Mav Pack Binding and Gusset tutorial

This is the Mav Pack binding and gusset tutorial. (LHM approved). In this video, I will show you an easy way to use binding on the gusset which makes binding so much easier.
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*nice tips and tricks included.
This is the same video that was over at MarkerB-my husband's chanel.

[@JL-mc2dx]

I just broke my machine making these bags I’m obsessed. I took a corner too quick and pulled the needle. You know what happened next.😢 I was binding the bag after I put the gusset together the way you do it here is excellent. I can’t wait to try this way.

[@blackmountainbags]

OMG, were you able to fix your machine??? Oh I love this pattern too! Yeah, I get excited too sometimes making bags...I feel for ya. This is a game changer method!

[@gibraltabago]

This is a game changer for me. I have been agonizing over this for the last two days. Thank you.

[@blackmountainbags]

Aww, game changer for me too!! Most welcome!!

[@elizabethouallineheimann8420]

SAME!

[@brendareed8213]

Best binding tutorial EVER. I may not hate it quite as much and now my binding doesn't look like a hot mess!

[@blackmountainbags]

Aww yay!! I hated binding but now, it’s all I want to do to finish bags lol. Good luck!!

[@chickiez11]

I loved all your Mav pack and shoulder strap videos. Especially how you did the binding!! Fantastic!! Great teaching at a nice speed. Thank you! ❤

[@blackmountainbags]

thank you....

[@KellyDannemann]

This is a great tutorial to use in so many different designs. Thank you for your time making this binding tutorial. Look forward to more tips and tricks. Yes, I throw it all on the floor, learned it from Elenor Burns, was in shock watching her throw it all on the floor. Lol.

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh thank you for such kind words. I"m gearing up for another video. Haha, yes, on the floor they go! Time saver? I'd say so! lol

[@mlecuyerpv]

Thank you so much for this video. I really liked your teaching style - no rushing, pleasant voice, and attention to detail. I sincerely hope you keep producing how-to videos!

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you very much! Appreciate your kind words! I am planning my next one!! I received permission from two other designers to do their bags! I have a list going. Thank you!!!

[@sandraperez7734]

Kerrie, I just got around to watching your BRILLIANT video even though you sent me the link a few months ago. Thank you SO MUCH! I feel much more confident attempting binding after watching this! I appreciate you sharing your tips and tricks. I have a similar problem with clips getting caught on my machine as well. I have a 2" roll of heavy duty clear packing tape and I apply a couple of overlapping strips to the offending edge, creating a smooth transition and problem solved. When the tape becomes grungy or gets a bunch of threads stuck, I peel it off and reapply. :)

[@blackmountainbags]

Awww, thank you....and Great idea using packing tape!!! I will have to try that!!

[@angelamay6205]

Thank you for this video. Has given me the incentive to go ahead and finish a project that has been sitting in my too hard basket for way to long!!

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh yay!! I can’t wait to see it!! I will look for it or PM me if we talked via PMs!

[@annabellec12]

I just watched your entire video, LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED! You’re such a good teacher (and an amazing sewist!) I learned so much from you in just one video. Had so many jaw drop 😱 mind blown 🤯 moments! Please keep making videos (if you enjoy doing it) YOURE AWESOME!!

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you so much!!!!! I appreciate that! I will make more!!!

[@williamaustin4422]

This was amazing! Your brilliant! Most seriously! 2am, can't sleep, and I too just liked and subscribed! Thank you! God bless, Jo Ann

[@user-zk2qx8bg4z]

Why have I not known this technique before… game changer ❤❤

[@blackmountainbags]

Ha right- makes it sooo much easier!

[@karenthomas5732]

Thank you Kerrie. Had two cut out, one done, my binding was awful, so the other one is just looking at me and waiting, can now give it ago again. Cheers.

[@blackmountainbags]

Awesome- hope you show it off when you’re done!!

[@philippahaynes9560]

That's a great video. Thank you so much. Next time I bind a bag I will remember to watch it again. x

[@karenhickey3377]

I have never seen binding done this way before. I'm in the middle of the Mav Pack at 120% and plan on binding it. I plan on giving this method a try. Thank you for your tutorial. :)

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh good luck!! I will look for your finished bag!!

[@gailmathews2974]

Thank you so much for a wonderful way for doing the binding I will be diffinley be try this way

[@elonanamor6420]

Great video. Thank you so much for sharing your technique. Love your attention to detail. Slow stitching and thread changes make such a difference in the end product. You should continue to teach as your a natural at it.

[@blackmountainbags]

Aww, thank you! I appreciate your kind words.I am working on more!

[@peggybray5450]

When I had my Juki 8700 I used Tex 70 thread . I have a Juki ddl 1181n walking foot machine . Loved my 8700 but making bags easier with a walking machine can’t wait to try your binding trick

[@blackmountainbags]

I use Tex 45....I can use 70 but prefer 45. You're lucky to have two machines. I don't have issues sewing bags.....There was one bag once that I had some trouble..... and even the designer put out a mod for the strap shortly after release of the pattern. Good luck!

[@MirtaFlores-vm6lt]

Just watched very good tutorial! Your teaching style is great! Learned a lot thank you!

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you very much!!! Glad it had some new things in it for you!

[@KPMHA]

Love your teaching style. Can’t wait to see more videos.

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you very much!! I have more planned now that I have permission for two designers! Thanks!!

[@lisapickett5631]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. You are an amazing and skilled instructor! My Mav turned out really cute!

[@blackmountainbags]

Most welcome! More coming!

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh awesome- hope you post it! I will look for it!

[@user-ud1su8fh9y]

Loved the video!!! Enjoyed your teaching style. I will definitely be following your videos. You are an awesome teacher! ❤

[@blackmountainbags]

Aww thank you!!!

[@maureentreichler9256]

Thank you this was an excellent video and an interesting method of adding binding, which I will try. I did subscribe and hope to see more videos.

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh great....hope it worked out for you!! I hope to do more videos very soon!

[@peggybloomfield1406]

You’re an excellent instructor.

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you!🩷

[@deanam.1123]

Thanks so much, really helpful, I though of doing it this way, but just wasn't sure, now I know it will work wonderfully.

[@blackmountainbags]

Yes!! Give it a try- you won’t regret it!!! Thank you!!

[@purelivingfoodsbygina4244]

Loved this video thanks so much- subscribed. as a newbe bag maker your tutorial was brilliant for binding. thanks hope you do more and more videos on how to make bags. xx

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you!! I will do more!

[@MiMi-ox8nz]

Awesome Job! You are a natural. Great teaching abilities, and I love your attention to detail. That truly shows in the end product. Thank you for the video. You have a new subscriber. Can’t wait for your next one.

[@blackmountainbags]

Aww thank you very much….. ❤

[@laurieparent6619]

Thanks for this tutorial! Easiest binding I ever put on!

[@blackmountainbags]

YAY

[@amandaemmanuel3352]

Excited to try this! Thank you!

[@robbieburns4300]

Makes sense. I will try this on my next bag. Thanks!

[@blackmountainbags]

Awesome- it’s so much easier!!

[@annadrake5172]

I used this method on a couple of slings I finished up this week. It worked out great! Thank you!

[@blackmountainbags]

Awesome, Anna!!

[@cherylholloway6389]

Loved the video, very helpful!!!!

[@blackmountainbags]

Yay- glad it helped!

[@lonemuchow3900]

love the video will use that tutorial many time, thank you

[@blackmountainbags]

Welcome- yeah, I haven’t gone back to binding any other way!!

[@ladydrdelicious1273]

Great tips on binding. I am looking forward to trying this out on my next bag 😊

[@blackmountainbags]

Awesome! I love binding now lol

[@DesignsByRareBeauty]

Great teacher! Great tutorial.

[@blackmountainbags]

Awww thank you!!

[@pamelahall3699]

Brilliant video! Thank you for taking your time to demo your process. I will definitely be using this!!

[@blackmountainbags]

most welcome

[@blackmountainbags]

and thank you!

[@TERRIDONEY]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial ❣️

[@blackmountainbags]

aww, thanks...you're welcome!

[@jos.4276]

Great tutorial. This would also work on the Catalina by Oro Rosa.

[@blackmountainbags]

yes, this technique will work on any gusseted bag! Thanks!

[@blackmountainbags]

It's on my list to make....bought it but just haven't gotten to it yet ....

[@karenmaltese3334]

I love this video. Thank you so much for sharing this technique. Is your lining fabric waterproof canvas?

[@blackmountainbags]

Sorry for the late reply- yes it is wpc, ottertex- great for structure

[@michelec1962]

What a great tutorial! Thank you!

[@blackmountainbags]

Thank you…You are so welcome!

[@terribushnell1145]

If you use clear tap or duct tape to cover the edge of the sewing table/machine area where it gets caught it will eliminate the catching problem.

[@blackmountainbags]

@@terribushnell1145 thanks for that tip!!!!

[@terribushnell1145]

@@blackmountainbags You're welcome! I HATE when my clips get stuck and ruins my stitching

[@blackmountainbags]

@@terribushnell1145 me too!!

[@kathyconnelly8866]

I've been trying to figure out how to change the pattern to bind the raw edges and cam across your video. So glad you took the time to make it. Are you using water proof canvas for your binding strips? I saw binding added to the gusset in another video and thought it was so clever.

[@blackmountainbags]

So sorry for the late reply! Yes! It’s waterproof canvas! Gives great structure- ottertex

[@blackmountainbags]

So sorry for the late reply! Yes it’s waterproof canvas. Ottertex gives great structure !!

[@suerush704]

Great tutorial thank you!!!

[@blackmountainbags]

Most welcome!

[@debbiecrull5254]

Love this technique!!! Were you using olyfun for your binding fabric? I might have missed you identifying it.

[@blackmountainbags]

Ahh no, it’s waterproof canvas. I have started hearing about people using olyfun for the binding, but I am not an olyfun fan. In comparison, it will give the bag less structure. It would behave the same when attaching it and that you can also cut it vertically or horizonally…. So that’s easy. I can’t see why it wouldn’t work on a bag- that maybe needed less interior structure. It is cheaper- but, it’s cheaper. Eh, maybe give it a try and let us know how it goes!

[@tammysigman4440]

Thanks for the great video. What Juki machine is that and does the table its on come with it?

[@blackmountainbags]

It is the a juki 8700 and yes, the table comes with it. Love this machine.

[@pamminer755]

Just ran across your video. Two things how wide is your Teflon foot? Looks like you did two passes so what would final seam width be. Also do you cut your own binding,

[@blackmountainbags]

I do cut my own from wpc- vertical or horizontal. Bc woc doesn’t have stretch, it doesn’t matter what direction you cut it so make it convenient. My foot is 1/4 wide, narrow Teflon zipper foot, so give a nice 1/8 edge.

[@blackmountainbags]

I sometimes bast the gusset first, then attach the binding piece- 1/8 SA

[@pamminer755]

@@blackmountainbags thanks you’re a great teacher snd videos are so clear and concise. Keep em coming I did subscribe as well.

[@Wendy10910]

Great video! How wide do you cut your binding ? I think I missed that. Thanks 😊

[@blackmountainbags]

@@Wendy10910 I believe it’s one and a half inches because I like a little extra to play with because I like to use Paracord in it and I want extra to be able to get around the Paracord.

[@blackmountainbags]

Yes, 26x1.5”

[@karenthomas5732]

I love that foot on your Juki, please what is it called.

[@blackmountainbags]

It’s called a narrow Teflon zipper foot

[@teenastaller8903]

What material are you using for your binding? How wide did you cut the binding? Thanks for the video.

[@blackmountainbags]

I am using waterproof canvas and you can cut this vertically or horizontally bc it has zero stretch. So use up those odd shaped pieces!

[@KH-ko1kh]

I believe she said at the beginning of the video that it's 1.5" wide.

[@KH-ko1kh]

What weight of waterproof canvas are you using for binding? Thanks.

[@blackmountainbags]

I use ottertex from FWD

[@blackmountainbags]

it doesn't matter how you cut wpc...vertical or horizontal bc it does not have stretch...so use up that funky extra pieces...you can use smaller pieces and overlap them if you want to use scraps

[@cindyhenderson525]

Just got on and noticed you notching curves. Do you have a link for that tool please?

[@blackmountainbags]

Oh I believe I used a great pair is scissors my husband ordered for me- let me grab one! Hope you see this- sorry I missed your question- I do scroll periodically but sometimes they are hidden

[@blackmountainbags]

They were ordered on Amazon. They’re “Engineer” brand scissors- from Japan. Be forewarned… I’ve cut myself a few times and it’s painful. Regular scissors, not painful, these ? Extremely!!

[@blackmountainbags]

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[@ufoquilter86]

Do you have a link to those threaders?

[@blackmountainbags]

@@ufoquilter86 sure…. a.co/d/7VLEpBq

[@epicuregal785]

Are you cutting your WPC binding on the bias?

[@blackmountainbags]

Because wpc doesn’t any stretch, it does not matter in which direction you cut it. Also, we are attaching the waterproof canvas to the Gussett and then clipping corners….. no stretch needed!

[@epicuregal785]

@@blackmountainbags thank you

[@marshacharles5180]

Hi what kind of sewing machine do you have. I want to upgrade from a domestic but i also dont want to get a walking foot just yet.

[@blackmountainbags]

It’s a Juki 8700

[@blackmountainbags]

I love it-

[@allnighter10]

What material is the binding made from?

[@blackmountainbags]

Ottertex wpc-

[@sherbabe100]

Do you turn through the zipper opening?

[@blackmountainbags]

Yes!

[@thesparrowsnest8343]

I tried using FOE but I didn’t like it for binding either. 🙂

[@blackmountainbags]

Yeah I don’t like foe for binding. Bought several widths thinking I didn’t buy wide enough. But, nope- just don’t like it

[@shawnk7863]

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[@michealstokes1776]

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