What an obvious reason (that i never thought of before seeing you do it) to start and end your sewing on a piece of scrap fabric , double stitching at the beginning and ending of your seam to lock your thread in place. So, THAT'S how you keep your seams from having those tiny bits of thread when you cut it off. TYSM for sharing this video with us. I've been searching for such a zipper bag pattern. YAAAY !!! Finally found one !!! 😉😻❣️😍
And how you sew the two pieces of fabric together, then, sew them both onto the zipper in one pass is a wonderful thing to do, making it easier to produce a bag or pouch. Using a longer zipper is a great tip, too !!! So many tips in this video. TYSM for sharing it. 😍❣️😻
After the Saturday "live" I experimented with different sizes and zipper placements. I made one for clean masks and one for used masks. I used double-sided tape to hold the zipper to fabric. Made for fast stitching! Thanks for the inspiration! Love the swirls quilting! Good job Robin!
Thank you. Yes, double sided tape is a very handy tool for zippers. There’s also a fusible I think from heat & bond that comes on a roll. It’s perfect for a quick hem too.
Thank you so much for this. I’ve seen these types of pouches in stores for sale but didn’t know the method. You explained it very well. I’m now thinking of lots of other applications for it such as large purses or totes. Thank you for your time to do this video.
I think I might have found what I am going to give to my school kiddos, if I can figure out how to have enough time. We will be going into the building after Winter Break, and these will make good pencil pouches.
Thanks Robin - I just happen to have leftover fabrics from lounge pants cut with matching zippers but no idea where to start making the pouches 👍 also, Leslie's mention of long selveges was brilliant as I have been cutting them out by the yard. Have a good weekend all. Susan
Thank you for your video on how to sew a front zipper pouch. Although I have not tried your pouch yet, it certainly looks so much more straight forward than the pouches with zipper on the top with tabs at either end I have made in the past. Look forward to giving it a try. G'day from Peta in Australia
You’re very welcome. If you’d like to try the top zipper again I have several helpful videos for that style also. This video has been popular for those just starting out with zippers. m.ruclips.net/video/raIza6Cw19k/видео.html
Nice pouches. I've used both seam methods when making these - overlock edges and french seams. The aprons I'm making are giving me some LONG selvedges, so one day I'll use some up in this style of pouch. Happy sewing Robin and have a great weekend :)
I’ve never used french seems in a zipper pouch. Until today that is. I found I need a little more practice with French seams. You will have long selvages from all of your apron sewing. You can have a little fun with them. Enjoy your weekend. I think we’ll both be in our sewing spaces doing what needs to be done.
Thank you for this instructive video...adorable bag! Would so appreciate a video for a large, lined, boxed bottom bag (cutout corner square style) with this style of zipper, either installed an inch down from the top or at the top of the bag. Thank you for all you share!
I have this older video that shows a bit about boxing the corners of a project bag. I will also add It onto my video list for a future tutorial. Thanks!
Another great tutorial, thanks Robin! I noticed your regular machine foot has a black spring button on it. Mine has one too and I only found out what that little button does a few days ago!! Mind you, I've owned my Janome Memorycraft 7000 for 33 years!!! Just goes to show, you really should read your user manual properly and more than once rofl!
I’m sorry it’s been a few years since I made this video. I don’t see a spot where I pressed over a 1/4” hem. I ran short on interfacing which may make It look like I folded over the left and right edges but I didn’t. If you could please give me a time stamp from the video where I pressed over a 1/4” then I’d be better able to answer your question. Thanks!
Could this be made into a boxed-bottom or flat-bottom pouch but increasing the size of the fabric, cutting out a square from the 2 bottom corners and sewing them together to box those corners?
I think you could. It’s been awhile since I made this style pouch. I think you’d end up with exposed seams where you box the corners of the bag. It’ll be a small area that you can zig zag over or add a small strip of binding. If you boxed the bag with what I call the triangle method you could skip cutting off the extra triangle bits and just tuck them into the bottom of the pouch. The triangle method is instead of precutting out the corner squares. I show that method in this video. m.ruclips.net/video/mMpOhd4Kepw/видео.html&pp=ygUcUnNpc2xhbmRjcmFmdHMgYm94ZWQgY29ybmVycw%3D%3D Have fun! I like trying different ideas to see how they work. I always suggest trying with some random fabric bits first to see how It works. That way you’re not “wasting” your good fabric on the test model.
Very cute pouch! I got to thinking, would it be possible to sew your two fabrics all the way around (leaving a gap to turn right sides out), then add the zipper and stitch down both sides, but I'm not sure how stiff that would make the sides of the pouch. Maybe I'll have to get a couple of zippers to try it both ways. Maybe leave off the interfacing from the side seam edges?
Yes. You can do that. Keeping the interfacing out of the seams is a very good idea. You would have visible stitching seams on the outside but if you use the same color thread most people won’t notice It. Or you can use contrasting thread and make It a design element. You would need to be careful around the zipper and zipper ends. If you used a nylon zipper you could then carefully sew over the zipper ends. Or plan ahead with your seam allowance. Have fun !!
I absolutely love this. I’m going to be scrap busting with your method. Your videos are so great. I do appreciate them. I’m going to make quite a few for myself for a clean up in sewing room. Fo instance things like d rings and such. I was thinking of a heavier lining for that. I have tons of felt. Do you think I could use that as my interfacing ? Just trying to use it up. I have nieces and nephews that are going to love these. 😁😁👍🏻
Thank you! I sometimes use felt, flannel, or the thin fleece in place of batting and interfacing. It uses up those random scraps and works just as well. Try It and see if you like It. Happy sewing!!
Hi there, this is the easiest lined zipper pouch I've seen so far. At the end you said to come back next week to see how to cover the raw edges up, but I'm not sure which video you are referring to. Which one is it? Many thanks.
I’ve made numerous zipper pouch videos since this one. I have a zipper pouch playlist. Maybe what I mentioned is in here. m.ruclips.net/p/PLKGSJJEEjRBXGwYRNJUCKiFdMO_1WsW0u
@@rsislandcrafts you said something about doing another video to cover up the exposed seams. I found other sewers videos on how to do French seams. Is this what you meant?
I did go back and rewatch the video. You’re correct. I meant covering the seams. I do not currently have a video showing how to use binding to cover the exposed seams. Yet. We’re moving from Florida to Arizona at the end of January. I’m not posting any new tutorial videos until after the big move. I’ve added It to the top of my list. I know that doesn’t help you right now but if you’re a subscriber you know as soon as I post the video. Thanks!!
Your fabric measurements are determined by the length of your zipper and how tall or deep you need your pouch to be. In the video I mention that this pouch is 12.5” tall and 11” wide. Both the outer fabric and the lining are cut the same size. If you go to the 3 minute and 24 second mark in the video I talk about the size of the pouch that I’m showing. Again, you can make It any size that works for you. I hope that helps. 🦩
Yes It would. I’m actually recording a video today for my patrons using French seams. For today’s video I wanted something simple for new zipper sewists. Some new sewists can get confused by French seams.
What an obvious reason (that i never thought of before seeing you do it) to start and end your sewing on a piece of scrap fabric , double stitching at the beginning and ending of your seam to lock your thread in place. So, THAT'S how you keep your seams from having those tiny bits of thread when you cut it off. TYSM for sharing this video with us. I've been searching for such a zipper bag pattern. YAAAY !!! Finally found one !!! 😉😻❣️😍
And how you sew the two pieces of fabric together, then, sew them both onto the zipper in one pass is a wonderful thing to do, making it easier to produce a bag or pouch. Using a longer zipper is a great tip, too !!! So many tips in this video. TYSM for sharing it. 😍❣️😻
You’re very welcome. I’m happy you found some tips and tricks to make your bag sewing more enjoyable. Happy Sewing!! ✂️
I love the way you do your zipper
Thank you 🦩
NO! Not “floppy zipper bits”. Lol. I just love listening for your cute sayings. Awesome zipper pouch. Thank you Robin. Blessings.
Thanks Bev. I leave them in just for you 😉
@@rsislandcrafts ur da bomb dot com!!
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After the Saturday "live" I experimented with different sizes and zipper placements. I made one for clean masks and one for used masks. I used double-sided tape to hold the zipper to fabric. Made for fast stitching! Thanks for the inspiration! Love the swirls quilting! Good job Robin!
Thank you. Yes, double sided tape is a very handy tool for zippers. There’s also a fusible I think from heat & bond that comes on a roll. It’s perfect for a quick hem too.
I love these pouches....so many things I could use them for....it's time for me to get cracking! Thanks Robin
They are very useful. I have zipper pouches in most of my project bags and several in my purse.
Thank you so much for this. I’ve seen these types of pouches in stores for sale but didn’t know the method. You explained it very well. I’m now thinking of lots of other applications for it such as large purses or totes. Thank you for your time to do this video.
Glad it was helpful! Once we learn a technique it’s easy to apply It to other projects. Happy Sewing!!
I think I might have found what I am going to give to my school kiddos, if I can figure out how to have enough time. We will be going into the building after Winter Break, and these will make good pencil pouches.
They will make perfect pencil pouches. Ah time. Yes, we are all chasing that dream.
Thanks Robin - I just happen to have leftover fabrics from lounge pants cut with matching zippers but no idea where to start making the pouches 👍 also, Leslie's mention of long selveges was brilliant as I have been cutting them out by the yard. Have a good weekend all. Susan
I like being able to use leftover fabric from making something else. It carries over the fun memories.
Thank you for your video on how to sew a front zipper pouch.
Although I have not tried your pouch yet, it certainly looks so much more straight forward than the pouches with zipper on the top with tabs at either end I have made in the past. Look forward to giving it a try. G'day from Peta in Australia
You’re very welcome. If you’d like to try the top zipper again I have several helpful videos for that style also. This video has been popular for those just starting out with zippers. m.ruclips.net/video/raIza6Cw19k/видео.html
Nice pouches. I've used both seam methods when making these - overlock edges and french seams. The aprons I'm making are giving me some LONG selvedges, so one day I'll use some up in this style of pouch. Happy sewing Robin and have a great weekend :)
I’ve never used french seems in a zipper pouch. Until today that is. I found I need a little more practice with French seams. You will have long selvages from all of your apron sewing. You can have a little fun with them. Enjoy your weekend. I think we’ll both be in our sewing spaces doing what needs to be done.
Thank you for this instructive video...adorable bag! Would so appreciate a video for a large, lined, boxed bottom bag (cutout corner square style) with this style of zipper, either installed an inch down from the top or at the top of the bag. Thank you for all you share!
I have this older video that shows a bit about boxing the corners of a project bag. I will also add It onto my video list for a future tutorial. Thanks!
@@rsislandcrafts Thank you, Robin...I'll locate that.
Hi Robin very nice 👍🏻
Nice, well done video for all levels of experience. Thank you for sharing your fabric and crafts skills.
Thank you 🦩
Love the tips Robin ... going to try this method for the charity pencilcases Im doing. Thank you for sharing another wonderful tutorial ♡
This style would be perfect for charity pencil cases. Happy sewing.
This is genius!!!!
It’s like magic. It makes sewing a zipper pouch much easier and faster.
I Love this!! Thank you for such great directions!!
Thank you 🦩
Another great tutorial, thanks Robin! I noticed your regular machine foot has a black spring button on it. Mine has one too and I only found out what that little button does a few days ago!! Mind you, I've owned my Janome Memorycraft 7000 for 33 years!!! Just goes to show, you really should read your user manual properly and more than once rofl!
Thanks. Yes, reading the manual can be very enlightening 😉. I keep my manual within reach because I can never remember all the functions and details.
Great pouch. Thank you 😊💐
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Love your fabrics for the demo! Great tutorial! Thank you!
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That was easier than I thought I would be...
An awesome pouch and thanks for sharing
Thank you 🦩
Fabulous video. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!
Love this! And love that cream flower pattern
Thank you 🦩
Wonder tape works well for this procedure I use it quite often
I have a roll or two somewhere. Once I find It I want to try a few things.
Why are the raw edges ironed 1/4” in on 2 opposite edges ?
I’m sorry it’s been a few years since I made this video. I don’t see a spot where I pressed over a 1/4” hem. I ran short on interfacing which may make It look like I folded over the left and right edges but I didn’t. If you could please give me a time stamp from the video where I pressed over a 1/4” then I’d be better able to answer your question. Thanks!
Could this be made into a boxed-bottom or flat-bottom pouch but increasing the size of the fabric, cutting out a square from the 2 bottom corners and sewing them together to box those corners?
I think you could. It’s been awhile since I made this style pouch. I think you’d end up with exposed seams where you box the corners of the bag. It’ll be a small area that you can zig zag over or add a small strip of binding. If you boxed the bag with what I call the triangle method you could skip cutting off the extra triangle bits and just tuck them into the bottom of the pouch. The triangle method is instead of precutting out the corner squares. I show that method in this video. m.ruclips.net/video/mMpOhd4Kepw/видео.html&pp=ygUcUnNpc2xhbmRjcmFmdHMgYm94ZWQgY29ybmVycw%3D%3D
Have fun! I like trying different ideas to see how they work. I always suggest trying with some random fabric bits first to see how It works. That way you’re not “wasting” your good fabric on the test model.
@@rsislandcrafts Thank you!! I had not thought of the triangle corners or covering the seams with binding. Perfect solutions!! Great tutorials, too!!!
Thank you so much. Happy to help.
Very cute pouch! I got to thinking, would it be possible to sew your two fabrics all the way around (leaving a gap to turn right sides out), then add the zipper and stitch down both sides, but I'm not sure how stiff that would make the sides of the pouch. Maybe I'll have to get a couple of zippers to try it both ways. Maybe leave off the interfacing from the side seam edges?
Yes. You can do that. Keeping the interfacing out of the seams is a very good idea. You would have visible stitching seams on the outside but if you use the same color thread most people won’t notice It. Or you can use contrasting thread and make It a design element. You would need to be careful around the zipper and zipper ends. If you used a nylon zipper you could then carefully sew over the zipper ends. Or plan ahead with your seam allowance. Have fun !!
It also be nice if made with scraps I think 🤔
Of course. Everything is better made with scraps.
I absolutely love this. I’m going to be scrap busting with your method. Your videos are so great. I do appreciate them. I’m going to make quite a few for myself for a clean up in sewing room. Fo instance things like d rings and such. I was thinking of a heavier lining for that. I have tons of felt. Do you think I could use that as my interfacing ? Just trying to use it up. I have nieces and nephews that are going to love these. 😁😁👍🏻
Thank you! I sometimes use felt, flannel, or the thin fleece in place of batting and interfacing. It uses up those random scraps and works just as well. Try It and see if you like It. Happy sewing!!
@@rsislandcrafts Thank you !
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Hi there, this is the easiest lined zipper pouch I've seen so far. At the end you said to come back next week to see how to cover the raw edges up, but I'm not sure which video you are referring to. Which one is it? Many thanks.
Thank you. I’m very sorry but I never did get back to that video. It is on my video list for this year.
@@rsislandcrafts No problem at all, thanks.
Hello You said that you were going to do another video after this one? Did you?
I’ve made numerous zipper pouch videos since this one. I have a zipper pouch playlist. Maybe what I mentioned is in here. m.ruclips.net/p/PLKGSJJEEjRBXGwYRNJUCKiFdMO_1WsW0u
@@rsislandcrafts you said something about doing another video to cover up the exposed seams. I found other sewers videos on how to do French seams. Is this what you meant?
I did go back and rewatch the video. You’re correct. I meant covering the seams. I do not currently have a video showing how to use binding to cover the exposed seams. Yet. We’re moving from Florida to Arizona at the end of January. I’m not posting any new tutorial videos until after the big move. I’ve added It to the top of my list. I know that doesn’t help you right now but if you’re a subscriber you know as soon as I post the video. Thanks!!
Can you add at least one of these to the shop please holiday time perfect present
Yes, I do plan on adding them to the shop once I have a chance. If there’s one you’d like please let me know and I’ll get It listed for you tomorrow.
Becki, I’ve listed all of the pouches in my ArtFire shop. Thanks!
What is the measurement of the fabric?
Your fabric measurements are determined by the length of your zipper and how tall or deep you need your pouch to be. In the video I mention that this pouch is 12.5” tall and 11” wide. Both the outer fabric and the lining are cut the same size. If you go to the 3 minute and 24 second mark in the video I talk about the size of the pouch that I’m showing. Again, you can make It any size that works for you. I hope that helps. 🦩
@@rsislandcrafts ty so much.
@@ginamckeough245 you’re welcome
Would french seams work on this for the sides?
Yes It would. I’m actually recording a video today for my patrons using French seams. For today’s video I wanted something simple for new zipper sewists. Some new sewists can get confused by French seams.
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