Make a Custom Loungefly Mini Backpack!

[@mariaturner1843]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. I have been wanting to do this for so long but had no idea where to start. I really appreciate you taking the time to demonstrate all the things.

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Awe of course!! 🤗 if you have any questions when you go to make your bag definitely reach out I’m always happy to help and give advice ☺️❣️ I have a couple of different instructional videos on my channel (I think most are listed in the description) but I definitely tried to make it as easy as possible to understand so others can make their own bags 🤗 it’s an easy craft that becomes a collection in itself lol

[@toxicbutterfly02]

Meet the Robinsons is SUCH a good movie!!!

[@toxicbutterfly02]

Also, I may have missed it, but what kind of glue are you using? Is it fabritac?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

It is Fabritac glue 🤗 and I love meet the robinsons I’m always happy to hear when someone else knows (and likes) the movie! 🥰

[@DJ_Dutchess]

This is in incredible! This is truly a gift. I don't think I could ever do this! Take my money! 💸🎒😍

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Aw thanks so much! I promise you definitely could customize a bag! Everyone can! 🤗❣️ just a little patience and practice! 🫶☺️

[@xoxobeautify]

Thank you so much for making this! I can't wait to make my first bag. A little intimidated but I am excited to make bags that hasn't been represented 🤗

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Im glad to help! The best way to learn is to jump right in 🤗 also a flat faced mini backpack (without the front pocket) is a great first backpack to try customizing on ❣️

[@Emvee84]

I think I have just found my new crafting obsession!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Yesss 👏🏼👏🏼 if you need any help at all along the way feel free to ask me! I’m always available to help 🤗❣️

[@Emvee84]

​@@ButtonEyedSmileAbout how many yards of fabric should I get per backpack?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@Emvee84 I always like to get 1 yard because you’ll have extra in case you make a mistake, it also allows you more options for character placement. And you can always make matching ears, wallet, scrunchies, etc. with the leftover fabric ☺️. At very minimum if you had a flat faced backpack (without a front pocket) you could get away with half a yard but in my opinion it’s not worth the hassle to save a few bucks on fabric. Better to have a bit more than less! 🤗❣️

[@Emvee84]

@@ButtonEyedSmile thank you! I thought it would be more!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@Emvee84 happy to help! 🫶🤗❣️

[@JWeventing]

😲 This is brilliant!!! I have to do this now!! What a great idea. Thanks

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

If you make a custom and have any questions along the way I’m always here to help!🤗❣️

[@JWeventing]

@@ButtonEyedSmile Thanks!! how much fabric do you think you use? Especially if you want to fussy-cut specific characters. I found a pretty scuffed up flat faced bag at yard sale yesterday for super cheap and now searching for the right fabric. Yay!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@JWeventing nice! 🤗❣️ for a flat faced bag you’d be able to get away with a half yard of fabric but if you want specific character placement get a full yard and then with the leftovers you can also make a wallet or scrunchie 😉 or there’s even Facebook groups to sell any leftovers you have so you can make some of your cost back 🤗

[@JWeventing]

@@ButtonEyedSmile thanks again!! So excited to do this. Now to find the perfect fabric.

[@joanie3158]

Wow! Amazing! Came over to check you out from The Cheap Chick! Glad I did! 🥰

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Awe thank you for the kind words! I love the Cheap Chick’s channel 🥰thank you for checking out mine I’m beyond appreciative 🤗❣️❣️

[@sararussenberger8469]

Thank you for sharing this! I work at Space 220 and the only space bags are expensive or too cutesy! I'm so excited to make a space 220 bag!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I'm glad you found my video helpful ☺️! that's super cool you work at space 220! I'm sure you'll get a ton of compliments on your future custom space bag! 🤩 if you have any questions when you go to make your bag feel free to reach back out, I'm always glad to help!❣️

[@emilydisney8366]

I’ve been wanting to try and make my own bag! Thank you!

[@kyleesolarez3847]

Love this! Maybe one day I’ll be brave enough to try it 😬 I would love a Corpse Bride print!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Corpse bride is one of my favorites! You should definitely try making a custom bag, you could even do a practice bag using a inexpensive bag from Walmart and cotton-spandex fabric from Joann’s to get the idea of it before moving onto a Loungefly bag ☺️❣️ and if you ever have any questions I’m always here to help 🤗

[@BlackGothGirl1]

They also make loungefly bags with clear windows/pockets, specifically made for decorating. I made a Hamilton bag. The only thing is, there’s no loungefly logo, but I added a Hamilton logo next to the pocket.

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Are you talking about pin bags or? I don’t think I’ve seen one for decorating before 😱 if you can post the link please 🤗🙏🏻❣️

[@valzer84]

Daaaaang nice job, you are dedicated!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Thanks a bunch! 🤗❣️

[@cassie6349]

Even on sale loungfly's are pretty pricey why not use another type of bag?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Hm, that’s a good question! I started customizing bags that I already had in my collection but no longer enjoyed so in my mind it was better than buying an additional bag just to customize it, but you are right Loungefly is pricey and they do seem to be rising in costs 😢

[@BrunetteAngel-14]

Hey there! I really want to start customizing! What type of fabric, glue, tools, etc do u use? ❤

[@BrunetteAngel-14]

Also, how/where could I get fabric for it? And how would u recommend painting it?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Oooo Yayy!! Customizing is great!! I have all the tools linked in most of my videos descriptions (even if the video isn’t about customizing) as well as at the bottom I link the fabric shops I like. kacustomfabrics.com is a great shop for fabrics many fabric shops will have retail fabric (ready to ship) and preorders (these take longer to order/arrive). They also have a facebook group that’s great to join in case you have any questions about ordering, scale, or prints (k&A custom fabrics & hardware). The owners of the shop are super nice. I always get cotton-Lycra as my fabric base because it has 4 way stretch which makes it easier to work with ☺️ Fabritac is the brand of glue I use, the dental pic that I use to tuck the fabric in I get from Amazon but Walmart and Walgreens sell similar pics. The odicoat that I use to prep the fabric so that it’s waterproof I get from Amazon but this step isn’t necessary to make a custom I just prefer it because it adds structure and protection to the fabric 🙂 if you gave anymore questions don’t hesitate to ask! I’m here to help 🥰👏🏼👏🏼

[@BrunetteAngel-14]

@@ButtonEyedSmile thank u so so much!!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@BrunetteAngel-14 of course! Happy to help! 🤗❣️

[@margaretduh3899]

One day I need to try this 😯

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

It’s easier than it looks!

[@tanyamckinley6227]

I loved this! Great job and thanks for sharing

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it! ❣️❣️

[@elizabethgutierrez4525]

0:12 what green backpack is that?? I’m looking for a green one and going to cover it with Swarovski crystals.

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

www.boxlunch.com/product/loungefly-disney-peter-pan-cast-painting-mini-backpack---boxlunch-exclusive/15466198.html it’s the Peter Pan backpack from Boxlunch it shows out of stock on the website though 😥 I got it during Boxlunch Money days. I think maybe in November

[@elizabethgutierrez4525]

@@ButtonEyedSmile if I can’t find it, I might have to find one and just repaint it green.

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Also you must have patience of a Saint! Lol I know the way I customize is time consuming but i give you kudos because placing Swarovski crystals individually by hand is an art! 🙌🏼

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@elizabethgutierrez4525 merc.li/sTQ8QkUab Mercari has the bag with the matching card holder for $80 free shipping, you may be able to message the seller and ask them if they’d separate the bundle so you can just purchase the bag for less. Just a thought🙂

[@elizabethgutierrez4525]

@@ButtonEyedSmile thank you, I’ll make and account. Hopefully it comes out good.

[@bread_stx_]

Do you have a website you recommend to print out your own fabric? Or do you just get yours store bought :0?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

kacustomfabrics.com is fantastic for print services I use them often, just make sure you file is seamless so you don’t get a grid pattern (I hope that makes sense lol) but I like their quality of fabric and when you upload your file you can tell them the scale you’d like it printed (6x6, 9x9 or whatever size) I have a discount code with them but I want to note I don’t get any monetary kickback from sharing the code it’s just for others to save ☺️ it’s ERRYN5 . They have a Facebook group also so if you ever have any questions you can directly ask the shop owner it’s nice to be able to chat directly and the owners are super kind

[@nataliemoody4823]

I would love to make my own bag, great video. I don’t have much confidence, can I ask what materials and glues you find work the best please x

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Absolutely! I list everything in all my videos descriptions of the products I use and where I purchase them from 🤗❣️ Fabritac for the glue, Loungefly I always look for sales (which there’s a bunch always going on these days 👏🏼👏🏼) and I use OdiCoat to treat the fabric making it water proof (I have a video showing how I apply this also if you need the link let me know 🙂) I’m happy to help with anything so any questions you have definitely feel free to ask!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Also if you’re a bit nervous I always suggest picking up a super cheap bag from Goodwill or even Walmart, pick up cheap fabric from Joanns (there’s always 40% off coupons and get the cotton-spandex material) and those will be great to practice with to get the feel of the process ☺️

[@andreamurat4337]

Thank you so much for the video! Love it 💗 could you use cotton fabric? I noticed you said you use a stretch fabric but I'm wondering does the process of coating the fabric reduce the stretch? If so would it similar to 100% cotton after being treated anyway? I'd like to try this but I'm having trouble finding the prints I want in cotton lycra. Thank you!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

My apologies for missing your comment! 🙏🏻❣️ I’ve tried cotton before and it didn’t work well for me (I could have just had a bad quality cotton though) but even with treating the Cotton Lycra it still has a four-way stretch more so than 100% cotton. comparable to cotton Lycra are other options like cotton-spandex and also polyester-Lycra . I actually made a video I still have to publish where I try using cotton and failed 😅 but what happened was it would lay correctly with the wet glue and then develop bubbles as it dried it was the strangest thing! So since then I stay away from anything that’s not my preferred fabric base 😅❣️ i also like that cotton/Lycra doesn’t fray on its ends the way cotton itself does but if you wanted to try cotton I would say get a piece on sale and do a test on a project bag (like a cheap one found at a yard sale or similar) ☺️

[@chelseabryner5841]

Do you need to buy a specific type of fabric?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Cotton-Lycra or cotton-spandex work best (in my opinion) 🙂 because it has four way stretch so it’s very easy to work with . I’ve worked with 100% cotton because and it didn’t not go well, I still have to post that fail video lol

[@kylef6318]

I love it so much! You're so great at this and I can't wait for the next video ☺

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Thank you for your kind words!❣️

[@monalisayoutube]

This is such a great video, tysm! Does the same info apply when cutting and gluing sequin fabric on a similar pocket? Just asking since the sequin backpack you did had a flat front. :)

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Great question! If I did a sequins bag with a front pocket I would approach everything the same minus the pocket’s corners. Instead of taking the “gift wrapping fold” approach when it came to the corners I would cut the sequin fabric along the pockets corner seam, line up the fabric’s edges, and then glue , rather than just fold and glue. I hope that makes sense it’s hard to explain through typing lol. but basically I wouldn’t fold since sequins would build too much volume and probably be super tough to fold also. Let me know if this helps! Otherwise I can try and record quick what I’m trying to explain and send it over to you 🤗❣️

[@monalisayoutube]

@@ButtonEyedSmile I think I understand; you would just cut the fabric and line it up, so instead of one full piece folded it's two pieces that meet at the seams? Maybe? I'm trying to visualize it lol. Ty for taking the time to respond! You've inspired me to try to make my own custom bags!!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@monalisayoutube that could work also! 🤗 I was thinking of still using one piece but when you do the same maneuver to fold at the corners you’d cut out a triangle piece (the piece that would’ve otherwise had been folded) and glue the edges of the corner together at the corners seam ☺️ lol sorry it’s hard explaining through words 😅 I’m happy to hear you’ll be making a custom! it gets easier with every bag you make 🤗❣️

[@hilianaperez2421]

Is the fabric cotton or pleather

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

It’s cotton Lycra fabric that I treat with odicoat 🙂

[@wafflebutter2907]

What website do u get the loungflys

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I always keep an eye out for sales, usually Boxlunch during the Boxlunch money redemption period where you can get the bags 1/2 off. Every once in awhile Disney online, or the smaller retailers will run sales but it’s random. Let me check whose having a sale currently one second 🤗

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Blue culture tees is having a sale some of their Loungefly bags are 50% off (click their sale tab) 🤗❣️ and I think My link will get you an additional 5% off i.refs.cc/Vmqq37T6?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjo2MTg5NDE5ODZ9 hope that helps!

[@brittanyschultz1712]

How would this be modified if making a custom sequin bag?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Hi Brittany! I’ll tag you in my sequins video ❣️ I saw your comment on tiktok 🤗 this will be easier since I couldn’t post a clickable link on tiktok

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Tagged you on the video 🤗

[@brittanyschultz1712]

@@ButtonEyedSmile I don’t see the tag. I’m sorry!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I’ll try again ❣️🤗

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@brittanyschultz1712 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4TLd4KGhKhqnK8 this is the link ☺️

[@Ameg13]

Have you used other kind of bags??? Meet the Robinsons is def underrated!!!! One of my favs! 🤍

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I’ve only redone Loungefly backpacks/drawstring bags/crossbody/and purses. But any brand should be customizable 🤗 and so glad to hear you love meet the robinsons! ❣️ do you plan on trying to customize a bag? ☺️

[@Cward303]

So. Much. Yes!! Do you happen to take orders for customs??

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Hi and welcome! 🤗❣️ Currently I just teach how to make them and I do giveaways/make them as gifts for friends/family but towards the end of the year I will be selling off some of my collection to destash. As far as custom orders go I haven’t ventured over to that side of things yet 😅

[@Cward303]

@@ButtonEyedSmile thank you so much, I’m happy to be here and I appreciate the reply! Ohhh I’ll keep an eye for giveaways! Thank you for teaching us your craft and if I do find a fabric/bag and mainly the talent (lol) to do this, I’ll show you my final product! And if you do decide to sell, I’d be honored to be one of your first customers!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@Cward303 I’d love to see what you create! It’s best to get a bag on sale and try the flat faced one for a first time bag 🤗 I would say you need patience more so than talent it’s pretty easy! And I list in the videos description some shops I purchase my fabrics from but if you wanted to experiment Joanns has cotton-spandex blend available and often have 40% off sales 🙌🏼 thanks for all your kind words! 🙏🏻❣️

[@alllmaraz]

What paint do you use to prime??

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

www.amazon.com/dp/B01H0P3LP8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_J5KKNVK2085J99YS8HYW I like the brand angelus for priming my bags they have have a wide variety of colors but for priming I usually use their white or black 🙂

[@naymaayy2712]

What kind of fabric do you use!? I have explored all different websites you suggested and they all ask what kind of fabric ??

[@Kfrye71]

How did you learn how to do this

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

There’s a Facebook group where we customize Loungefly bags, some paint & some use fabric. But most people unfortunately will not share how they make the bags, when I got into it my friend Danielle advised me (I’m thankful she did!) And I decided I didn’t want to keep this a secret so that’s actually what inspired me to make this video and all my others. Custom bags can sell for around $200, I wanted people to learn how to make their own customs to save money and really put their whole heart into making their own dream bag 🤗

[@Tinkerellastreasuretrunk]

Wow. Pretty cool. You may have started something new for sure. 😁👍

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Thanks❣️ I hope anyone who sees these videos tries out customizing even just once 🤗 Next week I take on making a sequins bag 😳😅

[@iheartmusic4ever2011]

What was the size of the fabric you used ?:)

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

1 yard of fabric is what you see me using for this video, it’s more than enough to complete a mini backpack with room for error. And then eventually when you get used to making them 1/2 yard will suffice (but most shops sell them by the yard). Hope that helps! 🤗

[@christinewyatt5919]

What kind of clue did you use ?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I use Fabritac for my glue 🤗 I have links for everything I use in the videos description , I believe Walmart and michaels both carry it though ☺️

[@1BadKitty88]

This is amazing. I came from The Cheap Chick because I saw the Labyrinth wallet! That’s one of my all time favorites. I was blown away! I’m going to look for the video on that, next. I’m going to have to try this out. What brand of glue do you use, if I might ask?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Ah I made the labyrinth before I started filming for KZbin 😭 I have more of that fabric though so I’m sure it’ll eventually be used again for a future video❣️ I use Fabritac as my glue it’s my favorite! Amazon sells it and so does michaels. I love getting it from michaels when they send out their 40-50% off a single item coupons ☺️

[@1BadKitty88]

@@ButtonEyedSmile I paused Melissa’s unboxing…lol

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@1BadKitty88 That's so kind of you! I love watching her videos ☺️ I saw in the video that her mom really loved the labyrinth so I recently sent Melissa out a beetlejuice wallet so her mom can have the labyrinth 😅 I'm thinking of doing a wallet giveaway on my channel for every 100 subscribers I hit until I reach 1,000 🤗🙌🏼 wallets for everyone! Lol

[@cristaladame84]

Awesome thanks😊

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Of course! Glad to help out 🤗🤗

[@elizabethgutierrez4525]

How the heck did you get Mickey and Minnie runaway for that cheap??

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

It was during one of their online sales I think that last for 2-3 days and I happened to catch it! I forget if it went back on sale for Black Friday but I purchased it before then, around Halloween 🎃 time

[@badpoem8795]

My favorite fandom is dragon ball!

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Nice! 👏🏼👏🏼🤗❣️

[@brittanyjean8126]

I made my son an experiment bag because he loves little back packs

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

That’s awesome! I’m sure he loves the bags that much more when you make them for him 🤗

[@brittanyjean8126]

@@ButtonEyedSmile yes he totally does! I was looking for the video post I was following on Facebook and couldn’t find it I was going to show you a picture! Right now I’m try to make another but I’m really struggling with the blue painters tape it’s not really sticking it is coming undone and rolling up I wonder if it’s just old maybe.

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@brittanyjean8126 if you happen to find my videos post def show me a pic I’d love to see it! And I’ve never had my painters tape roll up before😱 , is it coming off the fabric or the wax paper? You can try to extend the tape so it also touches the table maybe that would make it more secure? 🤔 hmm

[@brittanyjean8126]

@@ButtonEyedSmile it’s coming off of both!! I think I’m going to try buying a different roll and see if that makes a difference. 🤔😅

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

@@brittanyjean8126 that’s so strange! Yeah perhaps try a different roll 🤔 I know I’ve been through a couple of rolls both name brand and store brand I believe but I never had it rolling up , I even used masking tape because I tried to save money but I don’t recommend masking tape that was annoying to pull off (it’ll be in a future video) lol. They do sell wider painters tape that may help you so you can cover more surface area of both the fabric and wax paper

[@tamichristilaw6556]

My aunt has been wanting a bag that they NEVER make and now I wanna make her a Chester the cat one from Alice in wonderland 😅🤣

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Yesss 👏🏼👏🏼 and that’s so nice of you to want to make it for her 🤗 if you need help finding fabric or any guidance along the way just let me know I’m always available to help☺️❣️

[@JakesDisneyAfternoon]

Stunning. Do you source the fabric or do you print it yourself?

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

I source it from several fabric retailers but often I create the designs myself so this Meet the Robinsons one I actually created and used a "print your own design" option from itgscustomfabric.com I wish I could print it myself oh man I would have TONS of fabric then lol

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Some more of the online fabric shops I use are www.sophieraefabric.com stitchnfabrics.com kimmybs.com

[@Norita562]

No wonder its pricey. It takes time

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Definitely requires more patience than anything 😅❣️

[@tiffanymarkins4973]

I saw your tiktok I followed you and I send u a message on tiktok and your bag and wallet are cute

[@ButtonEyedSmile]

Thank you for following and also checking out my KZbin channel 🙏🏻🤗❣️ I’m beyond appreciative! 🥰🥰

[@LauraFischer-z9x]

I love this, I have an Epcot bag, but I don’t like the print on the white part, but love the front spaceship earth pocket.