Zipper Bag Tutorial

[@capedoryus]

Thank you very much Randy, Im a 66 year old male who has been using sewing as a form of theapy after loosing everything in Hurricane Irma. This is great. I have collected, thanks Irma, sails and blown out billboards and have made totes and needed a new challage. Excellent video in all aspects. Very much appreciated.

[@dreamhammock]

Thank you very much John

[@socorromusic]

Great video! My first attempt came out fine.
Thanks very much!

[@2010whiteman]

My father was a upholster for 50+ years. He passed a year and a half ago. He gave me his juki sewing machine. I'm determined to take on some diy projects like this one. Thanks for a great videos.

[@jasrenfro9856]

Its been 6 years, hows your juki?

[@swedishpsychopath8795]

@@jasrenfro9856 All talk - no action.

[@heyduff]

You made it look easy...then I popped over to my sewing station and poof! I have a little-zippered bag made from scrap fabric! Thanks Randy!

[@dreamhammock]

You bet Chris

[@normthompson9588]

Hi there it’s a Norm I talked with you about a year ago I am the one with ALS I have bin doing great with learning from you my doctors love it The are no starting to get other people to get sewing to help keep fingers and arms going thanks but just want to make sure you no you greatly appreciated Norm

[@dreamhammock]

That's awesome Norm. I'm very glad to hear this video may have helped you and others.

[@michellefreeman623]

I really enjoyed your video. I also loved the heat cutter. I have absolutely no knowledge of what else it is used for but, dang, I sure want one now!!! :)

[@lisaadorns9022]

I liked when you said: "you don't need to be terribly accurate". LOL. That's me not terrible accurate".

[@dannyl2598]

Thanks Randy.
I have watched this video several times and the other day I finally made a couple of these bags. I am amazed at how well they turned out.
Thanks again for teaching me.

[@dreamhammock]

You bet Danny and thank you.

[@dars77mercs]

Thanks for the video. Love your work ❤

[@taskinner3715]

Very nice video Randy glade there was no background music sound was great. A very nice project. I will try one thank you.

[@dreamhammock]

Thanks and good luck with your project.

[@lisear2926]

I made an 18th century floor length coat and not for the life of me could I figure out how to make a square bag... until I watched your video - that is. Thanks Randy. I'm off and running ☺️
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[@inn0vator535]

Made one today. Started with a 7.5" by 8.75" ripstop lining and camo denim outer fabric. Had a 7" zipper from hobby lobby. Learned a lot. Thanks a bunch for the video! Wish I could post the picture.

[@dreamhammock]

Awesome. I'm glad it worked out well for you.

[@nursenightengale7519]

HE'S A BAD MAMMAJAMMA WITH HIS SEWING MACHINE!! YOU BETTER GET MAN!!!🤩

[@ellenkinsel2198]

Great video. I've watched it several times, and today finally had the opportunity to complete a small project. Some closeups of the presser foot on the fabric would have saved me sewing the zipper with the teeth facing out out instead of in toward the center of the fabric on the first stitching of zipper to fabric. Good thing they were short lines for ripping out! I used a 12" separating zipper but will look for the #3 coil zipper and sliders when I am in the big city. I'll be making more of these!

[@karenboyd6293]

I enjoyed your tutorial. I have made many of this bag style but never in nylon. The other things I don't do is use a double pull zipper. My suggestion is to install a handle at one end or the other. Just cut a 1 1/2 strip by 5 inches. Fold in half with right sides together and stitch to make a tube. Then trim and turn right side out. You should have about a 1/2 strap. I often cut out my corners before sewing them, so I slip this stap between two corners, and when I stitch there is a handy strap to carry it with or for unzipping. With a two head zipper you might want to put one on each end.

[@Knittyneeds]

Oh wow. That was truly THE BEST tutorial for zipper pouches. I loved the result of the heat cutter so accurate and the seams were PERFECT with no frayed edges. It's the first time I saw one. The double zip was a great tip. just in case the pouch was sewn without pulling back the zip at least the two sliders left a tiny space to pull the zips apart. Installing the two parts of the zip separately was a genius idea. FANTASTIC loved the video tutorial from the beginning to end and loved YOUR SOFT VOICE too. 😀💕👍👍👍 Thanks for sharing and caring.

[@dreamhammock]

Thank you very much.

[@Knittyneeds]

Dream Hammock LLC
THANKYOU 💕

[@thipdeepunturat89]

very.good.thank.you.very.much

[@DK-wx8bq]

Thank you sir. First box/bag for me so took a bit to keep up but with some perseverance - success!!

[@mambakind]

This video is still inspiring sewers (me) more than two years later! Thanks!

[@randysmith1283]

Thank you very much Sarah.

[@kathyhenderson2437]

Hi, Randy. What a great tutorial. I don't have a zipper like yours. The zipper that I would like to use a sort of a chunky resin zipper that is closed at the bottom. I'm going to see if I can figure out how to incorporate that zipper into my bag, but I really learned a lot about constructing this type of bag through your tutorial and I appreciate it

[@shalomkiwi2006]

I just posted this video to a sewing group on Facebook and we're all loving your video! :D Very impressive. Thank you for sharing this.

[@dreamhammock]

Great news. I'm glad you folks found it useful.

[@IMOO1896]

That was super quick and easy. Thanks!

[@ladyamalthia7688]

Ive been making a few box bags... never thought to use the rip stop material. So nice and light weight for sure. I also like how you measured the corners.

[@redoleary4]

Thanks Randy, used these instructions to make a shaving kit bag, couldn't have done it without you.

[@dreamhammock]

Redoleary, good to hear from you. I'm glad you found this one useful.

[@WrightLisgar]

Great video. Thank you.

[@markfrerichs]

Simple, Concise and to the point, Thanx Randy,

[@phoozchic]

Pretty cool little tool/gadget bag! Thanks for sharing.
Will try this in canvas weight/heavier zipper and use it for small tools.

[@jimcapp5077]

Thanks. This just increased my appreciation for the work and skilled involved in making such goods.

[@sarannapolis]

Excellent tutorial. Clear and concise. Thanks.

[@seemarajderkar3019]

Hello Slr. The box pouch tutorial was very well demonstrated by you.It looks so easy. Now,I will make one, to use while travelling,to keep my things in . Thanks.

[@LinglebellsRock]

I LOVE the" Sass-o-meter" in the background! Great project!

[@dreamhammock]

Sass is something we never run low on here in the workshop.

[@Puukko79]

Awesome. This is going to be one of my first Orpheum, I think. Your instruction makes me feel confident.

[@Rayzer2368]

Guess who's going to finally have a shaving kit that accommodates ALL of his stuff without having to stand on it to get it zipped shut? Thank you a ton!

[@geridine1]

Great Video. It shows how easy it can be to make one of these! Thank you!

[@dmmdmm5435]

I thank you my friend ! I'll be making accessory pouches out of heavy canvas for my multitude of tig welding accessories. Its too easy to get parts mixed up with the many different torches i have.

[@lisaadorns9022]

I love seeing men sewing, knitting, crochet. It's very commendable. Very cool.

[@brookekimball3555]

I used this to make a new bag for my tent and it worked great, thank you for the video!!

[@dreamhammock]

You're certainly welcome Brooke.

[@connorcanvas7910]

What a great video! Wonderful explanation on how to make the bag. Get sewing people!

[@dreamhammock]

Thank you very much.

[@belindaleighfrazier8165]

Thankyou Randy, Very good explainations to help me. Happy New Year.

[@jkrjhn8]

Great video!

[@oldtoolsniper]

Just wanted to say Thank-you. I enjoyed followed along and I had success on my very first one.

[@dreamhammock]

Awesome. Thank you very much.

[@travisdiller6879]

very nice! I really like that cutter! I would love to make bags! big and small!

[@preacherman9018]

Hi Randy!
Good easy project that would make a good gift for friends or family. Rather than spend a bunch of money for things that might not be appreciated, this year I think I'll make some bags and gear that anyone can use as I learn how to put a vintage Kenmore to use.

[@dreamhammock]

You know, I'll cherish a personal and thoughtful handmade item over a purchased one every time. Good luck with your projects this Christmas season.

[@preacherman9018]

@@dreamhammock The nice thing about your business model is that you take that idea and your talent to hand make customized "hanging beds" and accessories. People can use them 8 hours every night and appreciate that they are personally designed, then made by an American craftsman. The Lord bless you Randy. ☕🙂👍

[@Waldlaeufer70]

Thank you very much. This looks quite easy. Maybe, my first little project with a zipper.

[@dreamhammock]

Thank you. Good luck with your projects.

[@Max-vc2rn]

Thanks for the well explained tutorial. I will definitely be making these bags.

[@daveedwards6567]

Nice video 👍 Thankyou

[@Diegoflyboy]

Thank you for this project I just bought a machine and made a stretchy pouch for my micrscope glasses. I like the 4 cornner pouch better so I'm going to make this for it. I also like the hot knife Im going to get one I have a piece of marble I could cut on. Keep em coming. Nice work on the video.

[@garygerard4290]

Real nice work, well explained - thank you.
I've subbed.

[@davidbock201]

HOLY SMOKES! Randy, my wife got me a sewing machine for Christmas, scared to death of that machine. I'd rather take on a bear with a stick. Saw this, decided to go for it. Sweet Blueberry Pancakes on a Snowing Morn... It worked. I did it.. HA HA!!
This is so awesome! It's so cool to think, "Hey I need a ______", and just bust one out!

[@rich-f-in-tx6388]

That's the funniest thing I've read today.

[@catherinegreen7003]

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[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Thanks Rand for the clear demonstration. Looking forward to making some of these.

[@cwfan2]

Looks good! I've never heard of a heat knife before.

[@m00ms8777]

thanks for an excellent video, im kinda new to sewing and my go to bags was drawsting bags but will now be your box bag!! thanks for making this video

[@KuntryRD]

Nice project! I can see a few of these in my DIY plans. Thanks for sharing.

[@dreamhammock]

+KuntryRD You bet. These are pretty handy to have around.

[@janegoodwin1823]

Loved the Cattiwampus.... Might not be spelled like that, but I grew up with words like that. :)

[@cuclee9879]

That's great idea! thank you so much.

[@slowhike]

Thanks Randy. Very well-done tutorial. I'm not sure if I have met you at some point. I'm Slowhike on HF and I've been organizing the Grayson Highlands Fall Festival, in VA, for about 12 years now. I also help organize the Mt Rogers Area Winter Hang as well. I've only herd good things about you. Hope to run into you some day.

[@dreamhammock]

Hi Tim,
I'm thinking we did indeed meet at Watoga SP in WVa a few years back. Hope you are doing well. I really love getting out to many of the different hangs, but it's always a struggle to find enough time to go I'm afraid. I also hope to meet up with you one of these weekends.

[@slowhike]

@@dreamhammock Yes, that's the only MAHA I've been too. Hope to see you again. Keep up the good work!

[@jackofalltrades9746]

Bugger! Another skill I have to find time to conquer, thank you

[@alejandroamariles8798]

Muchas gracias, excelente tutorial

[@muktsakitjoseph8961]

Thanks Randy, I just made this one for storing my paracord, makes it easier to locate in my Alice Pack.
I just recently bought the Heavy Duty 4452 Singer sewing machine. And this was my first to make with this machine. Once again thank you.

[@Reegan86]

Awesome. Great job on the video too. Please make more tutorials

[@geekfreak4840]

Smart way of working thank you for information and step by step job

[@Leti1971]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 😊

[@nedsled2994]

Thanks, nice easy to follow instructions

[@GabeCuello]

This was great, man. Simple and effective instructions.

[@DovetailKitchens]

A really nice project thank you.

[@bvulgarin76]

Thank you Sir! Really nice job, I’m going to try it!

[@TuskegeeDan]

Good job Andy.

[@CALABEHRA]

Enjoyed the video very much,Thank You Sir for the view.I can`t wait to watch more vids of Dream Hammock maker.
Subscribed and liked already

[@kevinrico1194]

Thanks Randy appreciate the tips! Great video.

[@myrachan5035]

Thank you for showing your demonstration, you showed it seem easy, and I will try it！

[@Mesagsp]

Fantastic video. Great information that I will put to use.

[@MrJungst]

Awesome !

[@hatemalfiqi4582]

Wooooow great work 😍

[@equip2survive]

Fantastic video!! Can't wait to try this!!

[@napsackhammocks7456]

Great stuff Randy, thanks for sharing

[@repalmore]

I like your tutorial and think its well done. I hope you don't mind if I make a suggestion. if you put another camera (GoPro?) on the back side of the sewing machine giving a close up of what is being sewn that would be great. Seeing the what your doing in the sewing machine helps me anyway. Maybe some others might like it also maybe? Keep up the good work and thank you again.

[@dreamhammock]

Thanks. I'll keep that in mind for next time.

[@sandythomas9714]

Going to do this bag right now,, hi from Jamaica

[@charlesfaulkner8653]

Excellent video. Very easy to follow the steps.

[@BosomBuddyCreations]

WOW you made it all look so easy! Thanks for putting this up!

[@stoneblue1795]

Nice job brother. Fun to have some guy-projects to try out.

[@hazelblair6634]

i love to see men sewing and actaily making things of use. i am going to look and see what else you have been making. oh and by the way. that machine sounds sew sweet.

[@deetee-uk]

Great vid and just what I need for storing my camo bits and pieces. Just one question...if I make a bigger bag are the corners still 3" or do I need to make them bigger - thanks

[@dreamhammock]

That dimension will increase as the bag gets larger. The easiest way is just to fold the corners and see what you need. Good luck with your projects.

[@li1ricky]

I use a soldering gun instead of heat knife. Not as handy as a heat knife, but gets the job done.

[@brucelee12]

If it works, it ain't stupid.

[@smallfootprint2961]

Amazing.

[@janicecaro5042]

Hi there. I enjoyed you video very much. I also make bags but yours seems so easy. I will have to try making one this week. I am interested in seeing how you lined and made the other bag more sturdy. Is there a video coming soon on the lined bag?

[@shovington67]

Thanks for your tutorial. This is great!

[@Palmetto705]

Thanks, going to make one myself

[@callurmomsheworries3266]

Pretty cool! Thanks!

[@PhantomKobra]

Amazing tutorial

[@kc8ljmcopier567]

Great video Papa Smurf, another Item on my wish list or honey do list

[@sayarnahata201]

Thank you it is great easy way video

[@markboomershine5072]

Great informative video Papa Smurf

[@panchaguzman3719]

I like this because it's camouflage

[@andrewkeene6429]

Hot knife sales just shot through the roof!

[@sharzanco]

شكرا لك Thank you from Saudi Arabia

[@MadTurtleCreek]

Awesome bag!

[@dreamhammock]

+Shane Bowman Thanks Shane.

[@JoanAmbiEspinosa]

Thank you for this video! I will try to make one of this!

[@meyouandmaggietoo8749]

Excellent video Randy. I know there is some sort of math to determine what size blank you need to get the size box bag you are wanting. Would you be able to share that?
I love the bag. Probably wouldn't want to use it for hiking or camping but it would sure make a great possibles bag for toiletry items etc. Hope to make one for my son and a few buddies, and of course, myself.

[@dreamhammock]

+MeyouandMaggietoo
Side + side + bottom + top + 2" for zippers = width of blank
Length + side + 2ish for seams and cleaning up ends = length of blank
Example: If you want an 18" long bag having 6" sides, top & bottom
6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 2ish = 26"
18 + 6 + 2ish = 26"

[@anitanorris718]

Where can I find the sliders

[@randysmith1283]

Here's where I suggest. ripstopbytheroll.com/collections/ykk-zippers/products/ykk-coil-slider

[@meyouandmaggietoo8749]

Dream Hammock LLC Very helpful. The daughter is wanting to learn to "sew". This will be something fun for her to make for her friends. I see them as pencil marker bags for her artsy friends.

[@highwarlok]

Hopefully you get a referral from RSBTR :)

[@rmcdaniel423]

What model Juki are you using here? The one in your Juki DDL video has a standard reverse lever over on the right, at the base of the pillar, but here you are conveniently back-tacking with reverse with your thumb right there under the head of the machine. It's always cool to see what machines the pros are using.

[@dreamhammock]

This one is a Juki 8700-7 and our other machines are the Juki 8700 without any computer controls.

[@coastalsewist4726]

Great video! What is your template made of? I have a heat knife and want to make templates out of something I'm not afraid to put the heat knife next to...thank you!

[@dreamhammock]

1/8" hardboard or Masonite

[@davesimons7896]

What kind of table is the cutting table? I am getting into some custom sewing i.e. tarps bike frame bags and that would be a slick set up. Also, is that a Juki 8700 machine?

[@dustoff499]

I'm fairly certain it's a metal sheet on top of a support but have no idea what the thickness is. I could be wrong I often am.

[@rahalati]

Thanks, nicely explained. But how do you decide the dimension (length x width) of the fabric if you want the finished bag to be of a certain dimension?

[@dreamhammock]

To determine the starting dimensions of your fabric:
length + height + about 1inch = starting length
(2 x height) + (2 x width) + 1 inch = starting width
These are rough measurements so you may have to adjust slightly to suit your needs.

[@rahalati]

@@dreamhammock To get you right, could you please plug these figures into you r formula (I want the bag to be roughly 12 x 4 inches)

[@dreamhammock]

@@rahalati Start with a piece of fabric approx 17 x 17 and see where that gets you.