As we move towards reducing the use of plastic bags, we should start bringing our own eco bags when we go shopping! Wouldn't it be more special if you're using an eco bag sewn by yourself? We're very excited to introduce our new project -- Eco Bag エコバッグ. It is not only spacious and roomy to carry your groceries, it can also be folded into a small pouch to keep in your handbags. This project is also our first project crafting with Nylon Taffeta which is lightly water resistant and makes the bag weigh approximately only 80 grams. Alternatively, you can opt to work with light cotton fabrics instead. This project is also available as a workshop.
DIGITAL DOWNLOADS: 3.8MB
- A PDF document of paper patterns and instructions
- Includes link to the online, streaming tutorial video (35.5 Minutes)
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Flat Size - Approx 32cmW x 40cmH
- Filled Size - Approx 32cmW x 30cmH x 18cmD
- Folded in Pouch Size - Approx 13cmW x 14cmH x 2.5cmD
- Bag Handles - Approx 7cmW x 49cmL
- Lining Hanging Pocket / Eco Bag Pouch - Approx 12.5cmW x 17.5cmH
MATERIALS YOU NEED:
- 1 - 2m x Print fabric for Exterior (Depending on fabric width i.e. 150cmW requires 1m, 110cmW requires 1.5m. Preferably Nylon Taffeta or light cotton)
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2 Packs x 18mmW x 2.5mL Single Fold Bias Tape (You can also use 9mmW Double Fold Bias Tape. Alternatively, you can use a slightly wider 11mmW Double Fold Bias Tape too.)
TOOLS YOU NEED:
- Rotary Cutter or Fabric Scissors
- Normal Scissors (for non-fabric cutting)
- Washable Fabric Marker/Chalk
- Ruler
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Sewing Machine with Needle Size 11/75 or lower
- Thread Cutter & Seam Ripper
- Sewing Pins & Clips
- Matching Polyester Thread (for your fabrics)
- Fray Check Solution
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
- Working with Nylon Taffeta fabrics
- Adjusting your needle to stitch more precise seam allowances
- Sewing straight lines and curves
- Stitching your own pouch strap
- Stitching an unlined hanging pocket which doubles up as an eco bag pouch
- Managing bulk in bag sewing
- Achieving neater seams through ironing and folding
- Ways to prevent fabric fraying
- Working with bias tape to do bias binding
- Pattern for a large-sized Japanese eco bag
- No hand sewing is required
You can also arrange for online consultation with us via Google Meet or a workshop (fees apply) if you need more guidance on the project. Email us at jasmine@applelulucrafts.com or WhatsApp +65 96310475 (Jasmine) to find out more.