Once you have all you need to start this bag you will begin the prep process. Now if there is one rule that you take away from this is that you MEASURE TWICE & CUT ONCE. This maybe the most important rule when cutting anything. Below you will find the measurements of each piece.

(1) 20"x17"- This will be the back of the bag.

(1) 12"x17"- This will be the front of the bag.

(2) 10"x17"- This will be one of the front pockets and the back pocket.

(2) 7"x8"- This will be your front two pockets.

(4) 4"x1"- These straps will be for the Dee Rings on the sides of the bag and to hold the front buckles in place.

(2) 18"x1"- These will be the straps that wrap from the back to the front and attach to the two front buckles.

(1) 41"x4"- This will be the side gusset that holds it all together.

Remember we are going to be dying this bag. Some folks think I'm crazy by prepping each piece then dying but I find that if mistakes are made its within the first few steps. Since I will be dying the leather later we can cover up and mistakes with dye!