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Good video, but I feel like I am watching Part 2 and missing a Part 1 of the "How to add a lining zipper pocket to *any* project". You simply say "Take the piece with the zipper placement marking". However, you didn't show us how to calculate the dimensions of that box needed for the zipper opening according to whatever zipper length/size we have. Do I want the box to be the same size of the zipper or larger.. but by how much larger? I came here wanting to add a zipper pocket to a bag that does not have any pockets. And I haven't a clue as to how large do I want that zipper placement marking (the box) to be for the zipper I have. I was going to fold over the pocket instead of using 2 pieces though.
I reduced the pattern 90%, but kept some things 100%. Question is, do I keep the zipper tabs 100% or do I include those particular pattern pieces reduced to 90%? Gussets and front back are reduced 90%. Thanx
@allsewpetite So cute! Do you happen to have a video for sewing a round tablecloth with a border made out of different fabric? Example 24 inch tabletop with 6-inch drop all of the same fabric, then adding 3-inch border of different fabric. Your coasters are perfect!
Thank you so much. I was hoping that was the case as I have some beautiful fabric and I ordered #5 zippers to match before I came across the Molly zipper pouch. I’m going to try it out as soon as my Kimberbell tape arrives next week. I’d like to make it today but I don’t have the tape ☹️
I'm binding the neckline of a chemise right now, and you have NO IDEA how helpful this was. I was about to toss the whole project and start over with a different neckline shape!
So true! I have made such a habit of this that I printed out labels on sticker paper so I always have the same info in the same order (things like pattern piece, date of drafting, number to cut, etc.)
This is not a free pattern ive just purchased it and you have to pay in English pounds what a con so basically its cost me almost 10 Australian dollars disgusting
Just to clarify, the pattern is actually free to download. However, if you'd like to support my work and show your appreciation, you can choose to donate - which is exactly what you have done, so thank you.
I am getting ready to cut out the pattern, reducing the bag body and gussets 90%. On one pattern piece reduced to 90% is Gusset (E). It says on the 100% version to extend to 21& 5/8". Reducing to 90% is about 19&1/2". Is that correct? I wanted to confirm before cutting it out. Thankyou.
I initially tried the method shown but that didn't work for me. I then tried the method suggested by craftgenie4803, pushing the scissors though from the point to the end of the blades. I did this about ten times and the result was amazing! My previously ruined fiskars fabric scissors (which I had tried to sharpen with a knife sharpener and made completely blunt) now cut effortlessly!
I would like to reduce the main front and back panels to 90%. I would like to keep the front pocket at 100%...do you think that would work? Is it ok to reduce the depth of the gusset to 3"?
Sure! Just remember that if you reduce the main panels the overall length of the gusset will be smaller, so remember to adjust it accordingly. You can also reduce the depth at the same time to 3". Let me know how it turned out 😉
This tutorial looks amazing. I have a question though. Not every 15.5 laptop ends up having the same measurements - it depends on the laptop design. What is the length and height, width of the bag? I want to sew this as a present. The laptop in question is 16" (36cm x 25,4 cm x 4) do you think it will fit or should I add some inches?
Finished measurements of the large size bag are: H/W/D 29 cm / 41 cm / 7.5 cm Remember that the corners are rounded, so the bag can end up a bit snug. 😊
Great video! I was wondering which type would last longer or be more stable? I'm thinking about buying the screw type. In a few videos installing the prong feet type, they only made one hole and splayed the prongs into the washer on the other side. It would be easier than poking two holes... Thank you for posting this video.
