The Neville Leather Backpack Kit - KIT - £119
About the Bag: The Neville Backpack Kit
It always surprises people when I say you can sew leather bags at home on your domestic sewing machine. It’s how I started my own leather bag-making journey—working on my old Bernina Record domestic machine. I wanted to share my love for bag making and show you just how easy and accessible it can be. All of our leather bag making kits have been meticulously designed to be achievable on a domestic sewing machine.
The Neville Leather Backpack is a practical and stylish design that’s perfect for everyday use—whether you're commuting, exploring on a day trip, travelling, or simply heading out hands-free. With its generous interior, wide and sturdy zip opening, and multiple pockets, it’s a functional bag with a beautifully structured silhouette. The front zip pocket is ideal for quick access to your phone or card, while the internal zip pocket keeps smaller valuables neatly tucked away.
This is a truly satisfying project for confident sewists, offering the challenge of working with structure, zips, layers, and shaping—yet completely achievable with the guidance provided and your domestic sewing machine.
Dimensions:
30cm (L) x 35cm (H) x 14cm (D)
Features:
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Wide, sturdy zip-top opening
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Front external zip pocket
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Fully lined interior
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Internal zipped pocket
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Adjustable backpack straps
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Structured silhouette
Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Approximate make time: 6–8 hours
Learning Outcomes
With this kit, you will learn:
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How to use stabilisers for structure and support
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How to sew and install multiple zips (external & internal)
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How to construct a structured leather backpack
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How to make and attach adjustable straps
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How to finish leather edges professionally
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Expert bag-making techniques throughout the process
You’ll come away with the skills and confidence to take on more complex leathercraft projects and push your sewing further than ever before.
What’s Included in Our Kits:
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Pre-cut leather panels – No cutting required, we’ve done it for you!
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Stabiliser & lining – To give your backpack the strength and structure it needs.
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A0 paper template – We recommend backing it onto card for durability.
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Instruction brochure (PDF) – Written and photographic step-by-step guide.
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Essential adhesives & finishes – Glue, double-sided tape, and leather edge polish.
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Topstitching & all-sew thread – For a durable and professional finish.
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Sewing machine accessories – A clip-on Teflon foot and two premium Schmetz leather point needles suitable for domestic machines.
What You’ll Need:
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A domestic sewing machine
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A cutting mat
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Scissors
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A cup of tea (optional, but highly recommended!)
Additional Tools for Finishing Your Bag:
(Available in our supplies shop)
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Rubber mallet
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Rivet setting tool
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Small craft knife
Want to test the waters before committing?
Try our Leather Sewing Trial Pack containing leather, a Teflon foot, and machine needles.
Perfect for giving leather sewing a go before purchasing a pattern, kit, or course!
BUNDLE OFFER
Take your leather craft journey to the next level with our Neville Backpack Bag Making Bundle! It includes:
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Everything in the full maker kit (worth £119)
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Access to our online course (worth £49.99)
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A bag of leather scraps (worth £25) with pieces large enough to make small leather goods or bag panels
Buy it all together and get 30% off your entire order.
Normally £193.99, NOW just £135!
🎥 Watch the trailer for the Neville Backpack Online Course:
Watch this video on how to set up a domestic sewing machine for sewing leather:
Ready to create something amazing? Order your Leather Bag Making Kit today and start your leather craft journey with confidence!
COLOUR OPTIONS
You now to have to choose which colour combo you would like for your bag. We have 9 leather colour choices and 3 metal hardware choices.
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Main Body Colour
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Zip Frame Colour x 2
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Side/Base
- Zip gusset
- Hardware Colour
See this video to show you our leather colour options: