Want to sew a bag using nylon or polyester? Not sure if your skills are equal to the task? This post will discuss “is sewing synthetics difficult”. Introduction I discussed the difference between natural, man-made and synthetic fibers in 2022. This post will focus on nylon and polyester. In my previous post, I mentioned that …
Anti-theft Bag Project Roundup
Looking for a new bag for travel or everyday? Worried about theft? This is an anti-theft bag project roundup. Introduction One of my suitcases broke a few years ago. While researching new luggage l found some “anti-theft bags”. I had never heard of these. What features do they have? Can I add anti-theft features to …
DIY Carry-on Luggage Pattern Roundup
Changes to airline baggage pricing models have made me reconsider what and how I pack when flying. I’ve had some trouble finding carry-on luggage with the features I want in my price range. I discovered several options for sewing my own carry on bags. This is a diy carry-on luggage pattern roundup. Introduction Each airline …
Willow Bag Review
Changes to airline baggage pricing models have made me reconsider what and how I pack when traveling. Need a cosmetic bag or multi purpose case that opens into a tray? This is a Bag Pattern Studio Willow Bag review. The link to the Bag Pattern Studio Willow Bag paid PDF tutorial is: Bag Pattern Studio …
SewingTimes DIY Open Wide Pencil Case Review
Student of all ages will be going back to school in a few weeks. Need a new pen/pencil case? Need a new case for long, narrow items like tools, electronic accessories or cables?This is a SewingTimes DIY Open Wide Pencil Case review. The link to the SewingTimes DIY Open Wide Pencil Case free tutorial with …
SewingTimes DIY Travel Pouch Bag Review
Need a unisex zipper pouch, or general purpose bag for storing toiletries, makeup, shaving supplies or other essentials at home or when traveling? This is a SewingTimes DIY Travel Pouch Bag review. The link to the SewingTimes DIY Travel Pouch Bag free tutorial with video page is: DIY Travel Pouch Bag This project is for …
Water Bottle Carrier Free Pattern Roundup
During the height of summer it’s important to have access to potable water. Carrying your own from home is a good way to achieve when you’re outside. This post is a water bottle carrier free pattern roundup. Introduction During the recent heat wave, extreme heat warnings were issued in my city. Many neighboring communities were …
Stitchback Gear DH Review
I’ve been searching for new luggage and have been curious about smaller backpacks for day-hiking and excursions from a hotel, cruise ship etc. This is a Stitchback Gear DH project review. The Stitchback Gear DH pattern purchase page is: Stitchback Gear DH All Stitchback Gear patterns and instructions are copyright Stitchback DIY Trail Gear. Pattern …
ProperFit Clothing 40L Hiking Pack Review
I’ve been searching for new luggage and have seen several travel backpacks that fold into their own carrying pouches when not in use. That’s an amazing idea so I decided to sew one for myself. This is a ProperFit Clothing 40L Hiking Pack project review. The link to purchase the PDF pattern download for the …
Make Your T-shirt Bigger
Common t-shirt sizes include extra small, small, medium, large, extra large, and extra extra large. If your size is not available, you may buy a larger t-shirt and increase the seam allowance and/or hem to make it smaller. If your t-shirt is too small, making it fit better is more involved. This is a make …