DIY Patchwork Backpack from Jeans + Adidas Pants! | THRIFT FLIP

[@Lvirgil35]

I love this!! My son passed away last year and he loved backpacks. I am going to use his clothes to make one. Thanks for always making great videos.

[@sallygator22]

I'm so sorry for your loss; I'm praying for you. I think it's a wonderful idea to use his clothes for the backpack in honor of his memory.

[@znycelondon5313]

🙏🏾 and blessings to you. That is a wonderful idea…………..🥰

[@shoogasweet5847]

My condolences 🙏 that will definitely honor his memory.

[@emmajones7492]

I’m so sorry for your loss! God bless you!

[@sharellfreeman2380]

Sending my condolences to you and your family......this is a beautiful idea to remember your son by. You can always have him with you wherever you go!!! So sorry for your loss.

[@panacheluxury4262]

Sis, you need to offer this as a pattern and do a worldwide challenge to see all the amazing creations that come to light. This was so incredible to watch. One thing about it it is unique and you definitely won't see yourself coming and going. Great job!

[@BlueprintDIY]

That's a good idea 👍🏾

[@panacheluxury4262]

@@BlueprintDIY, Yep! So, I will be waiting with money in hand, lol.

[@dacrayzblaze1]

Yes, plz digitize this pattern

[@vaishalitayade8387]

Correct do a worldwide challenge 👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️@BlueprintDIY

[@ketiaperkinsformallydavis6337]

Yess!!

[@sabrinaabateekollo2847]

At this point, Adidas just should hire you for their next Ivy Park collectionS !

[@baltimorehopedealer]

I am no fashion authority...but this is literally YOUR BEST PROJECT on this channel. It is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo you!!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Agreed! Thanks!! 💕

[@Suraj-Lodhi-Rajput]

I love when she smiles after making a bag 😃😃😃😃😃

[@krazykid197]

Not the pettiest!! The bag is a look and being able to produce a custom piece is the best feeling. You truly inspire me.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks Tristan! 💕

[@GALAXIE262]

I don't know how she doesn't have way more Subscribers...she definitely deserves it!

[@michelleschipae1508]

I don't sew I just love to watch up cycling and you ROCK!! I love your energy as well as your style .... Keep doing you!!

[@mdavisscadedu]

I agree. She's a spot of sunshine each week.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁💕

[@DawnieM]

This is me… just sitting watching

[@cheshkat6321]

My first love, for sewing is making my own bags. I have made several cross body bags because that's my style. Drove me nuts buying purses that were ugly, not my colors, fell apart too soon, not enough pockets, and were not easily washable. So, when I got my first sewing machine, new and unique bags were my life before I began making garments for myself. One thing I learned too quickly when making sturdy bags is that those industrial sewing machines are a joy! My sewing machine was only a few months old when I started drooling over the Sailrite! Industrial machine is the goal for me as I keep learning. Having the Brother Strong and Tough now is good, but that Sailrite would definitely be a game changer! I even love the way it sounds, so I am always thrilled when you include that in your videos. I've made most of my bags and other projects from scraps, so I felt a kindred spirit when you said you weren't into that "puzzle" aspect of this creation. That's always been the "I need several breaks" time for me because I want to scream and quit. My last bag had over twenty pockets. I was practicing different styles of pockets and many pockets within pockets. I thought my sewing machine would fall apart. I got to practice hand sewing those thick seams. Making garments with my new Brother has given me some peace while planning my next bag, probably using Ankara fabric and denim. Your video was so much fun. Teaching myself to sew has been a struggle at times but, like you, the end result is wonderful! I hope you make another bag soon so we can see you apply what you learned and would do different. I know I learned a lot and saved all my bags - even the first two that were horrendous. I can't believe I used them in public, they were so awful. Thanks for sharing. I will be telling everyone about this video who thinks I can whip up a bag for them in no time. It's work! Especially without an industrial machine.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, it's definitely a labor of love for sure. ☺️ I'm so impressed that you're pushing through with your sewing machine. Where there's a will, you're making a way. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@dragonmaster5983]

Love the backpack-especially that you used the pockets and zippers already available on the garments. Bias tape has always been my nemesis, however, I have found that hand basting has helped me manage it better. The hand basting takes more time but it saves time in the end because you don't have to tear out and re sew.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks for the tip! 💕👌🏾

[@techita81]

YOU ARE SO GIFTED 💕‼️💕‼️💕

[@RuebenOtero]

I love that you're using patterns for this one! I know you don't like to use them but you look so comfortable with it all!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁 Yeah, this would have been impossible without a pattern.

[@donr7145]

S•I•C•K/🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I thought you were AMAZING. But sister you hit this one out of the park. A must have!!!❤️ Coo dooz to you🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@didiisme9916]

You have topped yourself. Amazing job‼

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks Didi! 😁

[@obiaraemekalam6520]

I'm so in love with this backpack ❤❤❤❤❤❤the only thing I'd have loved to add is some African print (ankara) material... asides that, its perfect

[@BlueprintDIY]

That would be cool!

[@mtebraak1]

I love that idea 💛

[@monachinn1576]

I'm in love with the back pack. Yes i want one. You always do a great job

[@karenhess619]

Great idea making little snips in the rounded corners! If still having trouble, try 2 rows of basting stitch like you would to ease in a set-in sleeve. With the iron-in bonding, it's not going to be as easy due to the thickness, but it's another method that may help ease in the seam around those rounded corners. Sometimes, when I have trouble with things like that, I will even get out my needle and thread and do it by hand before I put it on the machine. Sometimes, I find tricky curves slip on the machine, and if I do a quick and dirty hand sew, it keeps it in place so I can get it right. I've done this before making purses out of thick denim and other very sturdy fabrics.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Great tips! Thanks so much!!

[@missj1350]

🥺Oh my! What a really cool😎,unique & so special backpack with all your😍favourites & 🥰mine! 👏Just love your work!👌always so satifying to watch & hear your voice Angelina your my inspiration.

[@suzannebeyer5369]

Custom hand mad bags are no joke. I made a knitting tote for my best friend, and I was so proud when it was done!

[@circularcloset]

The environmental impact is worth it! @circularcloset

[@lucky0n3]

You are THE DIY GAWDESS. My mind is totally blown 🤯 by your extremely thoughtful work. This is truly a masterpiece!!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 💕

[@manestage5403]

This is easily one of my top five fav creations by you!

[@itsDawnElle]

This backpack is soooo fly!!!!🤗😍🙌🏾😘✨ First of all, I absolutely enjoyed watching you make this! Secondly, you have me wanting one and trying to convince myself that I could do it. Omg this is just soo unique and functional at the same time. I love it!!😍😍😍😍😍

[@marievenezia4929]

I think this is totally the best project ever. Don't criticize any of it!!! It's fantastic!!!!!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁

[@romonaelrod7870]

Your backpack turned out great. It's so cute. I don't have any Adidas, I could make a section of quilting fabric Patchwork and do the denim patchwork too. I would add in lots of pockets. I would definitely put some net pockets on the outside too.

[@vern76-s1h]

So sick!!! thank you for sharing

[@mscupcakedreamson36]

Omgosh, I’m in love with it. I collect backpacks, so this is all me. I need one ASAP! I’ll be the first to order one ma’me.

[@MyraNagy]

All you needed to do was bind everything after it was sewn together. I love the design and the upcycling material.

[@davidmettler3051]

This is Pam again, in Txas, and I love this!!!! AND... You have settled a year long struggle with a much loved boho skirt as I was watching your video intro... I cannot sat how grateful I am!!!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 💕

[@LonnieLovely]

Im going crazy over this!!!! Adidas & Levis need to make a nice offer!!!!

[@karenhess619]

Loved the way you did the lining! I've never been able to master the bias tape thing so I would probably end up hand sewing the 2nd side so I could get it to lay right. This is a very ambitious project. For beginner sewers, try making a tote bag or shopping bag first so you can get a feel for the sides and corners, and how to inset a zipper in the top. You said 3 days. Frankly, it would take most people 3 days at a minimum because sometimes you just need to walk away and come back to a project like this, AND managing the rest of your life takes time too!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Absolutely! Thank you!! 😊

[@zainabmhowwala2000]

Omg I feel your excitement💕 The result is sooo bomb love it🔥❤❤

[@ClaireSophia]

This is such a cute backpack, and really unique. I like the way you filmed your process too.

[@mhdivito]

Words cannot describe how much I love that book bag. You really did a fantastic job!! I wish I had your skills!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁

[@bananaswithcream]

I need a backpack for school that starts in september and I kinda want to do this haha. I literally got my sewing machine today (a few hours ago ) and have been practicing on an old bandana because i dont have eoughh thread or any fabric but I have old clothes so yh hah

[@deniseoates7147]

The backpack is off the chart upscale goodness. This is one project I will not even think about trying because too much difficulty. This look right up Gabby's style vibe, so I knew she was going to try and stake her claim. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you and all in the days to come..

[@MEXTguide_yoyo]

I am prepping to go back to school for masters end of this month and in doing so I told myself to let go of clothes I don't wear as much any more so I can build a fresh wardrobe based on the kind of styles and aesthetics I've grown to like over the years, but I decided to keep as much denim as I could because as part of my back to school wardrobe, I want to make myself a denim laptop bag based on this tutorial, I even made sure to hold on to an old and damaged laptop bag of mine to harvest additional accessories from it so that I don't have to spend any money on zips and the like (the creativity that is born from brokeness lol). I want it to match the outfit I'm hoping to whip up for the day I travel out of my country for school, because who says your girl can't be stylish and comfortable for the journey lol. Fingers crossed this comes together the way I hope it will✌️✌️🤞🤞🤞 otherwise thankyou thankyou thankyou for this Angelina, you've been a big style and sewing craft inspiration for me since I stumbled upon your channel early in my tailoring journey during peak covid of 2020😊

[@elainepeterson1269]

OMG! SUCH A CUTE BACKPACK! You definitely. use this piece for travel. 🥰

[@joleenphillips2415]

I really like this!! I love the denim patchwork elements and incorporating the brand labels in the finished piece. My daughter is crazy about fishnet and I learned how to crochet fishnet pieces. It would be fun to incorporate fishnet pockets internally and externally to comply with the see-through backpack rules many schools have. They can see through it and it looks super cool.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you! Yes, the fishnet would be great for the see through portions.

[@ebonywatkins7128]

Yo. You DID that. Why are there even other depot stores and fashion workers when you already out here killing the game . Stunning work!!

[@kellyebrown8098]

I love, love, love the denim piecing on this. Upcycling the adidas with the zippers is on point, as well as the jean pockets!! On the next one, try fusible fleece(thermolam plus). You can get it at most Walmarts. It's a pre-cut pkg(45"x60"), fairly inexpensive($5-$6 if that) and you can save what you don't use for another project. If you use it, just cut it smaller(without the SA) so it doesn't interferr with your domestic machine and not make it bulky. Plus it helps give it more structure. Making your own bias tape was good too. That pattern was truly unique, just like you! I loved seeing your thought processes as you worked through it also. I can't thank you enough for all of your upcycling talents and encouragements. (I got my info on the fusible fleece from watching bag making videos on youtube). I've used it on a small purse and their advice is sound. Keep doing what you do!! 🥰🥰

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks for the tips! I'll order some and give it a try for sure. 👍🏾

[@annelienilsson3470]

Love it, love it, love it. Great work! I´ve already made the pattern tonight. It seams a little bit stickier to get the material that I want here in Sweden, living in a small island, but I will try my best. So so exciting.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁

[@SeetalMD]

I would add a pop of colour as the binding or bias. Like yellow or orange. Try that in the clear one for your daughter. I’d love to watch that and I’m sure the millions of us would love to watch that too!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

She doesn’t love color, but that’s a great idea for the backpacks I’ll be making for my brand.

[@genevievemurray7743]

I love your vlog. Forty years ago I used to make fleecy trousers for our toddlers from the sleeves of my husbands sweaters then the tops from the bodice pieces. I obviously didn’t go far enough.

[@nopsketchbook]

I love that you said "at my skill level" which is such a great thing to say because you have so many followers and such success and still learning. even if I reach master skill level I know I'm still gonna have wonky seams. your videos are so accessible. I made an embroidered eye fringe fanny pack should pouch kind of deal with an adjustable strap and it's maybe one of my favorite things I've ever made. figuring it out as you go is my favorite aspect of your videos. :D

[@harmonyhomeandgarden]

Oh wow!! Not what I thought you were going to make. Great job and I love the surprise creation.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊💕

[@aelama9]

Like you, pin stripe, Adidas n Levi are some of my most ALL TIME favorite apparel. THIS IS SOOOOOOOO DOPE!! Thx for sharing your creativity.

[@stephaniejones4608]

That backpack is tooooo cute! I love it and I love your work. Keep doing what you do...amazing!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁

[@shadymccoy7]

Angelina, you slayed that backpack 🎒!!! 🔥🔥🔥 Thanks for sharing!!

[@fannycontour4023]

J'adore le mélange du jean et du noir Adidas, super original. Tu m'inspires tellement. Merci pour ton travail, ton partage et ta bonne humeur.

[@kimoramicheal8353]

People like you, will always be the reason why I am always able to DREAM BIG! 💡

[@BlueprintDIY]

That makes me so happy!!

[@ShareWithHT3]

Amazing transformation.you’re so many Energy

[@znycelondon5313]

Loooooooooooove this project. Especially the denim patch work🤗🤗🤗 You had so much patience to put this together…… The end result was…….👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥰

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁💕

[@matiasns89]

Great backpack. I would recommend to sew the whole backpack first, the whole lining after, and then join the two pieces together. I think that would make it a lot easier :)

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks! Would you connect the two at any point?

[@andread.3958]

Excellent project! The end result was so cool 😎 👏👏👏

[@louiscisse]

This really really is brilliant!!!!! I love seeing you tackle more complicated things like this!!!!

[@chiara3473]

Ohhh woww! That's absolutely beautiful! I think it will be my next project for my back to work 😉

[@sampleworks9432]

Great video, loved watching the process and Loved your excitement ❣️. Fun

[@annetteharris8765]

Love, love, love it. Yes I love the dress shirt too. I don't sew but have a sewing machine. I gotta I really have to learn.

[@michelleburke403]

Absolutely love how it turned out!! So original and creative…. Such a great 💡

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you 💕

[@lalvoz888_]

Loving the Next Top Upcycler tribute, I hope we can get a season 2 bc it was SO cool and I'm still not over with them incredible projects, maybe next season can be all about dress shirts???? 👀👀 js

[@BlueprintDIY]

Season 2 coming this Fall! 👍🏾

[@yvonneleach9650]

Where did you get the wooden and metal baskets behind you? I have a cubby system and want to get it organized.

[@alexisanderson1185]

Awesome...I also using my finances clothing to make back packs for the grandkids a memorial...I do recomend using some padding for shock sbdirb for the laptop pockets.! Love appreciate And thank you for all that u bring to our creative lives.

[@fernandalarenas8009]

I absolutely love this!!! You are such an inspiration for many people, including me. I could not understand where i can follow the show you mentioned . Than you for doing this

[@tamarabeitia4241]

True!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Here it is kzbin.info/aero/PL325zR1lirvdf4SYeH4xv67dXmv4nKEf-

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Nothing better than a great bag. You did it! Great tutorial. Thanks.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊

[@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456]

Incredible editing, super clear explanations. Seriously love your tutorials !

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊💕

[@tamarabeitia4241]

Oh my! I love it! Feeling inspired, I’ll have to make time to try to do something like this!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁

[@sharmalee8094]

I really love this!!!!! You did an absolutely beautiful job with this one. It's even inspiring me to make one for myself. I've always wanted a unique laptop bag

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁💕

[@kiikiinpiink]

You have no idea how exciting your channel is! 😊

[@angiebell3733]

Seriously the CUTEST!! I lOVE IT!!

[@jasnavuk]

I SO love this. What a great project, Angelina!!!

[@kaybouie1972]

Well I am glad you have these pictures of YOU with this backpack, because I have a feeling you are never going to see it again. the look on your daughters face was like "Thanks Mom" 😂😂😂

[@BlueprintDIY]

I know right 😂

[@i.l.746]

You absolutely killed it. I love this.. So. Clever and fun 😍

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊

[@thriftedbeauty]

Have you ever tried to make the "damsil in distress maxi skirt? I think it looks amazing and would be an adventure to make :)

[@BlueprintDIY]

I've had several requests to do that skirt, so I'll have to start looking for the flannel shirts.

[@thriftedbeauty]

@@BlueprintDIY I can't wait!!!

[@Jesterjones9073]

Oh wow! I absolutely LOVE this!!! I have just scored an old Elna (1980) machine that goes like a bomb! My Brother sewing machine (just 10 years old) died spectacularly. I have only ever ‘dabbled’ in sewing, but am so keen to do this. I have a small handbag I am going to do first, the. A few of your other smaller projects to get back in to it, but I am DEFINITELY going to do this when I am a bit more confident. I am so inspired by you!

[@desrieebeckford4879]

Great job, thanks for sharing your process. Fully functional with good storage pockets.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊

[@veronicaprigmore4971]

This is absolutely stunning!!!

[@evrydayppl2]

💜💜💜YOU KILLED THIS!!💜💜💜 Consider me inspired enough to get up and make a backpack happen. I love how you used the overall hardware. That alone creates a “look” for the straps. I have mucho denim scrap to use and quite a bit of other cotton scraps to put o use. I don’t really do Adidas, but I have other colorful cotton prints to make it mine. Thank you so much for the inspiration. Your daughter will be the envy of her peers with that bag! 💜💜💜

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 💕🥰

[@elleh.3235]

3 days?😳😳😳 if I'd do it, 😪 month? Very unique, functional and Stylish😉😉😉😉basically it covers any need very roomie. Very unexpected, when You posted the little pattern I have no idea. Well done 👏👏👏

[@BlueprintDIY]

😆 Yeah, it's a long haul project for sure. You guys give me so many great ideas when I post the previews.

[@toomuchcreativity41lifetim79]

The most adorable thing I habe ever seen😍😍😍 I will definitely make it this year😍 I ordered a levis-jeans on a second-hand-website yesterday (for 5€). And I'm soooo excited🤭

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy!

[@vaishalitayade8387]

Hello Angelina you really did a fantastic job I love you so much ❤️❤️❤️ always worth watching 👍🏻👍🏻

[@coreysimon8321]

Everything is always stunning but this one. WOW!😱 I'm in love best of 2021🥰

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 💕

[@samiiExclusivez]

I don't sew but I love watching you make all these awesome items... So today in my recommendations there was Marine Serre presents core FW21 regenerated material also known as up cycling lol.. Upon me watching I definitely thought of you... I couldn't help but think what you would do with silk scarves and logo t-shirts ... Well I hope you see this message and maybe even watch for yourself and get inspired to maybe do one or all of these up cycles...

[@JoDeeKenney]

Ok! You always deliver and in this one you have shot past the MOON!! Absolutely STUNNING! 🔥

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😁💕

[@CreatingIntentionally]

I made a drawstring little back pack when I was in high school. It was no where as big(or technical) as this but it was stressful lol.. I worked that bag to the ground lol. This is super cool and yes you should definitely do a pattern and add it to your store. My daughter was basically drooling 🤤😍over this bag lol... thanks for taking the time to record and show us the process. PS. I knew your daughter wants to steal this backpack, shoot I want to🤭

[@AveryMorstan]

This is so amazing!!! Love all that patchwork detail!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊💕

[@BlahblahAmanda]

Absolute favorite thing I've seen in awhile 😍 🙌 great job 👏 👍

[@BlueprintDIY]

Wow, thank you!

[@mrzuniga692]

You did a great job--especially considering this is your first backpack. I am totally inspired to try a backpack again (my first attempt wasn't so great LOL). I might add foam interfacing for the laptop pocket for a little extra protection because I am prone to toss my bags around (eeek!). Thanks so much for the real life journey. It looks awesome!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks ☺️

[@dbelton7111]

OOOMMMGGG Angelina!!! That is soooooo cute!! Girl you amaze me with your creativity! I am still nervous about just cutting the bottom of dresses to make them into tops. I love, love, love, the backpack. I thought you added a base to it also however the way you did it is perfect for a first time!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

I think I might have the perfect video for you next week. 😉

[@walterricks9965]

You outdid yourself.... AMAZING WORK!

[@lucky0n3]

I wonder if corset boning would also work for the seam binding? (Perhaps it would provide a little more support??) 🤔

[@missygrando1965]

I thought about the clear backpack requirement too. Like what percentage of clear material can we get away with. I know the zipper can stay, as well as the straps. Maybe in a fun vinyl shade of blue or something.

[@BlueprintDIY]

I'm going to try it because she keeps begging for one. 😆

[@TheFashionWHT]

Seriously this is amazing!! Lol you’re putting my poor diy tote bags to shame 🤣🤣🤣. I attempted something similar to this many years ago but with vinyl. Made an entire clear backpack for my brother for Christmas. First time doing it too! It took several days. Sadly he ended up tearing it up 🙄 should have given it to my other brother who was in high school at the time and not the elementary/middle schooler 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@koetiquemade9613]

This is Absolutely brilliant! 🤯 I have never wanted to make a backpack but you got my mind going and now I think I just might! Love this❤️

[@arseniotegari6541]

This is definitely the most sustainable high end backpack!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thanks Arsenio! 💕

[@foxyt556]

You have outdone yourself with this project👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 wow!! Stalking your shop like 👀👀😂

[@BlueprintDIY]

I'm working on some this week 👍🏾

[@chareseshinabery]

😱😱😱😱😱 whaaaaat!!! this bag is awesome!!!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊💕

[@amandabray9498]

Yaaaaaaaas! I looooooove doing patchwork and this turned out Amazing!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you!! 😊

[@AmberWhittedauthor]

My soul feels like it needs to make this. I am a level 0.5 upcycler, but I'd be willing to tackle this just because it's so dope!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! 💕

[@NaeNaeW]

😍💫I love love love it!! 💥You did an amazing job!!👏👏💯❤❤💖💗💟💝 I love all your upcycles!! 🥳✨🎈

[@BlueprintDIY]

Thank you 💕🥰

[@destinydanze3344]

love it🔥🔥🔥 so creative & practical