Turn beloved trousers into your new favourite bag

We almost never photograph or clothes when they're worn-out and ready to go... But that's exactly when they're full of stories.

This Trousers to Travel Bag pattern showed you how to give those "I can't throw these out yet" trousers a second act as a study, everyday crossbody bag.

Designed by Curvy Stitches for second-act makers, this project is simple, scrap friendly and perfect for building an Act Two Wardrobe that actually feels like you.

What you get

🧵PDF sewing pattern and guide (with inches sand cms)

• Measurement-based cutting (no printer wrestling).
• Clean line diagrams for each step.
• Clear, friendly instructions written for real-life sewists.

📄 Inside the PDF:

• Cutting guide with exact measurements (in inches and cms).
• Step-by-step construction (bag body, lining, strap).
• Tips for working with written fabrics.
• Ideas to customise (pockets, closures, strap length).

Skill level & requirements

• Skill level: Confident beginner (you can see a straight seam on a sewing machine).

You'll need:

• 1 pair of adult trousers (light-medium weight works best).
• Lining fabric (or another scrap).
• Basic sewing tools (scissors, machine, pins/clips, ruler, iron).

No fancy equipment, special software or perfect studio setup required. Just you, some beloved fabric and a little time.

Who's it for?

This pattern is for you if:

• You have trousers you can't bring yourself to throw away.
• You love upcycling, slow wardrobe makes and me-made pieces.
• You're building a second-act life and want your bag to tell a story with you.

Notes

This is a digital PDF pattern, not a physical bag.

After purchase, you'll receive a download link to the file so you can start sewing right away.