This was my first major sewing project, and all done by hand. The Summit Pack pattern from Cloudsplitter Bags on Etsy was easy to follow, even the zipper installation. This was my first encounter with fusible interfacing, which is amazing – it can strengthen a normal cotton to stand up like a light canvas. I bought all the fabric and notions from Joann, and I didn’t intend for it to turn out like an Oreo, but it does look good 🙂 I modified some of the interior panels to have padded pockets, which are much more functional for me than credit card pockets.

I used a buckle on the strap so I could, theoretically, un-clip it from myself and/or clip it onto something. I added a little band at the top which is usually holding a carabiner to hold jackets, shopping bags, hats, etc.

Project completed March 17, 2017.