How to sew Y Seams komebukuro Japanese rice bag DIY Runaway swag bag

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

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[@pjacksreads536]

I love them. Nice cute bags for gifts. You did an awesome job explaining. Your videos are Always nice and clear. Makes it easy to follow. Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much😁

[@MamaEuny]

This is a great "quiet" bag for a child. Like when you have to take a little one to somewhere that they need to be quietly occupied. You could put in a small snack, and a quiet game or book. I especially like that the dangle bits are made of cloth, so they won't make noise. OR, if you wanted to make them Christmassy, or some other holiday theme, you could add a jingle bell, or other holiday appropriate dangle bit. It makes a cute gift bag for a little one or an adult. Thank you for sharing this tutorial!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Eunice. Thank you😀

[@debbiekollar7508]

Another winner tutorial! Going to make some with Christmas fabric for gift bags. Two gifts in one. You are so clever!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like a fabulous idea Debbie😊

[@moominkraft6427]

That's a great idea! We can use these instead of christmas wrappers. Best of all, we can re-use these bags.

[@lateciamadethis]

I’ve seen a few tutorials for these bags, but this is the most comprehensive one for the actual construction that I’ve seen. These are perfect gift bags. Growing up, my family always exchanged handmade gifts at the holidays. Jams, jellies, candies, or the rare and prized quilt - all arranged in a basket. I’m making plenty of these for continuing the tradition. ❤️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's such a lovely idea Latecia 😀

[@queenslanddiva]

I've made several of these lovely little bags (some were not so little!). I do love the tip about lining up the sides with the bottom though, that's a revelation. Thanks for this one

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome. Thank you😁

[@rhondafoster3459]

You can also quilt the sides and bottom , bigger bags , and use them for projects taking to a quilting or sewing group . Great idea for those square’s with pictures in

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Rhonda😀

[@evasquez9654]

So pretty. The little tabs remind me of loafer tassels. This project would test how well I can sew straight.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, it tested my skills too Eva😁

[@mayetchells8884]

I am now creating another large Komebekura bag for my other daughter in law, I think they're beautiful and useful and fun for the creator, thanks as always Christine, you are a delightful teacher

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I'm sure she'll love it too May. They're such a cute bag to make😁

[@alexandradombrowski4915]

How 'bout calling those cute little end bits "Rose Buds!" Lol--that's just what they look like!

[@cyn4rest]

That’s what I’m thinking. They do look like flower buds!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They do don't they😁

[@xmobile.]

🕒 28:53 Because i often come back to remember how this was done.

[@donnalee574]

Your pronunciation of komebukuro was great! I’m half Japanese 😊💕 Thanks for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Donna. My two weeks in Japan years ago must have helped😀

[@atsukorichards1675]

You got the name and pronunciation right! Thank you for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome. Thank you😊

[@debbewojack7211]

I made mine into a fabric basket (no tabs). I used medium weight interfacing on the exterior and the lining. Your instructions were spot on and it came out really cute🥰 Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like a great idea Debbe😁

[@OohMax]

Oh dear,,,,, my brain just went YES!! I have been looking for an original way to gift some of our local wine bottles. Just make the sides longer. Do Christmas on one side and a New Year celebration on the other. Thank you so much for solving our gift wrap problem 🥂🍾 cheers!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like an awesome way to give the wine😀

[@patriciagraham4786]

These are really cute. Thank you for sharing. The little flower looks kind of like a Calla Lily.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Patricia😁

[@Happysewist]

Lovely project! I will be running away from home soon. Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, don't forget to take your machine PattyMae😁

[@tcldevi]

Thank you for this great tutorial. Very well explained. The little bells/ danglers are called “ latkan” here in India 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Oh thank you Stuti.😀

[@dawnmariekendall4926]

Wow just in time! My daughter and her fiance flew out to Japan today, I'll hopefully make her one when she returns. Dawn UK ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

What a lovely idea Dawn😁

[@Karen-gd1mu]

Thank you Christine for very clear verbal and visual instructions. Everything explained beautifully. 👍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Karen. Thank you😁

[@p.kathleenshigemi5658]

I particularly liked the little toggle and dangly bits on the ends of the strap. For sometime now, I have been planning to make these bags. I am inspired.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Happy sewing Kathleen😁

[@gwynreiber2462]

This is so cute and I love the dangly things! I am needing to make some bags for collecting eggs and am going to try this but with some stabilizer for a bit more stiffness. I think a 6 inch square for my first one. It will need to hold about 6-10 eggs. Thank you for your awesome tutorials!

[@carolynsnyder4446]

Have you seen Christine’s video of how to make an egg collecting apron, if you have eggs to collect it could be just what you need🥚😀

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Gwyn😁

[@judithmccrea2601]

Very cute. Love the dangly bits. 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Judith😀

[@melahatali2104]

Brilliant bag..inspiring..Thank you for an enjoyable episode Christine ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much Melahat😁

[@christinabohlmann9270]

Dear Christine! What a nice little bag! Thank you for sharing and showing it. This makes a perfect „Project Bag“ for knitters and crocheters! That’s what I am. I try my best to reproduce it for me and perhaps for 2 of my friends as birthday gifts (as I have made x-mas gifts for them already). I restarted sewing recently- hopefully it will work. Thanks again for sharing. I really appreciate your content and all the best for you!! Christina (watching you from Germany)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much Christina. I'm sure your friends will love their gifts. I'm German too. From Stuttgart😁

[@cybersecretary]

Love your videos. Someday I'll try one of these.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Dee. I hope you get to make one soon😁

[@galefick1877]

I absolutely adore this rice bag.Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful ,easy to follow tutorial. 🫠🌹🎶🫰

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

My pleasure Gale. Thank you😁

[@evekankam6744]

Lovely simple design,they are lovely,would be nice to put presents in instead of wrapping paper.Thank you for sharing,lovely video.

[@gwynreiber2462]

great idea! I will do this!!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Eve😁

[@michelleknapp7043]

Om goodness love the bag process nit so sure lol...luv

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's much easier than it looks Michelle😁

[@nadinemartin918]

I’m am so inspired by your videos. You are a great teacher, thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Nadine😀

[@glendajones416]

Just love the little things

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Glenda😀

[@mrgarner4796]

What a beautiful bag. Thank you for taking the fear out of 'Y' seams.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are very welcome Mr Garner. Not so scary now, are they? 😀

[@emilytsialos5358]

Incredibly helpful! Thank you. So glad I found your channel.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Emily. I'm glad you found the channel too. Welcome!😁

[@karenboyd6293]

Thanks for thr video and especially the "dangly bits.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, they turned out to be aglets🤣

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

It looks like a little temple bell. Thanks for sharing

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Oh, it does too. Thanks Cynthia😁

[@joejeaux]

Made one and love it. Thanks

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's awesome Lucy😁

[@fayehendricksen5689]

Oh I Love these Christine, great idea for gift bags and scrap buster

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Faye😁

[@rachelison6629]

I love this so much❤️❤️❤️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Rachel😁

[@janellelarson945]

Instead of marking each corner mark at the end of seam on sewing machine bed. We use the the edge of our foot so do the same for the end hope you get my point! Lol

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, Yes, I do get your point Janelle. For the video it was easier to mark the fabric. I think most of the domestic machines have this mark, but my industrials don't, though you can easily guage it😁

[@maryfail2393]

Those are adorable and after watching I believe I can do it!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You've got this Mary😁

[@cyn4rest]

Not sure I’ll make one, but this was so fun to watch! Thank you. I’m intrigued by the Dangly Bits and mind is whirling about fun ways to use some. Perhaps on the front neckline of next T-shirt remodel. Lol

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They'd look great on the neckline of a blous or shirt Cyn. I might have to keep that in mind😊

[@cherieemmons6833]

How fun!! I’m going to run away from home with my dangly bits😂. Now teach us how to make some quick projects for dogs using your upholstery fabrics, please. Great video!

[@erinandrews2894]

Plait wide strips recycled denim together knots, pull knots tight to really secure. Make them whatever length you want. Hey presto dog tug toy.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, that's so funny Cherie. Any suggestions for the dogs?😁

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

What a great idea Erin😁

[@cherieemmons6833]

Maybe how to measure for a custom coat. One size doesn’t fit all. Or a sling for carrying a small dog?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Hmmm, will have to learn how to do these first Cherie. Then find a small dog! Coco is too heavy for a sling🤣

[@gailfirenze4760]

Lovely video. Great for Christmas gifts.🙋🏼‍♀️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yes, it would be a perfect gift bag Gail😁

[@reneelang5714]

Excellent video! Many thanks for your efforts.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are very welcome Renee. Thank you 😊

[@moominkraft6427]

Thank you so much! I like the smaller bag. It's great for organizing the bits & bops in my handbag :)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yes, the smaller one is certainly very cute😁

[@nadiakalakeche3171]

Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Nadia😁

[@daffodilangel8724]

Fab bags, thank you. Waving from tassie 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you! Waving right back from the mainland😊

[@brnbearquilting]

Excellent instructions! Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Nancy😁

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

What a cute bag! I don't have any idea what those things are called either! LOL!❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, I think they're called aglets😀

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Thank you! I will sleep tonight knowing that! Bless you for letting me know! LOL! They look great and are so simple to do! Cheers!@@ChristinesHomeAffairs

[@mandyD]

Love your videos. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Mandy 😀

[@christinesmutek3856]

That is so cute. Lovely little bag. ☺️👍👍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Christine😁

[@pamelamiller3215]

Thanks Christine what a lovely bag will be making some of these i do not like y seams 😁 have only done a few they turned out ok have a nice day

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Pamela. I think I'm starting to enjoy them now😀

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

I keep my rice in the freezer (in the plastic bag it came in). Right now, I don't have a need for this bag. However what you showed us are good skills to know. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Arvetta. I'm curious - if you don't mind my asking, what is the benifit of putting rice in the freezer?😊

[@eileenfb1948]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairsThe freezer will kill any bugs already in the rice. That is my guess.

[@mollydodson4791]

Great idea for using up my scrap plie

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It'll be perfect Molly😁

[@mariemiddleton467]

Very cute bag - thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Marie😁

[@shahnaznoor1486]

They are called Latkans in South Asia - usually sewn as ends of the ties of a saree blouse or part of the Asian dress.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Shahna. I think I first saw it on a dress😀

[@joyceoconnor4567]

Great tutorial, Ty ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Joyce😀

[@Do-U-Know-me00]

So cute!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Aren't they just. Thank you😁

[@debbiewhite3270]

That was great! U made it look easy :-))

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, it was easy Debbie. A great one to try those Y seams on😁

[@clairemccoy5502]

Love the little rice bag! Love your container for your clips. Do you have a tutorial making those?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Claire. Here's the video for the clips😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpanpZ6ua654rLssi=5oY6K0eA_oZy5H6t

[@gwanma]

Wow you pronounced that perfectly

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, thank you😁

[@user-lu2tb9nc3x]

It's essentially a "dongle" at the end of the ties. The only thing I don't like about this bag is the narrow double folded tabs that hold the cording which create more bulk in a narrow seam. Oftentimes, too, the feed dogs don't capture these narrow pieces well so there is migration when trying to sew the sides. Second, with the tabs being so narrow there are large open gaps at the top when the cords are pulled tight which could be remedied with wider tabs. I like a little more security where small items won't drop out due to gaps or creeping fingers can't trespass. The folding tips to help meet edges for sewing are great. Sometimes we forget to do the quick, simple things that make a project easier and stress free

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks for the tips M😁

[@wendysnow744]

The big bags could be a sports bag. Costume and towel.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

oh, it sure could Wendy. 😁

[@ginnyjorgensen9748]

You could also refer to the dangly bits as aiglets: An aglet (/ˈæɡlət/ AG-lət) or aiglet is a small sheath, often made of plastic or metal, attached at each end of a shoelace, a cord, or a drawstring. These bags are really cute. I like how they stand by themselves. One could use a stiff interfacing on the lining, or quilt some batting between the two layers to make them even stiffer.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's the word I was looking for. Thank you Ginny😁

[@julieellis7603]

The little threading helper you made on the unstable ribbon would also be called an aiglet - a temporary fully functional aiglet. The doodads at the end remind me a little bit of netsuke, though those were used for a different function. From en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netsuke, I learned also that a sliding bead on a cord, like your toggle, is called ojime in Japanese

[@elayned6147]

Yes! A door stop, perhaps filled with a few smooth beach rocks or something. 👍🧵

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a lovely idea Elayne😀

[@moominkraft6427]

I like your clip holder/hexagon box. Do you have a tutorial on how to make it? :D

[@leaharris8907]

Christine put the link up further for the clip holder :)

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

I sure do 😀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpanpZ6ua654rLs

[@janetsheehan6983]

Great bag Christine. I love the colours you used especially the flutterby one. Do you have that in your shop or is it in you stash. Love the little buds at the ends of the ties. We should all runaway from home and come to Nagambie...lol 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, Nagambie would welcome you Janet. Those fabrics were from my stash from many years ago😊

[@sharon1934]

Great as gift wrapping bag too, avoid wasting paper

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Sharon😀

[@catdonese]

Hi Christine, love your videos. I have learned so much from you. Where did you get your 2” square? I clicked on your Amazon store link but it just takes me to a pattern punch page.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cat. I was gifted the square by a rep some years ago, but I'm going to look into sourcing them from a supplier😀

[@catdonese]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Great, thank you!

[@fammar-rr8nw]

Could the end bits be a type of AGLET: a metal or plastic tube fixed tightly round each end of a shoelace. Sometimes called a tag or a point, these rolled metal pieces were also used as a decorative embellishment for clothing or ribbons in the early 17th century. Decorative filigree AGLETS were. used to finish the ends of corset cords. Before the invention of buttons, they were used on the ends of the ribbons used to fasten clothing together. Sometimes they were formed into small figures. Shakespeare calls this type of figure an "aglet baby" in The Taming of the Shrew.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yes! That's the word that escaped me 😃

[@fammar-rr8nw]

I suppose that you could call your "endy pieces" AGLET BUDS / AGLET FLOWERS / AGLET BLOOMS ????

[@buddy77587]

TY

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're welcome Buddy😁

[@vickitimmons2087]

The 'dangly bits' look like a rose bud!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It does look like a rose bud Vicki😊

[@benoldary]

What do you use if you dont have a toggle?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Margaret, you can leave the toggle out and just tie the bag😊

[@terrimetcalf3378]

You could also try using sliding knots like the ones used for mico-macrame bracelets.

[@bamagirlie72]

buttons with super large eyes, or Beads with large hole/tube-like. I've used all types.

[@mariaeinarsson]

👍❤️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Maria ☺️

[@lorahodnett2649]

What is your sewing machine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Lora, it's a Prosew. I did a video review earlier in the year😁

[@leticiafrye4530]

🥰

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Leticia..... and thanks so much for the fabric. It was a lovely surprise, and I'm going to try to think of something special to make for myself. I open the mail in an upconing video😁

[@dianehutchens]

They look like poppies.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They do too😁

[@M-xl6pt]

Toggles?

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, too easy😁

[@MJBJ-cb2jd]

Bell buds

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you😊

[@joyfuljoy5711]

🙂🙂🙂🙂🥰💓💓

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joy😀

[@gilliansouthgate1978]

Tassel

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Gillian ☺️