40 Litre Ultralight Frameless (*) Backpack PDF Sewing Guide Pattern Instructions

PDF guide and pattern for making your own 40L ultralight backpack, and an additional complementary 25 page beginner sewing guide, regularly updated!

A 40L frameless backpack, following the design of modern ultralight packs: a large roll-top main compartment with multiple external, easy access, generously sized pockets. Optional removable webbing hipbelt. The main compartment is approximately 35L, with 5L of side pocket volume, and variable additional storage depending on pocket options.

*Although a frameless backpack guide, the instructions include an optional sleeve that allows you to insert a piece of curved tube, or a well shaped bit of plastic/foam, as a frame for a slight improvement in carrying comfort. There are no load lifters, padded hip belt or frame instructions, as these will be covered in the range of Prickly Gorse Framed Backpack sewing guides coming soon.

Difficulty: Intermediate. Some tricky seams and curves, and bulky areas. A practice run with scrap fabric is recommended.

Detailed instructions tailored to the complete beginner, although experienced sewers will have lots of learn also. No confusing abbreviations, all written in plain verbose English.

A4, US Letter and A0 printable pattern, plus full colour sewing guide and complementary beginner sewing guide

Prickly Gorse sewing guides aim to be the definitive guides for getting you sewing your own outdoor gear, from total beginner to expert.

Not for commercial use.