FOR TESTERS ONLY | Classic Lunchbox PDF Pattern | Digital Download

This is a PDF pattern (digital download) for the Classic Lunchbox. Please note, this is a digital product, and you will not receive a physical item or paper pattern. As a digital download, all sales are final—refunds cannot be provided.

This pattern is written in English and uses imperial measurements. There are printable templates for every pattern piece if you prefer not to measure while cutting. SVG cut files are also included for the non-rectangular pieces for use with cutting machines.

Pack your lunch in style with this insulated classic-style lunchbox! Perfect for the office, school, or a sunny picnic in the park, it's a great unisex accessory for adults and kids. It features a convenient front zipper pocket, a lined slip pocket on the back, and a zippered mesh interior pocket to keep everything you need organized and easily accessible. A two-toned or accent vinyl handle ties in your piping for a cohesive final look. Pack smarter, eat better!

Purchase of this pattern includes:

• Step-by-step instructions with over 200 photos to guide you through three different finishing options
• Printable templates for all pattern pieces
• Cut charts for those who prefer to measure
• SVG files for all non-rectangular pieces to use with cutting machines

• Three Finishing Method Options: Binding, Drop-In, or the “Cheat” Method (using contact cement for a quick and easy finish that may surprise you!)
• Vinyl Piping Like a Pro: Discover how to make and use vinyl piping for a polished, professional finish on any bag.
• Waterproof Lining: Learn how to use coatings like Odicoat or Liquid Vinyl to make your bag easy to clean.
• Insulation: Instructions and recommendations designed to perform like store-bought lunch bags — without the bulk — as insulation stays out of the seam allowance.
• Organization: Three pockets keep your utensils, napkins, and snacks neatly organized and easily accessible. An interior mesh pocket can be used to separate items or store ice packs to keep everything cool.
• Professional Finishing Techniques: Learn how to sew a rounded zipper pocket opening with no visible backstitching, how to pattern match a slip pocket to a larger panel, how to quickly and precisely align magnetic snaps for a flawless finish, and more.
• Finished Size: Approximately 10 ¼” wide x 7 ¾” tall x 4 ⅛” deep.
• Plus! Over 200 step-by-step photos and recommendations for sewing options and material selection to keep the pattern domestic machine friendly!

• Exterior Fabric: 12'' roll of vinyl or one vinyl XL Double Panel
• Exterior Accent: 1/8 yard x 1 yard of a thin vinyl
• Interior Fabric: 1/2 yard of cotton woven or nylon repel
• Insulation: 1/2 x 3/4 yard of insulation like Insul-Brite or 1 yard x 12'' roll of 1/16'' - 1/8'' thick adhesive insulation
• 2/3 yard of Decovil Light (Pellon 525, 17'' width)
• 3/4 yard of Pellon SF101 (or similar with a 16-20'' width) if using a non-adhesive insulation
• 1/3 yard x 1/3 yard of mesh. I use the mesh from ByAnnie
• Two yards of 1/2” double-fold bias tape or 1'' fold-over elastic if selecting the binding method
• Two yards of stiff 3/32” cording. I use this: 3/32" Upholstery Firm Plastic Foam Welt Cord Piping
• Contact cement if selecting the drop-in “cheat” option. I use Tanner's Bond Contact Cement
• Coordinating thread
• Two or four fasteners (rivets and/or Chicago screws)
• Two 1” strap ends or two 1'' D-rings/triangle rings
• 1 1/4 yards of #5 zipper tape
• Four #5 zipper pulls
• 1/8” and/or 1/4” double-sided tape
• Optional: 5/8” grosgrain ribbon
• Optional: 3/4” double-sided tape or a strong spray adhesive like 3M Super 77 Multipurpose Adhesive
• Optional: If you'd like to waterproof cotton woven fabric for the lining, you can use Liquid Vinyl or Odicoat
• Optional: Edge paint (color and top coat) for the front panel zipper cutout
• Optional: Decorative magnet for back slip pocket
• Optional: Loctite Super Glue Easy Squeeze Gel (for screws)
• Optional: Nylon washers to reinforce fasteners. I use Nylon M4 4mm x 17mm x 1mm washers

• Universal 80/12 needle (for the lining if using a drop-in method)
• Microtex 100/16 and/or 110/18 for the exterior depending on material thickness chosen
• Narrow or zipper sewing foot
• All-purpose or compensating sewing foot
• Sewing clips
• Lighter (to seal raw edges of zipper tape)
• Tape to assemble pattern pieces
• Optional: Tool to apply edge paint. I use an orange wood stick, there are also roller end applicator tools that can be used instead
• Optional: Keyfob pliers (or other soft-tipped clamping tool) to compress bulky areas
• Optional: Seam roller tool
• Optional: Sewing edge guide (magnetic or screw-in)
• Optional: X-Acto knife or similar precision cutting tool
• Optional: Painter's tape
• Optional: Tailor's clapper