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mom2anj · 09-15-2004, 01:56 PM

Cutting

Outer Bag:

If using double-sided, pre-quilted fabric cut 1 piece 26 1/2" long by 17” high

Otherwise, cut 2 pieces 26 1/2" long by 17" high.

Needle pocket:

Cut one piece 26 ½" long by 24" high

Notions flap:

If using double sided, pre-quilted fabric cut 1 piece 25 ½"“ long by 16" high

Otherwise, cut 2 pieces 25 ½ " long by 16" high. (if you are using the same fabric for both sides of the flap, you can cut 1 piece 25 ½" by 32")

For the flaps that cover the notions pockets, cut 2 pieces 25 ½" long by 8" high

Vinyl pockets—I cut 6 pockets at 6" x 6". You can customize the size of the pockets to fit your needs. This size can hold circular needles too.

If you plan to use self binding and don’t plan to miter the corners, you will need to cut 1 piece 28” by 3”, 2 pieces 18 1/2” by 3”, 1 piece 27” by 3”, 2 pieces 17 ½” by 3” and 1 piece 29” by 4”.

For self binding that is mitered on the corners, cut (or make) 1 piece 65” by 3”, 1 piece 62” by 3”, and 1 piece 29” by 4”

If you are using lightweight fabrics for the outer bag, you should use some batting or felt inbetween. Go ahead and cut your batting and quilt the pieces together to form your piece for the outer bag.

I have a dr’s appt this afternoon, but should be able to start posting pics and instructions afterwards. I have the notions flap almost done, so I do have a head start on things. Also, I am doing this one turned and topstitched instead of bound, so I will post instructions for both methods.

Post if you have any questions about cutting—I’ll answer when I get back.

09-15-2004, 01:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
mom2anj The Bag Lady iTrader: 0 / 0% Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: central new york Posts: 1,057	Cutting Outer Bag: If using double-sided, pre-quilted fabric cut 1 piece 26 1/2" long by 17” high Otherwise, cut 2 pieces 26 1/2" long by 17" high. Needle pocket: Cut one piece 26 ½" long by 24" high Notions flap: If using double sided, pre-quilted fabric cut 1 piece 25 ½"“ long by 16" high Otherwise, cut 2 pieces 25 ½ " long by 16" high. (if you are using the same fabric for both sides of the flap, you can cut 1 piece 25 ½" by 32") For the flaps that cover the notions pockets, cut 2 pieces 25 ½" long by 8" high Vinyl pockets—I cut 6 pockets at 6" x 6". You can customize the size of the pockets to fit your needs. This size can hold circular needles too. If you plan to use self binding and don’t plan to miter the corners, you will need to cut 1 piece 28” by 3”, 2 pieces 18 1/2” by 3”, 1 piece 27” by 3”, 2 pieces 17 ½” by 3” and 1 piece 29” by 4”. For self binding that is mitered on the corners, cut (or make) 1 piece 65” by 3”, 1 piece 62” by 3”, and 1 piece 29” by 4” If you are using lightweight fabrics for the outer bag, you should use some batting or felt inbetween. Go ahead and cut your batting and quilt the pieces together to form your piece for the outer bag. I have a dr’s appt this afternoon, but should be able to start posting pics and instructions afterwards. I have the notions flap almost done, so I do have a head start on things. Also, I am doing this one turned and topstitched instead of bound, so I will post instructions for both methods. Post if you have any questions about cutting—I’ll answer when I get back. __________________ Kristin mama to 2 sweet boys married to my best friend for 22yrs View My Feedback Email Me This Old Bag Handcrafted Totes, Diaper Bags, Purses, Back Packs, Kid Bags and more! Last edited by mom2anj : 09-15-2004 at 01:59 PM.