The Logi Pouch - Full zipper pouch tutorial with free PDF pattern

[@janbanks3264]

Best zipper pull installation tutorial EVER!!! Thank you!

[@OKSew474]

Thanks so much! Glad it helped. :)

[@MargieBowles]

You are such a great instructor with your precise and clear instructions!! A great little pouch for a mans shaving equipment using your faux animal print! Thank you😁🌺

[@OKSew474]

Thanks so much! ☺️

[@MEC03]

Wow! This pouch was shared in one of my Facebook groups so I had to take a look. Can't wait to make a few. Thanks to you and Logan!

[@OKSew474]

Thank you Martha! I have seen a few around myself, it’s so fun seeing everyone’s Logis! Can’t wait to see yours.

[@Heartangels6]

Loved the pattern easy and so cute. I did add heat transfer vinyl to the back. Thank you for the tutorial. ❤

[@OKSew474]

You are most welcome! HTV is such a fun addition!

[@nancygreer2263]

Such a great little pouch and tutorial! Best zipper tape instruction method I've seen. Glad I found your channel, newbie here gathering supplies and this pattern will be perfect for all the sheet vinyl I have. Looking forward to your other options videos😀

[@OKSew474]

Thanks Nancy! The other options are all available now! kzbin.info/aero/PLDyfRoj9hRdOzcMIbmk-Phrw5cUxdnS3Y&si=vhMrDXqsJ1BwcLq0

[@jayneevanderheym352]

I love your videos. You explain so well. Love this bag so cute😊 Thank you. Happy 🧵 Sewing.

[@dionetaylor931]

Fantastic I’m going to try this one ❤️

[@Karen626]

Such a handy, cute pouch! Thanks so much for the patten and the tutorial.

[@csbollard2698]

love making these bags, all versions, I still struggle with the zippers but will continue trying!

[@OKSew474]

Thank you! What about the zippers is giving you a bit of trouble? Perhaps I can help.

[@Heartangels6]

I just found your tutorials recently and have learned so many techniques. You show so many tips and very informative. Thank you very much.

[@OKSew474]

You are most welcome! Thank you for watching. :)

[@2010klucas]

Thank You for sharing your knowledge about making the pouch. You are a great instructor!😊

[@deyaniradiaz2786]

Thank you so much for your time making a great tutorial. Thought of some questions but they were all answered on the comments!! THANKS!!

[@petgiam1156]

You care so clear and precise! Thank you!

[@patanco13]

Great detailed video. I just bought some Jelly Vinyl just to have on hand and now I have a pattern! Yippee!

[@Heart2HeartCreations]

Thank you! Such a cute little bag!

[@Mary-hn9hd]

This is awesome. Thank you for sharing the sewing pattern. I'm excited to try it out! ❤🎉😀

[@OKSew474]

Thanks Mary!

[@loganbarraza8005]

Logi Bear, is such a cute nickname, Im glad i found your channel on youtube, Was looking for something cool to make thanks for this great video! Hope you keep posting! Happy Holidays you and your Logi Bear Lol, I call my Son Jonah Bear hes so cuddly lol

[@stargazer4835]

Thank you for a great tutorial on an excellent pouch. Cant wait to try it with your free pattern.

[@OKSew474]

You’re most welcome!

[@v.r.sumner9693]

Thanks! Love the pattern and can't wait to make it!

[@suerush704]

Thank you so much what a cute pouch! I Love it!!! 💕

[@OKSew474]

Thank you Sue!

[@CorvoArmonia]

I love this pattern so much!

[@OKSew474]

Thank you! 😊

[@deborahperez2487]

thank you so much for sharing your pattern...it's awesome! and your tutorial is just fantastic!

[@OKSew474]

Thanks so much! 🥰

[@carydelano5484]

This tutorial is perfect, THANKS!

[@p.kathleenshigemi5658]

Excellent tutorial.

[@lorriepetrie9412]

Thank you for this cute pattern. But im wondering if u have a video of this with a lining?

[@OKSew474]

I do! There are two version with lining, one turned here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aminnnZunMx9o5Ysi=C30hdvAn5UYSOoH4 and one that uses a hybrid method with a small amount of binding here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXeriWinn6eNgbssi=oxqiPggTYgQASqXI

[@marywagner5088]

I am excited to try your pattern, but I am wondering if you could tell the name of your melting tool and possibly where you purchased it. Thank you for being so helpful and sharing your knowledge with us. 😊

[@OKSew474]

Hi Mary! It is a thread zapper, I chat about the two I have here and there are links in the video description: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXy0got5bM6Gi8ksi=twe08cKcuhHJOvD_

[@lonemuchow3900]

thank you, will have to make one .

[@Wrightn221]

I love this pattern. Thanks for sharing it with us. Can I use pinking shears for the curves instead of making triangles?

[@OKSew474]

Hi! You can definitely use pinking shears for the curves in your fabric/vinyl if you don’t cut too close to your stitch line; however I would not recommend pinking shears to help shape curve of the zipper as you run a greater risk of it unraveling. If you do decide to try it I would be liberal with the fray check and/or a lighter to seal the edges but the zipper tape integrity will be better maintained with small snips than pinking shears.

[@Wrightn221]

@@OKSew474 Ok Thanks so much

[@laurum1318]

So beautiful! Thank you! ❤

[@raha3294]

مرسی بابت آموزش خوبتون ❤️❤❤....فقط ای کاش الگوکشی کار رو هم آموزش میداد

[@amandaschreiber8148]

Hi Nicole, Thank you for sharing this pattern! I was wondering if you (or anyone else) has experienced issues with their zipper tape fraying after regular use. I've always heard not to snip into your tape, and even with melting and fray check, it makes me nervous!

[@OKSew474]

Hi Amanda! I have not had any trouble, making sure to keep my snips about 1/8-3/16” and applying fray check, but it does matter what the weave of your zipper is like. This video from designer Spencer Ogg has a great explanation that may reassure you, it is well worth the watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGTLZmScoN6CpJYsi=14eNyIaoLn2au9-5

[@amandaschreiber8148]

@@OKSew474 Thank you SO much for sharing this video. Very informative. I feel much better about selling any bags where I need to snip a zip. Also, I love your skill builder and helpful tip videos! I'm always looking to learn and make my craft stronger, and your videos are a great resource.

[@debraandrews5568]

Thank You, OKSew, You are a Great Instructor.

[@encarnacionada2]

Great tutorial ❤ love it 🌹 I'm about to make this beautiful bag 🌹 thank you for the pattern and for sharing . One thing what is the name that cool gadget tool that you use to melt the thread. I love to purchase one 🤗

[@OKSew474]

I love my thread zapper! It is a beading tool. In this video I am using the Thread Zap II but I have since started using a different one that is rechargeable rather than using batteries as the thread zap goes through them very quickly. This is the one I use now: Etcokei USB Thread Burner Zap... www.amazon.com/dp/B0C23V8W9M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@jenpatterson8309]

Thank you ❤

[@porkchop8542]

Great project thanks!

[@OKSew474]

You are very welcome!

[@susanlaino6908]

Just found your videos and enjoy them. You are very clear in your instructions. Could you please share what brand of double-sided tape and the size you recommend? Also, what size needle? Thank you!

[@OKSew474]

Thank you Susan! I use 1/8” double sided tape, this is the one I get: a.co/d/7Yv1ITv The needle type will vary depending on your specific machine and the materials you are using, so I definitely recommend experimenting on scraps before starting a new project, but I almost always use an 8/12 universal needle with success on my machine so that is what I start with; then if it is not working for thicker layers of vinyl I will switch up a 9/14 microtex needle.

[@susanlaino6908]

@@OKSew474 thank you SEW much!

[@frapatch]

Thank you for this great tutorial and for the free pattern. Love it! I do have a question, please. What size zipper is best for this? # 3 or #5?

[@OKSew474]

Thank you! I prefer size 5 for this but size 3 will work if it’s what you have on hand. :)

[@Wnderlnd]

I'd like to use your pattern to make a taller logi pouch for my toiletries when I travel. Do you have any directions for making a change like that rather than just enlarging it by a percentage? I don't want a wider base, just taller. Thank you! I am using a printed clear vinyl and binding with FOE.

[@OKSew474]

Hi! Are you able to PM me via my Facebook page? I unfortunately can’t reply with pictures here, I think that will be the easiest way to demonstrate how to adjust just the height. I do have this on my list of quick videos to make but that doesn’t help you right at this moment!

[@OKSew474]

Made a skill builder to answer your question! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rH-xiqSYnbiHeKMsi=0zoXXXKnZI0BFwTz

[@janettesartmood]

Just starting out with bag making. Do you have a good source for Bag Tags? BTW, I love your tutorials, been working my way through a lot of them 😊

[@OKSew474]

Thank you! I get my cork tags from AllThisWood on Etsy, my colored tags were printed on a 1 yard cut of vinyl by K&A custom fabrics and I cut the individual tags with a rotary cutter. Both have their place - I like the cork for bigger/more labor intensive/expensive bags, the colored tags are very affordable per tag so they are perfect for small items where it is hard to absorb that cost.

[@janettesartmood]

@@OKSew474 Thank you. I'm checking out the cork tags. I also looked at the K&A Custom Fabric site, but can't quite figure out how to get the fabric tags.

[@OKSew474]

I ordered through their Facebook group, they created a custom listing on the website for me to checkout; if you aren’t in the group you could try contacting them through their website? You send them your logo and they will do the layout to your specifications and send it back to you for approval.

[@janettesartmood]

@@OKSew474 Thanks, that sounds a lot easier, I will try that. 😊

[@sutela2060]

Thank you so much for your good video tutorial ❤ what is it called the one you use to burn your end treads??

[@OKSew474]

You are most welcome! It is a thread zapper. I use a rechargeable one now, I compare both here: Thread Zapper - OKSew Favourite Things kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXy0got5bM6Gi8k

[@p.kathleenshigemi5658]

Thank you. I tend to have trouble applying the zipper slider. What thread to you use when sewing with vinyl or faux leather?

[@OKSew474]

The sliders do take practice! I use Gutermann 100% polyester thread, usually Mara 100 but sometimes I use Mara 70 for top stitching.

[@marinad164]

Many thanks for the tutorial. Can you put a link for the pen you use to trim and melt the strings?

[@OKSew474]

This might be useful, I’ve changed the one I use recently! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXy0got5bM6Gi8ksi=9dgncMEP19TPUta_

[@jennykeen630]

Enjoyed the video, thank you. What is the thread sealer thing called you use, please

[@OKSew474]

Hi Jenny! Thank you! It’s a Thread Zap II, it’s a beading tool. The one I’m using here takes AA batteries and goes through them quickly, so while I love it as a tool I now use this rechargeable one: Etcokei USB Thread Burner Zap... www.amazon.com/dp/B0C23V8W9M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@juliast.jean-capuano5312]

Love this! What are the finished dimensions?

[@OKSew474]

Hi! Thank you. :) When finished it measures approximately 8” wide, 4” tall, 3.5” deep. Several people have also changed the percentage to make it bigger or smaller, 120% seems to be quite popular if the original size is too small.

[@monicasantos8233]

I have a few days to play and really wanted to sew something fast and fabulous! This is the one. Can you tell me where you get that mini hot knife? I looked on Amazon, but didn’t see one like yours.

[@OKSew474]

Hi Monica! I actually get asked this a lot so yesterday I made a quick little video about the thread zappers that will be up this afternoon, maybe even before you see this reply, but here are the links - This is the one I’m using in the Logi video: BeadSmith Cordless Thread Zapper... www.amazon.com/dp/B001HBXOUY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share I go into more detail in the video I’m uploading now if it is of interest to you, but the take away is both are good however I switched to using this bottom one a few months ago: Etcokei USB Thread Burner Zap... www.amazon.com/dp/B0C23V8W9M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@OKSew474]

Here’s the video in case you wanted to hear my thoughts before committing to anything: Thread Zapper - OKSew Favourite Things kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXy0got5bM6Gi8k

[@monicasantos8233]

@@OKSew474 that's great. thank you so much.

[@MegaCocoa23]

My zipper-by-the-yard doesn't have cute zipper pulls like yours. Where do you get those, please?

[@OKSew474]

I get my pulls from a few different places; I like myhandmadespace, Emmaline, fireweed stitches and wizardry stitchery are ones I have bought from multiple times!

[@kimbenson118]

I just made this pouch and I cut 1 inch strips of vinyl and used it to bind the seams-- did not add any bulk and covers the ends of the zipper..

[@OKSew474]

I’m actually about to film a quick video showing this option!! So great you found that solution to the raw seams some people don’t like.

[@knitrn56]

What needle 'type' and size do you use with the Mara 100? thank you - great tutorial.

[@OKSew474]

I perhaps surprisingly use a universal 12/80 needle for almost all of my sewing. I experimented with many different needle types & sizes and for my particular machine that is what has consistently given me the best result. I used bigger and/or sharper needles as is often recommended for bags and especially vinyl, but none gave me as good of a result as a boring old organ needle. I definitely suggest experimenting with similar material type & thickness to work out what works best for you, it can be so variable!

[@knitrn56]

@@OKSew474 Thank you for that hellpful explanation. You are right about variability between machine, fabric, thread, needle and size.

[@meena_RN]

Where is the anatomical heart vinyl from?

[@OKSew474]

That one is cotton woven, it’s from Geek Garden Fabric!

[@dionetaylor931]

Where do you get your your tags please?

[@OKSew474]

Here are the links! Cork Tags: www.etsy.com/shop/AllThisWood (It looks they are on break until October 2024) Coloured Vinyl Tags: facebook.com/share/hytNF7fgTMp8SEXX/?mibextid=K35XfP

[@claudette1582]

What weight of vinyl/faux leather should I be looking for? Is marine vinyl (Joanns) too heavy/thick? Thanks

[@OKSew474]

Marine vinyl works well! Up to a millimeter thick should be easy enough to work with, thicker than that it will depend on your experience, thinner than marine vinyl will still work but be less structured and may be better suited to one of the lined versions.

[@claudette1582]

@@OKSew474 Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. I appreciate your thorough reply. This gives me a better idea of what I should seek.

[@nightwingcreations]

I would put a staple on the zipper tape ends to stop it coming off.

[@OKSew474]

Great tip!

[@lauramiddleton2709]

And where do you buy your vinyl, I think I already asked sorry if repeated.

[@OKSew474]

I get a lot of my vinyl from Geek Garden Fabric, but I also use clear vinyl from MyHandmadeSpace and a few different Amazon stores (David Angie, Hyang, XHT); for faux leather vinyl I also like Emmaline, oh so pretty, and mypunkbroidery.

[@glendatoledo48]

Do you have a vendor who sells your Logi Pouch as an acrylic template?

[@OKSew474]

Not at the moment, but it’s something I can look into in the future if there is interest!

[@kschallert3569]

Excellent!

[@dianekaethler2370]

Where do I find the pattern?

[@OKSew474]

Hi Diane! If you click the full video description there is a google drive link to the pdf for you to download.

[@astrokitten3686]

Oh no!! Snipping the zipper will cause zippers to fray and pull out of the seam. I strongly suggest never doing that. Otherwise, this is a fabulous pattern! Thank you for sharing!

[@OKSew474]

Thanks for the feedback! It is certainly optional to snip the zipper but in order to get the shape I was going for and have an even zipper I felt it was necessary for this pattern. You are absolutely correct, snipping the zipper can cause it to fray, especially those horrible striped ones 😱, but thankfully with short snips and the fray check I haven’t had any problems with the minimal amount of stress on the zipper in this pattern or those from other designers where snipping is called for in any bags I have made over the years. 🤞