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grann of 6 08-19-2010 02:54 AM
Originally Posted by ncsewer
I think I'll look at attaching some strips to the top (in between the lining and the outer bag) and add the zipper to them. It should help the bag keep a square shape instead of all pulled together at the top. I can't quite picture how the corners will work so I have to experiment a little.
Well, that's what I was doing, but you still end up with only a small opening to get to your contents, since a 9" zipper is about the longest you can add without interfering with the pleats in the sides. Good luck with it, though, hope you get it to work. Keep us posted.

grma33 08-19-2010 02:56 AM
I put a zipper in mine but din`t put in the ties or tucks.
Gale

angieh1964 08-19-2010 05:23 PM
i was wondering if you could make the top a snap top with the metal tape measure like someone did for some other totes

ncsewer 08-19-2010 06:01 PM
how wide did you make the strips?
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by ncsewer
I think I'll look at attaching some strips to the top (in between the lining and the outer bag) and add the zipper to them. It should help the bag keep a square shape instead of all pulled together at the top. I can't quite picture how the corners will work so I have to experiment a little.
Well, that's what I was doing, but you still end up with only a small opening to get to your contents, since a 9" zipper is about the longest you can add without interfering with the pleats in the sides. Good luck with it, though, hope you get it to work. Keep us posted.

quilterj 08-19-2010 06:19 PM
When you made your bow tucks did you use the same stitching throughout the quilting and stitching it together? I am about to sew around the top now and noticed that the quilting stitches is bigger and the hanles and front pocket are a smaller stitch. So I thought that maybe I should use the bigger stitch for the top stitch and for the ties or would you stick with the smaller stitch for the ties? Since most of my friends don't sew they wouldn't pay much attention. Any how this first one is for myself. Usually when I make things I don't get the first one or none at all.

quilterj 08-19-2010 07:10 PM
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by Angellight
Another option is the magnetic snaps that you can find in multiple packs at Joann's in the purse handle and canvas items isle.
I have not made one with them, however I have a friend who has made MANY for sale and other people. She used the magnets all the time.

If you are going to use a zipper, Nancy Zieman has a segment where she puts zippers in her bags using tape that looks like Grosgrain ribbon. You could possily match the tape to the lining material and sew it on after you turn your bag. I just made my first 2 bow-tuck, and while I'm not interested in carrying them, I think if you measured about an inch or so down and sewed your zipper in, it could work without interfering with your pockets

Happy Quilting
Susan
Well, I am taking a break from quilting to comment. I just searched my zippers and of course I don't have the right color in the right size. But I AM NOT GOING SHOPPING!!! So I will come up with the next best one. I have already decided how I am going to attach the zipper to the bag and I will keep you posted. This has to be a one-day job because I have some other things I must to get to for other people. Back to quilting...
So here's the way it is. I have finished the bow tucks bag, and am ready to put a zipper in it. But there is a problem we didn't think about. If you put a zipper in, it has to be about 9" in order to not interfere with the pleats in the bow tucks area. And I don't think 9" is enough room to access the bag easily. It will negate the object of having the large opening. If you have any better ideas I'm listening. I think I will try the velco strip thing, although I am not really too crazy about that either.
If you use the velcro please show us.

quilterj 08-19-2010 07:16 PM
Well as I mentioned on another thread that I finally finished my first one except for the bottom. Thank you all for your patients with my questions and trying to make it more complicated by asking to try and use a zipper. I will get mine posted tomorrow. Now when I make them it will be a breeze. I want to make 4 more for gifts for sister and friend, and mother and mil. When my girls see these that will be 3more a total of 7. I can just hear them now.

grann of 6 08-20-2010 06:11 AM
Originally Posted by angieh1964
i was wondering if you could make the top a snap top with the metal tape measure like someone did for some other totes
Do you mean that snap tape like you use on childrens clothes? I suppose you could, but I couldn't be bothered with snapping a bunch of snaps. This 4" of velcro seems to work fine.

grann of 6 08-20-2010 06:13 AM
Originally Posted by quilterj
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by Angellight
Another option is the magnetic snaps that you can find in multiple packs at Joann's in the purse handle and canvas items isle.
I have not made one with them, however I have a friend who has made MANY for sale and other people. She used the magnets all the time.

If you are going to use a zipper, Nancy Zieman has a segment where she puts zippers in her bags using tape that looks like Grosgrain ribbon. You could possily match the tape to the lining material and sew it on after you turn your bag. I just made my first 2 bow-tuck, and while I'm not interested in carrying them, I think if you measured about an inch or so down and sewed your zipper in, it could work without interfering with your pockets

Happy Quilting
Susan
Well, I am taking a break from quilting to comment. I just searched my zippers and of course I don't have the right color in the right size. But I AM NOT GOING SHOPPING!!! So I will come up with the next best one. I have already decided how I am going to attach the zipper to the bag and I will keep you posted. This has to be a one-day job because I have some other things I must to get to for other people. Back to quilting...
So here's the way it is. I have finished the bow tucks bag, and am ready to put a zipper in it. But there is a problem we didn't think about. If you put a zipper in, it has to be about 9" in order to not interfere with the pleats in the bow tucks area. And I don't think 9" is enough room to access the bag easily. It will negate the object of having the large opening. If you have any better ideas I'm listening. I think I will try the velco strip thing, although I am not really too crazy about that either.
If you use the velcro please show us.
The velcro is just stitched through all layers on the inside of the purse, nothing special.

grann of 6 08-20-2010 06:16 AM
Originally Posted by quilterj
When you made your bow tucks did you use the same stitching throughout the quilting and stitching it together? I am about to sew around the top now and noticed that the quilting stitches is bigger and the hanles and front pocket are a smaller stitch. So I thought that maybe I should use the bigger stitch for the top stitch and for the ties or would you stick with the smaller stitch for the ties? Since most of my friends don't sew they wouldn't pay much attention. Any how this first one is for myself. Usually when I make things I don't get the first one or none at all.
I used the 2.5 length stitching everywhere. I just adjusted the distance from the edge of the fabric by adjusting the needle width. Hope that answers your question.


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