MARZIA BUCKET BAG — PDF SEWING PATTERN
Digital product terms
This is a digital PDF pattern for instant download. It is not a physical product.
- No refunds or returns – due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final.
- Do not share or reproduce – this pattern is for personal use only and may not be distributed in any way.
INTRODUCING THE MARZIA BUCKET BAG
The Marzia Bucket Bag is a stylish drawstring bag with a soft, slouchy shape that gives it an elegant yet relaxed look. Designed with both beauty and functionality in mind, it offers thoughtful details and practical storage while maintaining a polished appearance.
👜 Features
• Four exterior pockets for keeping smaller essentials within easy reach
• Two carrying options: short handles for a neat, polished look, or a fixed-length shoulder strap for a more relaxed style
• A drawstring and magnetic snap closure for secure access to the interior
• A spacious main compartment with a slip pocket and zip pocket for organized storage
• Constructed using the drop-in lining method for a clean, professional finish inside and out
📐 Finished Size
9" wide x 10" tall x 4" deep
🧵 Skill Level
Intermediate, but a confident and enthusiastic beginner bag maker can absolutely take this project on.
✨ What’s included with your purchase
You will receive a digital PDF pattern, which includes:
- 31 pages of clear, step-by-step written instructions with plenty of photos to guide you through each step
- A4 / Letter size printable templates (for home printing)
- A0 projector and copy shop–friendly file
- SVG cut files compatible with Cricut, Brother, and Silhouette machines
Tester bags gallery
Take a look at some beautiful makes by my amazing testers 💛

🎥 Video tutorials
1) Amber Mcclane — The Crafty Reporter
2) Barb Taylor — Jeannie’s Designs
3) Chanova Mabry — That’s Sew Nova
4) Kassiah Myers — SiahSwag
5) Kellie Toles — Sewful Creations
6) Leanne Clay — My Sewing Adventures
Acrylic Templates
Available from ARC Expressions & BryMaxx Precision.
Materials List
Exterior Fabric:
• Vinyl, faux leather, or leather – 5/8 yard (54 ” wide)
Lining Fabric:
• Quilting cotton – 1/2 yard (44 ” wide) OR
• Lightweight waterproof canvas – 1/2 yard (54 ” wide)
Medium-Weight Woven Interfacing:
• 5/8 yard (35 ” wide) OR 1 ¼ yards (20 ” wide)
Options: Pellon Shapeflex SF101, Vilene G700, or Wovenfuse
Stabilizer
• Decovil Light – 1/4 yard (35 ” wide × 5” height)
• Decovil Heavy (for the base) – 8 ¾ ” wide × 3 ¾” height .
Note: You may use two layers of Decovil Light as and alternative.
Tools & Notions
General Supplies
• Coordinating thread
• Fabric clips
• Clear acrylic quilting ruler
• Scissors & utility knife
• Zipper foot
• Erasable fabric pen or chalk
• Masking tape or duct tape
• Stapler & staple remover
• Seam roller
• Strong double-sided tape (1/8″ & 1/4″ widths)
• Fabric glue / super glue (to secure knots neatly)
• Stiletto or awl
• Hand sewing needle
• Iron & ironing board
• Hump jumper (optional but helpful; scrap fabric may be used instead)
Rivet & Grommet Tools
• Rivet setting tools
• Grommet press with matching die OR anvil + setting tool
Edge Painting Tools
• Awl or edge paint roller for application
• Extra -fine sandpaper (800 –1000 grit )
• Edge paint products (choose your preferred brand).
For this pattern, I used:
o Giardini Basecoat Dense
o Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint (Black)
o Giardini Extra Matte Topcoat
Hardware & Zippers
• 1x 14 mm magnetic snap
• 2x 3/4" d -rings
• 2x 3/4" swivel clips
• 2x zipper ends (optional; can tie knots instead)
• 1x metal logo label tag
• 5x purse feet
• 12x #2 grommets – 3/8″ (10 mm) inner diameter
• 12x rivets
• 1x 8″ long #5 Interior Pocket Zipper — with 1 pull
Selling policy
You are welcome to sell bags made from this pattern, as long as they are produced in a home-based setting.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at: contact@kaurthreads.com