Travel Companions - THE LITTLE BUTLER (PDF+SVG)
This listing is for a downloadable digital PDF pattern that includes SVG cut files. (The PDF and SVGs are compressed into one downloadable ZIP file.) There are NO refunds or discounts issued once ordered/paid and/or the digital items are fulfilled.
Release: June 23, 2025
ABOUT
Part of the Travellers Companions pattern series, The Little Butler is personal valet tray in two sizes. The trays are collapsible using snaps, which enables them to be conveniently packed flat for travelling, and then snapped together for use. They are super fast to make. Minimal sewing is required. These trays are especially nice as a gift set for travel trotters.
As part of The Travel Companion Pattern Series, The Little Butler make a great set when paired with the separately available TAG ALONG pattern.
PRODUCT PHOTO GALLEY
Some of the images shown in gallery include both the TAG ALONG pattern (this listing) as well as the separately available LITTLE BUTLER.
PRODUCT PHOTO GALLEY
Images shown in gallery include both the LITTLE BUTLER pattern (this listing) as well as the separately available TAG ALONG pattern. These patterns are both part of the Travel Companion Pattern series, but sold separately.
LEVEL/SKILLS
Fast, fun and easy for all levels. Skills include hole punching and snap installation. Narrow topstitching is required. Pattern includes 1-page with photo-instruction however assembly is intuitive and you probably won't even need it.
CUTTING
Pieces can easily be cut by hand with a combination of scissor and rotary cutter. Or use the included SVG file with your cutting machine. Pattern includes detailed cutting diagrams with layout for pre-cuts and all pieces include dimensions
MATERIALS
Quantity (for 1 Tray Body with 1 Bottom)
- S-Small: 7.75"wide x 6.26"high
- Small: 8.35"wide x 10.25"high
Type
- If leather: Main Body: 3.25-4oz in medum temper | Bottom: 2-3oz medium temper (Tip: A double-sided leather such as "Gummy Boom" works great)
- If Non-Woven: Main Body in double-sided vinyl or a thicker/stiffer vinyl with a nice-looking back; or high quality cork (Double-sided vinyls and double-sided corks work great)
HARDWARE FOR ONE
- 4x snaps in 12.5mm to 15mm depending on material thickness
TOOLS/SUPPLIES
- Rotary cutter in combination with sharp scissors
- Snap installation tools
- Circular hole punch in 2.5mm (additionall having a 2mm punch helps)
- Double-sided tape or other adhesive
- Optional edge-finishing products (e.g. leather edge paint or non-bleed acrylic pain marker)
YOU TUBE VIDEO - Making the Little Butler
Vist the YouTube channel of Barbie Taylor of Jeannie's Designs.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER - READ BEFORE PURCHASE
This is for a downloadable file. Once downloaded, no refunds are given.
Please respect the work of the designer who put time and effort into drafting this pattern with it's pieces, methods and techniques.
You agree not to photocopy, reproduce, or share the pattern PDF or SVGs in any format with another individual or entity. You may make print copies for your personal use, and/or use the SVG with a cutting machine for your personal use. If you are an instructor using this pattern, your students must each purchase their own copy. You may not offer for sale acrylic templates, clicker dies, SVG/cut files, or embroidery file versions, from these pieces. You may not make acrylic templates or clicker dies from this pattern without contacting the designer and to inquire on the licensing fee. You may sell items you make from this pattern providing they are not mass-produced. If you have a business interest in re-selling this pattern, or want to make acrylic/templates or clicker dies using this pattern, please contact the designer for permission to arrange a licensing fee or a re-sale agreement. Contact info is on the web site.