"The Louis " Leather Hobo - PDF Download Template & PDF Full Colour Brochure - £9.99

Louis Hobo Bag – PDF Handbag Template

The Louis Hobo Bag is a beautifully practical everyday bag with a soft, slouchy silhouette and a stylish round bugatti handle that gives it a unique designer look. It’s one of our original RJ Leather Studio designs and continues to be a favourite thanks to its effortless style and roomy interior.

This is a bag that’s as satisfying to make as it is to wear. With its internal and external zip pockets, secure magnetic closure, and versatile design, the Louis Hobo is ideal for carrying your daily essentials in comfort and style. The detachable baguette-style handle also gives you the option to add your own longer strap for a hands-free crossbody carry.

Designed especially for those sewing on domestic machines, this PDF template is perfect for beginners ready to take on their first leather bag project—or anyone looking to create a timeless piece with a modern edge.

Skill Level:

Beginner

Finished Dimensions:

34cm (L) x 34cm (H) x 10cm (W)
Handle Drop: 20cm

What’s Included:

• PDF pattern files to print at home (A4 and US Letter formats)

• A5 full-colour brochure with step-by-step written and photographic instructions

We recommend backing your paper pattern onto card. Here is a video to show you the process:

Suggested Materials:

• 8 square ft of lightweight leather (max 1mm thick)

• 1 metre of heavyweight iron-on stabiliser

• 0.5 metre of medium to heavyweight lining

• Bugatti handle + filler x1

• D-rings – 2 x 2.5cm

• Trigger hooks – 2 x 2.5cm

• Round magnetic clasp – 1 x 18mm

• Zip for internal pocket – 12 x 20cm

• Polyester or bonded nylon thread

Suggested Tools:

All RJ Leather Studio patterns are thoughtfully designed to be achievable using a domestic sewing machine. You will need:

• Teflon foot, roller foot, or walking foot

• Zipper foot

• Leather point needles size 110/18

• Scissors or rotary cutter

• Copydex glue or similar leather adhesive

• Hole punch & rubber mallet

• Rivet setting tool

• Awl or gel pen to score lines

• Burnishing gum (e.g. tragacanth)

• Metal or plastic ruler, cutting mat

• Iron & small screwdriver for the tassel holder

Copyright & Licensing Info:

You're welcome to sell the bags you create from this pattern at markets, in shops, or via your online store. Please credit us when you do:
“Handbag made by [your name], created from an RJ Leather Studio Pattern.”

Mass or factory production, pattern sharing, and use in teaching or workshops is strictly prohibited.