Blue Ridge Bag Pattern

The Blue Ridge Bag is an intermediate rope tote featuring a nifty handle - with an option to wear crossbody style or as a shoulder bag! This pattern from The Mountain Thread Company features 5/16” rope, and give endless possibilities for customization - fabric wrapping, beads, fancy knots, you name it! The Blue Ridge Bag measures approximately 6” wide, 12” long and 8” tall.

This pattern from The Mountain Thread Company is available for instant download - check out the specially formatted section at the end of the pattern for easy printing at home! This pattern is a PDF document; no supplies are included in the purchase of this pattern.

This is an intermediate rope sewing project for sewists who are confident in steps like changing the machine needle, adjusting stitch length and width, pivoting, and tight turns. Prior rope sewing experience may be helpful, though not necessary.

tutorial videos to preview coiled rope basketry techniques! This pattern includes step-by-step instructions with detailed photos and graphics, plus loads of tips and tricks.

In addition to the pattern, you will need:

1. 3/16” rope)

2. Size 100/16 Denim Needle

3. Aurifil Thread

4. Sewing Machine with Zigzag Stitch

5. Scissors

6. Pins

7. Picot Comb