In this blog post, you’ll learn how to modify your favourite bag pattern to add a hidden zipper pocket, a sleek and functional detail that keeps your essentials secure while maintaining a clean design. This is the first step in a two-part tutorial: today, we’ll focus on adjusting the pattern, and in the next post,

I’ve always been a fan of hip bags—they’re the perfect solution to carry just the essentials, but here’s the problem: most of the ones I’ve come across in stores are way too small. I’d end up with a bag that couldn’t fit my phone, let alone my other must-haves like sunscreen, a wallet, or keys.