There’s something about getting ready for a trip—the anticipation, the packing, the hope that everything will fit just right. That’s where The Organized Traveler comes in.
On the outside, you’ll find a generous zip pocket—perfect for those essentials you like to keep close at hand. Inside, it’s designed to create a place for everything: a large pocket for your tablet or papers, several organizational pockets, pen slots, a key leash, and even a holder for your water bottle. There are over a dozen pockets in all.
With both handles and a shoulder strap, this bag moves with you—whether you’re navigating the airport, hopping in the car, or settling in for a weekend getaway. The finished size–about 13″ high x 16″ wide (22″ at the top) and 6.5″ deep–fits neatly under an airplane seat or at your feet in the car for easy access.
Over the years, I’ve sewn about 6-7 versions of this bag, each time tweaking the pockets inside to make it easier to find things. I took my Organized Traveler Bag to Europe last month and loved how easy it was to keep my stuff organized over a longer period of time.
So, on to the tester bags! It is always so fun to see what these amazing women will do with the pattern, and this time is no exception!
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If you’d like to get The Organized Traveler sewing pattern, it’s available now in both paper and PDF formats. From Friday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov 9, 2025, you can get a 20% discount off the pattern with the coupon code ORGANIZED.
