. A zippered pocket is ideal for valuables or small items that need to be stored safely. You can also choose to sew on an optional zippered exterior pocket.
This is useful for your cell phone, keys, ticket, headphones, or wallet. It helps you find what you need faster when you’re on the go, instead of spending a long time searching through your bag.
This pattern is suitable for beginners with some experience sewing bags and for hobby sewers who want to sew a larger bag. With a difficulty level of 2 out of 5, Vayana is a manageable project if you’ve already sewn simple bags, pouches, or smaller projects.
Vayana isn’t really meant for your very first sewing project. But if you’re looking for a bag with compartments, a zipper, and multiple carrying options, it’s a great next step.
The instructions are organized step by step and clearly explain the sewing process. In addition, 6 tutorials will help you with details such as rivets, book screws, and carrying straps. This way, you’ll sew a bag that not only looks like a beautiful project but will also actually be used later on.
Fabrics that offer the right level of body, texture, or durability—depending on the desired look—are ideal for Vayana. Cotton fabrics have a lighter feel and are well-suited for everyday use. Canvas gives the bag more stability and works well for school, work, or leisure. Corduroy adds texture and a softer look. Faux leather gives Vayana a more modern and slightly more elegant look. Oilskin or coated fabrics are a good choice if you want the bag to be more durable or water-resistant—for example, for biking, traveling, or changeable weather.
You decide for yourself whether your Vayana will be made of sturdy canvas, soft corduroy, or modern faux leather. That way, the bag will match your style and fit into your everyday life.
You can use Vayana as an everyday bag, a college bag, a work bag, a travel bag, or a city backpack. Thanks to its 2-in-1 design, it works for a variety of situations without requiring you to carry multiple bags.
As a shoulder bag, it’s perfect for the office, a stroll through town, leisure activities, or getting together with friends. As a backpack, it’s practical for biking, traveling, shopping, or whenever you want to have both hands free while you’re out and about.
If you’re looking for a bag that doesn’t look too sporty but is still comfortable to carry, Vayana is a great choice.
The eBook includes PDF sewing patterns in A4 and A0 sizes, as well as detailed step-by-step sewing instructions. The instructions guide you clearly through the project and explain each step without using unnecessarily complicated technical jargon.
You’ll receive all the pattern pieces and instructions you need to sew Vayana as a bag with a backpack function. This includes the bag itself, the interior compartment with a slip pocket and a zippered pocket, as well as the optional exterior zippered pocket.
In addition, the guide includes 6 supplementary tutorials: A Brief Sewing Glossary, Rivets and Book Screws, Sewing Your Own Carrying Strap from Canvas or Faux Leather, Sewing Your Own Basic Carrying Strap from Faux Leather, Lengthening a Carrying Strap, and Carrying Strap Variations.
This product is a digital sewing pattern with instructions. No finished bag will be shipped.
What’s Included
✔ Vayana Backpack Pattern as a digital eBook
✔ Includes A4 PDF pattern
✔ Includes A0 PDF pattern
✔ Detailed step-by-step sewing instructions
✔ Easy-to-understand explanations for every step
✔ Instructions for a bag with a backpack function
✔ Instructions for the inner pocket and zippered pocket
✔ Optional outer pocket with zipper
✔ 6 supplementary tutorials: A short sewing glossary, rivets and book screws, making your own carrying strap from canvas or faux leather, making your own basic carrying strap from faux leather, extending a carrying strap, and carrying strap variations
✔ Tips for customizing with fabrics and materials
Product Details
✔ Pattern for a 2-in-1 backpack bag
✔ Finished size: approx. (H/W/D) 37 × 34 × 12 cm
✔ Can be carried as a shoulder bag or backpack
✔ Suitable for everyday use, biking, city life, or travel
✔ Interior pocket
✔ Zippered compartment for important items
✔ Optional exterior zippered pocket
✔ Storage space for college, work, leisure, or travel
✔ Digital PDF pattern with sewing instructions
✔ Not a finished product, but a pattern and instructions
Sewing Level & Implementation
✔ Difficulty level 2 out of 5
✔ Suitable for beginners with some experience sewing bags
✔ Also suitable for hobby sewers who want to sew their first larger bag
✔ A good next step after simple bag, pouch, or backpack projects
✔ Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions
✔ Includes 6 supplementary tutorials for important bag details
✔ Explained without unnecessarily complicated technical jargon
✔ Compatible with home sewing machines
Material & Application
✔ Suitable materials: cotton fabrics, canvas, corduroy, faux leather, oilskin, or coated fabrics
✔ Cotton and canvas for everyday styles
✔ Corduroy for a softer, textured look
✔ Faux leather for a more modern look
✔ Oilskin or coated fabrics for more durable versions
✔ Ideal as an everyday bag, college bag, work bag, travel bag, or city backpack
✔ Customizable with your favorite fabrics, fabric combinations, colors, and details
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