PDF + DXF + Video for Saddle Horn Bag

Most saddle bags are made for serious packing, long rides, and heavy gear. These leather horn bags are different. They are small, practical, and made to sit beautifully at the front of the saddle, close to the horn, where you can keep the things you want within easy reach. The shape is compact, structured, and classic, with two matching leather bags joined by a shaped bridge that slips over the saddle horn / pommel area. Each bag has a rounded flap, buckle closure, hand-stitched edges, and enough room for small essentials without overwhelming the look of the saddle. This pattern teaches you to build a pair of traditional-style leather horn bags by hand. The brown leather version shown has a warm western look, but the design also works beautifully in dark brown, black, tan, distressed leather, crazy horse leather, or two-tone combinations. Designed for saddle use: These horn bags are made to sit at the front of the saddle, over the horn / pommel area. Saddle shapes vary, so always test the fit on your own saddle before final use. What's in the pattern PDF — Full-size templates Print at home on A4 or US Letter. No scaling, no recalculating. Every piece is labeled and ready to cut. Video tutorial — The complete build, filmed DXF files — For laser cutters and cutting machines Compatible with LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD, and most vector software. Digital download — available immediately after purchase. The finished horn bags Imperial Metric Height 8.3" 21 cm Width 6.7" 17 cm Depth 2.8" 7 cm Measurements are for each individual bag. Pair of leather horn bags — one bag on each side of the saddle horn Compact size — useful for small riding essentials Structured leather body — clean shape with a traditional saddle look Rounded flap design — classic and elegant Buckle closure — simple, strong, and easy to use Bridge piece designed to sit over the saddle horn / pommel area Works well in brown, tan, black, crazy horse, distressed, or two-tone leather Good project for western, trail, costume, historical, or decorative tack work Materials you'll need Part Weight / Thickness Amount Body leather Medium-firm leather, 6 oz / 2.4 mm Around 7 sq ft / 0.6 m² Bridge Firmer leather, approx. 9 oz / 3.6 mm Can be cut and lined from the same leather or a stronger strap leather Thread 1 mm waxed thread As needed Edge finish Edge dye / burnishing finish As needed Glue Leather contact cement / leather glue As needed Hardware & consumables: 2 × buckles — 1" / 25 mm 4 Chicago screws 1 mm waxed thread Edge dye or edge finish Leather contact cement / glue Tools: Leather cutter or sharp knife Stitching needles 1/16" / 1.5 mm hole punch Cutting mat Mallet or maul Ruler Scratch awl Edge beveler Edge slicker or burnishing tool Who is this for? This is a good project for leatherworkers who already have some experience with hand stitching, cutting accurately, gluing, and assembling shaped leather pieces. The bags are not large, but the build requires careful alignment so both sides look even and sit properly on the saddle. If you have already made a belt, pouch, small bag, motorcycle bag, saddle accessory, or structured leather case, this is a very satisfying next project. The video tutorial will guide you through the build, but take your time, check your print scale, and test the fit on your saddle before final use. Skill level: Intermediate Frequently asked questions Can I sell horn bags I make using this pattern? Yes — you can sell the finished leather horn bags you make. You cannot resell, share, copy, or redistribute the digital pattern files themselves. What format is the PDF? The pattern includes A4 and US Letter formats. Print at 100% — do not use “fit to page”. What software do I need for the DXF? Any vector software works — LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD, and similar programs. Is this a finished leather bag? No. This is a digital leathercraft pattern. No physical horn bag, leather, tools, saddle, or hardware are included. Does this pattern make one bag or two? The pattern is designed to make a pair of horn bags, one on each side of the saddle horn / pommel area. Will it fit my saddle? The bags are designed to sit over the horn / pommel area, but saddle shapes vary. Check the finished dimensions and test the fit on your saddle before final use. You may need to adapt the bridge or attachment area depending on your saddle. Can I use this for riding? The finished bags can be used for light items and small essentials, but always test the attachment, balance, and safety before riding. Do not overload the bags, and make sure nothing interferes with the horse, reins, saddle, or rider. Can I make it in different colors? Yes. The brown version shown is just one option. The pattern works well in classic brown, black, tan, distressed leather, crazy horse leather, or two-tone combinations. What leather should I use? A medium-firm leather around 6 oz / 2.4 mm works well for the main body. For the straps and closure parts, you can use the same leather or a slightly firmer strap leather. All digital files are for the buyer’s use only. Redistribution, resale, sharing, or copying of the pattern files is not permitted.