I found (by accident) a great way to sew with vinyl. I placed a line of 3" X 5" Post-It notes on the vinyl a 1/4" from the edge all the way down the length on the front and back of the vinyl piece, adhesive side at the 1/4". It sewed with zero sticking or tugging and then I re-used same sticky notes to do the opposite side! It worked like a charm. No residue remained and I didn't have to go buy new and expensive "Teflon" feet for my new Bernina 740. I have Teflon feet for my old Bernina (5.5mm stitch width), but the wider feed dogs on this new machine (for the 9mm wide stitches) didn't give good control. This is cheap and so very effective. Unlike the loose printed tissue type paper that comes between the vinyl when you buy it. I had tried using that to help sew, but it moves all over the place and cellophane tape will leave the adhesive glue behind, if used on vinyl (found this out by accident also!) Blue "Painters" tape needs to be used carefully, again the adhesive can be left on the vinyl when you remove the tape, and it is very hard to get it off and it leaves the vinyl with a hazy appearance where it was removed. I hope this tip helps many crafters! Thanks for this tutorial!
Newbie here thanks for the video. Hadn’t seen the what seems electrical rotary cutter Also could you do measurements and how to cut fabric video. I tend to mess up a lot 😅
Great tutorial! I improvised the cutting a bit to utilize my pieced scraps, but am very pleased with the results. I cut the exterior pieced back 16 x 18 1/2; I used 2 pieces cut 14 x 18 1/2 then sewn together to make the pocket out of pieced fabric that shows through the vinyl window and a solid fabric for the lining; I also used a solid for the back lining cut 16 x 18 1/2.
Thanks for the great tutorial. I have picked up some excellent tips from you. I've been watching a few tutorials by other makers. I like that you don't have to bind the edges to finish on your version and of course it is much bigger plus the hidden pocket is genius. Thanks again!
Okay a few things: First, GREAT tutorial! Super informative. Even as an experienced bag maker this still is super informative! Second, love the angles & editing! You nailed it. Third, I need to buy these bags😍😍
Loved your tutorial! I am not so hot at the binding thing and this is a perfect alternative for me to try out. Your instructions are perfect and so easy to understand. Can’t wait to get some fun fabric and give it a whirl! 🙂
Please don’t apologize for the dog toy squeaks. We lost both of our dogs a couple months apart and I’d give anything to film a tutorial where they’re playing in the background again. Most people don’t mind. Thank you for a great tutorial!
Great tutorial. They say to place the paper that comes with your vinyl between the plastic and bed of machine and the fabric will flow through more easily. Had a rough time watching with those wonky angles. Pretty sure I was not the only one. Thought for a minute we were on a downhill slope. When one has a TBI or a seizure disorder, it messes with the psyche and throws us off. Thought you should know. Thanks.
This is the best project bag I've seen because of it's size, large enough to fit a small Q-Snap and all the tools needed, and especially because of the handle! 👏👏👏🎯🎯 And on top of all that, it has a vinyl front! Absolutely gorgeous and very practical! 🎯 So, do you sell them, and if so, where can I buy them? Thanks. 🌷🌷🦋🦋🌷🌷🙂
I am sorry I am answering comments from my phone and the bottom part of your message was cut off. I do not sell project bags. I just noticed these comments as this is an old video and You Tube does not do a great job letting us see comments from old videos
What is the finished size of this bag? Would be helpful to include the finished size before cutting fabrics to make sure the bag size is what I want. Thanks!
I use the lines on my cutting mat. I put the fabric down on the line. Then I take the already sewn piece that I have just added tape to the vinyl and I try to make sure the vinyl is also straight using the lines as I set it onto the fabric.
Dawn Marie, I have a question about these instructions. You instruct to cut 2 inches by the length of the fabric and then cut in half with gives you 4 pieces that are 2 inches by 22. (If you are buying 1 yard(36 inches long) how do you get the right length. I think that you probably mean the width of fabric, not length.
I typically cut whenever possible selvage you selvage WOF however if you use a directional fabric you will need to cut based on the fabric design in which case you need to buy a bigger piece of fabric.
Thank you. I was cutting using the cutting instructions and it was just confusing for me. I rewatched the video a couple of times and paused it to make sure I was cutting the correct direction.
I don't understand. I make these, and always pin through the vinyl, it is where it will never be seen, and no worse on the vinyl than the sewing needle ????
If pinning through the vinyl works for you then you should definitely keep doing it. My pins are quilting pins and I don’t want to dull them plus I love the speed and ease of double stick tape.
Hello, there. Nice job explaining everything. Just a couple of questions: What weight/loft fusible fleece are you using. What kind and weight of fusible stabilizer are you using? thank you. :o)
The fleece I use is typically pellon 987f low loft and the stabilizer is pellon 911ff featherweight. If I find something else on sale though I have no problem switching them out.
Sorry for the delay. I have not made a video in about 6 months so I don’t check the site very often. Unfortunately I do not sell my bags. They are a great size though. Thank you for commenting and liking them!
@@dmscraftyvortex I like to live with the philosophy that if you can't say anything nice...which is why I apologized. I'm going through a vertigo "issue" right now...so it made me dizzy...LOL. I did love the tutorial though. very much. I'm just picking up cross-stitching again. I've started knitting too. I live alone with my dog in Alaska and with the pandemic I'm not going anywhere but to my stash of crafts. One needlework project was almost finished when I found it again that hadn't been touched since 1982. So, now I've made 6 fabric-only craft bags and wanted to make one with plastic and fabric. Thank you for being kind and not taking offense.
Oh no I have had vertigo a couple of times. It is the worst! I hope you feel better soon. Those of us with crafts are so much luckier then the rest dealing with all this stay home. Stay safe!
I tried to make this bag. I don’t think I am understanding. I am new to sewing and know nothing. I bought a half yard of fabric in each color and I don’t have enough of the main color fabric. I have tried everything I can think of and the only conclusion I can come to is a half yard is not actually enough fabric. I think I need a yard. Help please!! I really love your tutorial and want to make this but I need some clarification.
These measurement are only good if you do not use directional fabric. Out of the main fabric you need 2 two inch strips -cut in half 2 four inch strips-cut in half 1 sixteen inch strip cut into two 16x18 1/2 for a total of 28 inches. I would buy a yard to be safe as they don't typically cut fabric straight plus if you miss cut. The pocket fabric is cut 27 x 18 1/2 however if you want to just buy a half yard of fabric you can change all your 18 1/2 to 18. Then fold in half and iron do not cut. You will have a piece 13 1/2 by I hope this helps. If not let me know and I will try to go into more detail. Good luck!!!!
@@dmscraftyvortex when I lay the fabric down to cut. The 18” is the height and the width is however long the fabric width comes? Is that correct? You said you folded the fabric twice but then it isn’t tall enough. That is what made me think I actually need a yard.
The main fabric will be length of fabric typically about 44 inches by 36 inches if you buy 1 yard. You can then fold it to cut. If you fold it twice it will now be 11x36 inches. If that isn't clear shoot me an email and I can send you pictures. DMCraftyVortex@gmail.com
@@dmscraftyvortex thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I am sure the rest will go much smoother. Thank you also for making this tutorial. Once I get this down. I will have more bags than I will know what to do with. 😉
Please do not hesitate to send me an email if you need any additional information. I added additional detail to the description section to help clarify as well. I can't wait to hear about your finished bags!
Very thorough and detailed explanation with wonderful demonstration! Great job
Thank you very much!
Hah😂 your cat had to debut when you here talking about the directional fabric! Love it!
I found (by accident) a great way to sew with vinyl. I placed a line of 3" X 5" Post-It notes on the vinyl a 1/4" from the edge all the way down the length on the front and back of the vinyl piece, adhesive side at the 1/4". It sewed with zero sticking or tugging and then I re-used same sticky notes to do the opposite side! It worked like a charm. No residue remained and I didn't have to go buy new and expensive "Teflon" feet for my new Bernina 740. I have Teflon feet for my old Bernina (5.5mm stitch width), but the wider feed dogs on this new machine (for the 9mm wide stitches) didn't give good control. This is cheap and so very effective. Unlike the loose printed tissue type paper that comes between the vinyl when you buy it. I had tried using that to help sew, but it moves all over the place and cellophane tape will leave the adhesive glue behind, if used on vinyl (found this out by accident also!) Blue "Painters" tape needs to be used carefully, again the adhesive can be left on the vinyl when you remove the tape, and it is very hard to get it off and it leaves the vinyl with a hazy appearance where it was removed. I hope this tip helps many crafters! Thanks for this tutorial!
Thanks for your great tip.
Oh my gosh! Thank you for sharing this! I have been looking for this pattern for a long time! ❤️
Perfect tutorial…….Thank you.
Love the size AND pocket!
Thank you! I hope the video was helpful.
Excellent and meticulous tutorial!
Love the bag. Thank you.
Amazing tutorial made even better by the cute animals in the background! I can’t wait to get the supplies to make this!
Let me know if you have any questions. And please tag me on Instagram if you post any pictures. I’d love to see them.
Love the ironing board😊
Love the larger size and the second inner pocket, it is March, 2024 so your video is still here just as you were wishing.
Wonderful tutorial and a great variation to the method I have used. Many thanks.
I like bag for embroidery and hand quilting projects. Thank you. Very good instructions. Easy to fallow. Thanks
Gypsy Firefly by Aimee Stewart
Newbie here thanks for the video. Hadn’t seen the what seems electrical rotary cutter Also could you do measurements and how to cut fabric video. I tend to mess up a lot 😅
I really liked your video. I'm going to use the bag for unfinished projects.
Thank you!
I’m terrified of zippers have to get over th fear lol love your technique. I don’t have a Bernini but cross my fingers 😊
Very nice i love project bags but i found this a bit complicated.
Great tutorial! I improvised the cutting a bit to utilize my pieced scraps, but am very pleased with the results. I cut the exterior pieced back 16 x 18 1/2; I used 2 pieces cut 14 x 18 1/2 then sewn together to make the pocket out of pieced fabric that shows through the vinyl window and a solid fabric for the lining; I also used a solid for the back lining cut 16 x 18 1/2.
I bet it looked spectacular! I love when people branch out and make it their own.
Love it very well done. Thanks sooo much for sharing 🎈
Thanks so much 😊
Great tutorial. I wish I had found you before I made my first bag. It would have turned out much better.
Now you have an excuse to make another lol. Glad you liked the video.
Thanks for the great tutorial. I have picked up some excellent tips from you. I've been watching a few tutorials by other makers. I like that you don't have to bind the edges to finish on your version and of course it is much bigger plus the hidden pocket is genius. Thanks again!
Please tag me on Instagram if you make one! I would love to see it.
Love you omg!! Came from michelle bendy recommendation. Super excited to binge-watch!
Thank you soooo much for watching! And might I add your kitten is just super adorable not to mention your incredible cross stitching as well!
Me too! Love your videos and your kitten. 🙂
Great tutorial, thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Okay a few things:
First, GREAT tutorial! Super informative. Even as an experienced bag maker this still is super informative!
Second, love the angles & editing! You nailed it.
Third, I need to buy these bags😍😍
Thank you! I was super nervous releasing this video.
Loved your tutorial! I am not so hot at the binding thing and this is a perfect alternative for me to try out. Your instructions are perfect and so easy to understand.
Can’t wait to get some fun fabric and give it a whirl! 🙂
If you have any questions when you start making it let me know and tag me on instagram if you post a picture. I would love to see your bag done.
Very good teacher: everything is explained! It’s like you hold our hands! Thanks! I am going to buy fabric and begin! Thanks a lot!
Please let me know how your bag turns out!!! I’m so glad you liked the video.
Please don’t apologize for the dog toy squeaks. We lost both of our dogs a couple months apart and I’d give anything to film a tutorial where they’re playing in the background again. Most people don’t mind.
Thank you for a great tutorial!
Great tutorial. They say to place the paper that comes with your vinyl between the plastic and bed of machine and the fabric will flow through more easily. Had a rough time watching with those wonky angles. Pretty sure I was not the only one. Thought for a minute we were on a downhill slope. When one has a TBI or a seizure disorder, it messes with the psyche and throws us off. Thought you should know. Thanks.
Great tutorial...you sound like a fellow New Englander...
Lol my entire life.
Great video thank you for sharing your tutorial with us. Have a great day and happy stitching 🧵😊❤️🤗
You are so welcome!
This is the best project bag I've seen because of it's size, large enough to fit a small Q-Snap and all the tools needed, and especially because of the handle! 👏👏👏🎯🎯 And on top of all that, it has a vinyl front! Absolutely gorgeous and very practical! 🎯 So, do you sell them, and if so, where can I buy them? Thanks. 🌷🌷🦋🦋🌷🌷🙂
Glad you like it!
@@dmscraftyvortex How about answering my question?? You failed to answer my question! What's up with that since you obviously read my comment?!
I am sorry I am answering comments from my phone and the bottom part of your message was cut off. I do not sell project bags. I just noticed these comments as this is an old video and You Tube does not do a great job letting us see comments from old videos
Great tutorial! I too have been sewing bags but definitely picked up some great tips! Thank you! Definitely making more bags!
I’m so glad there was something in there that helped a little! Happy stitching!
great tutorial!
Thank you!
Seeing you cut after basting stitch what measurement do you use off the edge to sew baste stitch and then cutting what measurement from stitch??
I see as close to the edge as I can for my basting stitch
What’s the purpose of the uneven ends of fabric on the two sides of the zip? I think I may have missed a step 😖
I’m not sure what you mean by uneven fabric? Please feel free to email me a picture so I can see what you are talking about
What model is your Bernina? It looks like mine.😻
I have a Bernina B350 Patchwork Edition which I love ❤️
I bought gobs of material at resale and now I know what to make with it.
Yay! Let me know how it goes.
I think it was very informative but the angles made it a little difficult to watch on my TV but I really appreciate your tutorial.
Thank you for watching. My “camera man” had the phone at the wrong angle and I didn’t realize until I was editing. 🤣😂
What are the rotary cutters you are using and where could I get them please? I can’t seem to find them online.
Joann fabrics
What kind of double sided tape are you using? I have some steam a seam tape and that didn't work.
I just buy regular DS tape off Amazon. My last batch was Chuangdi 6 mm wide.
What is the finished size of this bag? Would be helpful to include the finished size before cutting fabrics to make sure the bag size is what I want. Thanks!
About 17 inches wide by 15 inches high.
When adding the bottom and sides to the vinyl are you just lining it up with the first fold?
I use the lines on my cutting mat. I put the fabric down on the line. Then I take the already sewn piece that I have just added tape to the vinyl and I try to make sure the vinyl is also straight using the lines as I set it onto the fabric.
Dawn Marie,
I have a question about these instructions. You instruct to cut 2 inches by the length of the fabric and then cut in half with gives you 4 pieces that are 2 inches by 22. (If you are buying 1 yard(36 inches long) how do you get the right length. I think that you probably mean the width of fabric, not length.
I typically cut whenever possible selvage you selvage WOF however if you use a directional fabric you will need to cut based on the fabric design in which case you need to buy a bigger piece of fabric.
Thank you. I was cutting using the cutting instructions and it was just confusing for me. I rewatched the video a couple of times and paused it to make sure I was cutting the correct direction.
Excuse my ignorance but I’ve seen videos with zipper badges and they used the zipper as the turning point??
I have never been taught how to sew a zipper. I just do what worked for me.
I don't understand. I make these, and always pin through the vinyl, it is where it will never be seen, and no worse on the vinyl than the sewing needle ????
If pinning through the vinyl works for you then you should definitely keep doing it. My pins are quilting pins and I don’t want to dull them plus I love the speed and ease of double stick tape.
Do you sell these projects bags ?
No sorry I don’t
Love your video. Was wondering what type of tape are you using?
Just some double sided tape I bought off Amazon I use 6mm wide. Chuagdi was the brand I got last time.
Hello, there. Nice job explaining everything. Just a couple of questions: What weight/loft fusible fleece are you using. What kind and weight of fusible stabilizer are you using? thank you. :o)
The fleece I use is typically pellon 987f low loft and the stabilizer is pellon 911ff featherweight. If I find something else on sale though I have no problem switching them out.
Could you please reply to my question? Do you sell your bags? Thanks. 🙂🦋🌷🦋🙂
Sorry for the delay. I have not made a video in about 6 months so I don’t check the site very often. Unfortunately I do not sell my bags. They are a great size though. Thank you for commenting and liking them!
I loved the tutorial. Sorry, not too thrilled with the camera angle at times.
Glad you liked the tutorial. Don’t be sorry I’m not thrilled with some of the angles either. My husband did the video taping 🤦🏼♀️
@@dmscraftyvortex I like to live with the philosophy that if you can't say anything nice...which is why I apologized. I'm going through a vertigo "issue" right now...so it made me dizzy...LOL. I did love the tutorial though. very much. I'm just picking up cross-stitching again. I've started knitting too. I live alone with my dog in Alaska and with the pandemic I'm not going anywhere but to my stash of crafts. One needlework project was almost finished when I found it again that hadn't been touched since 1982. So, now I've made 6 fabric-only craft bags and wanted to make one with plastic and fabric. Thank you for being kind and not taking offense.
Oh no I have had vertigo a couple of times. It is the worst! I hope you feel better soon. Those of us with crafts are so much luckier then the rest dealing with all this stay home. Stay safe!
You are closing with a ladder stitch. 🙂
I found this video masterfully confusing. Taking something so simple and making it a mind-boggling mess of numbers and measurements.
I tried to make this bag. I don’t think I am understanding. I am new to sewing and know nothing. I bought a half yard of fabric in each color and I don’t have enough of the main color fabric. I have tried everything I can think of and the only conclusion I can come to is a half yard is not actually enough fabric. I think I need a yard. Help please!! I really love your tutorial and want to make this but I need some clarification.
These measurement are only good if you do not use directional fabric.
Out of the main fabric you need
2 two inch strips -cut in half
2 four inch strips-cut in half
1 sixteen inch strip cut into two 16x18 1/2
for a total of 28 inches. I would buy a yard to be safe as they don't typically cut fabric straight plus if you miss cut.
The pocket fabric is cut 27 x 18 1/2 however if you want to just buy a half yard of fabric you can change all your 18 1/2 to 18. Then fold in half and iron do not cut. You will have a piece 13 1/2 by
I hope this helps. If not let me know and I will try to go into more detail. Good luck!!!!
@@dmscraftyvortex when I lay the fabric down to cut. The 18” is the height and the width is however long the fabric width comes? Is that correct? You said you folded the fabric twice but then it isn’t tall enough. That is what made me think I actually need a yard.
The main fabric will be length of fabric typically about 44 inches by 36 inches if you buy 1 yard. You can then fold it to cut. If you fold it twice it will now be 11x36 inches.
If that isn't clear shoot me an email and I can send you pictures. DMCraftyVortex@gmail.com
@@dmscraftyvortex thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I am sure the rest will go much smoother. Thank you also for making this tutorial. Once I get this down. I will have more bags than I will know what to do with. 😉
Please do not hesitate to send me an email if you need any additional information. I added additional detail to the description section to help clarify as well. I can't wait to hear about your finished bags!
Sorry angle of video made me feel sick 😮
If you left the zip open you wouldn’t have this much trouble
FYI... thedailystitcher.com is a nice Maine lady who has an awesome stitching site... and she is sooooo fast!
Thank you! I do stalk her site often.
Thank you so much. Really enjoyed your video!
Thank you