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Lumera - Easy Shoulder Bag Pattern

By Damjana Jakos • Last updated on Oct 26, 2025 • This post may contain affiliate links.

A shoulder bag pattern with minimal hardware that's both elegant and quick to sew.

Finally, a bag that's elegant and easy. Tailored to beginners, but nobody will know! It's available in 2 sizes, with minimal hardware and quick to sew - which makes an amazing sew-to-sell bag!

A beautiful handmade black faux leather bag hanging on a sleek faux leather shoulder strap.
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A bag you'll actually use every day, not just sew once and store away. Check out the features and see all the photos here!

Table Of Contents
  • Why you'll love sewing the LUMERA pattern
  • Customer reviews
  • Feature VIDEO
  • Finished Size
  • What is included in the pattern?
  • Pattern Tester Photos
  • More Patterns
  • Get Lumera PATTERN here!

This shoulder bag pattern in 2 sizes is an instant winner! A clean center seam gives it timeless style, while the handy interior pockets keep your essentials organized.

It's designed as a quick, beginner-friendly sew with minimal hardware - perfect for gift-giving or sew-to-sell projects.

Two beautiful handmade bags on a white table, one is black faux leather bag and the other is a regular size teal faux suede bag with a shoulder strap.

Why you'll love sewing the LUMERA pattern

  • Two sizes - roomy regular or cute mini
  • Slip + zipper pockets to stay organized
  • Beginner-friendly with minimal hardware
  • Works on domestic machines, stress-free sew
  • Clean design, easy to customize

A light, modern shoulder bag for every day.

Get the LUMERA Pattern
Two beautiful handmade bags on a white table, one is black faux leather bag and the other is a regular size teal faux suede bag with a shoulder strap.
→See LUMERA in 2 sizes

Customer reviews

'My first Lumera…. it will not be my last! I love this bag pattern!'

Adrienne G.

→ LUMERA Pattern
a finished color-blocked shoulder bag in white and black faux leather with a webbing strap.
A finished lumera shoulder bag in brown embossed faux leather and orange cork, and a wide webbing strap.

"I bought the pattern immediately as soon as I saw it and I stayed up late last night making one and I love it! Sara E.

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Feature VIDEO

Simple to make. Perfect to carry, every day.

A beautiful handmade black faux leather bag with a sleek faux leather shoulder strap.

You're welcome to sell handmade bags made with AppleGreenCottage patterns. Credit is appreciated.

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Skill Level - Confident Beginner

Don't worry - I walk you through every step with detailed photos and tips to get pro-level results. Just a few pages from the PDF sewing pattern:

an excerpt from the Lumera Bag PDF pattern sewing instructions shown on paper

This is a classic and a skill-builder pattern that you'll be able to use on all your future bags. I also made sure the construction process is targeting professional-looking results while minimizing bulk, so the pattern is suitable for a domestic sewing machine.

Finished Size

LUMERA regular - 11" wide, 10" tall, 3" deep (28 x 25 x 8 cm)
LUMERA mini - 8 ½" wide, 7" tall, 2 ½" deep (22 x 18 x 6.5 cm)

What is included in the pattern?

The pattern includes both letter and A4 size formats and all measurements are in inches and centimeters.

  • 10+8 pattern pages
  • 14 pages of instructions with clear photos for each step
  • + diagrams and tips to help you along the way
  • Printing guide + cutting instructions for rectangular pieces.

Yardage And Supplies

You'll need approx. 1 yard/metre of fabric total. Check the description in the shop for interfacing and hardware requirements.

Pattern Tester Photos

Here are a few beautiful Lumera Bags made by our talented testers - each one unique and inspiring!

Suede-look blue Lumera bag with patterned webbing strap and silver hardware.

Vicki's Lumera Bag in rich blue faux is so sleek and timeless - that strap just completes it perfectly! Visit her FB group Busy Bee Bags to see more of her beautiful bags.

Half-and-half Lumera crossbody bag in strawberry print cotton with pink lining and herringbone strap.

Sweet, fresh, and full of charm - Cara's strawberry Lumera Mini couldn't be cuter! Find her at @earlybirdstitches.

Blue faux leather Lumera bag with red contrast stitching and brass hardware.

Kay's Lumera bag in blue faux leather is beautiful - that contrast topstitching really pops! More photos at her IG channel, @kaytriffitt.

Floral and faux leather Lumera bag with half-and-half panel and adjustable strap.

The half-and-half design on Eleanor's Lumera looks so chic - that floral canvas print just shines! See more photos at @elsbelsboutique.

Mustard and teal faux leather Lumera bags with rivet accents and contrast stitching on a farm fence.

Noelle at @olddogsewing made two Lumeras in regular size: the teal faux leather version is timeless and classic, and the golden one with rivet details brings pure boutique elegance. Loving those rivets!

Ulrike at @thebusysewingroom used mustard denim and patterned upholstery fabric for the outer, quilting cotton for lining. Stunning, vibrant, modern!

Moira @sewuniquebymoira made three Lumera bags - one in elegant lace cork (see that handle!), one in beautiful cork with orange and golden accents, and one in beautifully quilted black faux:

These are on sale at the Westgate Galleria, if interested please contact https://shorelinepartners.co.uk/contact-us/

So much variety! Next one, for Rifle Paper Co. fans:

Karen's Lumera bursts with color and charm - a perfect mix of playful print and polished finish! Find more photos at @kaybecreationsnz.

Handmade Lumera bag interior with floral lining, zip pocket, and magnetic snap closure.

Mellissa paired the beautiful earthy tones of her densely woven canvas with perfect topstitching (stitched by hand!), and a stunning lining print. See more photos at @whistleandstitchstudio.

This beautiful lilac combo is by Michelle at @mgrahamsews - her mix of bold florals and smooth lilac faux makes Michelle's Lumera a true showstopper.

Handmade black faux leather Lumera crossbody bag with center seam and silver hardware.

Allie's black faux leather Lumera is sleek, timeless, and perfect for everyday wear. Find more photos at @alliesewcrafty.

A big thank-you to my amazing testers - your feedback and attention to detail made this pattern the best it could be.

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Get Lumera PATTERN here!

Whether you're sewing for yourself, gifting, or adding to your handmade shop, the LUMERa Bag is a sleek, timeless design you'll return to again and again.

If you make one, be sure to tag me with #lumerabag and #AppleGreenCottage on Instagram - I LOVE seeing your creations!

Ready to sew it?

👉Get the LUMERA Pattern here

Check out more of AppleGreen Cottage sewing patterns:

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  • a finished handmade crossbody tote in camel yellow suede and a beautiful, deer-printed quilting cotton with an edge of a samsung phone visible on the table
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Or make a few of my scrap-busting patterns for a matchy look: the Kalina mini Wallet is a popular choice among AppleGreen Cottage's mini patterns.

PS - And make sure to check out more photos from pattern testers ❤️

A beautiful handmade black faux leather bag hanging on a sleek faux leather shoulder strap.

Sew this EASY Bag!

→ See Pattern
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