I'm making a more advanced pouch system, but this is 100% more knowledge then I had previous. Thanks for the video man. I haven't used a sewing machine in 18 years lol. Just Figuring what to do first is complicated lol. Again ty.
Love Molle attachments but a word of caution. Add a security strap to attach pouches like these to back packs. I lost my phone, cash, all ID, etc., when my pouch came loose and dropped overboard when taking a dingy from dock to boat. Might seem like overkill but that will add another layer of security for the contents.
Wow, that's a tough loss! Good advice, I haven't had any issues with the MOLLE sticks (although I honestly have't carried a bag with MOLLE attachments in years now), but the ease with which pouches can be detached is definitely a double-edged sword. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Yup, I do these too. Another thing I've found useful is to finish the seams like you said but also use edge tape and or bias so I can machine wash them confidently and now they will hold up. Love your videos-- I'm doing all the same stuff. Another thing you may like brother, and you may of heard of them, is cobra buckles. They are made in different size and finishes for scuba and parachute applications-- but give a really serious and high end look to personal projects. They come at a premium of 13 to 25 dollars a buckle though!! Between hook and loop Velcro-- webbing and Cordura in 500d and 1000d and now the Kryptek camos I have so many things I want to do but have to try and not stretch myself to thin. I like making medical bags and trauma kits and hiking packs and MOLLE pouches. Thanks for your videos.
+Justin Butler Thanks, man! Yeah, I'm familiar with Cobra buckles, but haven't pulled the trigger on them yet. I have a couple of bags in the pipeline that might be worth splurging on some for. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hello from North Wales UK. Thanks for all the videos, my story is very similar to yours, my wife got me into sewing too. I'm hooked on machines! Just bought a Bernina (bit disappointed if I'm honest!). I'm thinking of industrial machine, so thanks for the tips and information, very useful. Like the little walking foot machine. Unfortunately machines a quite a bit more expensive in the UK - and postage eek! I'll keep a look out for your new stuff. Thanks for taking the time and trouble!
+colin101981 Hey, thank YOU for watching and commenting! Sorry to hear you're disappointed with your Bernina. They generally have a good reputation, but I have no experience personally. I HIGHLY recommend seeking machines from the 1960s or earlier, and I bet there are plenty of old Singers in the UK! If you're thinking industrial, you might check out my series of videos, "Do you need an industrial sewing machine." I just picked one up myself, and if you can find the right machine at the right price, it's a pretty nice improvement (based on my limited experience, at least!). Thanks again for watching, and keep us posted on your sewing experiences!
Nice video. Just a suggestion, perhaps you could do a bit of narrative that would provide tips or tricks for sewing the smaller parts, like the side, to help us noobs. The narrow parts are very challenging for me. Any advice would be appreciated.
Hi! This video is from quite a while ago, and I probably need to shoot a new version (unfortunately, I can't go back and add narration to an existing video). I agree, more information would help. I'll put it on the list! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great video ... I'll be sure to watch the others now . I got bitten by the bug too ... now i own a newish domestic machine , a 57' janome that's great and a compound stitching machine that's awesome for think stitching leather . Next will be a post bed machine for shoes . Thanks from AUS !!! CHEERS
thejasonofalltrades ... no need to thank me , you're the one going to all the effort making the vids , and making the use of sewing machines a MANLY pursuit !!!! So thankyou , very much !! Cheers again
Hi! This machine (Thompson Mini-Walking foot, no longer available new, but the Sailrite Ultrafeed is a newer version of the same machine) is sort of a miniature industrial machine. While not a true industrial, it provides a lot of capability in a portable machine. I have reviews of this machine and the Sailrite on my channel if you'd like to know more. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I don't do a lot of hand stitching, but it will definitely add significantly to the time it takes to make something like this. That said, that actual sewing is only part of the process, and if you are adept at hand sewing, you might get through a small project like this one relatively quickly. A machine it likely a better way to do it, and if you have access to a machine and a desire to make other things, I would encourage you to learn the machine side of things, but having hand sewing skills is a big plus!
Hi just checking it’s Norm the guy with ALS that checks in every so often I had a question for because I am sewing on a very tight budget with all my medical costs so question is do you think I could make a hot knife out of a electric soldering gun by bending a pcs of coat hanger and take out the one that comes in the gun I need to fig out a cut the sun something cloth or any ideas of a different way thank s so much for your help each time
Hi Norm, I don't know much about electrical tools, so I can't advise you on the soldering iron - although some irons have a wide cutting blade that you could use if you have one or can get one that fits the iron you have. I still have your email address, I'll email you with some other ideas!
How do you determine how long to make the middle portion of the pouch that has the zipper . If im building a 5x5 pouch with 1/4 in seam allowance . I cut the material to 5 1/4in right? Should the middle piece be 20 inches? I tend to have either slightly longer or shorter than needed zippers sections . Am i doing it right ? Any info would be appreciated
Hi! If your piece is 5x5 with 1/4" seam allowance, it needs to be cut to 5 1/2" to have a 1/4" allowance on each side (so 5.5"x5.5"). I typically don't measure the middle piece with the zipper, I just finish one end and baste it in place all the way around to determine the actual length it needs to be. You should have two pieces making up the "zipper plaque,' a bottom piece and the assembly including the zipper that goes around as far as you want it to open. How big each of those is depends on how far down you want the zipper to open. I try to err on making the zipper section too long, it's a lot easier to make it shorter than to make it longer! I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
I don’t think i caught it in the video but what material are you useing I’m wanting to make some Molle gear for my self but can’t seam to find material locally durable enough and don’t want to spend $100 for material online and it be wrong
Hi Austin, sorry for the delay in replying! The fabric I used for this pouch is 1000D Cordura nylon, and the webbing I recommend for PALS/MOLLE is Mil-Spec 17337 (Jontay.com is one source I've bought from). Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Hi Colton, I don't, but I probably should! Sailrite and The Thread Exchange both have some good information on the subject you might find helpful in the meantime. I'm pretty bad about needles. I tend to use the same thread (nylon in size V69, mostly) and similar fabrics (1000D Cordura, 1680D ballistic nylon, and a few others), so I don't change needles that often. Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
I'm trying to make a set of MOLLE gear for long hikes and what not What kind of material do you use? Cordura? what ever it is, how thick should the fabric be?
Hi Josh, I recommend using 1000 denier Cordura (or other ballistic nylon, Cordura is a brand name and is most common) for the exterior. If you choose to have a lining, you can use 500 denier, or even a lighter fabric. Since it's for hiking, you could use lighter fabric in and out, but you'll have to be concerned about durability vs. weight. Additionally, a lighter-weight fabric might affect how the pouch hangs from the MOLLE attachment, but I've never tried so I'm not sure how much. I buy a lot of my Cordura from Rockywoods.com. The best webbing to use is 17337 Mil-spec webbing. Strapworks.com is a good source. When you attach the webbing to your pouch, either have the webbing extend into the seams, or fold it over at the ends (in addition to melting the cut ends of the webbing) to prevent fraying. If you haven't seen it, my MOLLE water bottle holder video goes into a bit more detail on the webbing part of the process. Thanks for watching, thanks for your questions, and let me know how your projects turn out!
Looked for hours for a video on how to make a molle pouch.. and here it is.. a day later.. lol. I have one question that's not related to this. But back in the day I had these amazing brush pants.. if you dont know what they are, basically they're pants with chaps in the front to protect your legs from jaggers/sticker bushes / or briar bush.. what ever yins wanna call it . Anyways.. they had leather instead of this weird fabric they use now.. if you want a better idea of what they are, you sporting store should have some in the hunting section. Anyways the question I have is if I took thick canvas pants and got leather to remake the old school brush pants, is it possible for any kind of machine I pick up from I guess walmart or w.e to sew it with out breaking? Or am I going to need something more heavy duty to sew this? Cause I'm sure it'll be tough stuff..
Hi, Short answer: ANY sewing machine can sew leather - to an extent. You might want to check out my recent "do you need an industrial walking-foot sewing machine" video for more on this. Sewing one layer of reasonable thin leather to one layer of reasonably thick canvas shouldn't be a problem for most sewing machines. A leather needle will help. I am a BIG proponent of buying a vintage (in general, pre-1970) machine over a cheap plastic machine from a big-box store, but that's just me. If you don't want to take the pants apart and put them back together, a machine with a "free arm" that will allow you to slide the pants onto the machine's bed would probably be required. Even then, you may or may not be able to get to all the areas you need to reach. If you're patient, you could also hand-stitch the panels on. A long time ago, Jimmy Diresta made some similar pants to what you're talking about. You might want to search for his video for some tips. I hope that helps, good luck with your project!
@@thejasonofalltrades thanks! I'll check it out and hopefully get to do it. I'm tired of bleed when I'm hunting and destroying my brush pants in 3 hunting seasons lol..
Yeah well at first a thought it just looked good on the sailtire but it actually makes the machine more smooth and with the wheel being bigger it means you can sew at a slower speed, but there a problem when you go to fit there fly wheel to these machines.... the cogs on these machines are bent so the bracket has to be straightened ... But remember when u order the flywheel you need the bushing the posi pin and the white belt .... If you look on youtube at vince j arcuri .... He has videos of how to fit everything and straighten the bracket hope this will help you
Please send link so I can see your sleep/shelter system, which you mentioned in your last message to me. This video was a very good demo for making a MOLLE pouch. What does MOLLE mean or stand for? Take care, Michael
Hi Doc, sorry for the delay. Here's the link. This video is definitely not one of my best lol - th-cam.com/video/-lA6-JvMR6U/w-d-xo.html MOLLE stands for MOdular Lightweight Load-bearing Equipment. It's really an entire system - what everyone calls "MOLLE webbing" is just a part of the system. Wikipedia has some pretty good info. Thanks for being part of the channel!
+Richy James Thanks for watching! I'm interested in trying the Sailrite flywheel, but I've only had this machine for a couple of months. What difference did you notice with the flywheel? So far I'm pretty happy with the Thompson, other than it's a little clunky compared to my Pfaff 260 - but the walking foot is worth the clunkiness!
Hi, It depends on what you mean by "canvas." The material I used in this video is 1000 denier Cordura. It's available all over the internet, but one supplier I like is Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics, they have a nice selection of colors. If you want cotton canvas or waxed canvas, check out Big Duck canvas, they have a great selection. Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Hi, Pretty much everything I've ever sewn I've made from scratch, to whatever dimensions suited my purpose at the time. I'm not aware of any patterns for a pouch of this type (they are probably out there, I'm just not aware). It's very simple (especially after you do it a few times) to lay out a project like this: determine how wide and how high your pouch needs to be, add in seam allowance. For the gusset (the side part with the zipper), determine how deep you want the pouch to be and add seam allowance. My recent four-part backpack tutorial explains a lot of this in greater detail, you might want to check that out. Even if you're not making a backpack, a lot of the information will apply to other projects. Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Hey Jason, I've learned *a lot* by watching your videos but... I must have totally missed the point of MOLLE sticks. My understanding was that they make a pouch easy and fast to detach. Like you're under fire, and a buddy shouts for ammo, or a med kit. But to carry an iPhone on a backpack like that... you better hope that only good guys can recognize those sticks.
Hi, I like the MOLLE sticks just because they are quick and easy to install, and provide a solid connection. I haven't tried many other options, mostly because I haven't had a reason to. You make a good point about the potential for easy removal, but in practice I don't keep valuables like my phone or wallet in or on my bag (too easy to set it down for a second and have the whole bag walk off). I think the chances of someone knowing something valuable is in a particular pouch, noticing it's attached with MOLLE sticks, being able to grab the cords to detach the sticks (I generally tuck mine away since I'm not carrying emergency equipment or in a combat situation) and removing the pouch are extremely unlikely. However, careless use could expose one to risk, so it's a good point to raise, thanks for bringing it up!
Hi, Unfortunately, I made this pouch a long time ago, and I didn't make note of the dimensions of the pieces. The pouch is about 3" X 6", so front and back pieces would be about 3 3/4" X 6 3/4" (to have a 3/8" seam allowance all around). The amount of seam allowance you want might change depending on how you want to finish your seams. The zipper panel is about an inch wide - the size of the fabric pieces will depend on the width of the zipper your using. I made this pouch to fit my backpack, so make sure that the pouch you want to make is made to fit the pack you're going to mount it to, or to fit whatever you want to put in it. Thanks for your question, and good luck!
Thanks for the input. I talk in the videos that I make. That's part of the deal. There are other people who make videos with no talking, but that's not my thing. Thanks for watching!
Tal Ben-Yaacov I can't stand videos where they don't say a word through the whole thing. There should be something to say... be careful of this tuff spot or do this to avoid messing up something... if all I wanted was a pattern, I can copy a bag I had or find one to download on the net. I don't need a video that shows someone sewing and nothing elss, I already sew.
I'm making a more advanced pouch system, but this is 100% more knowledge then I had previous. Thanks for the video man. I haven't used a sewing machine in 18 years lol. Just Figuring what to do first is complicated lol. Again ty.
Thanks so much!
This is an older video, I have plenty of other stuff you might find helpful, too, so feel free to dig in!
Thanks for watching!
Dude! Thank you for your channel. I'm a guy and enjoy sewing. Barely 21 sec's into your vid and already commenting and am subscribed.
+jsaenzMusic Thanks, man! Spread the word, let's make Sewing For Guys a thing!!!
Love Molle attachments but a word of caution. Add a security strap to attach pouches like these to back packs. I lost my phone, cash, all ID, etc., when my pouch came loose and dropped overboard when taking a dingy from dock to boat. Might seem like overkill but that will add another layer of security for the contents.
Wow, that's a tough loss! Good advice, I haven't had any issues with the MOLLE sticks (although I honestly have't carried a bag with MOLLE attachments in years now), but the ease with which pouches can be detached is definitely a double-edged sword. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Yup, I do these too. Another thing I've found useful is to finish the seams like you said but also use edge tape and or bias so I can machine wash them confidently and now they will hold up. Love your videos-- I'm doing all the same stuff. Another thing you may like brother, and you may of heard of them, is cobra buckles. They are made in different size and finishes for scuba and parachute applications-- but give a really serious and high end look to personal projects. They come at a premium of 13 to 25 dollars a buckle though!! Between hook and loop Velcro-- webbing and Cordura in 500d and 1000d and now the Kryptek camos I have so many things I want to do but have to try and not stretch myself to thin. I like making medical bags and trauma kits and hiking packs and MOLLE pouches. Thanks for your videos.
+Justin Butler Thanks, man! Yeah, I'm familiar with Cobra buckles, but haven't pulled the trigger on them yet. I have a couple of bags in the pipeline that might be worth splurging on some for. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Love thew cobra buckles!! I replaced the chinesium buckle that came with my tool belt with a Cobra Buckle. thanks for the video Jason!
Hello from North Wales UK. Thanks for all the videos, my story is very similar to yours, my wife got me into sewing too. I'm hooked on machines! Just bought a Bernina (bit disappointed if I'm honest!). I'm thinking of industrial machine, so thanks for the tips and information, very useful. Like the little walking foot machine. Unfortunately machines a quite a bit more expensive in the UK - and postage eek! I'll keep a look out for your new stuff. Thanks for taking the time and trouble!
+colin101981 Hey, thank YOU for watching and commenting! Sorry to hear you're disappointed with your Bernina. They generally have a good reputation, but I have no experience personally. I HIGHLY recommend seeking machines from the 1960s or earlier, and I bet there are plenty of old Singers in the UK! If you're thinking industrial, you might check out my series of videos, "Do you need an industrial sewing machine." I just picked one up myself, and if you can find the right machine at the right price, it's a pretty nice improvement (based on my limited experience, at least!). Thanks again for watching, and keep us posted on your sewing experiences!
Nice video. Just a suggestion, perhaps you could do a bit of narrative that would provide tips or tricks for sewing the smaller parts, like the side, to help us noobs. The narrow parts are very challenging for me. Any advice would be appreciated.
Hi!
This video is from quite a while ago, and I probably need to shoot a new version (unfortunately, I can't go back and add narration to an existing video). I agree, more information would help. I'll put it on the list!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great video ... I'll be sure to watch the others now . I got bitten by the bug too ... now i own a newish domestic machine , a 57' janome that's great and a compound stitching machine that's awesome for think stitching leather . Next will be a post bed machine for shoes . Thanks from AUS !!! CHEERS
Thanks, Simon!
thejasonofalltrades ... no need to thank me , you're the one going to all the effort making the vids , and making the use of sewing machines a MANLY pursuit !!!! So thankyou , very much !! Cheers again
A video explaining how you determine seam allowance would be great! 👍
Thanks for the suggestion! It's actually on my list, hopefully coming soon.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Interesante felicidades y gracias por compartir saludos desde loja Ecuador
Also when you sew over something heavy the posi pin stops the balace wheen slipping so you cab sew over anything and it will sew
That is the most industrial sewing machine I have ever seen.
Hi!
This machine (Thompson Mini-Walking foot, no longer available new, but the Sailrite Ultrafeed is a newer version of the same machine) is sort of a miniature industrial machine. While not a true industrial, it provides a lot of capability in a portable machine. I have reviews of this machine and the Sailrite on my channel if you'd like to know more.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Just curious how long do you think this would take doing it by hand? I'm not that good at using the machine.
I don't do a lot of hand stitching, but it will definitely add significantly to the time it takes to make something like this. That said, that actual sewing is only part of the process, and if you are adept at hand sewing, you might get through a small project like this one relatively quickly. A machine it likely a better way to do it, and if you have access to a machine and a desire to make other things, I would encourage you to learn the machine side of things, but having hand sewing skills is a big plus!
he's cute & he sews??!! I think I'm in love!!
Hi just checking it’s Norm the guy with ALS that checks in every so often I had a question for because I am sewing on a very tight budget with all my medical costs so question is do you think I could make a hot knife out of a electric soldering gun by bending a pcs of coat hanger and take out the one that comes in the gun I need to fig out a cut the sun something cloth or any ideas of a different way thank s so much for your help each time
Hi Norm,
I don't know much about electrical tools, so I can't advise you on the soldering iron - although some irons have a wide cutting blade that you could use if you have one or can get one that fits the iron you have.
I still have your email address, I'll email you with some other ideas!
How do you determine how long to make the middle portion of the pouch that has the zipper . If im building a 5x5 pouch with 1/4 in seam allowance . I cut the material to 5 1/4in right? Should the middle piece be 20 inches? I tend to have either slightly longer or shorter than needed zippers sections . Am i doing it right ? Any info would be appreciated
Hi!
If your piece is 5x5 with 1/4" seam allowance, it needs to be cut to 5 1/2" to have a 1/4" allowance on each side (so 5.5"x5.5").
I typically don't measure the middle piece with the zipper, I just finish one end and baste it in place all the way around to determine the actual length it needs to be. You should have two pieces making up the "zipper plaque,' a bottom piece and the assembly including the zipper that goes around as far as you want it to open. How big each of those is depends on how far down you want the zipper to open.
I try to err on making the zipper section too long, it's a lot easier to make it shorter than to make it longer!
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
I don’t think i caught it in the video but what material are you useing I’m wanting to make some Molle gear for my self but can’t seam to find material locally durable enough and don’t want to spend $100 for material online and it be wrong
Hi Austin, sorry for the delay in replying! The fabric I used for this pouch is 1000D Cordura nylon, and the webbing I recommend for PALS/MOLLE is Mil-Spec 17337 (Jontay.com is one source I've bought from).
Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Do you have any videos that are a guideline for what needle sizes and thread weight you use to sew your gear?
Hi Colton,
I don't, but I probably should! Sailrite and The Thread Exchange both have some good information on the subject you might find helpful in the meantime.
I'm pretty bad about needles. I tend to use the same thread (nylon in size V69, mostly) and similar fabrics (1000D Cordura, 1680D ballistic nylon, and a few others), so I don't change needles that often.
Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
I'm trying to make a set of MOLLE gear for long hikes and what not
What kind of material do you use? Cordura? what ever it is, how thick should the fabric be?
Hi Josh,
I recommend using 1000 denier Cordura (or other ballistic nylon, Cordura is a brand name and is most common) for the exterior. If you choose to have a lining, you can use 500 denier, or even a lighter fabric. Since it's for hiking, you could use lighter fabric in and out, but you'll have to be concerned about durability vs. weight. Additionally, a lighter-weight fabric might affect how the pouch hangs from the MOLLE attachment, but I've never tried so I'm not sure how much. I buy a lot of my Cordura from Rockywoods.com.
The best webbing to use is 17337 Mil-spec webbing. Strapworks.com is a good source.
When you attach the webbing to your pouch, either have the webbing extend into the seams, or fold it over at the ends (in addition to melting the cut ends of the webbing) to prevent fraying. If you haven't seen it, my MOLLE water bottle holder video goes into a bit more detail on the webbing part of the process.
Thanks for watching, thanks for your questions, and let me know how your projects turn out!
Looked for hours for a video on how to make a molle pouch.. and here it is.. a day later.. lol. I have one question that's not related to this.
But back in the day I had these amazing brush pants.. if you dont know what they are, basically they're pants with chaps in the front to protect your legs from jaggers/sticker bushes / or briar bush.. what ever yins wanna call it . Anyways.. they had leather instead of this weird fabric they use now.. if you want a better idea of what they are, you sporting store should have some in the hunting section. Anyways the question I have is if I took thick canvas pants and got leather to remake the old school brush pants, is it possible for any kind of machine I pick up from I guess walmart or w.e to sew it with out breaking? Or am I going to need something more heavy duty to sew this? Cause I'm sure it'll be tough stuff..
Thank you in advance @jasonofalltrades
Hi,
Short answer: ANY sewing machine can sew leather - to an extent. You might want to check out my recent "do you need an industrial walking-foot sewing machine" video for more on this.
Sewing one layer of reasonable thin leather to one layer of reasonably thick canvas shouldn't be a problem for most sewing machines. A leather needle will help.
I am a BIG proponent of buying a vintage (in general, pre-1970) machine over a cheap plastic machine from a big-box store, but that's just me.
If you don't want to take the pants apart and put them back together, a machine with a "free arm" that will allow you to slide the pants onto the machine's bed would probably be required. Even then, you may or may not be able to get to all the areas you need to reach.
If you're patient, you could also hand-stitch the panels on.
A long time ago, Jimmy Diresta made some similar pants to what you're talking about. You might want to search for his video for some tips.
I hope that helps, good luck with your project!
@@thejasonofalltrades thanks! I'll check it out and hopefully get to do it. I'm tired of bleed when I'm hunting and destroying my brush pants in 3 hunting seasons lol..
Yeah well at first a thought it just looked good on the sailtire but it actually makes the machine more smooth and with the wheel being bigger it means you can sew at a slower speed, but there a problem when you go to fit there fly wheel to these machines.... the cogs on these machines are bent so the bracket has to be straightened ... But remember when u order the flywheel you need the bushing the posi pin and the white belt .... If you look on youtube at vince j arcuri .... He has videos of how to fit everything and straighten the bracket hope this will help you
+Richy James Thanks for the excellent info! If I get around to putting the wheel on this machine, I'm sure you'll see it here....
+thejasonofalltrades aww fab but make sure to watch vinces videos so you can see how to straighten the bracket out so the white belt doesn't slip
Please send link so I can see your sleep/shelter system, which you mentioned in your last message to me. This video was a very good demo for making a MOLLE pouch. What does MOLLE mean or stand for? Take care,
Michael
Hi Doc, sorry for the delay. Here's the link. This video is definitely not one of my best lol - th-cam.com/video/-lA6-JvMR6U/w-d-xo.html
MOLLE stands for MOdular Lightweight Load-bearing Equipment. It's really an entire system - what everyone calls "MOLLE webbing" is just a part of the system. Wikipedia has some pretty good info.
Thanks for being part of the channel!
I have the same machine but mines cream ...but i have changed my flywheel to a sailrite powerplus wheel with the posipin system its amazing
+Richy James Thanks for watching! I'm interested in trying the Sailrite flywheel, but I've only had this machine for a couple of months. What difference did you notice with the flywheel? So far I'm pretty happy with the Thompson, other than it's a little clunky compared to my Pfaff 260 - but the walking foot is worth the clunkiness!
Hey, sorry to jump in, but I've been wondering for a while... Did you try a walking foot on your Pfaff, or any post-1970s domestic machine?
Where do you get good nylon fabric?
I've purchased from Rockywoods, The Rain Shed and Seattle Fabrics (all online).
Thanks for watching!
i would love to be able to be making some of my own pouches. but i need a good sewing machine! can anyone help?
Singer tradition
excellent
So where is the best place to find the best canvas?
Hi,
It depends on what you mean by "canvas." The material I used in this video is 1000 denier Cordura. It's available all over the internet, but one supplier I like is Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics, they have a nice selection of colors.
If you want cotton canvas or waxed canvas, check out Big Duck canvas, they have a great selection.
Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Where do you get your fabric "sew hard" tags from?
I'll have to check the vendor when I get back from vacation, but I had them made by a vendor on the internet. I think I had to buy 50.
Thanks, I need to get some for the gear I make
Hey Jason, do you know where we could find a template for this pouch? Thanks
Hi,
Pretty much everything I've ever sewn I've made from scratch, to whatever dimensions suited my purpose at the time. I'm not aware of any patterns for a pouch of this type (they are probably out there, I'm just not aware).
It's very simple (especially after you do it a few times) to lay out a project like this: determine how wide and how high your pouch needs to be, add in seam allowance. For the gusset (the side part with the zipper), determine how deep you want the pouch to be and add seam allowance.
My recent four-part backpack tutorial explains a lot of this in greater detail, you might want to check that out. Even if you're not making a backpack, a lot of the information will apply to other projects.
Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!
Hey Jason, I've learned *a lot* by watching your videos but... I must have totally missed the point of MOLLE sticks. My understanding was that they make a pouch easy and fast to detach. Like you're under fire, and a buddy shouts for ammo, or a med kit. But to carry an iPhone on a backpack like that... you better hope that only good guys can recognize those sticks.
Hi,
I like the MOLLE sticks just because they are quick and easy to install, and provide a solid connection. I haven't tried many other options, mostly because I haven't had a reason to. You make a good point about the potential for easy removal, but in practice I don't keep valuables like my phone or wallet in or on my bag (too easy to set it down for a second and have the whole bag walk off). I think the chances of someone knowing something valuable is in a particular pouch, noticing it's attached with MOLLE sticks, being able to grab the cords to detach the sticks (I generally tuck mine away since I'm not carrying emergency equipment or in a combat situation) and removing the pouch are extremely unlikely. However, careless use could expose one to risk, so it's a good point to raise, thanks for bringing it up!
You mean you don't keep valuables like your phone or wallet in or on your bag... any more?
th-cam.com/video/tcgSNEYhfFA/w-d-xo.htmlm24s
Do you do custom work?
I do, but it is expensive and slow. The best way to reach me to discuss is by email - thejasonofalltrades@gmail.com
Thanks!
Dear friend, can you post dimensions of used fabric parts?
Hi,
Unfortunately, I made this pouch a long time ago, and I didn't make note of the dimensions of the pieces. The pouch is about 3" X 6", so front and back pieces would be about 3 3/4" X 6 3/4" (to have a 3/8" seam allowance all around). The amount of seam allowance you want might change depending on how you want to finish your seams.
The zipper panel is about an inch wide - the size of the fabric pieces will depend on the width of the zipper your using.
I made this pouch to fit my backpack, so make sure that the pouch you want to make is made to fit the pack you're going to mount it to, or to fit whatever you want to put in it.
Thanks for your question, and good luck!
Thanks for reply Jason!
Your sewing machine looks like a robot.
Español X fa
stop talking so much. its a video just show it. thats rad though
Thanks for the input. I talk in the videos that I make. That's part of the deal. There are other people who make videos with no talking, but that's not my thing.
Thanks for watching!
Tal Ben-Yaacov I can't stand videos where they don't say a word through the whole thing. There should be something to say... be careful of this tuff spot or do this to avoid messing up something... if all I wanted was a pattern, I can copy a bag I had or find one to download on the net. I don't need a video that shows someone sewing and nothing elss, I already sew.