5 sewing patterns to sew back-to-school backpacks 🎒

8 August, 2025

Going back to school is the perfect time to recharge and wear new sewing projects for the first time. We’ve chosen 5 backpack sewing patterns in different shapes, sizes and difficulty levels, ideal to customize this back-to-school must-have.
Choose your favorite fabrics and add your personal touch with our new fusible fabrics to create a 100% handmade backpack.

Sewing patterns to sew back-to-school backpacks

We suggest 5 sewing patterns that are both functional and stylish, perfect for carrying everything you need for going back to school.

1. Waterproof backpack

This backpack pattern is perfect with a large main compartment with a zipper closure, as well as an additional pocket on the front. To sew this backpack, we recommend using waterproof fabric.

Backpack sewing patterns

2. Kraft Backpack: Modern and versatile

Take your style and sustainability one step further with this PDF sewing pattern for this Kraft backpack. Made with waterproof Kraft paper fabric by Katia Fabrics. This backpack isn’t just resistant and practical, but also an icon of eco-friendly fashion. With this pattern and instructions, learn sewing techniques while you make an essential accessory for your everyday life.

3. Kids Backpack: Fun and colorful

Made with little ones in mind, this Kids Backpack is designed in vibrant colors and fun patterns. It’s lightweight and easy to carry, perfect for kids to start the school year with enthusiasm and joy. Sew this backpack design with our cotton canvas fabrics in solid colors and choose your favorite combination.

4. Urban Backpack: Free pattern

If you want to learn how to sew a basic backpack with a flap, front pocket and cord fastening, follow this free pattern. Use this sewing pattern to easily make a backpack combining your favorites colors of our new cotton canvas fabric.

5. Mini Explorer Backpack

This backpack pattern has a main compartment with a zipper closure, as well as an additional front pocket with a zipper and two side compartments on the side of the backpack made with mesh and elastic fabric to have easy access to your water bottle or whatever you want to keep there. To sew this backpack, we recommend using a waterproof fabric like our Polyripstop fabric for the outside and our new 3D Mesh fabric for the outer pocket.

Backpack sewing patterns

What do these backpack sewing patterns include?

  • Detailed step-by-step instructions: Clear and easy-to-follow instructions, perfect for both beginner and expert sewists.
  • List of materials: Everything you need, from fabrics to notions, so you don’t miss a thing.

Customize your backpack even more with Katia Fabrics fusible fabrics

Do you want to add a unique detail to your handmade backpacks? Discover our collection of fusible fabrics, perfect for adding names, fun shapes or creative details with no need for sewing.

These fabrics are easily ironed onto any project and are ideal for customizing backpacks, pencil cases and school accessories.

✨ Combine your favorite fabrics and patterns with the new fusible fabric sets and create original designs that reflect your little one’s personality. Make their back-to-school experience even more special!

Share your creations with us using the hashtag #Katiafabrics and show the world your sewing talent!

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