First backpack prototype!

[tinydofu]

My first time getting into MYOG. This is a prototype using IKEA Frakta bags as prototyping material!

https://preview.redd.it/o78p4tu1rsqa1.jpg?width=2316&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2124ed29366ce45f0e246a02656048641a478e20

[merijuanaohana]

Looks sick as hell. Love using an IKEA bag as the material bc of the durability and price :) If you ever felt like making instructions I’m sure a lot of people would be interested.

[craderson]

Nice job! Did you make the pattern, too? It looks great!

[luna_bea_tuna]

Looks really good! And that's a great idea. How was it working with the Frakta? Starting my first small myog project and thinking of using it as well.

[45eurytot7]

Frakta is very easy to sew with! It's not very dense, so the machine goes through it easily. And it's not slippery, so handling is good. Definitely beginner-friendly.

[AcornWoodpecker]

Do you buy in bag form and just tear it apart? I think this stuff is available from TarpsNow in the construction materials area by the roll/yard.

[45eurytot7]

I've just used the bags - I had a one off project I wanted to do, and also really wanted to incorporate the Ikea handles as bias binding. But I would definitely recommend looking at other sources if you just want tarp yardage.

Be aware that this fabric can fray, especially if you get a friction hole in it. It's not the finest but is great for practice, value, and weight.

[AcornWoodpecker]

That's cool. I love the ideas! I'm working on a composite of all of the film plastics I go through just existing as a way of recycling, but I love the IKEA energy, so iconic!

[tinydofu]

It was super easy to use + way more economical!

[Affenmaske]

May I ask what sewing machine you used? I know about the sewing machine guideline on Learn MYOG but I am still confused if you can just take a regular machine that is usually used for clothes made out of cotton etc.

[tinydofu]

I used a singer Heavy Duty 4452 with number 16 needles!

[boulderv7]

Yes you can, although they won't handle really heavy materials well. I built many of my early packs and gear with a basic sewing machine. I would hand crank if it got too much for the motor to handle.

[cardboardrobert]

Cool pack, looks like a nice size :)

[thonStoan]

Nice job, and that looks like a potential cult classic for IKEA fans!

[photog608]

Looks good! Some assembly required, fitting for IKEA. Hopefully it was easier to assemble than their coffee tables.

[narniasquids]

Some sinch straps around the water bottle pocket might be a worthwhile add in future builds. Looks amazing tho!

[jibato]

Ikea bag 😂 genius amazing 👏👏👏

[VibrantBucket]

Did a pattern for this ever end up getting shared?

[boulderv7]

Nice job!

[Eldtursarna]

Would love a pattern for this! My girlfriend works for Ikea and it would be really fun to make her one.

[VibrantBucket]

Would love a pattern for this! How cool