Lesson 1Threads, Needles, and Strength Supplies: Thread Weight, Topstitch Thread, Needle Sizes for Home Machines, Rivets, Bartacks, WebbingUnderstand how thread, needles, and strengths work together for strong joins. Learn to pick thread weights, topstitch thread, needle sizes, rivets, bartacks, and webbing for home machines and bag weights.
Comparing general and heavy threadTopstitch thread for seen joinsNeedle sizes for thick bag layersUsing rivets at high-strain pointsBartacks for strap and pocket safetyPicking webbing kinds and widthsLesson 2Picking Cloth: Features of Common Outer Cloths (Canvas, Cotton Drill, Denim, Twill, Upholstery, Leather Options) and Suggested UsesCompare common outer cloths for bag making and how their weight, weave, and fibre affect form and wear. Learn when to pick canvas, denim, twill, upholstery cloth, or leather options for style and work.
Canvas weights and best bag projectsCotton drill and twill for firm carriersDenim for relaxed, tough daily bagsUpholstery cloths for solid, smart bagsLeather options and plant-based choicesPrewashing and direction match for outersLesson 3Matching Support to Cloth and Form: Stiffness Levels, Stick-on Fit, Heat SettingsLearn to pair support with different cloths and wanted bag forms. You will check stiffness levels, flow, stick-on fit, and pressing heat so your bags keep shape without bubbles, burns, or twists.
Reading support weight and stiffnessTesting stick-on hold on cloth scrapsHeat, steam, and pressing time settingsCombining layers for custom formStopping bubbles and print show-throughAdjusting form for bag size and useLesson 4Where to Put Support by Part: Body Panels, Straps, Pocket Facings, Flaps, Top EdgesUnderstand where and how to place support in each bag part. You will map body panels, straps, pockets, flaps, and openings, deciding which areas need form, which need flow, and how to avoid thick, hard joins.
Support full vs part body panelsStrengthen strap and handle join zonesSteady pocket facings and openingsSupport flaps, closures, and coversStrengthen top edges and zipper areasLayer support without extra thicknessLesson 5Lining Cloths: Light vs Steady Linings (Cotton Lawn, Quilting Cotton, Polyester Lining) and Good/Bad PointsCompare lining cloths by weight, steadiness, and feel to back the outer shell. Check cotton lawn, quilting cotton, and polyester linings, thinking about fraying, ease of stitching, cleaning, and how they affect bag form and use.
Roles of linings in different bag stylesCotton lawn for light, bendy liningsQuilting cotton for easy, steady liningsPolyester lining for smooth insidesHandling fraying and join finishesColour, print, and see-through thoughtsLesson 6Support Kinds and Jobs: Woven Stick-on, Non-Woven Stick-on, Stitch-in Canvas, Hair Canvas, Foam Steady, Stitch-in Cotton DuckGet an overview of main support and steady kinds used in bags. Compare woven and non-woven stick-ons, stitch-in canvas, hair canvas, foam, and cotton duck, and learn when each best holds shape, corners, and fittings.
Woven stick-on for steady, natural flowNon-woven stick-on for fast steadyingStitch-in canvas and hair canvas usesFoam steady for formed bagsStitch-in cotton duck for heavy carriersMixing steadys in one projectLesson 7Picking Closure Fittings: Zippers (Nylon vs Metal, Separating vs Closed-End), Magnetic Snaps, Metal Clasps, Toggles, ButtonsLook at closure fitting options and how they affect safety, style, and ease. Compare zipper kinds, magnetic snaps, clasps, toggles, and buttons, and learn how to pick sizes and places fit to each bag design.
Nylon vs metal zippers and best usesSeparating vs closed-end zipper pickSizing and placing magnetic snaps safelyUsing clasps, toggles, and ring gatesButtons, loops, and pretty closuresStrengthen cloth under closuresLesson 8Strength and Wear Thoughts: Rub Resistance, Join Strength Methods, Support for Strain SpreadLearn how cloth strength, rub resistance, and join design affect bag long life. Look at strength stitches, weak-point backs, and support plans that stop strap breaks, join splits, and twists over time.
Checking rub zones on common bag stylesPicking tough cloths for high-wear areasStrengthen joins with stitching and tapeSupport straps, handles, and hold pointsSpread load at D-rings and fittingsTest strength before full making
