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