How to make a giant beach bag with six huge pockets overnight/hospital stays large nursery bag

[@lorirodgers5982]

I appreciate that you show your mistakes as you go along and don't edit them out. Best way to learn!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Lori. I'm very good at making mistakes😁

[@patdavies2048]

How about a zipper at the top to close bag..

[@sisterkerry]

This is absolutely perfect for the hospital bag I need. There are a great many people who live with conditions that make the odd hospital stay inevitable. If a person could make this and gift it to someone who lives with a chronic health condition I am certain they would really appreciate it. It has the "Christine touch" in that it looks beautiful and cheerful, but also is practical and useful. The shorter handles could be hooked on the hospital bed for easy access. The large pockets would be useful for a category of item. For example, electrical things like phone chargers, or a wash bag or a collection of homey things to make you feel more comfortable. Thank you so much for designing this bag. It can be used for a variety of purposes, which is lovely, but I really am grateful that you gave this thought to create something so useful for chronically ill people.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome kerry. You could easily add a few more pockets or even a detachable bag to the inside as well for even more goodies 😁

[@sisterkerry]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I have been pondering the possibilities. The Mission House is being renovated so at the moment my sewing station is out of action, but I thought I would go over some of your other videos to see if other bags you have designed could be added. I was thinking about fragile things, like the mobile phone and a simple pocket inside a pocket for paperwork. This is one of the clever things about this bag. I am sure it can have a couple of things added to address particular needs. I shared this video on FB and Twitter, recommending your channel. In the New Year, if time will allow, I might make some of these bags and gift them to the Missionary Sisters of Charity here in the UK. (I will make sure you are credited and your channel recommended, of course). The Sisters sell bits and bobs to help their mission of mercy so they could do that or give them to people who would need them. I have just started up my own channel ( not sewing. I am nowhere near good enough for that!) but do make things for the missions as well. Thank you again, Christine. God bless you 🙃(upside down smiley because I am in England and you are in Australia!)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's so lovely Sister Kerry. I hope your mission is very well supported with your crafted products, and I'm sure they'll be greatly appreciated 😊

[@maryharker5088]

This is a great bag. I’d love to see it with a big zipper added.

[@Mickey28252]

I have been sewing for 60 years & you always teach me some new in each tutorial. Thank you 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's wonderful Geraldine. Thank you 😀

[@michelleroberts4364]

That’s a cracking bag. Lined or unlined it would work for just about anyone. Can’t wait for another bag project.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Michelle 😁

[@farzanabadroodeen9286]

Thank you Christina, I love making your useful bags,as gifts This one is fantastic, but could you make one the same size,but with a zip PLZ

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Farzana. I've added it to the list 😀

[@gregoryread7842]

Great looking bag. A friend wants a beach bag and I believe this is the one.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like a great idea Gregory😀

[@pamelamedeiros6011]

Christina, thank you for this wonderful tutorial. This is my first bag made with one piece of main fabric and liner. And my first bag with extra pockets. I find your teaching style very easy to follow. I’m nearly finished my bag. I’m looking forward to finishing it up tomorrow. This thing is definitely a giant! Thank you again.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's so wonderful Pamela. It sure is a big one. Bet you still need more pockets though😁

[@Terrilene6]

Love the bag, love the black trim as well. Stabilizer is a good idea, but, on the other hand, I think it would pack up smaller in a suitcase for travelling without stabilizer (for us northern people heading somewhere warm for the winter) lol. . either way, it's a nice size and looks simple enough to make. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, thanks Terri. I'm a Southerner, and for us to get warm we have to go North! 😀😀

[@robertacamper6819]

I’ve made several bags of this size out of family recycled jeans as diaper bags for grandchildren. I was told it was big enough for the baby and all their stuff as well. I could sneak out with the baby and no one would know. 😇😇😇 I wish I could attach a photo here for everyone to see. I did use stabilizer in mine. Thank you again. I look forward to all your videos including cooking ones. May god always bless your family.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, I was almost going to put Coco our Boxer in the bag, it's that roomy. If you use Facebook, you can always share your pictures in our group facebook.com/groups/1742310746004729/ 😃

[@robertacamper6819]

I joined the group on Facebook. I didn’t know you had one or I would have done it a long time ago.

[@insanityisorange8659]

Have recently taken up paddle boarding and have been looking for a giant bag that I can carry lots of bits in but that I can also fold up under my bungees when it's mostly empty. This is perfect. Might have to attempt one for myself

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's amazing the amount of uses one can think up for these bags. We have a beautiful lake in our tiny town, you'd love paddling around here 😃

[@justinw1765]

Make it out of waterproof or at least water resistant fabric and not anything like cotton.

[@carolcuming2152]

I have recently made a bag similar to yours, but when finished it looked a bit "gapie" so I sewed velcro on the inside . This was mainly to stop things falling out and security.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Carol. It does need something to keep it together 😄

[@cyn4rest]

This is a great bag! I agree about the stabilizer, but w/o it becomes easier to fold and store when not in use. Dealer’s choice, right?! Nifty stitch out. Thanks for sharing your design and the clever side pockets.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I totally agree Cyn. Thank you 😀

[@cathybarrett6092]

Thank you so much for sharing! I’m going for fabric tomorrow to make a “go to grandma’s house” bag! Very excited to make this.😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like fun Cathy😀

[@heisebasse]

Hello from Denmark...OMG this bag is amazing and you are so good at explaining/showing how to sew it. You got a new subscriber and I hope that you will do more tutorials like this . Thank you so so much.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Welcome to the channel Heidi😀

[@gyda08]

Great I will try and create this before my holliday👍🏻

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

This'll be breat to take with you Hege 😀

[@adamhelsley457]

That's really nice, I bet your friend loved it! Happy Sewing ❤️🧵🪡

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Adam. I'm hoping mum wants this one 😃

[@carlabattle8301]

Love how big this bag is. Thanks

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Carla. It's huge😁

[@karenvenzen8935]

Great. I want to make large bags

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

This is certainly a large one Karen 😀

[@GsportsSoccer]

I love this bag. It’s so much fun. I sew to sell but I might have to make one of these for myself

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks BG. I'm thinking the same thing. It's too big for me to sew to sell as it takes up too much space, but will be a great travel bag. My beach days are long gone 😀

[@evekankam6744]

That’s a lovely bag,I quite like it floppy for the beach.Love the amount of pockets ,I am going to make one for my knitting.I have a request if it is possible,I work in a nursing home and a lot of the people have walking frames,could you design a bag or pouch with pockets that could clip over the frame.They like to carry sweets ,hankies,mobile phones etc.If it’s possible,I would be very grateful,we tie plastic carriers on the front and they don’t look very nice.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Eve. I've made a few bags to fit over frames and wheelchairs. If you can send me a pic of the frames, I'll see what I can come up with 😃

[@evekankam6744]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thank you

[@bensgamingland4932]

This is a fantastic bag!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you 😊

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

This will make a great gift. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I think so too Cynthia. Thank you 😃

[@purplewombat1923]

It's a great family sized bag! Perfect for the beach or anything else you'd care to use it for :-)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks PW 😁

[@angelasheppard7197]

Appreciate your work.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Angela😀

[@sandymcculloch5799]

Great demo Great bag x

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Sandy😀

[@terriberg29]

For a beach bag, I think I’d use waterproof fabric on the inside as well or instead for wet towels, bathing suits. How would you recommend washing this bag? They can get smelly when they don’t get unpacked…ask me how I know! Lol. Great tutorial!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, I raised boys. I know all about smelly. I hadn't actually given a thought to washing this bag. Most of my others are machine washable, but I'd possibly do a gentle machine wash Terri. I gave the bag to my mum. It's up to her now 😁

[@janetgasston6740]

I think the bag is perfect 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Janet ☺️

[@janetsheehan6983]

Great bag...it would be good to take with you when you visit one of those big fabric stores. Imagine all the stuff you could get in there...lol

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, then it's best without the stabiliser Janet. All that fabric can get very heavy 😃

[@eduardachi2571]

I NEED one of these thank you😍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You’re very welcome Eduarda 😊

[@barbaraandrews402]

Ideal for a trip to IKEA!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Oh for sure 😃

[@marianavanzyl5754]

Like it. For beach or overnight bag.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It certainly has a multitude of uses Mariana 😃

[@szelop]

You are awesome!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you 😊

[@snowshadow11]

I wonder if you could use some old blackout curtains. They have a heavy back. Do you think that would work?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I think they might work better than the fabric I've used here. This one seemed to be a lighter weight curtaining material. It may be a little floppy, but at least it's light weight 🤣

[@berylleferal7686]

I love this bag, but would want a way to close it to prevent the contents spilling out. Maybe a drawstring closure on the inside of the bag, or straps that can be connected with press studs (would work similar to the stretchy straps in suitcases that hold clothes in place). I hope you can fathom what I mean. Thanks for sharing!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I agree Beryl. You could use magnetic snaps or even put a recessed zipper in there as well😀

[@janebaker745]

Brilliant bag, thank you for another fantastic and useful tutorial. Funnily enough I have been asked to make a baby bag for a customer I think this will be perfect. And I promise I didn't see the side gussets as you sewed the handles on !!!! Ha ha ha 😜 Happy Christmas to you and your family 🎉🌲

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, thanks for not looking Jane 😁 Merry Christmas to you and yours

[@sharonandrews4910]

Lovely, BIG, and can be reversible! How often have you had to slam your car brakes, and then your bags on an empty seat go flying? Since the gusset sides want to drop inward, I would add a couple straps with hook and eye tape, or D-ring and small snap shackle. It will help keep all your goodies from falling out.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Sharon. How often have you had to slam on you brakes? 😀

[@sharonandrews4910]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs When I have to drive an hour into Olympia or further to Tacoma - usually for medical appointments - most of the drive is on county and US highways, and 4-to-6 lane Interstate. We live in a small town on the coast and our traffic isn’t too congested. Except during tourist season (US Highway 101 is a major route to and from the coast, and runs straight through town), and especially now that there is loads of construction on Hwy 101. In the cities, it seems everyone is in a big hurry, so there’s a lot of jockeying between lanes. It makes me crazy. I always leave plenty of room, but then some jackleg will whip in from an adjacent lane. All too often it means I have to hit the brakes. Two weeks ago a woman did just that too close in front of my husband, then immediately hit her brakes. He rear ended her. He has a Jeep Wrangler with a guard and front receiver hitch, so there was major damage to her car. Only a few scratches to his. That should be the last time she pulls such a stupid maneuver, but even though she caused it, he’s the responsible party.

[@Luzangelicaolguin]

I always enjoy each tutorial video I saw from you ❤️ Can you write the fabric's name for me please??

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Luan. This one was cotton fabric 😀

[@amyunglesbee7712]

What type of fabric did you use for the main body of your bag?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Amy, for this one I used rubber backed curtaining 😀

[@justinw1765]

If you're making a beach bag, shouldn't the liner be something water resistant and very quick drying, like polypropylene or polyester? Or, if you want it to stay fresh smelling for longer, then flax linen or hemp?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Good point Justin. For a beach bag, I'd want something washable, but for travel or hospital stays it wouldn't matter. This video is more about technique rather than material as most of what I use in my sewing is done with rescued/repurposed fabric😁

[@wintergirl8]

Am I missing the list of materials and measurements?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Pamela, you'll find the measurements at 2.11 min in the video 😀

[@wintergirl8]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thank you!

[@cathyrowe594]

I really like the way this bag is made, but I think I'd like it to be a bit smaller. I'm always trying to put something bigger than my car in my car. I'm afraid I'd do the same with this size bag & it would end up being to heavy for this old broad to lift! 🤣

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, I agree Cathy. I'd overload it too. You could take a couple of inches off all the way round to suit your needs 😀

[@joyfuljoy5711]

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[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joy 😀