Ferris Bag Online Class

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

I can't wait to make this. However, I found it a little odd that you would show the sewing of the long strap, and only give verbal directions on adding the hardware. I'm still pretty new to bag making and would benefit from seeing how the strap comes together rather than watching someone sew in a straight line. Thank you!

[@mariadoloresmorillo4078]

I agree! I am very surprised too, as that is always the part that confuses me the most.

[@sylviastockman9748]

@@mariadoloresmorillo4078 I agree also. I've made three of these now, however, I found it difficult in the beginning. I think the video is too fast.

[@janetbailey4282]

totally agree. Maybe she has it explained in one of her other tutorials??

[@sheleighharding4404]

Completely agree.

[@Autobahn4537]

Buy the pattern and read the instructions. It’s not hard at all.

[@nancyschaefer8910]

The demonstration of the strap/buckle construction is missing

[@nancyschaefer8910]

She has a tutorial for making adjustable strap here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6eWmqB9os98iZI

[@niesjebroderick9125]

This was one of the best tutorial video I have seen. She was very clear on instructions and her hands never got in the way of the making. Very easy pattern but never could have done it without the video. I have made 1 small bag and 1 medium bag. They both came out perfect!

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and letting us know! We are so glad you enjoyed this tutorial! Happing Sewing :)

[@patriciamchale4686]

I had a difficult time understanding the written directions for attaching lining. This video helped a lot. Themk you

[@SallieTomato]

Yay! Glad it helped!

[@juliarobbins5841]

I wish you had given video instructions on making the strap. That’s the most confusing part!

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for the suggestion, we'll let the team know!

[@travelingnana13]

You can look at the Zippy tutorial

[@lanafultz4988]

I also am making the medium size now. Its the large size that has all the problems with fitting. The medium size fits well.

[@SallieTomato]

Glad to hear the medium size is working better for you. Would you please send a quick email to info@sallietomato regarding the issues you had with the large one. We want to make sure our team is aware. Thank you. Happy Sewing!!

[@kimw5533]

I think the large size pattern pieces are wrong. Also, it would be helpful to add in measurements if subbing webbing for the strap.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting on this video. Please refer to our pattern corrections page on our website for the corrections made to this pattern: sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections

[@handmadebyMickie]

Watching this video the stabilizer looks like Pellon SF 101 interfacing, not fusible fleece. Please let me know which it is.

[@SallieTomato]

Hi Mickie, you are correct, the Pellon SF101, being shown on the lite cork fabric in the tutorial. You may certainly choose either SF101 or fusible fleece. We often use the fusible fleece with quilt cottons, linen, and even our faux waxed canvas for softer support. The SF101 works well if you prefer a flatter appearance to the finished project. Thanks for watching and happy sewing!

[@jeanetteciccaglione4334]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I bought the pattern but had a hard time following since I have not done this before.

[@SallieTomato]

You’re welcome 😊 Glad it was helpful!

[@susanloretta5253]

I always find bag-sewing challenging!!! I'm not a good pattern reader I guess, but the Sallie Tomato patterns & videos are terrific!

[@susanbailey927]

My fanny pack is really cute. It would have been helpful in the directions on the strap to give a length in inches for the finished strap with the fanny pack attached. I didn't think of this before I finished the medium size and the smallest it could be is 39" which fell off of me, so I had to cut off several inches so it would fit me.

[@SallieTomato]

We really appreciate this feedback! Thank you!

[@WatkinsFam1992]

i am more of a visual learner and this tutorial was easy to follow (if you're making the small bag) but the written instructions along with the video tutorial didn't make sense. my back piece didn't match up with my front piece. then i realized that there was piece A (this pattern piece was with the test square and the small pattern pieces) that needed to be added to the the back panel to match up with the front main panel somewhat. the written instructions didn't include what to do with this piece, unless i missed it somewhere,...and in the video tutorial, there wasn't any mention of this. granted i made the large ferris pack, and the video is for the small. i think it would be a good idea to mention the additional steps for the large bag well as adjusting the written instructions to include that additional piece and step. i was a bit lost with the written instructions.

[@lanafultz4988]

When you come to the part that says, Assemble the bag, the back does not fit the front because the extension tabs are not on the back only the front. I had to add them and cut to fit. Same problem with the lining piece.

[@SallieTomato]

We would love to assist you further. Please email our team at info@sallietomato, with the information and possible photos. Happy Sewing!!

[@suelisk]

I've made the large bag five times, with the same problem each time. I've checked and double checked to ensure I've cut the pattern pieces correctly. I've ensured that I use the correct seam allowances by drawing lines on the fabric to follow. However, there seems to be a problem with Panel E--it is much larger than the Panel C pieces that E is attached to. Is there a correction for this pattern? If not, suggestion(s)?

[@kimw5533]

I am having the same issue. I don’t think the company tested the large size. Just made it. It is frustrating.

[@kimw5533]

I hope you get a positive response. I know too many people having issues to ignore this. 🤞🏻

[@angelagraf5039]

Same issue here. Panel E is too large

[@kimw5533]

@@angelagraf5039 did you email customer service? So frustrating to get this far in a bag and have it not work!

[@deenachusid5414]

@Stephen Ledet Did you get any response about Panel E? How did you make it work?

[@SherriFletcherawesome]

Fantastic tutorial, thank you so much

[@SallieTomato]

You're very welcome!

[@user-gl5nd6mk9u]

As I am watching this I realize I do not have a "panel B" -- nor a note on the size for this panel. Would you provide the measurement for this piece. Thank you!

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting on this. Please email our customer service at: [e-mail] for further help on this pattern. You can also check out the Pattern Revisions here: sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections

[@missruthguest]

thank you, not got the pattern yet but enjoyed watching and great suggestion for using my cork fabric

[@SallieTomato]

You are so welcome!

[@louisamarquez7938]

How did you get the zipper teeth closed on both ends of the zipper pull??

[@SallieTomato]

Hi Louisa, Thanks for asking your question. When I made a Ferris bag, I overlapped the zipper coils a little bit, so the width of the zipper would 'equal' or have the same width measurement as the zipper when its closed. Let us know if this helps!

[@susanloretta5253]

I like when the pattern or video also tells us which way the zippers should pull, left to right or left to right. I notice the pattern pics, they zip to the right to open, but the video shows the opposite, to the left is open. Just make sure they are the same! I'm curious as to why the strap is going to have raw edges exposed there in the middle. I guess I'm used to folding them in to meet in the center, then fold in half, THEN stitch 1/8' from both edges.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting and sharing your feedback. We like to leave the direction of the zipper up to personal preference so it is easier for a left handed person to pull left and a right handed person to pull to the right. Also, for the way the strap is made the edges are folded in and then folded in half and then stitched down so they are not exposed and won't fray when using cotton or canvas. I hope you found this explanation helpful. If you have any further questions or comments, please email us directly at: [e-mail] Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment! Happy Sewing!

[@loribridges5105]

I have made 2 small and 1 medium size. None of the pieces line up like shown. I really don’t like how the lining get attached to the front panel. It leaves you with a hard to close opening. It has to be sewn by hand unless I’m not following the directions correct.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting on this video. Please see our pattern corrections page for the updated corrections to this pattern as we think this may help solve the problem. sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections If you are still having difficulties, please email us at [e-mail].

[@joannecolajo]

I bought this pattern at my local sewing store. I am at place panel e and it isn’t lining up. Seems way to big…, I have followed the written directions and this video. It doesn’t work. Also had problems before this with the lining on the front… can you help me? Thanks. I think I understand the panel e issue…. I did a better seam allowance.

[@SallieTomato]

Hi Joanne, Thank you so much for commenting and asking your question. Please view our Pattern Corrections page on our website to make sure you are using the most up to date version of the pattern. (The link is below) If you have any further questions after reveiwing the webpage, please email us at: [e-mail] sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections

[@colleenlazar4330]

Terrific tutorial!

[@Highroader02488]

made 5 so far, the written instructions still have me having to get the video, and not one has come together properly, ive had to redo them all.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting and letting us know. We are looking at creating an updated tutorial in the future for this but in the meantime, we recommend checking out the pattern corrections page on our website for corrections made to the is pattern. sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections

[@handiann]

I’m in the middle of making the medium size and some of the pattern pieces are too big, or not big enough. The large lining piece is about 3/8 in too big on the sides and bottom and piece B is 1/4 inch wider than the top of piece A. I double checked the test square on the printout and it’s spot on, and I also checked the pieces I had to measure and cut and I made those to the specified size. The bag pattern looks good,but there seem to be a lot of inaccuracies with it. Some help would be appreciated please.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. Please refer to our Pattern Corrections page at the link below for updated corrections to this pattern which I believe will help solve your problem. If you have any additional questions, please email us at: [e-mail] for help. sallietomato.com/pages/pattern-corrections

[@handiann]

@@SallieTomato Thankyou for replying, but I’m afraid I’m unimpressed. Patterns need to be error-checked by testers and made bomb-proof before they’re released and not, as this seems to be, sold to the public for them to report errors which then get added to a massive corrections sheet. I’ll not be buying any more of your patterns.

[@yoly26]

Cómo puedo conseguir el patrón ? Gracias!!

[@SallieTomato]

Hi there! Please click on the link below to find the Ferris Pattern: sallietomato.com/products/ferris-instant-download

[@helenasantos896]

Nao tem molde e nem as medidas da peça

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for reaching out today. Here is the link for the Ferris Pattern on our website. The patterns will have all the measurements needed. sallietomato.com/products/ferris-paper-pattern-1?_pos=4&_sid=8b46c5e4a&_ss=r

[@pamelabirmingham7086]

Hi there ! I just bought this pattern but couldn’t find panel B tu cut, is that normal ?

[@travelingnana13]

It is a measurement under the cutting instructions

[@janetmcadamsbailey1874]

thank you for this great pattern, But like others.....You really need to show how to put the hardware on your strap.

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for watching and commenting on this video. We appreciate your feedback to help us make better tutorials. Happy Sewing!

[@nicolegibson9771]

Where did you purchase the narrow zipper foot?

[@travelingnana13]

She carries that.

[@Dmaeredesigns]

This is not a good tutorial I'm totally confused about the last step where the last out side and lining don't match...are you to cut the back pieces differently? I don't see that....frustrating!!

[@mariadoloresmorillo4078]

Can you replace the O-ring for a D-ring? That's all I have in hand. Thanks.

[@SallieTomato]

Ab-sew-lutely!

[@angelicaperez4535]

Please make a more thorough video ❤️

[@SallieTomato]

Thank you for commenting and sharing your feedback. We will look into making a new Ferris Bag Tutorial. Thank you for watching!

[@kschallert3569]

Is it really necessary to rush through the video? It b would be helpfulness actually SEE what your talking about.

[@SallieTomato]

Thanks for commenting on this video. We do have a new tutorial on this pattern and we suggest watching the new one. If you have any questions as you are creating with the pattern and the video, please reach out directly to us at: [e-mail] Here is the link to the new video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJnJe3qtrdCpm68 Happy Sewing!