Frequently asked questions
How do I download this pattern?
The pattern is free. Press the download button under the description — 1 file (PDF, 268 KB) are saved as one ZIP archive. You can also download each file separately from the file list below.
How do I print the pattern at actual size?
The pattern is laid out on A4 paper — 16 pages. Print at 100% scale (“Actual size”) with “Fit to page” turned off, and check the test square or a piece dimension with a ruler before cutting.
Is this pattern good for beginners?
This is a medium-difficulty pattern: it helps to have made one or two simple pieces first — straight stitching and clean edges show here. For a first project, see Easy leather patterns for beginners.
What leather should I use?
The body is usually cut from 1.4–2 mm (3.5–5 oz) leather, handles and straps from firmer 2.5–3.5 mm (6–9 oz) leather. Makers often give the exact thickness — check the description and notes on the pattern page.
What language are the instructions in?
The instructions and pattern labels are in Russian. If you don’t read it, follow the drawings; the description on this page is in English.
Who made this pattern?
The maker is Мирьям Левентон. The pattern belongs to the maker; links to their original video or shop, where known, are on this page.
