Anyone Made A Backpack

**paelthom** · 03-16-2004, 09:52 AM

I have printed out the tutorial on the tote bag and am going to try it just as soon as I can find a minute.

However, I was wondering if anyone has ever made a backpack? I have an old one that I carry on trips but was thinking of getting a new one for the Disney trip. I would love to be able to sew one but really don't know if this is feasible. What do you think?

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 11:42 AM

Sure you can Pat. Just use a heavier type fabric so it will hold up to weight, like canvas, corduroy or home dec fabrics are good too.

Can you use the one you have for a pattern? You could also reuse the D rings or whatever it has on it once you take it apart.

I have a pattern for one, but that doesn't help you.

**paelthom** · 03-16-2004, 12:16 PM

I was thinking of trying to use mine as a pattern. It has the closures that just click together and is really just like a sack with a flap, back straps and the closures. I really might give it a try. I went to Joann's Fabrics at lunch and looked for a pattern but didn't find one that seemed simple enough. I only had a few minutes so I couldn't browse too much. I like the idea that it would be washable. I even put Ryan's big book bag for school in the tub every now and then and scrub it.

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 01:25 PM

I found this one for a ladybug one, you could leave out the ladybug. lol

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/cr_sewing_c...393794,00.html

**voodidit** · 03-16-2004, 01:29 PM

That's cute, I like the lady bug look!

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 01:29 PM

Here is a real easy one, I would change the cords to straps though or they will cut into your shoulders when carrying it all day.

http://www.butterick.com/bhc/pages/a...k/backpack.htm

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 01:33 PM

This one is real pretty but it is only a pattern. I may be able to look at this one more closely and figure it out.

http://amos.catalogcity.com/cc.class...44&_ccn_test=1

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 01:44 PM

I like this one too but I would add a flap to the top.

http://www.creativeneedlemag.com/fea...ture1ja00.html

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 02:27 PM

Pat, JoAnn's is having a 99¢ sale on Simplicity patterns this Friday-Sunday (the 19th-21st). It would be so much easier to make with a pattern.

**paelthom** · 03-16-2004, 06:31 PM

WOW - I searched and found nothing and you hit the jackpot. I'll check out those sites and try to swing by Joann's and check patterns there too. Thank you zillions!!!!!!!

**SewCrafty** · 03-16-2004, 06:34 PM

Your welcome

**paelthom** · 03-23-2004, 10:07 AM

Okay I got a Simplicity pattern for a backpack and the strap adjusters and cord. I'm going to just use some fabric I already have on hand as my trial run at backpack making. Once I get it done, I'll post a picture. The only thing I don't have is the grommet tool and grommets. I'll figure out something else to do instead. Probably just a simple pocket and draw string.

I'd love to have one of those grommet do hickeys but will wait until I have a 50% off coupon!

**SewCrafty** · 03-23-2004, 11:24 AM

Can't wait to see it Pat!

I have one of those grommet thingy's and they work great! I also use it for heavy snaps on lots of things.

For anyone else wondering what we are talking about, here is a pic. JoAnn's has them on sale for $14.99 right now, but I know I saw them in Wal*Mart the other day and they were either $7.99 or $9.99 for the same thing.