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Introduction to Bag Making: A Simple Tote Tutorial

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This video is a detailed tutorial for beginning sewist and bag makers for how to make a simple and small tote bag from start to finish! The only knowledge you need is basic knowledge on how to use a sewing machine to change stitch lengths and use the reverse function of your machine. I highly recommend using a 90/14 or 100/16 needle for this project.
Required Materials:
- 1/2 yard of a quilting cotton exterior fabric
- 1/2 yard of a quilting cotton lining fabric (preferably a solid color)
- 1 yard of woven interfacing (Pellon SF101 or Wovenfuse2 as used in this video)
- 1 yard of fleece interfacing (1/2 yard if it's 35" wide)
- 1 spool of all purpose thread
- 1 90/14 or 100/16 needle in your sewing machine (this can handle a little more layers)
- scissors or rotary cutter
- tailor's chalk (or a disappearing ink marker)
- straight edge ruler of some sort
- clips or pins!
Wovenfuse2 may be purchased from GotInterfacing.com
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@jackyf3505 3 года назад

How refreshing to hear a realistic interfacing pressing time period quoted - I get frustrated when I see other channels quote an inadequate time like 5 or 6 seconds and then actually demonstrate pressing it for about 4 seconds!

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

HAH... everyone knows it takes FOREVER to press. I bought a big steampress just to make this easier on me.

@deannasilva8891 4 месяца назад

Glad I found you, I learned something I really needed to know. I have been sewing a very long time but there is always something to learn. Thank you for your great explanations.

@janwormuth9739 Год назад

Love you and your wonderful sense of humor. You are a treasure.

@elainefagin513 4 года назад

I've been sewing for many, many years ( and even longer than that) and I have taught a few people to sew using this bag. I hope I've done as good a job of explaining why we do things the way we do. Thank you for this really great tutorial!

@patriciahall2939 Год назад

I’m a beginner bag making. I do have a Juki industrial machine. I noticed that you have a walking foot for your bag making. Do I need to have a walking foot?

@davecolburn1378 4 года назад

27 seconds that forever changed my bag-making life: 22:20 - 22:47 -- in particular, the moments at 22:24 and then repeated at 22:41 -- what an amazing difference it makes in the finishing process to remove bulk --- thank you FK!!

@cheril7221 4 года назад

I have been sewing for a long time now and when I was first starting with bags and pouches I wish I had tutorials like this. so clear and simple great for beginners.

@teresadejong3011 3 года назад

You're making my heart do backflips! not by cutting towards you, but using a rotary cutter without a ruler, esp when you have the acrylic ruler right there, Other than that, great, and fun video!

@SparkyOne549 Год назад

I always cut free form with a rotary.

@RabbitCrafts 4 года назад

Another great video FK! I always like your humor, while still giving amazing instructions. Super tutorial for someone to start sewing.

@lindaholley886 Год назад

Glad I found this channel, you are a hoot!

@normaalsina6214 Год назад

I found you yesterday with the interfacing video. You are a great teacher. Helping me a lot. Thank you!

@michelleforbes7520 3 года назад

Great tutorial. No nonsense approach. Glad to have found you. Michelle UK

@deepti3 3 года назад

You are a very good teacher. Everything is crystal clear. V technical also. Thank you.

@melissawooten1477 3 года назад

I thank God for your channel! Thank you for teaching to efficiently!

@Angcompful 3 года назад

Excellent tutorial . I hope I can make this bag.I love your sense of humor. Thank you

@pegasus8873 4 года назад

Your instructions are precise and easy to follow. Thank you.

@Ilsa7337 3 года назад

Okay you are a fabulous instructor with a great sense of humor. And maybe a cat lover? I have looked at hundreds of videos on bag making, birthing the bag and have never gotten info from any other video like I have with yours. I look forward to your other videos and if I can figure it out, going to your live chats and asking questions or learning even more. Thank you so much

@Mickey-jn8hz Год назад

I love the “you don’t want it to be pouffy”

@barbaradeckers457 2 года назад

Thank you for this AWESOME information ! just started sewing and already made a bag. Wish I had seen this video before LOL

@NatalieDunn0502 2 года назад

Just discovered you and love this tutorial. You have a great sense of humour.

@marisolm9863 2 года назад

Hi, I just subscribed to your channel. I would like to say not only are you very talented and patient, but have a beautiful personality. Thank you for your wonderful tutorial. I really enjoyed it.

@donnabrown2997 3 года назад

You’re an excellent teacher! Thank you so much.

@HellenaHanbasquet Год назад

OMG will you be my BFF! I swear your personality is so my vibe! For reap though. I'm so glad I found your videos. I've been sewing since I was 7 but just recently fell in love with bag making. I'm absolutely loving every video I've seen. Thanks for sharing your time and knowledge!

@fiercekittenz Год назад

Bag making is where it’s at! I don’t have to worry about anyone’s bust or hip sizes!

@conniejungovich9160 3 года назад

You gave many tips for newbies, this is an excellent video. I will watch more of your videos.

@chandrabalkaran9659 Год назад

Very interesting and informative patients teaching excellent work

@davecolburn1378 4 года назад

Great explanation - just wish I’d seen this _before_ I’d made my first few bags 🤓

@FFPages 3 года назад

I was going to post the same comment. But now I know better. thank you.

@lovereigns4017 Год назад

Brilliant tutorial. Love the way you roll.....🥰 Iris

@fiercekittenz Год назад

So glad!

@Pam-qh7rq 5 месяцев назад

love your videos

@sclmb 3 года назад

Wow, I thought I knew all the sewing channels, but I just found yours today. Your videos are great, really informative with clear explanations and closeups of what you're doing. I gladly hit the subscribed button! 😊

@shannongholston2838 2 года назад

OMG! New to your channel but I love it! Your personality is awesome.

@yvonnetucker1416 2 года назад

ARE YOU USING A WALKING FOOT? YOU ARE A GREAT TRAINER, THANK YOU SO MUCH.

@priscillayanez5406 Год назад

Excellent!!

@GrammaPatriot 3 года назад

OMG your ironing bit made me laugh so hard, i adore you n your vids!🤣🤣🤣

@dorissaylor239 Месяц назад

I think the paper on your ruler is removable. Great video!

@librachild12 2 года назад

Fantastic!!!!!!

@fayetyler4562 4 года назад

Very good teacher

@nasrineable 2 года назад

Very detailing and information video. Thank you so much. Xx

@kimw4324 2 года назад

BTW, would love to see an Easter Basket/Halloween Bucket tutorial. 😉

@joycelondon1639 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing Atlanta Ga USA helpful 👀 next time

@helene_zurich4252 Год назад

you are a good teacher!! thx!!

@anainmazatlan 3 года назад

Great video, thanks! But the OCD in me almost wants cuckoo with the uncut thread ends, LOL!

@simonesantonastaso7491 8 месяцев назад

that was incredible

@janejulien9250 2 года назад

Thankful for the totural

@Methelinhill 2 года назад

Very detailed tutorial...thank you.

@bobrunge9151 2 года назад

Thank you

@cheshkat6321 3 года назад

I think I was making my third bag before I learned how important it is to remove bulk. Making my own bags was one of the top three incentives for learning to sew with a machine. And I have an obsession with pockets. I honestly have never made a bag without at least two pockets. Almost got the straight stitch Brother machine as a Christmas gift from a friend. Living in a tiny apartment, had to turn down the offer. But I love watching videos with straight stitch machines and thinking some day, it would really be great. For now I just keep learning to make the most of the Brother strong and tough machine I have now. Viewing this video was a great start to my weekend. Thanks!

@yvonnetucker1416 2 года назад

VERY NICE

@annjelley5363 Год назад

Thank you so much. I’m just starting out so this tutorial has been mega useful.❤ 44:52

@sharonkane3031 3 года назад

Thank you for a wonderful tutorial!

@donnaweeks5247 10 месяцев назад

Great job teachinv

@rondagallagher8479 4 года назад

Just found you and I love your videos :)

@brendacampbell4670 3 года назад

Awesome tutorial

@pristinabread Год назад

I like how you do the strap check by running your fingers along. I cannot tell you how many times I have twisted the straps when making a bag. That really busts my bunions.

@fiercekittenz Год назад

This comes from years and years of messing up. USUALLY when I sew on a live stream, people in chat will warn me if I screw up. I have those moments more often than I'd like.

@gailgyngell1108 Год назад

Great video, thank you

@pattycakecrochet1 2 года назад

New subscriber here. So glad to have found your channel. I taught myself how to sew about 10 years ago. I've been off and on with my sewing. I've done some clothes and of course some bags too. I bought myself a good machine from a dealer. It is a beginner sort of machine but of high quality. I was interested in what kind of professional machine u used? I never thought to buy a professional press but it does make a lot of sense if u are doing a good bit of sewing. What press would you recommend as a beginner looking to start a side hustle in sewing? Tia. I do appreciate your video and how well u explained everything. I love your sense of humor too. Made it really enjoyable just to watch. Much love & be blessed.

@tirzahcollins8130 2 года назад

Just fyi you can remove the paper off the back of your acrylic ruler. They cut the ruler with the paper to prevent chipping during the manufacturer process. It comes off easily you start by peeling it at a corner.

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

I need to go back through and watch to see if I stubbornly left the paper on it or not. I have broken/chipped many thumbnails trying to scrape off that mess.

@paolaquintanar9701 2 года назад

Great video, I have learnt a lot. Especially the birthing process! Do you have one video for vinyl or fauxleather?

@maryraab9066 3 года назад

Thank you for this very helpful video! I am new to bag-making and I am very grateful for your tips. I have a couple of questions for you: Are you using upholstery thread to make this bag? Is upholstery thread appropriate to use in a domestic sewing maching? I have a 1940s-style bag I want to make that requires a stiff, sew-in interfacing. What advice do you have for using it? Should I sew the outside fabric (I am going to use a medium weight upholstery fabric.) to the interfacing first? Should I make the outside body, the interfacing, and the lining all separately and then nest the three pieces together and attach them by sewing them together at the top opening of the bag? (Did I explain this clearly enough?). I am concerned that turning a stiff interfacing from wrong side to right side would crush it and could spoil the completed look of the bag. It might also not have the body I want (due to being crushed and rumpled) to make the bag stand up straight. I would really appreciate your help. Your channel is great!

@HajraUmmiof3 Год назад

Thank you for this video, love your personality. Question how do you know when and what type of interface to use? Lightweight medium woven fleece? Do you always use fleece interfacing?

@fiercekittenz Год назад

I don't always use fleece. It really depends on the bag. I have a video that covers what interfacings I use for different bag types and sizes. For a simple tote like this, fleece is fine. It doesn't need structure.

@5sohna 3 года назад

I love you Thank you ❤

@fstrelniece Год назад

Just a question about something I have noticed in patterns from USA... When listing the amount of fabric needed, I kind of miss one measurement. Just 1/2 yard... What about the other side? :)

@EM-xj3ls 7 дней назад

On this type of bag I leave opening for turning on top. I don't like opening in the lining or hand sewing it.

@fiercekittenz 5 дней назад

That's a good idea too! The only reason I personally don't do that is I have never been good at turning under the edge to look level with the rest of it. It's always pushed in too much or wobbly. I know ways around it, but haven't fussed over using them too much. I should probably cover those options for people >_

@jenaicollins8997 4 года назад

I've been enjoying your videos. Thank you! But I must know where your Star Wars fabric came from. :-)

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

That's from Joanns!

@Thecraftyblacksheep 2 года назад

Is walking foot recommended for this?

@aylaraslan7119 Год назад

So this might be a silly question but I'm very new to sewing. What exactly is interfacing? I keep seeing people mention it but no one has said what it is. Thanks in advance!

@fiercekittenz Год назад

It’s a material you put on fabric to give it more stability.

@deeleach8300 3 года назад

How in the world do you manage to cut so exactly on the lines without using a ruler???

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

MAGIC!

@amariiah 3 года назад

@@fiercekittenz 😅

@sharoneacott9528 3 года назад

Why don't you press on the interfacing from the fabric side? Wouldn't it make the glue adhere easier on the fleece if the heat was closer to it?

@kimw4324 2 года назад

I have some Pellon Flex Foam 1 Sided Fusible Stabilizer that I got from JoAnns. Would this be a good project to use it with? I bought it for Christmas Stockings and trying to find other uses for it. 😁

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

Yeah totally! I mostly use fleece for stockings, but if you want a more structured look, the foam will do great!

@phenomenal_woman 3 года назад

Hello, I am making a couple of hanging file folder storage instead of a file drawer. Would you suggest using the two interfacings to stabilize the backing from which the pockets are attached? Thanks

@sylvia1980 3 года назад

Would it work if you did the bottom on the fold so that you only stitches the sides?

@joycedollar1198 2 года назад

What machine is that? I also noticed you have a 6700 janome. I'm considering the hd9 as I mostly do quilting.

@tinab9542 2 года назад

Thanks for your free pattern video! I’m in the market for a heat press. Do you have any suggestions for a brand I should look into?

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

Oh! I actually cover what press I use in a video. It's just a Steamfast. I bought it from Amazon. I do recommend the stand for it unless you have ample table top space.

@senahaddad8666 Год назад

Can you show us how to make other shapes of bags please!!

@fiercekittenz Год назад

Sure! Do you have a shape in mind?

@sharmainelayepascual329 Год назад

hello can i ask , how long it takes to do for the following activities per piece of bag - pattern-making -cutting -stitching planning to start a tote bag business

@fiercekittenz Год назад

A lot of this depends on your skill level and experience.

@alvinpascual2802 2 года назад

How much are you pricing a tote bag like this? Thank you for your tutorial.

@lindagurnish7540 Год назад

Question I wanted to make an album cover tote is it possible to do no sew I have never seen before. I was thinking small grommets on the sides of the album

@fiercekittenz Год назад

That sounds like a neat project!!! If I were you, I'd carefully make the holes separately then use chicago screws instead of grommets. If you use a grommet, the pressure could cause the record to shatter.

@valeriet4459 3 года назад

Hi I’m new to your channel.. great 👍 video.. my question is do you prewash your fabric before making the bag & were do you get your webbing from.. thank you 😊

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

I do not prewash fabrics intended for bags. Bags, in general, should not be washed ESPECIALLY if they are structured with interfacings. You really shouldn't wash them. I get my webbing from Strapworks!

@nuriagiralt617 4 года назад

What kind of machine are you using? TIA Also, why not make the seam allowance 1/4 inch to start with?

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

The machine I'm using here is a Juki DU-1181N. It's an industrial machine, though that isn't required for the tutorial. I just used it because I had the camcorder setup on it already. For the 1/2" seam allowance, the reason you want a slightly wider SA for bag making is because you deal with a lot of bulk and a 1/4" seam allowance with all of the interfacings (specifically foam!) can be a tight squeeze. 1/2" gives you more wiggle room and you can trim it down to reduce bulk once you make sure you caught all layers.

@nuriagiralt617 4 года назад

@@fiercekittenz Thank you so much!

@Ione1916 Год назад

What machine are you using? It has walking feet, right?

@fiercekittenz Год назад

Hey! This one happens to be my industrial Juki DU-1181N. It's beefy and has a compound walking foot!

@kirsten3535 3 года назад

If I do not have interfacing can I use a sheet or other solid fabric to give a tote more structure? At what point with batting/multiple fabric layers does it become necessary for a waking foot? I admit that I am envious of your walking foot.

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

You could use Fleece and be just fine without a walking foot. Make sure to fuse it well. When you're going to line up seams to sew pieces together, put a tiny bit of double sided tape like WonderTape or leather tape down to hold them together so they don't shift.

@kirsten3535 3 года назад

@@fiercekittenz Thank you!

@mariannem8419 4 года назад

What is the brand and model of your machine? Thank you.

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

I have a Juki DU1181N for the industrial and my domestic is a Janome M7 Continental!

@tarotbloom4871 3 года назад

15:29, you should taken out the straps, since that side will remain open !

@marydonovan6681 3 года назад

Your pressure foot reminds me of two tiny bare feet clopping forward.

@blw1502 2 года назад

Do you use a heat press? I’m having a hard time figuring out temperature settings and how long to press for… with the fleece, my iron on setting 5 (wool) works great after 10 seconds. I tried my heat press at 300° for 40 seconds, and I thought it worked, but I keep finding spots that I need to go over with iron?

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

I do, but it's a domestic one, not one of the more square looking ones that are more industrial. I mostly use it on cotton settings.

@doozledog Год назад

How do you manage to cut so well with your rotary cutter😂

@fiercekittenz Год назад

Loooots of practice. I'm older than I look :P

@dinajuarez6769 Год назад

Does this bag come out with a saggy lining? I’ve read you either cut the lining smaller or have a bigger seam allowance, but here both the lining and the seams are the same in both. Anybody?

@fiercekittenz Год назад

It would be saggy! I have a separate video covering that topic. I usually advise you keep the seam allowance at the top where the lining meets the exterior, then taper inward a 1/4” as you sew toward the bottom.

@annjelley5363 Год назад

Are you using steam when ironing these please?

@fiercekittenz Год назад

With cotton fabrics absolutely! If I'm sewing vinyl, I don't even touch it with an iron. You can use a steamer to help warm things up to shape, if needed.

@Lisafrank6 3 года назад

Can u please show same easy bag but with zipper to close?

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

Sure! The Blue Calla Clematis tutorial I do is a very good version. Not AS simple as this, but it is a great beginner project, plus the pattern is free!

@aminashehu8628 2 года назад

How does your machine look like a straight sewing industrial machine with a walking foot?

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

Because it is a straight sewing industrial machine with a walking foot.

@aminashehu8628 2 года назад

@@fiercekittenz wow! I didn't know one could attach a walking foot on a normal straight sewing machine. How'd i do that?

@shirleycade9680 3 года назад

Which press do you use? I also use the Oliso you used in your video.

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

I have a SteamFast !

@mbcalderwood 4 года назад

What kind of machine are you sewing on? I have an industrial juki and I would love a walking foot like yours

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

DU1181-N

@kimw4324 2 года назад

What would you say the ending size of this bag is?

@Awakening2012ful 3 года назад

Is interfacing necessary when using a cotton twill/canvas as the outer fabric?

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

Absolutely! If you don't use even something lightweight, that fabric could wrinkle, stretch, and warp with use. The interfacing provides stability not only in shape, but also in reinforcing the fabrics. Twill and Canvas will both wear faster if not interfaced.

@claudiawhite3320 Год назад

Soak the paper backing on your ruler in water an it will come right off.

@tmackie1694 3 года назад

“PIV-OT...PIV-OT!”

@joduggan3957 3 года назад

Do you prewash all of your fabric in bag making?

@fiercekittenz 3 года назад

Only if I expect the end product to be washed. This would be a no for me 99% of the time though. If a bag is thoroughly interfaced IT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED. I include a care guide with each bag purchase. If someone washes it and it messes up the interfacing... that's on them.

@joduggan3957 3 года назад

@@fiercekittenz Thank you for responding to my question. I did spend today washing alot of my fabric before I got your message. I haven't done anything with it yet. This will be my first bag . Will it be ok to interface it now that the fabric is washed and pressed after I cut out the pattern?

@vickipetrarca3617 3 года назад

Can you please share the care guide? How do you clean them? Thank you.

@KJSew 3 года назад

@@joduggan3957 Hi Jo, FK, correct me if I am wrong. Washing is perfectly fine. I was told the interfacing will adhere better if you wash the fabric. Just more ironing. 😊

@joduggan3957 3 года назад

@@KJSew Thank you for replying. I have been washing all my fabric this week and Ironing it all. Then I attached the interfacings and they came out great.

@2Peachcobler 4 года назад

I thought your tutorial was very good for a beginner. There are just a couple of things I would have done differently but that is just individual style. Spince you have an industrial machine and most beginners will start on a domestic machine I think you should've discussed early-on what a walking foot is. Most beginners do not know what a walking foot is or that they even purchased one for their domestic machine. They need to know what the benefits are to having a walking foot in case they might want to go crazy and make bagels galore. 🙂

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

B Cobler that’s fair! My cameras are just setup specifically for that machine. My other is a heavy duty Janome. Next time I’ll see about using the iPhone to capture the Janome. Either way, what I did in this video will not be special or different from a domestic machine.

@2Peachcobler 4 года назад

Fierce Kittenz I didn't mean you had to use a domestic machine, just tell them what a walking foot does since a walking foot does not come standard on a domestic machine.

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

@@2Peachcobler AH! I thought I had mentioned it at some point, but I think maybe I had only mentioned I was using an industrial and that it wasn't required. That's a good point. Maybe I should do a video on sewing machine feet and what they're used for?

@Lew_and_Phyllis_White 2 года назад

I wish you would trim your threads. They are messing you up. LOL

@fiercekittenz 2 года назад

Pfffft... I trim later :P Gotta go go go!

@defiexmc7651 Год назад

I'm sad that you missed out on the title "Introduction to Bag Making: A Simple Tote-torial...." 🤣

@fiercekittenz Год назад

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

@rolomartin2552 10 месяцев назад

meow

@fiercekittenz 10 месяцев назад

MEW

@gracieteduarte7888 4 года назад

Hello. Is it possible for you to make a bag or a clutch with Decovil 1? I tried but when I turned it to the right side...it didn't look nice...

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

graciete duarte I have found that it does actually help to use a woven interfacing FIRST then add the Decovil. You can also heat up the surface of your ironing board and press the bag against it to help “iron” it.

@gracieteduarte7888 4 года назад

@@fiercekittenz thanks! The problem is that i think we don't have that kind of interfacing in Portugal...or I didn't find it yet! I tried to explain in the stores (even showed your video) but they didn't know what that is

@fiercekittenz 4 года назад

@@gracieteduarte7888 Do you have a website that lists interfacings you have access to? I can look it over and let you know which will work.