Sew your own bumbag
Bumbags are back!
Bumbags have made a stylish comeback. Remember when they were mostly associated with the socks-and-sandals crowd? Times have changed! Bumbags are back to stay.
Sew your own bumbag
Bumbags, belt bags and waist bags – they go by many names. Combining practicality with style, they're a wardrobe favourite. With our popular, award-winning sewing patterns, it's easy to sew your own.
Tips and inspiration
On this page, you'll find tips on choosing the best fabrics and accessories, along with plenty of inspiration for your project.
Sew your own bumbag with our award-winning sewing patterns
Sewing your own bumbag is easier than you might think. Our award-winning sewing patterns guide you step by step, so you can enjoy the process and look forward to a personalised bag you'll love using again and again. Choose from three different sizes to sew the bumbag that best suits your needs.
Create a bumbag that matches your style
Choose your favourite fabrics, play with colours and details, and create a bumbag that's uniquely yours. Whether you're new to sewing or have years of experience, our sewing patterns will guide you every step of the way to a beautiful finished result.
Fabrics for bumbags
When sewing a bumbag or any other bag, it's important to choose a fabric that's both durable and suited to the project. That way, you'll have a bag that lasts season after season.
Choose a sturdy, durable fabric
Sew a waterproof bumbag
Lining for bumbags
A bumbag that holds its shape
Want your bumbag to have great structure and lasting shape? Sew a layer of batting between the outer fabric and the lining. It adds extra stability, and because the batting is washable, you can easily freshen up your bumbag whenever it needs it.Recommended fabrics for bumbags
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Your bag, your style
It's the little details that make your bumbag truly unique. Choose from zips, webbing, buckles, sliders and snap hooks in a range of colours and materials.
Mix and match the details to suit your personal style. Whether you prefer subtle tone-on-tone combinations or bold colour contrasts, the choice is yours.
