THE JACK TAR • Pattern

By Merchant & Mills, The Jack Tar is a paper sewing pattern.

Bag Details: This copious bucket bag has space for an almost infinite amount of stuff. Make it in traditional British oilskin, sturdy canvas, cotton drill or denim. The most useful of bags.

Fully lined with 3 divided internal pockets, for external pockets you will need an additional 30cm of self fabric.

Finished measurements: length 43cm, width 47cm.

Fabric Suggestions: Oilskin, Dry Oilskin, Mid-Heavy weight Cotton Canvas or Drill, Mid weight Denim (8-14oz) for the lining we suggest something like a simple cotton or Duck Canvas.

Fabrics Pictured: All by Merchant & Mill 12oz Organic Stanley Tan,13.5oz Bull Denim, Expedition Navy, Yellow Dry Oilskin & Grey Dry Oilskin. 

Trims required: Matching thread & a Jack Tar Hardware kit or:

2.5cm (1") Leather Strap 70cm

4 x Rivets approx 9mm

2 x D Rings 2.5cm (1")

1 x Magnetic Clasp

Webbing for Handle 1m (optional)

When inserting the rivets we recommend using a very solid surface like a cement floor so there is no movement.

Skill Level: Suitable for a beginner level.

All seam allowances are included and 1.5cm unless otherwise stated.

Photo credits: Merchant & Mills.