I love this pattern.
It took a little trial and error to get the lid fitted with a leather hinge instead of the zipper. I cut the pattern out and made a paper model first to get everyting to fit.
I increased the whole pattern by 25% cause I wanted it a little bigger.
I lined the bag rim with steel corset boning to keep it's shape. I cut the 2 center strips on the lid about 3" longer in the front so I could wrap it around the steel boning, cut a rectangle piece and stitched it on the inside.
Then I made a flap for the back, and installed 2 magnetic snaps. I used 2 snaps so it would stay secure, and didn't interfere with the lacing up the middle.
When I make this again, I'll probably move the D rings forward so it will hang more level.
I hope the pictures help illustrate what I did.
Now, you must show us yours. Please