Sailrite® Waxed Canvas Roll-Top Backpack Pattern

Make your own custom vintage-inspired rucksack with this template pattern. For DIYers who prefer to choose their own fabric, notions and hardware pieces, this is the perfect solution! This paper template is plotted and numbered with all the template pieces needed to make our Sailrite® Waxed Canvas Roll-Top Backpack Kit (#126887, #126888, #126889, #126890, #126891, #126892).

The shape and design of this roll-top rucksack offers more storage capacity than a standard zipper-closure backpack. The rolled top allows you to expand or compress the bag depending on how much you need to carry. The unique rolled and buckled closure and waxed canvas material also provide added weatherproofing, keeping your goods dry and secure.

Once you choose your own fabric, notions and hardware, you can follow along with our step-by-step video tutorial to complete the backpack kit. Or use our tutorial as a guideline and make the backpack to your own specifications and liking — it’s totally customizable. The best part is that these template pieces are reusable, so you can make as many backpacks as you want.

Finished Backpack Measurements: 16"H x 12"W x 7”D, when rolled and fastened

Here are the materials needed to make the backpack shown in the video located in the Videos tab:

• DuraWax™ Light Waxed Canvas Cotton Duck 12 oz. Fabric — color of choice
• Dusty Chrome Tanned Buffalo Leather 4 to 5 oz. 12" x 24" Panel — color of choice
• YKK® Side Release Heavy Duty Buckle Black 1-1/2" #125370 (5 pack)
• YKK® Adjustable Strap Buckle Black 1-1/2" #120695 (5 pack)
• Sailrite® Snap Fastener Cloth to Cloth Set (Nickel-Plated Brass) #999001 (10 pack)
• Double Cap Rivets Nickel Plated (100 pack) #126844
• Heavy Duty Cotton Webbing 1-1/2", 10' — color of choice
• Lenzip® #5 Bridge Top Molded Tooth Zipper (Metal Single Pull Slider), 12" — color of choice
• Tex 90 Bonded Nylon Thread 4 oz. (1,100 yds.) — color of choice

Here are the tools needed to complete the backpack shown in the video located in the Videos tab:

• Scratch awl
• Rivet installation tool
• Snap fastener installation tool
• Hole cutter 1/8"
• Mallet
• Cutting mat
• Measuring tool
• Cutting tool
• Industrial sewing machine

If you follow along with our video tutorial, you’ll learn some valuable sewing skills and techniques including:

• How to sew a bag lining.
• How to create a bag pocket.
• How to sew a zipper.
• How to install bag fastener hardware.
• How to set rivets.
• How to sew webbing, leather and more.