Bifrost Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Hi! I tried to create a bag that I would be able to finish in one day, not have too expensive material costs but still not be a small bag. This is what I came up with, a canvas and leather bag. This is the first time I have tried to combine canvas and leather but I think they go well together. All critique is welcome /Tommy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Troy I Report post Posted October 12, 2013 WOW...you really did a great job on this...love your design. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishful Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Very nice! What finish did you use for the veggie tan? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Chee Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Is it lined? If not, what did you do to finish the raw edges of the fabric? Andrew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bifrost Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Yes it's lined with canvas, the same colour as the exterior. Allt fabric edges are folded. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piedmont Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Yea that is super nice.. How did you do the handle? I like the ends being wider than the strap so it tapers down.. very nice.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoyalLeatherDesigns Report post Posted October 12, 2013 Very nice look. The only thing I would of done differently is stitched the straps, but then again you migh of been after that look anyhow it looks really nice. God Bless! Ralph Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bifrost Report post Posted October 12, 2013 The handles are just cut out and edge beveled. Not lined or anything. I agree with you that sewing the handles would look nice Ralph. I actually lined and sewed the handles on the prototype before I did this one. But my goal is to be able to make this bag in one day of work and it just took to long time to line and sew the handles. So I try to keep it as basic as possible. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peter T Report post Posted October 12, 2013 That is really great! I agree that canvas and leather go well together and I think your bag is a really nice example of that. Well done. Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fivewayswelshcobs Report post Posted October 13, 2013 I like your bagII like your bag, I disagree with needing to stitch the strap I think putting a crease line down the edges of the strap would give it enough finish to make it look complete but can be achieved in a few minutes. You could also stitch it without lining it to get that look. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feraud Report post Posted October 13, 2013 Nice overall design for a one day project. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zfcjr67 Report post Posted October 13, 2013 that is an excellent bag, I agree with Ralph about sewing the handles, but your design makes perfect sense. I am guessing your sewing was by hand? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessebeckham Report post Posted October 25, 2013 I have been wanting to incorporate some canvas into so projects myself. This looks great. I like the unlined handles, it gives it a good sickle minimalist look. A style that seems to be doing well for sales. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SapphireFarms Report post Posted November 30, 2013 That's a beautiful bag! Can you share more pictures? I would love to try to make one... Do you have a leather sewing machine? Great work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
