The Costermonger Bag — Merchant and Mills

Available from Wool Friends when we last checked. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

The Costermonger is the essential market tote designed as a backpack. Fill it up with wholesome goodies, leaving your hands free to tickle your dog. This is a simple satisfying sew that uses little fabric so ideal for using up some of your stash or making as a present. The instructions show you how to make it with leather or webbing. Finished measurements: length 45cm, width 40cm. All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless otherwise stated. Skill level: beginner Fabric suggestions: Oilskin, Dry Oilski