Sometimes we find ourselves needing to supersede something we used all the time and, because it'south a necessity, are kickoff inclination is to go but it at the store. That'southward what happened when the zipper on a backpack we used to run errands with all the time. Instead, however, we reminded ourselves how adept we are at making things and decided we'd have a lot more fun replacing the bag with something we fabricated ourselves! That's why we've been on a DIY backpack binge lately, looking up every pick and resource nosotros could discover.

Just in case you lot're as keen to try your hand at making yourself a DIY haversack equally we were, if not more, hither are 15 of the best designs, tutorials, and concepts that we stumbled upon in our search for guidance!

one. Denim scraps haversack

Denim scraps backpack

We'll fully admit that we're a lot more likely to choose a pattern or tutorial if in that location'due south some kind of upcycling elements involved in the process of making information technology! That's probably why this backpack from Salute to Cute which is fabricated from denim scraps and fabric ends of other kinds from previous projects, caught our center then well.

2. One eyed monster haversack

One eyed monster backpack

Perchance the backpack you're trying to replace really belong to one of your kids and not you, or peradventure your footling ones accept just grown a little bored with the plain, solid colour of their school handbag? Either manner, hither'due south a fantastic tutorial from Lia Griffith that shows y'all how to embellish the surface and pocket of the backpack with an eyeball and abrupt teeth made from felt in order to transform information technology into a monster!

three. Fluffy monster backpack

Fluffy monster backpack

Have weactually caught your attention with the fun thought of making a monster themed haversack but you'd actually prefer to have the idea a step further, calculation the texture and actually making the base of operations pocketbook yourself? In that example, nosotros think you'll go a real kick out of this fluffy monster backpack from IdunnGoddess that looks like it's wearing shades.

four. Fuzzy bunny backpack

Fuzzy bunny backpack

Monsters aren't the only things you tin can turn into soft, fluffy backpacks! But in case your picayune 1 isn't a big fan of monsters only really likes texture, here's an adorable fluffy bunny inspired backpack that comes complete with its ain little tail and ears. Get the full details for the pocketbook itselfand its bonus features in great item on Sew together Much Ado.

5.  Simple canvas haversack

Simple canvas backpack

Have you lot really ever had a soft spot for those classic, timeless looking sail backpacks that come in all kinds of solid colours but y'all just don't have the budget to go yourself a make name one right at present? In that example, we call back you lot'll be rather pleased indeed to discover that Adam Atkins has a full tutorial that teaches yous how to gull the way yourself with impressive accurateness.

half dozen. Simple drawstring backpack

Simple drawstring backpack

Are you really just in demand of a cute picayune haversack manner tote that doesn't need to agree anything particularly heavy? And so maybe yous'd prefer to make a simply styled purse like this drawstring backpack! We adore the fashion Alice and Lois used ribbons as the straps here and matched their colour to the details in the patterned pocket they put on the fact of the bag.

7. Quilted kawaii backpack

Quilted kawaii backpack

Were youvery intrigued indeed by the idea of making an entire fabric backpack from scratch but you just haven't seen an idea thatquite makes up your listen nonetheless? Then here's another lovely design for your consideration! Check out how Handmadiya made this beautiful Kawaii inspired backpack using sewing and quilting techniques.

8. Wide top backpack

Wide top backpack

Did y'all like the idea of using a less structure haversack like the drawstring tote nosotros showed you before simply you lot'd rather your handbag accept a meridian that stays wide and folds over, so y'all have an easier time accessing things quickly? In that case, we recollect you lot might get along a little better with something like this canvas broad topped blueprint from Trash to Couture.

ix. Fabric flap haversack with a pocket

Fabric fla[ backpack with a pocket

Are your little ones going off to school or play group for the first fourth dimension soon and you'd similar to go them start in the habit of taking a knapsack for when they start proper grade school, but they don't really have much to deport notwithstanding? Then attempt making them this beautiful beautiful, miniature fabric and flap purse to put their snacks in! DIY Tutorials Collection has all the details you'll need to make information technology happen.

x. Sling backpack with angled pockets

Sling backpack with angled pockets

If you lot've actually been scrolling through our list hoping to discover something that's a little more than unique in its shape or style than near of what you've seen then far, then nosotros're pleased to report that your patience has paid off! Check out how Some Scoundrel fabricated this cool A-line backpack with zippered pockets that follow its natural angle and a sling strap that sits across your chest.

11. Interior blueprint backpack

Interior pattern backpack

Are y'all really feeling quite torn between making a backpack that's naturally coloured so it matches everything and getting a little flake more fun than y'all unremarkably would with patterns and colours? So maybe yous'll enjoy the way Fastmade avoided having to cull between the two concepts at all past doing a neutral colour on the outside of their purse and an heady pattern on the inside, and so information technology peeks out every fourth dimension they unzip it!

12. Backpack from old jeans

Backpack from old jeans

We've already shown you lot a backpack idea made from denim scraps, just this culling version of a similar concept really urges you to apply the jeans as they already are! DIY Crafts Goggle box outlines step past step how to create a handbag using the waist and leg of an old pair of wider leg jeans to make the lesser of the backpack and a endmost flap. Use strips from the other leg to create the straps and handle and add dissimilarity by trimming the bag with another fun textile!

13. Custom haversack pocket addition

Custom backpack pocket addition

Perhaps you really still have a backpack that'due south usable and works quite well but you can't help wishing that it had a few more pockets for things that y'all need quick admission to? We've been known to lose our keys in the big compartment of ours before and spend mode too long looking for them in the deepest depths of our things, and so nosotros actually support this idea. Observe out how easily a useful pocket (in a neat contrast colour and everything) can be added to your bag courtesy of Ken Andrew Daily.

xiv. Easy drawstring backpack with a flap

Easy drawstring backpack with a flap

Have you really been thinking about how much you love the thought of a drawstring haversack simply you're always a fiddling worried that the pucker volition come loose at the peak if you don't pull difficult plenty? And so maybe you lot'd like to add a little bit of actress security by making a bag that has a flap too! Accept a look at how surprisingly easy that is on atelierRuth.

15. Raffia crocheted backpack

Raffia crocheted backpack

Just in case you're actually looking for something that takes a little more attempt and skill but you're feeling up for a challenge, here'south a wonderful raffia crocheted backpack pattern from Inspiration & Realization that lets you lot make a combination of the styles y'all've already seen on this list and liked, but with a piffling more detail and a slightly more rustic feel!

Accept you fabricated another kind of DIY haversack before that you dear using simply that you don't see hither on our list? Tell united states all well-nigh it or link us to photos of your finished handbag in the comments section!