Making Adam Savage's EDC2 Bag // Sewing

[@enkays_den]

I'm honestly floored. This is the first video of yours that I've watched (not to be the last) and you're an incredibly skilled maker (it seems to run in the family, if this is the shop that you grew up around) at such a young age. This is a very well thought out interpretation of Adam's bag, and everything was done to such a high calibre of quality. This deserves way more views than it has. Keep up the awesome work!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Hello Mel. Thank you SO much for the comment and for checking out my video. I really appreciate it your feedback! The more videos I do, the better the quality of them seems to get.... so this is one of my best (and most recent video). As for the bag and the construction of the project; yes, it helps to have access to a full sewing shop and and Dad that could help me along the way when I needed it :) Thanks again!

[@enkays_den]

@@MakeWithMiles No problem, man. Keep up the good work! The video itself is also very well done, not even taking the content into account.

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Love love love this! It looks so crazy good!! And I have some serious sewing machine(s) envy right now, haha. That edge binder is amazing. Must have been great to spend some time in your dad's shop!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks so much!

[@tbrickman]

This is such an amazing video. Thanks so much! I'm working on making mine out of waxed canvas that I'm making myself. This was a very helpful and entertaining video

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you so much and best of luck on you bag!

[@kevinrico1194]

Great build! Thanks for the video🙌🏼

[@Makebuildmodify]

Dude! Such a great project! And your videography and editing is getting so good. What camera and lenses do you use?

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Justin! This is the first video that I've shot with the Panasonic GH4. My dad has a few older full frame Nikon lenses that I am using with a cheap lens adapter. Th This means that everything has to be shot in manual settings (focus, aperture and shutter speed). I really need a wide angle lens but that's going to have to wait until I've saved up more money.

[@Makebuildmodify]

@@MakeWithMiles well it looks great. Saving is the best way. Never borrow if you help it. I was going to buy the gh5 but I bought a Canon 6D mkii instead. Man that was a mistake. I may sell it and get the gh5. Not sure yet.

[@davebell4917]

I have an earlier version of the camera, and wide angle is a bit of a problem with full-frame lenses, so you either get a wide-angle made for the camera, or find one of those front-of-lens converters, does the opposite to a teleconverter. It depends how wide you want to go, but a good converter would reverse the effect of the smaller sensor in the camera. A lot get made for modern digital cameras and lenses, but it looks hard to find one from the 35mm film era, and I have no idea which would be better.

[@sabinaraelin]

Bag looks great! Fun intro too!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching!

[@davestrain1762]

Great Build Miles it turned out great! I love that that the simpler build is Adam Savage's haha

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Dave. I figured that if I was going to make one and make a video, it needed to be unique and different from what he did :)

[@kerchuansoong]

So much respect for your attention to details, what a gorgeous result. I'm making rounds on all the KZbin EDC bag tutorials to gather inspirations and insights to make my own. Thank you for the video. I didn't even know there's a machine dedicated to bar tacks!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for checking it out! Keep up the great match box art! Perhaps you should make some KZbin videos of your projects?

[@kerchuansoong]

@@MakeWithMiles A few people have asked me if I want to venture into KZbin, and I'm seriously considering it. Filming and editing are so foreign to me, I just don't know how to start. Your videos are so nicely made. It's really inspiring :)

[@MichaelAlm]

Great build and great video Miles! I really enjoyed this!! Also, your Dad’s shop looks amazing

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for watching!

[@MakeSewingStudio]

My husband just finished this bag and it looks great. Your video was a HUGE help along the whole process and saved us some questions and potential frustrations. I own a sewing studio and now I feel I need a bar tack machine and some of those other machines you have in your workshop. Life goals. Thanks for your great video!

[@thegooch90]

Wow! Just wow! Turned out super great! I’m going to start one tomorrow in leather, looks like I have a real challenge in front of me! Truly awesome dude! 👌🏼

[@aelfie]

Next time you come over on a Friday night I want to see this Miles.

[@SwatiBasanwal]

Love the video, Miles! Keep making videos, Love from India :)

[@JTLowry]

Yours looks better made than the ones he sells.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks ;)

[@lindahackney665]

You are amazing....what is the style and number of the Brother industrial .Scrubs you started out with? Where can I get one.

[@mojitomaker]

Genuine request: Does Dad offer a course or apprenticeship for repairing outdoor adventure gear. Would love to have this skill.

[@chrismontoya4266]

Looks that Singer looks just like my lu 563😂

[@CheapGeek]

Very Nice!

[@debbydhill]

Glad you picked up some more skills. This is amazing, you did a fantastic job, Love it Miles!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Debby!!

[@mikeperry2561]

Not sure if awesome begins to cover it. But, awesome!

[@michaeltucker939]

Any more tips on the zipper and metal frame pocket?

[@edwardpang7659]

This was two years ago can’t even imagine what u doing now! So much talent and attention to detail! And passion and craft dude you are awesome !

[@adamgilligan3688]

I just found this video but is still cool

[@GusLuong]

Nice job! You are so lucky to have access to all those machines! Your dad is cool!

[@misha9952]

hmm what am i doing with my life?! This video is incredible. I'm really surprised you do not have more subs. Keep up the good work!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching!

[@MaltandMake]

I think I ended up watching this about 20 times while I made mine. I've just uploaded a video about it and honest I don't think I could have done it without your video. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@MakeWithMiles]

I watched your video and was equally impressed. You did a really nice job with Martian/NASA theme and the printed fabrics. Really excellent!

[@Ardawna]

Nice build Miles! I love the video, very well done. I appreciate the link to supplies and the excellent comments you made all throughout the build. Very nice indeed! Thank you!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching! Good luck on your bag!

[@mojitomaker]

Get your Dad on KZbin, if he isn’t already. Clearly an amazing design mentor to you, but some of the expert insight (binder feeder attachment) is mind blowing. If not his own channel, more sewing vids.

[@kevinrico1194]

Great build! Thanks for the video 🙌🏼

[@MakeWithMiles]

Glad you like it! Thanks Kevin!

[@sryanrussell]

I found your channel from the herringbone guitar build, but I have subbed and stay for your other builds!!!! Keep up the great work!

[@MaltandMake]

Thanks for sharing, definitely inspired me to keep going with my build!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching! I hope you post a video of your build as well.

[@jrainsford]

Really pro looking bag, well done, so good. Love the beefy zip and clips on the strap

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching!

[@LaunceBugbee]

This is really nice… thank you for showing your process… I have 4 sewing machines and I sew cross body bags and bucket hats

[@druface12345]

Awesome! Try making a old vintage boy scout field bag next using cordura and waxed canvas. Then send it to me, LOL!

[@rohawaha]

Good job on the EDC bag and a very good video production. Keep learning your fathers skills they will serve you and prosper you your entire life, even if they are not your chosen profession for income. Never stop learning new skills.

[@bluzshadez]

You are young and very skilled. God bless! Amazing!

[@devy4017]

your foot sewing machine looks mechanical, sorry if its too much but i never see it in my life.. also AMAZING project

[@e2U]

Hey Adam, great video, would you like to help with a sewing project for kids and reach over 100k potential subscribers?

[@MakeWithMiles]

If you had actually watched the video, you would know my name isn't Adam.

[@e2U]

@@MakeWithMiles Miles? Have a good day and stay safe...

[@sriramneravati5048]

Cool Video! Love the bag, looks better than most bags you can buy.

[@uentillie01]

This was cool! I'm learning to sew and I want to make a bag like this. I just made some skillet handle pot holders (been burning my hand on cast irons)

[@Eddiedk1]

Awesome job, I started too at my fathers shop at age 14 as a hobby after school I ended up graduating from design school for clothing at age 19 , I'm 47 now and still enjoying this profession keep it up

[@joeljimenez8560]

Very good work kid. Your dad has some really nice machines.

[@TBizzell68]

It turned out great, thanks for the video. I bought the kit, and am going to attempt it soon. I like the materials that you chose, I’ll hopefully do something similar. That bar tack machine is awesome

[@sandylevy1263]

I want to live at your dads shop. Lol. You did a great job!

[@Kovalenko-DIY]

Очень круто спасибо за видео! теперь я твой подписчик из Волгограда=)

[@ЕвгенийКузнецов-л8ь]

Молодец!

[@IronGordon]

That shoulder strap with the ak clips and pad details came out looking awesome

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you!

[@melipretzel4639]

Love the way it opens fullyPerfect top!

[@tmoonias807]

Holy smokes

[@SchutzReborn]

Dude, you are wicked talented. Nice build, excellent video/editing work.

[@ericvega1]

Great work

[@TheUnitedEstates]

damn! great video, my guy. great bag too.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks dude! I appreciate it.

[@McFlysGarage]

That is pretty dope. Very high quality end result

[@pompeiiash]

Whoa! Bag envy!!! Subscribed!

[@esaedvik]

Oh man, that looks sooooo goood and comfy. Well done!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Haha, Thanks ;)

[@robeasy13]

Nice job dude! Pops has a awesome shop!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks, his shop is definitely cool!

[@Scoon83]

Awesome video, dude! Good colour choice too

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching!

[@hullinstruments]

Your family obviously has a background in creativity. Go chase a masters in sociology, go dive the oceans as a marine biologist, Hell even fly to the moon… But whatever you do don’t shy away from your creative genius. Not many people your age can work with their hands like that, and have the forethought to take some of the steps you chose. Who knows.....you might end up in woodworking, blacksmithing, hell maybe even cutting stones and casting jewelry. those skills belong in the creative arts.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for the advice! I always plan to have a creative job for my whole life!

[@KarenSquiresstampinbythebay]

Great work. Awesome video. Could you tell me the name of the weights you use to cut out your fabric? I have seen them a couple different times and can never find them. Thanks

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching. This is a link to the place where my Dad bought the pattern weights. www.ids-la.com/search.asp?keyword=weights

[@TinkerPrepper]

Your video is way better than Adam's 😉

[@MakeWithMiles]

I really look up to adam so that is quite the compliment!

[@TinkerPrepper]

Adam has been around for a long time, and probably has a few people on staff. Granted your dad has some nice equipment but you did the work yourself, I would imagine you rendered your video by yourself and you did an excellent job narrating it. It is good to see young people working hard and seeing the fruit of your labor.

[@chrismontoya4266]

Hell yeah 👍 keep making.!!!

[@Torsan1977]

Sweet build! I'm in the scary process of doing this as well. Not sure if I missed it, but did you put any plastic sheet in the bottom of the bag?

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you ! I decided I didn't want the bottom of the bag to be too stiff so I didn't put the plastic sheet in. Good luck on yours!

[@yeoldepirate783]

completely AWESOME !

[@sidneykoepp3655]

Mies, This is fantastic. You have some serious mad skills. You gave me some ideas to enhance my bag. Can't wait to see more of your videos.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you so much!

[@keithreay]

Well done dude, looks great.

[@aboubakeressedik5742]

like that ;verry good work a nice art can i comme to work with you ? hahah lol

[@markchoitz443]

neat project and fine craftsmanship-well done Miles!

[@jadeescobar9653]

I am amazed. Very skilled. 👏

[@CHRISPOPTV]

Awesome channel

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for the visit

[@duckypam]

Fantastic to see young artisans!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Cool project, Miles! Love the way it looks!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Bruce!!

[@nick4855]

I’m kinda new to sewing and really learning a lot from videos. Planning to make the panel hat and this bag. You do a great job explaining and showing steps.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for the feedback! I always try and make it as clear as possible so I'm glad you are thinking of making them yourself ;)

[@Bborg19]

awesome work! Such an awesome weekend project

[@AtelierDBurgoyne]

Thanks so much for sharing! My wife and I loved it. Much skills that you demonstrated. Your bag looks fantastic. Daniel

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for checking it out!

[@jasonling758]

Nice work. Great attention to detail and commitment to see the project through. Real curious about your Dad, there are only a handful of guys doing what he does, with that kind of shop. I'm putting together that he might be at working with, or affiliated with Patagonia on some level? I've also got a shop with a dozen machines working as a designer of gear and apparel, but also have been repairing them since college. Would be great to learn more about his business. If possible, send him my info or message me... I'm in Washington state, been working in the outdoor industry since the early 90's. My feeling is that him and I might know each other or have close friends in common. Thanks -jason

[@MakeWithMiles]

Hi Jason, Thanks for the message and for checking out my video. Check out my Dad at @mtn.soles.outdoor.threads on instagram for what he's up to in his shop. Yes, he's had a very long relationship doing repairs for Patagonia. He worked in outdoor retail in the late 90's and early 00's.

[@MakeWithMiles]

@Jason Ling Yes, we know Peter. He worked for my Dad for about a year before he moved to Santa Cruz and my Dad introduced him to some of the folks at Patagonia.

[@richardmiller5159]

Great work Miles! Thanks for decoding Mr Savages’s construction process!! The metal frame looks much easier than I expected.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Richard!

[@goodgirl5824]

I’m in Awe of you, young man!! Excellent Job. 😊😊😊😊

[@MakeWithMiles]

Haha! Thanks ;)

[@canestrini808]

What a nice build!

[@gillianbc]

Great bag, Miles - beautifully engineered

[@MsTagestraumer]

Crazy talented! You’re so fortunate to have access to your dad’s shop. Great job and fantastic video!!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you very much!

[@dailyskeptic]

Great build, great video 👍

[@parkerazz4385]

That was awsome

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks!

[@CityKanin]

Oh my! You are my new favourite boy! So talented and handy! I’m a fan of yours now :)

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for watching!

[@sprichard304]

Awesome!! Puts my sewing job on mine to shame. Incredible work!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Shawn!

[@agility62]

Your great great grandfather would be amazed and proud. Nice work!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Uncle David! I hope you are well!

[@sndtae]

Woah so talented.

[@giffymaus]

Awsome video, Miles. I lLove your bag.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for watching!

[@BIGWIGGLE223]

Daaamn...... Kids got mad skills!!! You nailed it Miles!!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thanks for watching!

[@momentarylapses5784]

Good job dude. Looking forward to your future videos

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you very much!

[@TheRodlund]

Awesome bag! Motivates me to pick up the plans, and then learn how to sew.

[@MakeWithMiles]

You should definitely give it a go!

[@JoyWandrey]

great bag, and you did an outstanding job making it. well done!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you so much Joy! I really appreciate it.

[@GibClark]

👍👍👍👍

[@thomasmccardle3494]

whats the seam tape you are using?

[@MakeWithMiles]

Are you referring to the binding tape that I used to bind the seams? You can use a thick grosgrain ribbon to accomplish that. Hope that helps!

[@davebell4917]

Binding tape is usually bias cut, and my guess is that you're using a bias-cut tape, from the way it goes around curves. It's a standard enough way of finishing edges, uses a specialised presser foot. And bar tacking is the basic process for making a buttonhole.

[@MakeWithMiles]

@@davebell4917 Hi Dave. What I used is a thicker nylon gross grain ribbon that is specifically used in backpack and bag manufacturing, it's not a bias cut tape and it's not cheap gross grain from the local big box fabric store. In upholstery, home sewing, and lighter weight garments many people use a bias tape, but on heavy stuff like bags nylon gross grain is the way to go. And yes, I used specific feet on the sewing machine that work with the binder. Also, there is an actual difference between a bar tack and a button hole and there are specific industrial sewing machines for each type of stitch. The machine my Dad has in his shop is a 42 stitch bar tacking machine which is often used in backpack and tent production. Button holes look similar, but with button holes you have the ability to slice a hole in the middle for the button to come through. A bar tack does not have the ability to do that.

[@martinslagle3061]

This turned out really nice. good job!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for watching!

[@christopherpaddykot62]

Wow I just love this!

[@rosidaanggraini9396]

wow....

[@Atlantismonkey40]

Great job. Doing well miles, keep up the good work

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Allen!

[@Jcope1382]

Wow, this looks fantastic Miles! Awesome work

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you Jason!

[@MuffFlux]

Awesome!

[@tixilx]

Great Video Miles - Well Done ☘️

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for watching!