Full Bag Tutorial: H2O 2GO Sling - Boxed Bottom and Welt Pocket

[@michellebrownphoto]

It was so nice to meet you at Sewcation Orlando this weekend! I’ve done boxed bottom hacks on the H2O but this one is brilliant! Can’t wait to try it!

[@lindsaym.5037]

Heads up to others who haven't tried this hack yet!! This is a great tutorial, clearly explained and very well filmed, with one exception that cost me a good deal of fabric and time. Before you first put a stitch into your waterproof lining, please know that she will instruct you to sew the long seam shut. That is, she will NOT instruct you to leave a 5" gap, as in the original pattern (for turning later). Instead, as soon as you’ve stitched the seam shut, she will direct you to use your seam ripper to rip open the seam again. I tried this "technique" with three different pieces of waterproof canvas lining (I was making three sling bags, and unfortunately, I sewed them all as she instructed, right in a row, before watching the next step) that all had to be scrapped as I ended up ripping every single one of them. So, again -- around the 41 minute mark, really consider if you want to follow her advice or if you want to just leave a 5" opening, as the original pattern calls for.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Glad you liked the Video, Lindsay. This technique is an old school method to make your seams more crisp in the end and is very common, especially in clothing. It’s not a must do but it’s a trick that some people like, some people don’t. I’m not sure why it would cost you any extra time or fabric, unless you accidentally cut into your fabric when seam ripping. A nice sharp ripper, as seen here in the video doesn’t add extra time or effect the fabric. Either way, you can definitely choose to skip this step and do your own thing. Happy sewing! :)

[@fanmommusicismedicine7035]

Or live and learn. Make sure you watch the entire video before you make anything, or read the instructions of the original pattern and adapt as you go.

[@boonchilla]

I did see that technique she’s talking about. I haven’t done mine yet but I appreciate the words of “warning” haha. I appreciate that :)

[@bccabernet]

I alwaysake sure to read through my pattern (if not doing a hack) and watch a sewing tutorial all the way through before I start stitching. I find that I pick up some tips along the way before I sew my project. 😊

[@p.kathleenshigemi5658]

I appreciate the high quality of presentation, use of appropriate sewing terms and grammar. Your demonstration is clear, concise, and readily comprehended. Thank you.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you for the feedback! So glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@debradowd8281]

This video is extraordinarily well done. Thank you.

[@thesparrowsnest8343]

This is one of the most comprehensive and easily descriptive tutorials that I have ever seen. You are such a great instructor. I will be checking out your other videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@juliefelsenthal8461]

I am so glad my sister told me about your channel.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Glad you found it! Happy sewing :)

[@almasalsera]

I've seen so many people strugling on FB with this bag. I bought the pattern and put it away because I thought if they're strugling imagine me that I'm a beginner. Well!, I followed two videos this and another one that shows how to add a simple pocket in front of the bag and... I made it. Thank you so much for such a great video. You are so clear braking down every detail. Muchas gracias!

[@ashleyjdej]

Where did you find a front picket video?!

[@EmporiumThreads]

That is wonderful to hear! I am so glad you were able to make it and enjoyed the process ❤️

[@carmenlow2640]

Great instructor, clear concise instructions! My favorite!

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you for the kind words :) glad you enjoyed!

[@justmep61]

Great video and thanks so much for showing us how to make a clean and neat zipper opening with no puckers!

[@monikita777]

This has to be yhe yhird yime watching this video, its such a great instructional video. Im finally going yo aytempt making this bag, the bag looks great, snd i fonally started ealking around with a water bottle 😉 thanks for showing us the steps 🌻🪡🧵

[@KarenCummings-g4k]

Great tutorial! I followed along and it came out perfect. Thank you for the easy to follow tutorial.

[@EmporiumThreads]

So glad it was helpful :)

[@fanmommusicismedicine7035]

Great tutorial! I much prefer the box bottom look.

[@suzanneedansereau6240]

Great pattern and instructions too. I also like the music, what is it ? Great piano playing. Thank you for everything, I love it !

[@frapatch]

Excellent tutorial! You are an amazing teacher. Thank you for taking the time to do this. I am bing watching all your videos. Thank you again!!!!!!

[@EmporiumThreads]

Happy you enjoy the videos. Thanks Francesca!

[@PandaCat18]

Thank you so much for this! I love the H2O2Go bag but I dont make it often because its so tedious when attaching the bottom. This will make me want to make it more often!

[@catherinecharlwood4546]

Great video, your voice is calm, you are cool and collected! Love the bloopers at the end🙂🙂

[@colleenmurray4707]

This was great!! I just finished it. Thank you very much!!!

[@tinagranger8185]

Thank you for this. I’m going to make it on my new sewing machine , which I absolutely love.

[@EmporiumThreads]

I am so happy you love your machine!!! That is really so fabulous! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@boonchilla]

This tutorial is fantastic!!!! Thank you so so much for making this video! I’m planning on making this version for my best friend for our first cruise together in a couple of weeks! Would love to be able to share the photo with you! Thank you again!!! ❤

[@EmporiumThreads]

I would LOVE to see you and your bestie with your bags! Please share it with me via Facebook in the group or on the business page wall. If you search FB for Emporium Threads, you’ll find me! Hope your cruise is wonderful. We will be doing on in a few weeks too on the Disney Wish! Small world if that if your cruise too!!

[@AprilGThatsSewApril]

THANK YOU! I love this hack. Great video and you are an amazing teacher. I love how you included bloopers to make me feel I am not alone with mistakes. I'm so sorry about your finger!

[@EmporiumThreads]

That is exactly why I keep them in. We are all human and the internet makes us forget what we really are like as humans 😉 keep up the good work and I’ll keep including the bloopers!!

[@cowgirlsyl]

Many thanks for your tutorial. I hadn’t heard of this bag until I stumbled upon your video. Purchased the pattern and made one for myself to take on a mission trip to Ukraine. Loved it so much I made 6 more to take/give to interpreters/helpers on the trip!

[@EmporiumThreads]

I am so glad that you found this hack useful. Thank you so much for being an amazing humanitarian and helping out the people of Ukraine. I hope you have a safe journey and return home unscathed.

[@melbalugo]

thank you this video is by far the most detailed video . I m a visual person and you make it so simple I got it from the begging one thing I need to get that ruler no doubt but the website is closed so I shall wait until its open again

[@trumpet6443]

Thank you for a great video. Your teaching style is extremely clear.

[@jennsoper5772]

Thank you for this hack. I made an H2O2Go for a dear friend for her birthday. This will be my go to method for seeing these from now on! Love the outtakes at the end. 😊

[@leajazdzewski1676]

Really liked this, so thank you!! I do want to point out one thing, though. When you drew the corners for the bottom, you didn't take the folded edge into account, which is why it didn't line up properly when you boxed them. If the seam on the bottom is 3/8", you need to reduce the folded side by the same amount, as there is no seam there. I hope this is helpful.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thanks for watching! Thank you for the tip as well!

[@jojoamo69]

I was going to say the same thing 🙂

[@elainen2636]

I'm confused....what folded side are they mentioning? I am definitely going to try this as I absolutely hated sewing that rounded bottom on the original. I also am not on any social media sites so I appreciate that you demonstrated this as I would have not known about it otherwise. Very concise and thorough video. Thank you.

[@spinosaurusman]

@@EmporiumThreads I’m in the middle of making this. How do I adjust accordingly so I dont have the same issue ? I’ve never hacked a pattern !

[@EmporiumThreads]

You don't really need to worry about it, because we trim the excess off the bottom anyway.

[@deazufelt3040]

Such a great video! I can’t wait to make this while following along with you in the video. Makes it so much easier. Thanks!

[@sharbubr2802]

Excellent demonstrations and explanations. I can do this😀!

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yes you can! Happy sewing :)

[@tracycanfield6814]

Excited to make this bag , I think this hack will be great for my grandkids !

[@jank831]

Great job Rae! I'm ready to take this one on, thanks to you. Loved your outtakes at the end :)

[@EmporiumThreads]

Awesome! You can do it! 😃

[@teresafinnerty207]

Thank you for this video I purchased the pattern and did a collaboration with your hack and added the orginal I added a slip pocket inside too. :) I also added rivets. your video was great and thorugh I did not need to read the pattern!!!

[@ashleyjdej]

I'd love to see yours! Trying to figure out how to do something like this with the original pocket

[@EmporiumThreads]

I love that! Way to flex your creative muscles!! Glad you found the video helpful

[@murwill1]

Super fun tutorial. Thank you for that. I was wondering what was the length that you cut your strap?

[@EmporiumThreads]

I cut mine about 52”-54” for an adjustable crossbody strap.

[@billieclark1661]

Thank you! I am about to sew my second H20 To Go and anxious since the curved bottom caused me a lot of problems last time. Great tutorial!

[@samesta5695]

Thanks so much. I just made my first one last week and immediately followed it with another one. If I can make them faster, that’s amazing. I just have to get the hang of the recessed zipper.

[@robinlibby8388]

Thanks for the video. I think this will be perfect for zoo cups

[@cows3500]

Great job, and loved the outtakes! I knew we'd see blood. 🤣

[@EmporiumThreads]

😂

[@tesschristensen8395]

Thank you for showing this hack! This is amazing and can't wait to try!

[@heathergran5525]

Thank so much Rae! This video was awesome!

[@debbieayres9176]

This is Great video and very helpful. I wish you could also do a Square Bottom hack with the Front Slip Pocket and Zipper Pocket.

[@sandyhearth8249]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you 😊

[@kathrynboseman5249]

This is a good tutorial for sewers who are new to bag making. Cute bag but I never did see a hack, just a tutorial for a modification to an existing pattern and known techniques.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Changing/altering an existing bag pattern is commonly known as “hacking” a pattern.

[@souled.out.soapers9397]

Great tutorial. Can you help us with this bag with hack but add a 3d front pocket? This would be amazing and allow more space for keys or more bulky items. Thanks

[@EmporiumThreads]

I’ve thought about this. I am currently work on a pocket like that for something different and if I figure it out, I can see if I can make it work on this bag. If it does, I can release a video.

[@bccabernet]

One way you can make a 3d pocket is to fold the bottom corner with right sides together to make a triangle shape. Sew 1-2 cm from that corner edge and trim off the excess. This is a different way to box a corner. Do the same for all 3 remaining corners if it a zip pocket or the other corner of it's a slip pocket. Iron the seam allowance underneath (to the wrong side). Put the pocket onto your exterior fabric and topstitch it in place. I hope that helps.

[@2nywa2]

Loved your tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to make this detailed video!

[@dalvaserranomondesi]

Love your videos. You are a great instructor. Also the last part ..... I hate pins because , same thing happens to me ..... blood on my projects.

[@sashahartshorn7517]

Love your tutorials. I hope you will do more

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you, more to come for 2022!

[@hope-e5c]

You can use painters tape to tape the pocket down

[@BR54niner]

Extremely helpful video. Thank you. I must admit…I wish I had a zipper pull for every time you said “I’m going to”. 🤭♥️

[@EmporiumThreads]

You’d be flush with pulls haha ;)

[@Lisapittsburghnurse]

Any chance you could do a video with the boxed bottom hack and the front zip/slip pocket hack?

[@dianen420]

Love this hack. Thank you so much. I have made three using the original method and this is so much easier. Can the square bottom be done with the front card slot/slip pocket?

[@margaretmurph3609]

I enjoy watching you can you tell me where you purchased the fabric

[@EmporiumThreads]

Hard to recall but check oh so pretty fabrics, ohana fabrics or sweet n charmed fabric. I think it’s one of them :)

[@misheldodge8206]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@EmporiumThreads]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@lonemuchow3900]

Love it, made my first one, thank you

[@gailb7599]

I Made your hacked version with the side zipper and boxed bottom it was super easy. Can I still make the bag the original zipper pockets with the boxed bottom ?

[@keleeshamarley7178]

This hack is amazing. Thank you for sharing. It was so good seeing you this weekend at the SewMagical Expo. Also glad I got my template! 🥰🎉🎊

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you! It was amazing to meet you (and everyone!) this weekend at the expo. Glad you got your template too!

[@tarabya4]

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[@maryannrouisse414]

Great tutorial definitely going to make this and I need one of those templates.

[@marthaisiordia4104]

Omg, I bought this pattern but the round bottom is kicking my but. Your square bottom is a great idea!

[@shacarr6844]

I love this.. Got a!! The way to the end and could not get my webbing to sew with out making a mess on the other side. Not sure why this is happening.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Hmm could be an issue of thickness and your machine. Possibly try some thinner webbing or a fatter needle? I use a 75/11 but you may need to bump up to a 80/14.

[@polinapavelina4181]

Where did you learn this craft, madam?

[@Lisapittsburghnurse]

You did an amazing job teaching this. Will you consider doing the purse pal hack tutorial?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you! I would definitely consider putting something together for that one. I’ll add it to my list of stuff to do!

[@heatherf3288]

This was so easy to follow. Thank you! Any chance of you doing a follow up for the Synched top hack?

[@EmporiumThreads]

I have not thought about it but it’s something to consider for sure! I know that the pattern creator did make a video for that hack.

[@sobeidacastro2339]

Beautiful thanks

[@JudithBrummett]

I would like to figure out a way to add a pocket with dimension like a gusset type pocket but can't figure out how to attach it to the outside bag. Any ideas? I find it just a bit tight to add a cell phone to the bag as is but dont want to make it bigger and the cup tip while im wearing it.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Hmmm. I’d have to think on that. I’m currently on a Mav pack streak so it might be a while before I circle back to the H20!

[@lattelady57]

This is so incredibly helpful, thanks so much!

[@boonchilla]

Is there a video out there showing how to cut the pattern pieces for this bag? Especially this one for the hack?

[@brattykittencatcessories]

"Ask me how I know" I got the nickname, "Pin-Pin OW" the summer I spent at my aunts learning to sew 20+ years ago. She still comments that on any sewing projects I post. Lol

[@aracelilindsley464]

Hello, Thank you so much for your tutorial, I just tried this hack and worked wonderfully, I appreciate the details in your explanation, although I had a bit of trouble using Thermolan after I turned the bag, I got a lot of wrinkles!, is there some kind of trick to use Thermolan on this bag? I would appreciate any advice you can give me, I like the feeling of the final product but without the wrinkles would be wonderful.

[@EmporiumThreads]

I don’t usually have issues with wrinkles but on cotton, if I do, I just give it a light press with a medium/hot iron. It usually fixed it right up. You can try steam too. Stuff a rolled up towel inside the bag and use that to press. It’s very useful.

[@melbalugo]

just ordered the zipper ruler

[@EmporiumThreads]

Awesome! It already shipped out so hopefully you get it soon!

[@untraveled]

I'd love to find a hack for this pattern with a straight top-zip zipper. I'm afraid my phone and credit cards would fall out of a side pocket...!

[@cindysimoes2260]

GREAT tutorial, need that zipper template, Ill come back & order on 10/20! THANKS so very much!

[@barbaradannenfelser5267]

I loved your tutorial! the box bottom hack is great, but I like the original front zip pocket. If I add the 2" to all the pieces like you did in the vid, will I be able to use your box bottom directions? TY!

[@EmporiumThreads]

Hey! Thank you! I think a different method would be called for to avoid your pocket ending up in the bottom of your bag. When we add 2” to everything, most of that new length ends up being on the bottom of the bag, as our boxed bottom. To avoid that, here is the way I would do this: I would cut all the pieces normally for the rounded front pocket, and body of the bag, per the pattern. I would then assemble the front pocket and attach it to the bag body, per the pattern. Once the pocket is attached, I would lay out the flat bag body and measure it across the bottom. Cut yourself a strip that is 2 3/8” tall (this gives you enough for a 3/8” seam allowance to attach the strip to the bag assembly) by the length of the bag assembly. I would then attach that across the bottom, then I would sew up the spine of the bag, turning it all into a cylinder. At this stage, you SHOULD be able to box the bottom per this tutorial and avoid bulk in the front, but keep true to the original rounded front pocket. I have not done this method before, but to my way of thinking, this should get you on the right path to a favorable outcome. You may need to tweak it a little though. Good luck!

[@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456]

@@EmporiumThreads Came into the comments to ask the same question! This is such a wonderfully detailed answer, I'll definitely have to give it a try!

[@Atheenah]

Ok I have always struggled with round bottom on this bag with the thickness of the card slot front making it look super neat. I love the card slot feature and I like the boxed bottom and wonder before I start messing with the math to combine boxed bottom with card slots if anyone has done this successfully?

[@EmporiumThreads]

I have seen it posted on the Linds handmade Facebook group where people have done all kinds of combos and even posted how they did it. I would check there and use the search feature. You will find all kinds of creative ways to make this bag perfect for you :)

[@mindyhubbartt719]

If I down size the pattern to 85 perfect. For a child. No pockets at all. Just main bag part. Would it be the same measurements by adding 2 inches to the bottom. And box it the same way as your video? Or do I need to reduce the squares to a smaller size? Thank you.

[@sno_dash9817]

Thank you so much!

[@DesireeBartky]

Thank you for this tutorial!! Question, for the zipper, would I be able to get away with using a #5 zipper tape?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yes you sure can :) I’ve made many with #5. Just make sure your opening is sized for it and you are extra careful centering the larger teeth of the #5 zip tape.

[@fosta60]

Thank you for doing this video! Is there a reason why you used a #3 zipper? Can a #5 be used?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yes! I just used a #3 zipper because I thought the size fit the bag a little better - but there’s no reason you couldn’t use a #5 instead. Thanks for watching!

[@margaretbachmeier5299]

Where did you buy your fabric from. You Are a Great Teacher.

[@EmporiumThreads]

It’s been a while so I can’t quite remember but I believe they’ve from Oh So Pretty and/or Sweet n Charmed fabric.

[@EmporiumThreads]

And thank you for the kind words :)

[@lindab259]

Thank you for this tutorial!!! Have you ever tried remove your sewing base and use your free arm to do the topstitching?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! On some projects I do, but most of the time it's not necessary and I just leave the base on.

[@karenpalmer9988]

Ive made some of these, and the boxed squares are really hard to line up, and I feel they are not long enough to line up straight across when clipping them. I know you can't cut too much off other wise you wouldn't have a bottom. Your tutorial looks like yours line up great, but mine just doesn't seem to look like yours when I clip them, and its really ackward to sew... Is there a solution to this maybe?

[@marygallegos9278]

Would like more info on the nylon webbing, I'm not locating what I think I'm seeing on amazon?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Sure thing. This is what I’m using here, but it’s a pretty big bundle. Devobunch 1 Inch Nylon Webbing Strap, Heavy Duty Nylon 10|25 Yard Webbing Roll, Durable Nylon Strapping for Indoor or Outdoor Gear, DIY Crafting, Repairing, 15 Vibrant Colors www.amazon.com/dp/B08725SMXN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_6S3CASNY5HHZTFDD21RD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Here is a smaller bundle with multiple colors which you may like better. Grosun 12Pcs Colored Nylon Heavy Webbing Straps, 1 inch x 3.3 Yards Weather Resistant Fabric Straps for Bags, Backpacks, Handles, Luggage, Slings www.amazon.com/dp/B06XC24SVY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_6Y5C1ZTQ2K949NYENDDQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Thanks for watching!

[@michelemcafee7906]

I am a very new sewwer and want to make this bag. I want to the easier bottom but add a pocket in front that is flat, no zipper but will be able to hold a cell phone. I hope this makes sense. Is there a tutorial that would teach me how to make a pocket like that with this design shown here in this video?

[@EmporiumThreads]

I don’t know if a video tutorial but there are some helpful posts in the linds handmade FB group.

[@fosta60]

Question for you - have you used cotton lycra with this hack? Just wondering if you thought it would work. Thanks.

[@EmporiumThreads]

I haven’t tried it on this specific bag but I think it would work perfectly fine. You’d need to interface well, to avoid the material stretching. Also, make sure your machine can handle the bulk of seams with interfaced CL, especially in the areas where the connectors for the strap go. The inset pocket will be a bit of an issue to turn because CL doesn’t like to iron down as flat as cotton woven, but if you can navigate these things, it’s totally doable!

[@gstmist9362]

The webbing that you use, can it handle putting rivets through it? Thanks

[@EmporiumThreads]

I think it would handle that. You may want to employ some fray check to make sure it doesn’t unravel.

[@gstmist9362]

@@EmporiumThreads thanks a bunch

[@robinbaker8981]

I’m wanting to try your boxed bottom, can I still do the same pocket she has for her tutorial?

[@EmporiumThreads]

If you’re referring to the original curved pocket, you can do a boxed bottom however you need to add length to the entire project under the curved pocket. I am unsure of the exact measurements, but I’ve seen others post that in the Linds Facebook group. I would head there and search to see if you can find how much to add to the bottom. Thanks for watching!

[@briannegeurts543]

Can ypu still do the boxed bottom with the original zipper pocket or is there not enough room?

[@EmporiumThreads]

You would need to add additional material to the bottom of the bag but it is doable. I have seen others post that. However I’ve never done it myself.

[@kecnana1038]

Is there a way to keep the original zip front pocket and do a square bottom?

[@EmporiumThreads]

There is a way, im sure. You’re need to add some length to that front pocket and do a lot of fiddling to get it correct but with some experimentation, I’m sure it could be done.

[@schisandra]

Regarding the seam in the lining and leaving a gap for turning… you could stitch to the beginning of the gap, backstitch, continue stitching the seam (with a longer stitch length, if you want), backstitch at the end of the gap distance, then finish stitching the seam (returning the stitch length to normal). Does that make sense? It’s the same seam as you showed but with backstitching.

[@amandazeagler7255]

That's what I do, then seam rip between my back stitches

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yeah you could definitely do that, it's basically the same as how I did it, just all at once instead of going back and backstitching later. Either way you should be good.

[@lattelady57]

What is the softer nylon webbing called? it's so much prettier!

[@EmporiumThreads]

I just went to amazon and looked for nylon webbing. It is much nicer than some of the stuff and dull types.

[@rhondalosh8542]

Sure wish I had seen this video prior to me making the bag. 2hrs to set the bottom in

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yes! The original bag is great and so practical too but it does take some advanced skills and a lot of time. While I love making it, it’s got to be for the right person who will appreciate all that work.

[@christinewhitaker2957]

Plz plz been looking for fabric can you tell where to get it

[@EmporiumThreads]

I am so sorry, I cannot recall where these came from. Check with Eden and Elle or possibly Oh So Pretty?

[@SaraJoy1]

If I was going to make a draw string cinch I think I need to extend the pattern on the top to add the cinch in

[@EmporiumThreads]

I believe the Linds Handmade Designa channel has a tutorial all about adding a cinch top!

[@karengeorge9039]

Is there no way to put a boxed bottom on the original H2O bag? Thanks.

[@EmporiumThreads]

There is a way but it does require some totally different techniques. I know I’ve seen others post about it in the Lind’s FB group.

[@Julie-626]

Love your tutorial! Thank you for taking the time to be so thorough. Question for you. I’ve made the original H20, but I am curious in trying the boxed bottom hack. I was surprised (and a bit excited) to see that decovil was needed. Is it still sturdy enough? Also, hoping with your tips I can get a nice pretty zipper. Mine usually don’t look so square in the corners.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Even when I made the original h20, I use my same method of sew fuse (fusible cotton woven interfacing) and fusible fleece. It’s what I use for 90% of my bags I make. That method of stabilizing combined with the water proof canvas lining on this bag, + the boxed corners makes it plenty sturdy. I don’t like a puddly bag so if it wasn’t sturdy, I wouldn’t use it. You may already know this, but if your corners on your inset zipper pockets are not square, it’s because you didn’t cut close enough into your corners when trimming out. You have to get so close in the corners, you might actually cut a stitch! Just try really really hard not to cut a stitch ;) it’s also important that you sew as perfect of a rectangle as possible. Any wiggly stitching will show on the final product. Turn your corners with the needle down as you rotate to the other sides of the rectangle to sew. Alternatively, you can try just sewing only the long sides of the rectangle, back stitching at the start and stop of each long line. Clip the corners just like I did. This method works well for some, and helps achieve more square corners. Good luck!

[@Julie-626]

@@EmporiumThreads Thank you so much for the reply and the tips! I can’t wait to try it out!

[@rebeccamellott8271]

I used to have this problem and I saw someone recommend only sewing the long edges and not the short ends of the rectangle. Really does the trick! And allows for easier trimming and turning :)

[@Julie-626]

@@rebeccamellott8271 Thank you for the tip! I’m going to try it.

[@RainorShine1]

I would like to know how can I adjust the pattern for a 40oz

[@EmporiumThreads]

I think it depends on how the 40oz is shaped. If it’s just taller, you would need to add height only but If the bottle is the same height as a yeti or similar, you would just have to add width to the large body and liner pieces.

[@carcomer1]

Could you use rivets on the webbing instead of sewing?

[@EmporiumThreads]

Yes you can, you'll need to make sure to burn the ends so they're less likely to fray, then fold the webbing over multiple times to evenly distribute the weight of the bag across multiple layers. If your machine can handle it, sewing is stronger, but rivets will work as well.

[@Abby111708]

Can you pls share the link for the zipper tape you used?

[@EmporiumThreads]

I got my zipper from zip it on Etsy. It’s just a premade #3 zipper. I got their bundle pick your own color deals and buy a bunch at a time. They have great service and fast shipping.

[@SaraJoy1]

What size fusible fleece. Do you use please 47:28

[@EmporiumThreads]

As far as size, I cut it to be the same as my body piece and fuse it right into the whole thing, seams and all. If you have issues with bulk, you may consider cutting it slightly smaller than the body, keeping it out of the SA.

[@cherylring656]

Why does it have to be a #3? Can it be a 5. All my tape and hardware pulls are 5.

[@lucylovesvintage.4105]

I used #5

[@EmporiumThreads]

It does not have to be 3 but I created this tutorial around ready made zippers, and typically those are #3 sized. However if you wanted, you can use #5. It would just be a really tight zipper channel with only teeth showing (if you follow these measurements).

[@RainorShine1]

The link to buying patterns not working

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thanks for letting me know, I've updated the link in the description.

[@sarafenawoods433]

Happy 1k subscribers A little sad you’re all sold out for the zipper template.

[@EmporiumThreads]

Thank you! We’ll be doing a very large restock on those in the near future, make sure to subscribe to back in stock alerts on the website to be notified when they go live!