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Free Pattern | Take Flight Knapsack | by See Kate Sew

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Today we are extremely excited to work with a brand new and extremely talented contributor!  Kate, of the fresh DIY sewing blog See Kate Sew, is with us today to share an uber cool knapsack.  This cutie is super hip for the guys and the girls.  Our Flight collection is the perfect backdrop for a unisex knapsack, don’t you think?  Now I introduce to you, the Take Flight Knapsack!

take flight knapsack by see kate sew

Hi! Kate here from see kate sew! I was thrilled to test out the new Flight line in knit. I was filled with inspiration as I sewed with it, I can’t stop thinking of things to make! My 3 year old son loves it, too! He calls the birds “airplanes” which I think is cute! They do look a little like airplanes!

take flight knapsack by see kate sew
take flight knapsack by see kate sew

This is such a great gender neutral fabric. I made this knapsack for my boy because he loves carrying stuff around, mostly dirt and trains. I hope he’ll use this for trains and NOT dirt, but we see I guess!

take flight knapsack by see kate sew
take flight knapsack by see kate sew

Click here to download the free printable pattern. It comes with all the pieces you will need.

Materials:
-1/2 yard Flight for main
-1/2 yard Flight in another color for contrast and lining
-3/4″ twill tape
-3/4″ velcro
flight knapsack pattern by see kate sew
-needle and thread
*Use 3/8″ seam allowance.

Note: You can make this knapsack up in Birch’s Organic Flight Knit, or even our Organic Flight Canvas!

flight knapsack by see kate sew

First cut out all your pieces according to the pattern.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Sew together the bottom and side strips at the short edges. Sew with right sides together.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Add a little “label” made from contrasting fabric to the front of your backpack. Sew all the way around and back stitch.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Pin and sew the sides and bottom piece to the front, sandwiching in twill tape strips where indicated on the front pattern piece.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Sew triangle pieces together with right sides together. Leave one edge open. Trim seam allowance and turn. Repeat so you have two triangles.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Baste triangles to back/flap piece where indicated on pattern piece. Triangles will face inwards.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Now sew the front piece to the back piece. The sides and bottom will be in the middle and the flap will extend beyond the side pieces.

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Repeat steps 2-7 with lining pieces, omitting the triangles. Sew twill tape to the top of the flap. Turn the main piece inside out. Keep the lining right side out.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Put the lining inside of the main backpack piece so that the right sides are facing. Line up the open edges and pin together. Then sew all the way around, leaving a 2-3″ opening on the front to turn.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Trim seam allowances and turn. Sew up opening with a needle and thread.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Cut velcro into little triangles. Sew onto backside of triangle and front flap.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

To make the loop, fold in half longways and sew at the side. Trim seam allowance and turn. Repeat the same steps for both strap pieces.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Sew the straps and loop to the back of the backpack. Turn ends under 1/2″ and sew in a rectangle to hold well. The bottom of the straps will be aligned on the sides of the backpack.

flight knapsack by see kate sew

Clip your threads, tie your twill tape in bows or knots and you are done! Enjoy your new knapsack.

take flight knapsack by see kate sew
If you haven’t seen this SUPERCOMFY outfit, the pattern is coming soon from See Kate Sew.  So make sure to check it out!

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Thank you Kate for sharing this pretty incredible and extremely adorable Knapsack with us!  Please share this fabulous tutorial with all your friends, and make sure to visit See Kate Sew for more inspiring patterns and DIY sewing projects!
 
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