THE COSTERMONGER • Pattern

By Merchant & Mills, The Costermonger is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: The Costermonger is the essential market tote designed as a backpack. Fill it up with wholesome goodies, leaving your hands free to tickle your dog.

This is a simple satisfying sew that uses little fabric so ideal for using up some of your stash or making as a present. The instructions show you how to make it with leather or webbing.

Finished measurements length 45cm, width 40cm.

Fabric Suggestions: Oilskin, Dry Oilskin, Mid-Heavy weight Cotton Canvas or Drill, Mid weight Denim (8-14oz).

Fabric Requirements: (this is an unlined bag) 80-98cm wide - 0.95m or 98-150cm - wide 0.70m

Trims required: Matching thread & a Costermonger Hardware kit or:

Leather Strap Version: Rivets 9mm x 8, metal sliders 1" x 4 & leather strap 1" x  2. 

When inserting the rivets we recommend using a very solid surface like a cement floor so there is no movement. You will just need a hammer to set the rivets, but you will need something to make a hole in your leather, we recommend a revolving hole punch. 

Webbing Version: Metal sliders 1" x 2. The sliders you need will slightly depend on the webbing you use. Webbing 3cm wide x 1.6m. 

Skill Level: Suitable for a beginner level.

All seam allowances are included and 1.5cm unless otherwise stated.

Photo credits: Merchant & Mills.