rostiger
I have this nice heavy travel bag, but it's short strap makes it hard to carry around when it's full. I'm considering adding shoulder straps. I have a sewing awl, a roll of strong yarn and some basic sewing experience. Before I start, does anyone have tips for me? #theWorkshop
Mar 23 at 5:44pmWeb
Show threadrostiger2d ago
First strap is attached. It might not win any sewing contests, but it works. 💪
Show threadwrack1d ago
@rostiger It has 'character'.
Show threadR E K2d ago

@rostiger You might be aware of all of this already, but right off the top of my head, be sure to make strong stitches at high-stress points(box x stitch, bartacks, backstitching at ends etc).

I like to pin/clips items in place so I stay on track. I also like to mark where im gonna stitch with a fabric pencil, to make sure i keep enough space off the edge, keep straight and dont have to think whether or not I have enough stitches of the correct length.

It's gonna look great :>...

Show threadrostiger1d ago
@rek Thanks for the tips! Marking the puncture points for the stitches was a real game changer, so helpful!