How to sew. Large craft bag with recessed zipper internal pockets for craft knitting tablets/notpads

Learn how to sew recessed zippers, insert internal pockets, and side pockets in this multi functional handbag.
Perfect for craft/knitting projects, carrying your tablets or Ipads, or make it a little wider to fit your laptops.
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[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

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[@eamonbamon]

Nooooo, we are not sick of you sewing bags. Thank you for all these videos, your skills and knowledge are so appreciated.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Claire. There are still plenty of bags to be made😊

[@1954evelyn]

I can watch you sew all day. Thank you so much.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Evelyn. Thank you😊

[@sharonwilson8208]

How funny! I was talking to my tablet that you need to open the recessed zip, then you realized it needed done. We do pay attention 😊❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, I always wonder how many are shouting at their screens when I forget something. I should do it more often😀

[@Thecrazyisstrong]

I’ll watch you sew whatever you choose and learn from your videos.

[@kimmcalister3594]

Christine is amazing!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much😀

[@user-jc8kt5hf1n]

I enjoy your videos and love when you make a mistake and teach how to correct it like cutting fabric too short. So much knowledge when sometimes you think you ruined something but you show how to fix it.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Kathy. I almost deleted that from the video, but figured others would make similar mistakes😀

[@GloriaMacelheron]

Noooo, we are not sick of you making bags. I love you videos such easy instructions. Thank you from the Yukon Canada

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, thanks Gloria😀

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

This is an awesome design. Loved how the inner pocket was narrower so it fit after the boxing. You think of everything. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cynthia. I might try to fix one to the bottom soon😊

[@mable552]

I just needed to pop back in to say how much I love your explanations and how clear and concise you are without being too chatty or using vulgar language. I can recommend your videos to everyone and no one will get offended. It's a rare thing these days. Just wanted to say I appreciate your content. Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's lovely Mable. Thank you so much😊

[@sharonwilson8208]

I love it! This could be a good carry on bag, overnight bag. I know when I travel by air, I have projects like knitting and clothes, in case I get way laid at an airport, or an unexpected free night at a hotel, waiting for the next flight... and have my tablet, charger and phone, all with something to do. It weighs a lot less than my luggage! I do wonder how I'm able to carry knitting needles on a plane, but only coffee I've purchased inside the security area. Regardless of what I'm carrying, I'm always the one person who gets the pat down through the TSA. It never fails 😅. I took my daughter to the airport to study abroad in Ireland, and out of everyone in line, I got pulled over for a free massage, and I wasn't flying! It's just become a family joke now. 😂

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

My first thought was how did you get through with knitting needles? I wen't to Japan many years ago with my embroidery, and had to precut all my threads, but fortunately was allowed to take a sewing needle onboard😊

[@sharonwilson8208]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs It was 5 years ago. Metal knitting needles, the long ones. Everyone around me was watching every stitch. Though not spunky young, I was hardly old, I reminded them of Grandma. I got that a lot flying as a Red Cross volunteer. But, I frequently travelled with my knitting! I had to go barefoot in the line, throw my coffee out, but knit away! I was surprised I was able to knit behind the TSA line, but on the plane as well. I just got "What a pretty color".

[@rubychurch3466]

Whatever you make, I’ll watch!!!!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Ruby😀

[@sheilasantiago3715]

Love the bag! I certainly wouldn't mind some toddler clothes, but if you decide not to I'll understand 🙂 Happy Mothers day

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I hope to find time to do all sorts Sheila😊

[@leticiavazquez1051]

missed watching your videos christine..was sick but girl im back ...be blessed

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Welcome back leticia. I hope you've recovered well😊

[@1954evelyn]

Yes I am thinking 75$ Thank you for always giving us an idea how to price.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Evelyn. Thank you😊

[@MelanieReed-oz3wz]

I love this bag. You are a great teacher at all things sewing. You can do all things as I am interested in all things sewing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Melanie😀

[@jaytopham8514]

Hi Christine. Would it be possible for you, at some point in the future, to make a tutorial for a straightforward, short sleeve, over the head ladies top made in jersey fabric? It would be good to see how a top is constructed, in particular, neckline and sleeve cuffs/edging on the overlocker. Thank you 🙂

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's definitely something I'd like to do Jay. Just need to make more time for it😊

[@kimmcalister3594]

Thank you again for another amazing video!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

My pleasure Kim. Thank you😊

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I love that bag. I never tire of seeing the bags you make. Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much!😁

[@lindabennett4842]

Great tips again! Yes I would love to learn more tips and tricks about sewing clothes or even other items. Thanks.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Linda. I'm hoping to make more time soon😊

[@patriciaclevenstine-ali4714]

🌹This bag is SO useful for SO many purposes. Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Patricia. Thank you😊

[@evepaludan7713]

The design and construction are stellar. The assembly and attachment of the middle pocket was brilliant. A lot of thought went into your design and construction. That should be $100 bag -- it required a lot of extra steps to make it so special. Thanks for the video!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you very much Eve.😀

[@mariannem8419]

I was just thinking about making a bag with a center section, one side for a laptop/ipad, and one side for all the other stuff I seem to need to carry around. And I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one who sometimes insists on cutting fabric to the wrong dimensions. Love your videos.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Marianne. I make many cutting errors😊

[@janislong279]

Make anything - I will watch! I love your videos! ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Janis😁

[@bonniewoodfine136]

With a nice simple fabric , I'd use this as a purse....love it ! Thanks Christine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

This would make a nice purse Bonnie😊

[@karendowd8910]

Oh I needed this a week ago, I tried a recessed zipper and well, I failed so I took it out and just finished the bag with a regular zipper! Now I will have to try another bag with a recessed zipper following your video!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Hope this way helps Karen😊

[@beverlykubiez115]

What an awesome bag!!! Love it!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Beverly😊

[@janetsheehan6983]

Thank Chistine, love this bag. Great work! 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Janet😊

[@Brandi62]

Love this one! Beautiful fabrics!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Brandi 😊

[@missperfect2657]

I have a thing for bags in various sizes I don't know why. You always have such beautiful fabric . Thank you for all your videos ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome. Thank you😊

[@doriswhitegiver9334]

Another great tutorial Christine! Thank you! I love making bags so I never tire watching you make them as I learn so much from you. You are such a good instructor and anything you decide to teach us would be wonderful ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much Doris😀

[@carolinesandford4439]

Note to self: Cutting list is at 4:20! (I have an old practice quilt that I think would be better served by turning it into a bag. It's not big enough for my lap and not pretty enough for the wall, but I'm still fond of it and would like to see it get a new life.)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

What a fabulous idea Caroline. I must check my old quilts😊

[@suehunt5896]

Love the bag.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Sue😊

[@EricaSews88]

Great bag, I might even tackle one myself i have never done a recessed zip before as always a great tutorial 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Erica. Give it a try. They're not too bad to do😊

[@cathysimpson6126]

Happy Mother’s Day, Christine! You’ll probably see this after the fact, but know you were thought of in the states.❤ I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this bag! I’m working on tote bags now and have decided to add a tab with D ring inside to add keys, extra card holder, etc. I will definitely add that feature to this bag if/when I make it. I have such an abundance of upholstery fabric I need to use up, I might try to figure out how to incorporate that into this project (my pieces are at most 17” square so I’d have to piece it). I LOVE pockets so I’d add an extra, oversized pocket to the other side of lining and divide it into two pockets. I also prefer a crossbody strap, so would make that change as well. Thank you so much for all your videos! I love watching them and like so many others, learn so much from you. I would never have had the gumption or ideas to try altering a tutorial to meet my needs/wants without you.🥰 Hugs from Nevada, Cathy❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Happy Mother's day to you Cathy. This would be great in upholstery fabric😊

[@cindychoquette8090]

I love your bags! You come up with something different every time. Your awesome!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Cindy😊

[@cherieemmons6833]

Nice fix on that mis-cut!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cherie. I've made this error many times😀

[@valeriebigley8759]

Awesome bag. I love that center zip pocket. My favorite videos are where you show us things to sell. I always appreciate your teaching style. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much Valerie😊

[@dbella9678]

Christine, this is an awesome bag video. Thank you for sharing it. I would love to see a video of how you attach the inside zipped pocket to the bottom of the bag so you don't have an opening under the pocket on the inside. Thank you again. I love your videos.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I was just thinking I need to do this too Bella😀

[@ksandry1]

Hi Christine I really enjoy watching your bag tutorials and learn something new every time. I am happy with bags and all the different pockets and techniques you show. Maxine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Maxine😊

[@elayned6147]

That’s an amazing bag! Great size, I love it for a pocketbook too, I would just lengthen the straps and make them adjustable ❤❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Adjustable straps are a great idea Elayne😀

[@erinandrews2894]

I like the bag. Fabric is great. I can never find any good combination of fabrics like you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Erin😊

[@susannightingale4972]

Love this and great to have a project with so many elements. Definitely making one of these. Thank you x

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Happy sewing Susan😊

[@christinesmutek3856]

Thanks Christine. Nice to watch you sew this bag. I’m going to be making a couple of beach bags this week. Our summer is coming in the UK. Always hopeful for some sunshine. But we’ve had so much rain at the beginning of this year. ☂️ Not sure whether to do a recessed zip. I might give it a go. I love how you fix things. You’d never know you added a little piece to the pocket. I really don’t like cutting out lol. That beautiful fabric and that first cut. . Oh my. Silly I know 🤪

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, that first cut can be very daunting Christine. Especially when it's a treasured piece😀

[@lorainejones2375]

Thank you “sew” much for this tutorial! I was hoping to see one like this from you someday.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Loraine. Thank you😀

[@trennacovey4479]

Love your bags! I also love watching your alterations. I haven’t ventured into clothing yet as I’ve only been sewing about 6 months now, my courage is growing thanks to you! So do what you like, I’ll keep watching😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's awesome Trenna. Thank you😀

[@MiLittleCorner]

I enjoy all your videos, but, if you are taking votes, bag making is my favorite.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you. It seems to be the most popular choice for viewers😁

[@gailthecrafter]

Good morning Christine, like most crafters I sew all the things. So if you want to add other sewing items please do. Love your channel.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Gail😀

[@ltyrell405]

I love the invisible correction of the cutting error, that's a really useful tip!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Lynne. I was going to chop it out, but know people like my errors😊

[@pamelamiller3215]

Good bag Christine I need one for everyday use and this is just what i need might put another pocket in side or on the outside will wait until I choose my fabric keep doing what you are doing

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You can never have too many pockets Pamela😀

[@bevschutt848]

Thank you Christine great bag

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Bev😁

[@69raylar]

Love it!! Now to find the time to make one! Love your videos. They are so easy to follow. ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Laura😀

[@queenslanddiva]

Lovely bag, liked the fabric. For me, I'm not into making clothes. I made a few things many years ago when my daughter was young, but it's not for me. I love watching your bags and things.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you. Bags are fairly recent for me (about 5 years or so). Most of my life has been spent dressmaking or quilting😊

[@queenslanddiva]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I've really only been back at sewing for about 4 years - a break of about 40 years! I swore I would never go back to it, but here we are 😄

[@marionjohnson6757]

I love this bag! Will make one this week!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Happy sewing Marion😊

[@mable552]

Love this. I would love to see how to sew a self drafted knit dress. I know you're coming up on winter so a short and a long sleeve version would be nice! Love all your videos.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

OOh, that sounds like a great idea Mable. So far, I've only drafted nighties in stretch😊

[@jo-annwayland]

Love this I will definetly be trying this Thank You.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Jo-Ann😊

[@bessielee-kwan30]

Christine, could you show us your process of creating a recessed zipper where there’s no zipper tail and the openings at both ends of the zipper are enclosed?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's on my list Bessie. I was meant to do that last week😊

[@bettydarling2445]

Great bag. I am glad for instructions on recessed zipper. I have wanted to add that feature to a basic tote. I may add foam or fusible fleece to make it a laptop bag.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Betty😀

[@Msmeohmy52]

I like your progress, like from the inside out ❤ and as you were talking about the price I blurted out the same $😂

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

ahh, we must be in sync😊

[@LydiaFaith76]

That would be fun to make clothes with you. Please teach all you know 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Lydia. I'll try to make more time😀

[@LydiaFaith76]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I don’t know how you find time to do all you do now. I absolutely love your tutorials and have already learned so much from you. Thank you for all you do 🥰

[@rebeccar7837]

I love watching you make bags, but a top of some sort would be nice! I haven't made clothes before, but would like to make something to wear (that's not a scrunchie😂)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Rebecca. I'll try to come up with something soon😀

[@maryl9601]

I love the bag. Learned a lot. Thank you. I like all your tutorials. I learn something from all. Also, I like that you tell us what price you will sell it for. Please, keep it up.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Mary😊

[@freedomr4031]

I'll watch whatever video you post. But, I would like to learn how to sew a new dress from your favorite dress.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you. I hope to make more time for dressmaking soon😊

[@mariaeinarsson]

❤😮❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Maria😀

[@GlendaCain]

I would like to know if you have ever made a video of a fanny pack. That is What we call them in the US. It's a little bag that you can put around your waist that can hold various essential items

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I've got a few project ideas in mind Glenda. Just seem to keep running out of time. I did something similar a while bag for dog walking kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4e8eadnfqx4macsi=sSUidXUzalD5bCY_ 😁

[@ellenpowell4155]

I really enjoy watching your videos n I really like how you say a price you wd charge for the different bags you make. Do you ever show how to alter ready made clothing? I wd be very interested in that also.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Ellen. Yes, I have a few alterations videos. Check the playlist on my channel for "alterations"😀

[@tsecord7111]

Hello! I’ve just found your videos and I am impressed! I’m excited to see what else you have done videos about. Sometime earlier mentioned having the inner pocket attached at the bottom. I assume that pocket then would also have the corners cut out for the boxed bottom, correct? Can’t quite be sure about this in my mind without actually doing it. Thanks for all your hard work and willingness to share these videos! 💗

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much. I do plan on doing another video with the centre bag fixed to the bottom. 😀

[@MsBfromtheD]

Christine, do you have a tutorial on sewing hot pads? (Flat, square to help get hot items out of the oven. With a discussion of different heat-resistant layers.) I tried in my own with no pattern. would love to watch you make one to achieve a more polished look.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They're on my list Beth😊

[@helenbhunter]

Fabulous video as always Christine, thanks so much for all the details. One question though, is the camera at a strange angle or did you correct the strap misalignment offline? I have done this too many times and not discovered it till after topstitching but you didn’t comment on it. Seeing common mistakes makes your videos even more appealing to the rest of us!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Wow, I hadn't even noticed the strap Helen. I've just checked it out, and it's way off. Now to go fix it🤣

[@kb80550]

My friend has asked for a bag exactly like this! Thanks for the great tutorial! I have a question on the construction of the boxed corners…is there any advantage to cutting the corners out before sewing them as opposed to sewing across the corner and then cutting off the excess?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's really personal choice KB. I actually prefer folding and sewing at the machine, then cutting the little ears off. It saves time when making several bags😀

[@ellenpowell4155]

The only thing I’m not fond of is the openings on the ends of the recessed part of zippers. I would want to have the top of the bag completely closed. Is there a way to close the openings at the top of the bag?

[@ellenpowell4155]

Is there a way to sew the recessed zipper pieces into the side seams?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Ellen, I just finished filming the video today for a fully enclosed recessed zip. Following that will be the bag for it😀

[@ellenpowell4155]

Thank you. Will be looking for that video.

[@catherinemorgan6402]

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[@donnathompson8613]

Making a bag for the back of a wheelchair.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Great idea Donna. I must do that😀

[@joyfuljoy5711]

clothes would be different 😁🥰🪡🪡🪡👜🛍👝💻💻👏👏☺🙂🥰

[@joyfuljoy5711]

wow your hair is so long and pretty

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joy. Have you not noticed it before?😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Clothes used to be all I did, until bag making came along😊

[@pippi0700]

Skøn taske

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Pia😊