One of your bag dudes here. As you can imagine, I make bags that are utilitarian in nature. Bags and cases to carry important electronic equipment, or safeguard something fragile and irreplaceable. I've been looking for a perfect pattern to make a travel case for my JBL Charge3 bluetooth speaker. This will fit the bill, although the dimensions are almost too tight. And I'll have to make it with a nice durable zipper. I"m a guy. We sometimes like overkill. When I told my ailing mother last year that I wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine, she suggested quilting, and bag making. I figured bags are utilitarian in nature. Sometimes, guys hate to admit it, but we do carry some form of purse. We call it a messenger bag, back pack, man bag, man purse or Murse. It doesn't matter to me. I've carried some kind of bag with my stuff in it since I was in the military. Old habits are hard to break. I've learned so much from watching and following along with your patterns. Thanks for all of your great tutorials.
By far, you give the best tutorials I've ever seen Sara! Love watching you sew!! You are very inspirational and look forward to all your creations! Thanks for sharing!
Thank-you for such a detailed video. Great instructions! I love the way you not only give helpful hints, but also explain why they are important. I noticed you also remind the person watching to re-set the stitch size. Keep up the great work. From the video of your hands and your voice, you are young, but with lots of knowledge about sewing. A great video for beginners and those of us with gray hair.
Just discovered your tutorial. Presented so well and such a lovely voice. And just the boxy bag I've been looking for. You make it look so easy - hope I do justice by your pattern and instructions. Thank you for being so generous via the pattern and SVG. Look forward to more of your tutorials. Thank you again.
That was an amazing video. I've been doing quilting but I wanted to start doing bags And pouches And I found your channel and I am so lucky You explained everything so beautifully. Thank you
Thank you for including in your download that all measurements are width X height. Almost no one does that and it is incredibly helpful to me. This is such a great project! I loved the video tutorial as well.
Hey there from a bag dude just learning how to make a bag. Thanks for your videos they are helping me a lot. Your a good teacher in your tutorials. You make me want to learn more. Keep up the great work.
I am inspired to make a box pouch now. Your fabrics and zipper are refreshing and cause me to smile as I follow along. Thank you for an enjoyable project. You are a very good instructor.
At about 19:37 in the video, and in the pattern step 8 second paragraph -- I think I will sew the ends of the lining fabric together first and then sew the lining and exterior fabric all the way across. It should have the same result but be a bit easier to handle.
Hi, thank you for great bag tutorials & making your patterns available to us for free. You are concise & to the point. I appreciate you giving the stitch lengths you used. Kudos to your videographer; they are very good.
Thanks so much for the tutorial. It is so helpful to see it in "the flesh" as opposed to just on paper. Your instructions are very clear and make it seem so easy. I always wondered how certain things are done and how you figured out all the steps is impressive. Thanks again.
A great tutorial. Thanks for your presentation. I made one with raw seams inside but wasn’t happy with it. Looks like I will be happy with my next one.
Sara, you give fantastic tutorials for us to sew along with! I haven't made a box pouch but am certainly going to try this. Clear concise instructions for every step, perfectly focused photography make you a very classy professional teacher! X
Thanks sarah for this excellent tutorial. I just finished my first one and gave it to my friend for her birthday. The lace zipper adds such a feminine touch. She absolutely loved it! I appreciate all your great videos, patterns and information. 💕🧵✂️
Love your demonstrations by far the best on you tube also great you let us have patterns I have always made separate linings for box pouches so an inavative way of attaching linings thanks again
I so need to make one , but may need it longer in length :) My sister needs a knitting needle bag . I love this design and the ease of the sew out. Now to go on a zipper search. I have the cutest pink kitty and yarn ball fabric. Hope my pink zippers are long enough!
I am SEW happy I found your video Sara! I was wondering what unique hand made gift I could give my sewing/quilting friends and this bag is just PERFECT! I also have an embroidery machine, so I am going to experiment with adding machine embroidered designs to the side of the bag! Happy Thanksgiving!
Genius! I have made box pouches before, but your method is WAY easier and I think will be a better finished product than those I have previously made. And for all of the bag dudes, wouldn't this be great in a manly fabric like camo or denim to be used for a shaving kit? Thinking about getting a head start on Christmas gifts for family members with toiletries included. Thank you Sara, for another great pattern.
Hi Sara - Awesome tutorial. I actually have those zippers and have used them in simple projects. Thanks for explaining how to sew them into a complex bag. I made a box pouch a few years ago and wish I had your tutorial back then. It would have been so much easier. Now that I have watched you make it, next one will be a lot better. I am going to use the soft and stable foam to my next one as well. It gives the bag a great shape looking at your bag. Great job. PS - I am a proud bag lady! 😊🧵
I struggled with boxing the corners and sewing over the handle. Finally had to hand sew bits of it by hand because I kept breaking needles. But the project turned out well in the end.
Could you sew all the way across the lining at the boxed end before sewing to the outer and then do the shorter seam when attaching them instead of those very short seams on the lining?
hi Sarah, just a little message to say a massive thank you for all of your tutorials, they are so easy to follow and you have so much patience... quick question, can you tell me what you are using as your ironing/pressing mat? it looks great quality and easy to use. thank you again, from sunny England ;-]
Hi Sara, I just run into your tutorials. You explain each step so well and how to sew the pattern parts on the machine. Great job!
One of your bag dudes here. As you can imagine, I make bags that are utilitarian in nature. Bags and cases to carry important electronic equipment, or safeguard something fragile and irreplaceable. I've been looking for a perfect pattern to make a travel case for my JBL Charge3 bluetooth speaker. This will fit the bill, although the dimensions are almost too tight. And I'll have to make it with a nice durable zipper. I"m a guy. We sometimes like overkill. When I told my ailing mother last year that I wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine, she suggested quilting, and bag making. I figured bags are utilitarian in nature. Sometimes, guys hate to admit it, but we do carry some form of purse. We call it a messenger bag, back pack, man bag, man purse or Murse. It doesn't matter to me. I've carried some kind of bag with my stuff in it since I was in the military. Old habits are hard to break. I've learned so much from watching and following along with your patterns. Thanks for all of your great tutorials.
Steve Graham
You can even make a quilted/ foam backed draw string pouch if you find zippers a pain.
Thank you so much. The corners are a bit confusing but will replay & sew one soon.
Your instructions are explicit, which I need! I was able to make one of these in one try! Love it Thanks
By far, you give the best tutorials I've ever seen Sara! Love watching you sew!! You are very inspirational and look forward to all your creations! Thanks for sharing!
This is adorable and just in time for the Holidays. You are a great teacher and thank you so much for sharing. Beautiful choice of fabrics!
I couldn’t sleep, so this was a great thing to watch at 4am. Thank you! I love your attention to detail. It’s very much appreciated.
Lol
Hi there thank you so much, your voice was so clear to understand how to follow, and i just love your free pattern thank you again
Thank you for providing the free download and SVG. I truly appreciate your generosity.
Thank-you for such a detailed video. Great instructions! I love the way you not only give helpful hints, but also explain why they are important. I noticed you also remind the person watching to re-set the stitch size. Keep up the great work. From the video of your hands and your voice, you are young, but with lots of knowledge about sewing. A great video for beginners and those of us with gray hair.
Im so grateful for these videos. Im 62 and just learning to sew
Such an excellent video. Gives me all the info I need to be successful making this pouch. Thanks
Your attention to detail is outstanding! Thank you for sharing your talent.
Just discovered your tutorial. Presented so well and such a lovely voice. And just the boxy bag I've been looking for. You make it look so easy - hope I do justice by your pattern and instructions. Thank you for being so generous via the pattern and SVG. Look forward to more of your tutorials. Thank you again.
That was an amazing video. I've been doing quilting but I wanted to start doing bags And pouches And I found your channel and I am so lucky You explained everything so beautifully. Thank you
Hello Sara, I wanted to thank you and tell you that you are a great teacher and I appreciate your thoroughness. GREAT JOB!
I love this bag and I have never seen a lace zipper. It is so pretty
Very professional, attention to detail and beautiful choices for fabric
Thank you, thank you. Great teaching.
Thank you for the video and free pattern. I hope I can figure out how to put in a regular zipper for masculine bags.
So great to have you back! And thanks for sharing this free pattern and the excellent tutorial.
Excellent tutorial! Well done.
Such attention to detail!
Your directions are easy to follow
Thank you for including in your download that all measurements are width X height. Almost no one does that and it is incredibly helpful to me. This is such a great project! I loved the video tutorial as well.
Can’t find the free download to print. Please advise. Do wish to make.
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Hey there from a bag dude just learning how to make a bag. Thanks for your videos they are helping me a lot. Your a good teacher in your tutorials. You make me want to learn more. Keep up the great work.
Another great pattern and tutorial......thank you so much. Happy to see your back.
I am inspired to make a box pouch now. Your fabrics and zipper are refreshing and cause me to smile as I follow along. Thank you for an enjoyable project. You are a very good instructor.
Thank you so much for the pattern! Made my first ever box pouch thanks to you!!! Can't wait to make more!!!
At about 19:37 in the video, and in the pattern step 8 second paragraph -- I think I will sew the ends of the lining fabric together first and then sew the lining and exterior fabric all the way across. It should have the same result but be a bit easier to handle.
Hi, thank you for great bag tutorials & making your patterns available to us for free. You are concise & to the point. I appreciate you giving the stitch lengths you used. Kudos to your videographer; they are very good.
I loved this video. You have an amazing calm way of teaching. I am so happy I found you. I can’t wait to bake emits pouch .Thank you!
Thanks so much for the tutorial. It is so helpful to see it in "the flesh" as opposed to just on paper. Your instructions are very clear and make it seem so easy. I always wondered how certain things are done and how you figured out all the steps is impressive. Thanks again.
Welcome back Sara! Thanks again for another great pattern. You are an inspiration with your creativity!
Thank you Sara. Your tutorial is very detailed and showing the stitching in progress is also helpful! LindaD
A great tutorial. Thanks for your presentation. I made one with raw seams inside but wasn’t happy with it. Looks like I will be happy with my next one.
Thank you for this tutorial! ❤️ watching you work. I am a newbie to sewing anything but quilts.
💗Thank you Sara for evertthing you do for us all 💗
Thank you so much Sara for the valuable time that you always give us, love this pattern and I’m crazy in love with that zipper!!! 💚
Incredibly clear, thorough and easy to follow! Thank you! Hugs😊👌💕❤️
Sara, you give fantastic tutorials for us to sew along with! I haven't made a box pouch but am certainly going to try this. Clear concise instructions for every step, perfectly focused photography make you a very classy professional teacher! X
Love these lace zippers! I am going to use this pattern as my beginner bag. It looks great!
Great little bag, love the lace zip and lemon fabric. Thank you for the tutorial ☺️👍☺️
Thanks sarah for this excellent tutorial. I just finished my first one and gave it to my friend for her birthday. The lace zipper adds such a feminine touch. She absolutely loved it! I appreciate all your great videos, patterns and information. 💕🧵✂️
A little extra fussing but the finished inside seams are worth the time. Made many pouches with only served inside seams. This looks much nicer. Thanx
This bag is fantastic! Thanks for sharing .
Love your demonstrations by far the best on you tube also great you let us have patterns I have always made separate linings for box pouches so an inavative way of attaching linings thanks again
Hey,thanks for sharing.I have learnt a lot of tips from you.all the best.
That yellow is so rich. Love it.
Love the Lemon fabric.. Thank you for this pattern.
I so need to make one , but may need it longer in length :) My sister needs a knitting needle bag . I love this design and the ease of the sew out. Now to go on a zipper search. I have the cutest pink kitty and yarn ball fabric. Hope my pink zippers are long enough!
I must make this! I have not sewn a zipper project in years. This is so cute and great tutorial! Thanks!
This is one of the best videos I've ever seen. Thank you so much for this
So nice to hear your voice and see you back!!! Hello from 104 degree Orangevale, CA.
These box pouch make nice pill bag for people ,that take their pills to doctors appointment
Wow, Sara. Super skills. Must be ancestral memory.
Love this pattern and I can't wait to make it. I was unable to download the PDF. Thanks for sharing with us, Sara.
Love this tutorial. Im in love with the zipper.
Thanks so much for the tutorial !! Your videos are the best !!
Thank you for the pattern! It will make a great gift.
Love this pouch! Now to make a few for the men in my life. Thanks Sara ❤️
Thank you for the pattern and the tutorial, you always make it look so easy or should I say sew easy 🤗😍😘
Fab tutorial as always. Thank you Sara ☆
Very very nice 🌹thank you 🌺
Love every one of your videos!!!! Thank you so much for all you do. You are an inspiration!
You make it look sew easy!!! Thank you for your videos!
I am SEW happy I found your video Sara! I was wondering what unique hand made gift I could give my sewing/quilting friends and this bag is just PERFECT! I also have an embroidery machine, so I am going to experiment with adding machine embroidered designs to the side of the bag! Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanks Sara! I’ve been wanting to use one of those zippers! Hope you are doing well
Awesome job Sara, I love the pouch
Really cool pouch!
Welcome back. Love the pouch. Thanks.
Genius! I have made box pouches before, but your method is WAY easier and I think will be a better finished product than those I have previously made. And for all of the bag dudes, wouldn't this be great in a manly fabric like camo or denim to be used for a shaving kit? Thinking about getting a head start on Christmas gifts for family members with toiletries included. Thank you Sara, for another great pattern.
Charlene Jutras Great idea, Charlie!
yes i agree
Hello, thank you for your great tutorials
Beautiful fabrics! Thank you Sara for this pattern and tutorial. You make it look so easy!!!
Love it!! Good to have you back!
Love the fabric
Semplicemente perfetta nelle spiegazioni. Complimenti sinceri!
Hi Sara - Awesome tutorial. I actually have those zippers and have used them in simple projects. Thanks for explaining how to sew them into a complex bag. I made a box pouch a few years ago and wish I had your tutorial back then. It would have been so much easier. Now that I have watched you make it, next one will be a lot better. I am going to use the soft and stable foam to my next one as well. It gives the bag a great shape looking at your bag. Great job.
PS - I am a proud bag lady! 😊🧵
such a fun easy make
thank you so much for making clear instructions and perfectly boxed ends x
Great video Sara. Thank you 💕
What kind of machine do you have? It looks so easy to work with. Great video!
Love the pattern. Thanks Sara
Very beautiful 😊thank you
beautiful thank you will try it have a bunch of the lace zippers
SUPERBE ! LOVE It ❤️❤️❤️Merci beaucoup pour tous tes tutos ! Have a great day !
Thanks, great tutorial as always. And I love the cheerful colours of your fabric and zipper. Will make a pouch asap :)
I struggled with boxing the corners and sewing over the handle. Finally had to hand sew bits of it by hand because I kept breaking needles. But the project turned out well in the end.
So EXCITED to do this project!! Thank you so much for sharing!!
Can you make with a normal zipper
Beautiful. .love it!
Could you sew all the way across the lining at the boxed end before sewing to the outer and then do the shorter seam when attaching them instead of those very short seams on the lining?
Thank you
Sarah, can i use waterproof fabric for this project and if so, do you iron on shapeflex using a cloth and a cooler iron
So good to see you!!
Thank you for the tutorial! If using a mormal zipper, should I add the width of the zipper tape to dimensions of the pattern?
If you want to attach it on top like the lace zipper you can follow the pattern as is.
Excellent instruction! How do I get the pouch pattern?
Go on her website
How long are the indents on left side of pattern. The line is printing off the page on left side. Help please
A great pattern and tutorial. I can't print the pattern so I would like to know the measurements so I can cut without the paper pattern.
Super chouette ! thanks
hi Sarah, just a little message to say a massive thank you for all of your tutorials, they are so easy to follow and you have so much patience... quick question, can you tell me what you are using as your ironing/pressing mat? it looks great quality and easy to use. thank you again, from sunny England ;-]
She is using a wool mat. Very nice to use & makes fabrics very flat especially when quilting.
Fantastic tutorial! I love how detailed you are. I have a question. What is the purpose of leaving that half inch unsewn?
On step 8 you sew the exterior and lining separately so leaving a gap enables them to be split for sewing
I wonder if it would be easier ti sew that 1/2 inch of lining first then sewing the rest of the way on the foam.
Thank you, Sara!!! xox
SO CUTE THANK YOU!!