The Ikabanana bum bag (or fanny pack depending where you are in the world!) pattern offers 3 sizes and 3 shape options, to accompany the family in everyday activities. There is a size suitable for women, men and children.
Design features:
There's a basic shape option, an option with 2 panels in front to work two-tone effects and a shape option with flat pleats in front. The back can also be made simply as a basic one-piece or with a zipped pocket. Full lining. Wide zipped opening for optimum convenience. Inside pocket, optional outside zipped pocket. Optional back handle. Adjustable shoulder strap and faux leather or leather pompom.
There is a great online video available showing the complete assembly.
Fabric suggestions:
OUTER: Medium to heavy-weight woven fabric (230-400 gsm = 0,5 to 0,88 lbsm) such as canvas, gabardine, denim, velvet or corduroy, wool, oilcloth, quilted fabric, faux leather or leather, jacquard. Thinner fabrics such as waffle, linen or ribstop (nylon parachute fabric) for a "soft bag" effect, or to be reinforced with interfacing for extra hold. Sherpa fabric is also an option.
LINING: Cotton poplin, chambray, seersucker, thin linen
Fabric Requirements & Supplies:
Please see FIND YOUR SIZE tab for exact fabric requirements.
Sizes:
W* x H x D = Width x Height x Depth
Small size bag: 27 x 14 x 5.5 cm
Medium size bag: 37 x 19 x 8 cm
Large size bag: 47 x 24.5 x 10.5 cm
*Width excluding side pieces for shoulder strap attachment
The Small size bag is ideal for children, or for adults who want a small bag for everyday use. The Medium size is perfect for adults (male or female); it's also suitable for children in maxi fanny pack. The Large size is a very large fanny pack, more suitable for adults.
Ability: Easy to Intermediate
