Convenient For Organizing and Storing! – Round Bottom Stuff Sack – Sewing Instructions

A stuff sack is a bag used for grouping your luggage into smaller portions and organizing them according to purposes when going mountain climbing or camping. It is also a handy bag to have for your everyday outing as it can be used for neatly storing your stuff. The featured fabric is designed by Paper Message, a popular store for original paper items. It is made of 100% cotton sheeting, an easy to sew fabric that is recommended for sewing beginners.

Design & Work:Satomi Takei

Fabric shown for this sample:(A・Panel) EGXA-8000-6A
(B・Panel) EGXA-8000-8A

Materials:
□ Fabric (Panel): A 48cm×27.5cm B 33cmx27.5cm
(Bottom): A diameter 15cm B diameter 10cm
□ Cord: 114cm (0.3cm diameter)
□ Cord stopper(Two holes): Tow pieces

Size: 24cm (l) A 13cm B 8cm (Bottom diameter)

We interviewed Satomi about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
The pattern was so cheerful that it makes you want to go out with a piece made with this fabric. So I made it into a stuff sack that can help neatly organize items for your going out.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The round bottom makes it possible to store things securely and gives it a clean form. Adding a cord stopper creates a design that looks even cleaner. The 15cm bottom diameter is large enough to hold a large stole, and the 10cm bottom diameter is large enough to hold a scarf, 500ml plastic bottle drinks or water bottle. Please make it in any size you like.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
Circular bottoms are often thought to be more difficult than sewing square bottoms, but don’t be too concerned about creating additional tucks and give it a try. You will get the hang of it after sewing it a few times. It is also a good idea to make the bottom of the bag with the same fabric as the main body, or use a different fabric as an accent.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into everyday situations?
It is very convenient to have a bag to store your belongings in small portions, such as stoles, gloves, children’s clothes and toys that you take off when you are out and about. One of the best things about handmade bags is that you can make them according to the size of your items. Why not make your original stuff sack with various fabrics and sizes and enjoy your time out?!

KF: Thank you very much, Satomi! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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Accented with A Deep Slit and Waist Ribbon♪ – Slit Dress – Sewing Instructions

This dress is highlighted with a large floral design, as if to bring the feel of spring early. It has a deep slit on the side of the skirt, which makes it easy to move around and it enhances the look of layered styling. In the still cold season, you can enjoy it with a sweater, a long T-shirt, or denim pants. The featured fabric is from the “Black & White” series. It is a cotton linen sheeting.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YK-91010-1B

Materials:
□ Outer Fabric: about 110cm x 260cm

Size:M

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Both Smartphone and Wallet Perfectly Fit Inside – Drum Shaped Mini Shoulder Bag – Sewing Instructions

This is a mini shoulder bag in the shape of a drum with a cute, rounded form. The size is large enough to hold a cell phone and a wallet, so it is perfect as a companion for going out.
The featured fabric is from the “Chokotto Odekake (Quick Going Out) Bag” series. This cotton linen canvas is easy to sew and ideal material for making bags.

Design & Work: Yui Tamaki

Fabric shown for this sample:　(Outer Fabric)YKA-89060-1C

Materials:
□ Fabric (Outer Fabric): 50cmx40cm
(Lining Fabric): 50cm×40cm
□ Fusible Quilt Batting: 50cmx40cm
□ Artificial Leather Tape: 1mm wide x 8cm
□ Zipper: One piece (25cm long)
□ O Ring: Two pieces (2cm diameter, 1.8cm inner diameter)
□ Shoulder strap with a metal clasp: One piece (120cm long)
□ Tag of your choice (See photo)

Size: 12cm (l) 26cm (w) 12cm (d)

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
As the name of the series “Chokotto Odekake (Quick Going Out) Bag” suggests, this fabric was perfect for a bag. It was sturdy and easy to sew, and I thought it would be cute as a casual shopping bag. If I combined it with gold hardware, it would also make a gorgeous fashionable bag! I decided to make a small shoulder bag.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
It has a stylish mini-drum shape and is large enough to hold a smartphone and a wallet. It is made with a firm quilt batting to prevent it from losing its shape.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
Sewing the circular pieces together may be difficult, so make sure to prepare well by using more clips for temporary holding the pieces and basting, and then stitch slowly. Repeat the same careful process for the zipper. It is also recommended to use a sewing glue for temporary basting.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
The color of the fabric is not too bright, so you can easily add vividness to a mature styling. I think it would be very cute if you coordinate it like an accessory.

KF: Thank you very much, Mio! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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Boxy and Structured Shape Is Stylish – Hand Tote Bag – Sewing Instructions

This is a hand tote bag with a boxy, structured shape. The featured fabric is a flower pattern from the “natural girl” series. It is 100% cotton oxford, a perfect material for bag making.

Design & Work:Mioko Sugino

Fabric shown for this sample:YKA-89020-1D

Materials:
□ Fabric (Top Panel, Pocket): 50cm×30cm
(Bottom Panel, Gusset Outer Fabric, Panel Lining Fabric, Gusset Lining Fabric,
Handle): 75cmx60cm

Size: 16cm (l) 26cm (w) 12cm (d)

We interviewed Mioko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
It is so lovely with a lot of slightly different flowers lined up in a row! The simple design makes it look mature and can be used for a variety of items. This time, I chose black to give the bag a cute and grown-up look.
KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
I added a wide gusset of separate fabric to give the bag a boxy, structured look. It can hold a lot of things! The bottom is rounded to add cuteness.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
When sewing the gusset fabric together with the panel fabric, make a slit on the curve of the gusset fabric and sew it slowly for a clean finish.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
I think it goes well with simple, beautiful fashion. It will also look cute when carried with a pair of edgy style black skinny jeans.

KF: Thank you very much, Mioko! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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Perfect As A Lunch Bag♪ – Round Bottom Bag – Sewing Instructions

This is a round-bottomed tote bag with plenty of space and a cute shape. The fabric is from the “Smile Time” series. Various kinds of omusubi rice balls with toppings like salmon roe and butter corn, are happily lined up. It is 100% oxford cotton, ideal for making bags.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YPA-29020-2B

Materials:
□ Outer Fabric: 110cm wide x 70cm
□ Lining Fabric: 90cm wide x 60cm
□ Fusible Interfacing (heavy weight): 110cm wide x 70cm

Size: about 25cm (l) about 42.5cm (w) about 27cm (bottom) (excludes handles)

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