This is one of the first few videos I remember watching, way back in the “Olden days” of MSQC. The charm pack tote bag, the charm pack skirt, and something like the five guy’s magic quilt block? Or something like that! And the purse made out of Dresden wedges! I remember Jenny was having a stress attack bc her guest tutor was kinda slow-pokey, lol. 😂 I’m slow-pokey too, so I can relate! Those were favorites of mine and that’s when I first discovered MSQC. I had been quilting for several decades, by then. I remember going into the fabric store shortly after that, and saw another lady collecting fabrics for a quilt. And I said to her, “Do you know that there are quilting videos on RU-vid?!“😮! And she said, “Of course! How do you think I learned how to quilt?!“ 😂 I was new to RU-vid as well, because I had just gotten high-speed Internet! Before that, I was on dial up and it was so slow! I couldn’t do anything online! Those good old days weren’t that long ago! 😆 😝
I'm with you. I think I was the last one to learn there were quilting videos on You Tube. I had no idea. Of course, then, I actually didn't want You Tube - I did read blogs and forums, though.
I am a huge fan of glue. Have a glue stick by every machine I own. After sewing binding to a quilt, I flip to the front, press into place and then glue down. I use Elmers washable school glue, so I do let it dry overnight then just literally zip around the next day. Mitered corners are perfect.
You can iron that glued edge which dries the glue, and you're ready to finish. I'm too impatient to wait till the next day!! Glad you shared the glue tip, it sure makes sewing the binding down quite effortless!
I learned about the Elmer's glue tip when I made a "Grab-n-Go" tote in a sew along with Gudrun Erla (GE Designs) in '20. The bottoms of the bags are made using vinyl coated fabric and you can't iron that fabric. I, too, as Deborah Werner suggested, iron my binding down right then. I actually cut my backing fabric 1" larger than the quilt, turn it to the front, fold down twice for my binding. I know some of the quilt police cringe over that technique, but it works fine for me! 😊
Thank you both for this extra special video. You two work so well together - and thanks Natalie for pointing out the tips for us. Your mom gets so excited she skips the boring stuff!! I've found that to make the lining and bag top easier to prep for the final topstitching that if you iron or finger press the seam from the inside before pulling it right-side out makes all the difference.
When I make bags I always cut a 2" square from the bottom corners before sewing the seams and the line up the side seams and then sew across the boxed corners, I find this quicker and more accurate. Been making a lot of bags lately, love the cork idea my next challenge. Thankyou, Nat you are looking so great. Blessings from down under.
Helen, how do you figure the cut out when it’s all one piece like this bag? I’ve seen so many different ways and some are rectangular and not square. I have made several bags but usually with a front and back and I understand the bottom corner. I agreed that it is quicker and for me definitely more accurate! I just have never seen a formula for one piece.
@@jhwilliams6550 I'm not sure if there is a formula, I just watch RU-vid and then experiment. I see my handles to lining when adding pockets . See lining and out side seams with out leaving an opening then place lining into out side, wrong sides together then alone the tops making sure the lining is a smidge shorter than our side making sure handles are out then carefully top stitch making sure lining doesn't show and then see another row of sticking 1/4 below all done no turning or sewing of turning hole so much easier and quicker. Enjoy your bag sewing. Going to give Jenny Doan's cork based bag a go next week when I go into town.
This is so much the way my daughter and I sew together. I get so tickled that she “ helps” me with tips like “the metals gets hot -let it cool”. I’ve been sewing professionally for 60 years! We both love your tutorials. By the way, I leave a piece of the lining side seam unsewn to turn the bag right side out, then I can sew all the way around the top neatly.
Love it..."Make the bag come into the 20th century". Made me smile. Very cute tassel - and like the cork. Thanks for showing us how easy bags are to make - and it is adorable!
Jenny, you are so real and authentic. I laughed several times watching you and Natalie. It makes me miss my mom. She was the best seamstress I’ve known. She didn’t quilt but made us beautiful clothes to wear. I got my love for sewing from her. Anyway, thank you for making quilting anybody can do
Love this bag! I always tack the handles to the outside of the outer fabric before sliding the lining over the outer piece. That step holds the handles in place and I find it much easier than struggling to get them lined up after the lining goes on.
Just wanted to tell you how inspired I was by this video I made a memorial bag for a friend of mine who is a widow recently and I lying the inside with the gentleman‘s shirt and I kept the pockets and she can use the pockets and tuck things in it and I just find thank you Cuz it’s my first time sewing a bag and you guys did so amazing and teach me how to do this on the videos I thank you very much. I hate patterns so to be able to watch you and do it live it makes everything more inspirational thanks again everybody
I like these bags, but I would definitely change the dimensions for my use to accommodate a trip to the library. Also, for the tassels, if I were using fabric, I would probably choose a scrap of coordinating batik or a solid color so that both sides of the fringe pieces appeared to be the same. While I like the tassels, I don't like the reverse of the fabric showing, particularly when a darker fabric is used. This is a good and simple design with many options for customizing. Thanks!
That’s a really good idea. 💡 And that inspired me to think that if we don’t have any batik, why not fuse two squares together with heat & bond before cutting? That would also keep the fabric from fraying and might even be washable. That is, if the hardware can be. 🌷
yes love ..Would Love to See a Video On how To Make One Of These With A Zipper..Ive so Many Charm Packs, Now I Will Be Able To Make These Bags. And Donate Them ..to children for school .. thank you Wonderful ladies for Great lesson On Bags ...
That large size bag is perfect for my teacher friends. It’s big enough to hold a laptop and some books. I love making bags! Btw you both look fabulous!
I love you ladies , I must say Natalie you are looking gorgeous, both of you are amazing, thank you for another bag project , nice to learn how to make other things , God Bless , from a girl down under 💕
Oh goodness I just love that bag. I’m going to make one. I have bunch of squares just sitting here crying their eyes out wanting to be something. Now I know. And Natalie you look absolutely beautiful. Thanks so much for the tutorial. I’ll be getting some hardware from you guys. Thanks again. Great job.
First of all, I have to say, Natalie's longer cut looks great. As usual I thoroughly enjoyed this new tutorial. Keep up the good, great work with the tutorials.
i use 1/2" seam around the top.... seam turns easier... including the open edge... you can also leave about a 5" opening in the side seam of the lining...that works also... great bag... i want to do one with cork
I would definitely add some pockets to the inside - just need a place for phone, etc. I carry tote bags as my purse all the time!!! Very cute! Thanks 😊
I've been making bags for quite a while but I find pleasure in any upgrades and tips to perfect the art 🎨 of making my end results better. I like weather resistant canvas, especially with handles. And bases of the bag too. I took a pattern that came with a fat quarter pack from Aldi, yes budget practice for me and made something similar for myself this year. Hardware is my next challenge.
Watching you two take on something way out of your comfort zone should give other “beginners” comfort in new learning. Love the modernization to this tote. This update gives it great style.
That original tote video was what started my quilt journey! I have been hooked ever since I made that bag! I immediately went to quilts after! Thank you Jenny!!!
This is awesome, I loved the original charm sq totes & even made 1using some home dec fabric for the bottom & handles. I still use it all the time & have been impressed with how well it is still holding up. I can't wait to try using cork/faux/leather & I love being able to make a professional looking, high quality items right from home. Thank You for sharing Your love/knowledge of making as well as ideas for things that can be added to the basic pattern to make it even better. :)
Several years ago I made several of those "3 Totes from 1 Charm Pack" - practically everybody I knew got one for a Christmas present. They were so easy to make. I love the updates, and maybe this year it's time for more totes as gifts!
I follow along pretty good when it’s just you. You are thorough. When you’re with someone else there’s way too many interruptions and too much chit chat. Love your creativity!
Goodmorning ladies, what a nice bag. I like Nathalie,s way to put attention on things, we might look over when we are making something. You are a good teacher Nathalie and Jennie you make us remember that making things is all fun. I enjoy watching you all. By the way ,I still have the edition from Quilting Quickly from april 2013. Have a nice day.
