You are a saint, I appreciate you posting this. You are allowing people who want to try gardening for the first time (me) - or, those who simply want to increase the size of their garden - do so regardless of economic status! I NEVER would have thought trying to grow some vegetables would become so expensive... with buying pots, the amount of soil you need to fill them, seeds, a couple hand tools/gloves, and the option of plant fertilizers & feed it all really adds up. Pots are the most expensive item in my experience, and soil being a close second - this is HUGE for me, thank you.
This is exactly what I was looking for! Landscaping fabric makes so much sense! We made an accessible bathroom for my son and I want these on shelves in the shower. It will work even better than pots. Thanks so much
You just saved me a bucketload of money. ^^ I‘m starting gardening this year and considered buying grow bags online. But making them like this beats any of them - and I know what the working conditions were like. 👍
Thank you so much! This video was EXACTLY what I needed. quick and to the point with detailed instructions. I'll be able to plant so much more by making my own bags and saving money!
I've been making the smallest ones to transfer my seedlings into. Planning on making the biggest one for my tomatoes! Really am loving these bags, thank you soo for sharing them!
i can make these from the work pants my son rips out (and i can't fix because it's the crotch and it never looks or fits right if i try to sew it back together.) all those carhartt's and levi's with crotch air conditioning. suddenly repurposed.
I made the large bag using the pattern guide on your website. It was huge. I ended up with two bags after I cut it down to be able to accommodate a tomato plant. I'm not sure what I'll plant in the other one. It's easy once the pieces are cut.
I wish I was better at sewing. I have wanted a large rectangle fabric pot for a long time. one that will easily fit in my 2x4 with a little space all around for air. I dont know if one that large would be sturdy or possible though. my guess it would be close to 40 gallons of soil
Right on!!! Thank you so much. Do you suppose I can get away with using duck cloth or canvas cloth? I'm guessing that it will deteriorate faster maybe in a couple years?
It would depend on the thickness, quality, and any finishes they have. In general, I would expect either fabric to stain and gradually rot. If you experiment, let me know how it goes.
You may not need to. I double the other stuff so it will hold water better and not be so porous. I'd make a sample using a single layer and see what you think.
@@empressofdirt thanks for the reply. Once l openned the package, it seemed so thin and flimsy that i decided to double it. I made 6 and added fun handles out of old tapestry ribbon from many years ago. Love your channel!
Thank you for the great video! Have you or anybody tried making a grow bag out of cotton/canvas? Would it work? I prefer natural material. Do you think it will work?
I like natural materials too but not for this purpose. You should try using a cotton or canvas shopping bag and see what you think. In general, natural materials will not hold enough water in the potting mix, stains show, and the fabric gradually rots.
Just as an fyi, most aquatic plants don't need a pot to grow, just put some rocks over their root mass and it should stay in place. If you just want/have a reason to use a pot, you do you but I have no idea if this fabric would work for such a purpose.
To much pinning, other than the bottom. Nothing is going to move. I think I'll add some lace ends at the top just for fun. Our garden is our front "lawn" area. We can take some bags to the camp for salad ingredients.
0:08 awesome because I have no special skills whatsoever. YOU get a thumbs up. I use staples and a stapler instead of needs. After stitching you just yank them out
You are a saint, I appreciate you posting this. You are allowing people who want to try gardening for the first time (me) - or, those who simply want to increase the size of their garden - do so regardless of economic status! I NEVER would have thought trying to grow some vegetables would become so expensive... with buying pots, the amount of soil you need to fill them, seeds, a couple hand tools/gloves, and the option of plant fertilizers & feed it all really adds up. Pots are the most expensive item in my experience, and soil being a close second - this is HUGE for me, thank you.
You are a great teacher! Slow, steady voice and great video! I’ve been sewing for 53 years and you are the best I’ve seen!
Wow. Thank you.
This is exactly what I was looking for! Landscaping fabric makes so much sense! We made an accessible bathroom for my son and I want these on shelves in the shower. It will work even better than pots. Thanks so much
You just saved me a bucketload of money. ^^
I‘m starting gardening this year and considered buying grow bags online. But making them like this beats any of them - and I know what the working conditions were like. 👍
Thank you so much! This video was EXACTLY what I needed. quick and to the point with detailed instructions. I'll be able to plant so much more by making my own bags and saving money!
Thank you, Collin. Glad you found it helpful.
I was just about ready to purchase 5-gallon buckets for my first container garden. This will work for me. Thanks.
Instead of 4 separate pieces. Use 2 pieces. Fold them each in half. Then use the folded edges as the top of the bag then you won’t have to sew it.
Thanks, easy and inexpensive. Looking forward to 'dirt' season!
Perfect explanation! Thank you very much and may God bless you
Glad you found it helpful. Thank you!
This was amazing. Exactly what I needed. Thank you!
You're right I made a lot already. Thanks for sharing. I wish I knew this before I bought a lot of plastic pots. I'm knew to gardening.
PTL! Exactly what I wanted, thank you for sharing!!
I've been making the smallest ones to transfer my seedlings into. Planning on making the biggest one for my tomatoes! Really am loving these bags, thank you soo for sharing them!
Thank You so much for this great tutorial! I've got an assembly line going this afternoon. 🙂
Great video love it and love listening to your blog cast on Alexa! I listen everyday!
Damn Melissa I just watched a 30min video and didn't fully understand until watch your 4min videos great vid
Thank you! That's my goal.
wonderful...i believe these bags would air-prune the roots...blessings
Thank you, your instruction are very well given I hope to make some great product 🌹
Great video! Thank you for sharing, it's very much appreciated!
THANK YOUUUUUUU!!!!
You are a great teacher!
That was amazing!!
i can make these from the work pants my son rips out (and i can't fix because it's the crotch and it never looks or fits right if i try to sew it back together.) all those carhartt's and levi's with crotch air conditioning. suddenly repurposed.
Great little video. Thank you.
It's so freaking brilliant!
Sure wish you we making more videos.... more often.... love the ones you have made... I'm a subscriber but was not notified of this one...
Thank you!
Thank you very easy instructional video. I love it.🙆
I love this! Thank you so much for sharing!
Love this! About to make one now, thanks again
I made the large bag using the pattern guide on your website. It was huge. I ended up with two bags after I cut it down to be able to accommodate a tomato plant. I'm not sure what I'll plant in the other one. It's easy once the pieces are cut.
You are my Princess!
Thank you
wonderful.
I wish I was better at sewing. I have wanted a large rectangle fabric pot for a long time. one that will easily fit in my 2x4 with a little space all around for air.
I dont know if one that large would be sturdy or possible though. my guess it would be close to 40 gallons of soil
Right on!!! Thank you so much. Do you suppose I can get away with using duck cloth or canvas cloth? I'm guessing that it will deteriorate faster maybe in a couple years?
It would depend on the thickness, quality, and any finishes they have. In general, I would expect either fabric to stain and gradually rot. If you experiment, let me know how it goes.
Do you think that adding the webbing between the 2 layers of each side, and then sewing the top down would make sturdier handles?
Thanks!
Can i use any kind of fabric?
Advice from 10yrs' grow bag manufacturer: please do water more.
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My landscape fabric is 15 year. Would you still recommend doubling the fabric?
You may not need to. I double the other stuff so it will hold water better and not be so porous. I'd make a sample using a single layer and see what you think.
@@empressofdirt thanks for the reply. Once l openned the package, it seemed so thin and flimsy that i decided to double it. I made 6 and added fun handles out of old tapestry ribbon from many years ago. Love your channel!
Thank you for the great video! Have you or anybody tried making a grow bag out of cotton/canvas? Would it work? I prefer natural material. Do you think it will work?
I like natural materials too but not for this purpose. You should try using a cotton or canvas shopping bag and see what you think. In general, natural materials will not hold enough water in the potting mix, stains show, and the fabric gradually rots.
@@empressofdirt OK Thank you!
Hi...love this DIY! Curious if these can be used in the pond for water plants as well?
Hi Susanne, I have no idea. I don't imagine the fabric has been tested that way but if you find out let us know.
Just as an fyi, most aquatic plants don't need a pot to grow, just put some rocks over their root mass and it should stay in place. If you just want/have a reason to use a pot, you do you but I have no idea if this fabric would work for such a purpose.
Thank you! Amazon link for fabric is showing unavailable. Could you recommend anything else please?
Yes: amzn.to/2NC9rsb
Also, you may want to read the article where I describe the materials here:
empressofdirt.net/sew-grow-bags/
Can you recommend a source for landscape fabric that is free from harmful chemicals?
See the article for details about this type of fabric. empressofdirt.net/sew-grow-bags/
Is it okay Non Woven Fabric?.
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To much pinning, other than the bottom. Nothing is going to move. I think I'll add some lace ends at the top just for fun. Our garden is our front "lawn" area. We can take some bags to the camp for salad ingredients.
How the green house gowing
Lol empress of dirt
0:08 awesome because I have no special skills whatsoever. YOU get a thumbs up. I use staples and a stapler instead of needs. After stitching you just yank them out
is landscape fabric breathable?
Yes.
This was amazing. Exactly what I needed. Thank you!