I created this pattern after realizing I needed a better way to store my shoes when I traveled. I didn't want my shoes touching my clean clothes (especially if they got dirty!). And I wanted a fun way to store them (the best perk to making it yourself is choosing the fabrics in the style and color you want). These travel bags make a great gift. You can even make matching sets for the favorite people in your life!

This is a versatile pattern that is great for travel and shoe storage. The Let’s Go bag keeps any dirt on your shoes away from your clothes and other items in your luggage. Using the bag for shoe storage keeps your shoes safe and clean while they aren’t on your feet. The side gussets (folds that are added to the sides to provide extra volume) allow the bag to lay flat when not in use, and expand to fit a variety of different shoes or other items.

When making your own, there are three options for the look of your bag:
1. A continuous piece of fabric
2. Contrasting (different fabric prints) for front, back and gussets
3. Clear vinyl gussets – which allows you to easily see which shoes are inside the bag.
And, there are five different size options, XS to XL (baby shoes to adult shoes sizes), to make sure the bag fit is just right.

MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
Quilting Cotton Fabric for Exterior & Binding (1/3 to 2/3 yards)
1.9 oz Ripstop Nylon OR Quilting Cotton for Lining (1/3 to 2/3 yards)
Polyester Thread
Non-Separating Zipper
Polyester Webbing or Cotton Ribbon for Handle
OPTIONAL: 8 or 10 Gauge Clear Vinyl for Gussets
OPTIONAL: ½” Wide Double Fold Bias Tape for Binding
OPTIONAL: ¼” Washaway Wonder Tape

TOOLS
Standard Sewing Machine Foot
Zipper Sewing Machine Foot
OPTIONAL: Clover Wonder Clips

Included in the 11 pages if this pattern are in-depth instructions, and detailed diagrams to make 5 different sized bags in 3 different style options. Also included are bonus tag instructions to label your bag!

NOTES: This is a PDF pattern only. It will be available for instant download after payment is completed.
This pattern is for personal use only. No part of this pattern may be reproduced or sold without written permission of Katie Larson.

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