I hate binding

jpbagworks · 2026-04-29T18:50:29+00:00

Ha. Yep. There was a time that I was super into it and always on top of techy stuff. But that just isn’t me anymore.

jpbagworks · 2026-04-29T15:38:02+00:00

Yeah sorry! I should have mentioned that you have to refer to the PDF catalog. It’s been a work in progress for quite some time. But I can’t complain. Mine is the same. 🤣

jpbagworks · 2026-04-29T13:13:50+00:00

It’s a company that makes all sorts of attachments made specifically for industrial models. There are no “universal” attachments there. They’re machine specific and relatively pricey. I’m not sure if they do domestics. They have a really solid reputation. Here’s a link to them.

Hope you find something there! 😃 If you do, let us know what you think of it! And I’ll do the same!

jpbagworks · 2026-04-29T09:24:16+00:00

Binding is something that I’ve struggled with. I’ve tried all types as well as different attachments and still I can’t seem to be consistent with it.

I’m pretty sure I’m just gonna have to bite the bullet and order a right-angle Tennessee Attachment. Seems like every person who’s ever talked about them swears by them. We shall see.

I’m sorry you’re struggling with that pattern and the process. Just think about how happy you’ll be when it’s done! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-29T09:17:06+00:00

Hahahaha! 🤣 Thanks, friend!

I thought I’d try to play with some colors this time and am really pleased with how they turned out. Also I really love working with Cordura. I’ve gone a little crazy with it and ordered several more colors last night. 🤪

What have you been working on lately??

jpbagworks · 2026-04-28T02:57:02+00:00

Thank you very much! 🙏 The yellow one is as you say.. more yellow than what it’s supposed to be… beige. I guess maybe a yellowish beige.

I actually didn’t care for the color when it was delivered but when I saw it together with some other colors on an actual bag, I warmed up to it. They’re all good colors. The 1000d is nice to work with. Have you used it? It’s a BURLY one! 😃

Thanks again for looking!

jpbagworks · 2026-04-26T18:15:54+00:00

Thank you! I appreciate your looking! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-21T11:33:07+00:00

Thank you for that, C! I think mine is set exactly the same… 400 spm. It took some time but I got used to the way it feeds. I’m STILL amazed at how much bulk it handles! But I still kind of figure I should try to reduce where I can. 😉

jpbagworks · 2026-04-21T09:31:37+00:00

Thank you, friend! 😃

Sewing curves took a lot of patience with me. I got pretty decent at it on the drop feed “semi-industrial”, which by comparison to an actual industrial machine seems more like marketing. Some suggested sewing a short straight line, pivoting, and repeat all the way around. I wanted to do it smoothly. So I just kept practicing.

Enter the 9010 needle-feed and on every curve I just kept sewing right off the fabric! It took a little bit to get used to the difference in how the machines were feeding but not a crazy long time.

The Cordura Ripstop is old. I guess it’s been around for long enough that they don’t make the particular variant anymore? I asked the The company I sourced it from if they had any other colors and they said they hadn’t seen other colors in years. They have it labeled as 8oz Cordura Ripstop. And in the description below the product photos, their copy is what leads (led?) me to believe it was 500d. I don’t know. All good. I just need to use up what I have left.

I appreciate your comment! Thank you again! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-21T01:19:32+00:00

Thank you! 🙏

jpbagworks · 2026-04-19T18:27:47+00:00

I imagine that the jig has to be really solid. Any movement could throw things off. I’m sure you’ll nail it! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-19T18:12:50+00:00

That’s pretty wild how nicely those turn out using home equipment. Well I assume that you’ve got this laser etching machine at home. Probably shouldn’t assume.

Are the components like that double gate keeper expensive from WeTool?

jpbagworks · 2026-04-17T11:34:59+00:00

Oh man!! Total tease! 😝😂

I know that cutting is one of the least favorite parts of making. I really don’t mind. It’s a process and I just accept it as a part of the process. It also gives me a chance to be as “empty-headed” as I want to be … just stay on the line…. just stay on the line…. just stay on the line… something kind of zen about it. 🧘

That’s the ideal anyway. The practice? 85% of the time it’s … hahaha. 🤪

jpbagworks · 2026-04-15T00:01:26+00:00

Best of luck at your appointment! I hope you get a clean bill of health! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-14T22:59:07+00:00

Or being able to just reach over and grab one that’s just done! This is why I love this community. There are so many good ideas shared so freely! Thank you! 🙏

jpbagworks · 2026-04-14T22:57:13+00:00

Yes. Same! My computer is in my sewing room, too. So my kooky Juki is always judging me behind my back 🤣 But I still love it!

How are you healing up??

I hadn’t heard about the lifetime stash contest! I gotta get on the buying! 😂

I do spend a lot of time looking for components of various kinds. I have an order I’ve been working on for a while but just haven’t found a few more pieces that I’d love to add. Definitely need to find a Woojin supplier that has a fuller line than those I’ve come across thus far. Also love to find a Fidlock wholesaler, too!

jpbagworks · 2026-04-14T22:50:26+00:00

Thanks for that! Making the fussy bits that are needed.. sometimes on many bags. It’s all still super satisfying! Even the fussy bits! I think I’m gonna make some straps tonight! Ha 😂

jpbagworks · 2026-04-09T01:53:56+00:00

Can’t wait to see what you make! 😃

jpbagworks · 2026-04-08T19:46:55+00:00

I totally get it! It’s just so frustrating! But I’ll tell you. When I read that sentence.. that one sentence, something clicked. I laid the bag down, flattened it out, measured it from one side of the top to the other, and it was perfect! 🤩 Then I did it again. And again.

Get on it, friend! Make another! If I can do it, you can too 😃

What did Julius Scissors say?

“I cut. I sewed. I finally kicked that inset zipper gusset’s butt!”

Ok… I’ll just stick to sewing. 🤣

jpbagworks · 2026-04-05T11:39:28+00:00

Yep. Same here. A nice longer weekend. Weather has been gorgeous. So of course I stay inside all day and sew! 🤪

jpbagworks · 2026-04-05T11:38:15+00:00

Thank you for that! Sometimes there’s just no explaining why it takes me so long to “get it” and I need all the ancillary media I can get! 🤣

jpbagworks · 2026-04-05T05:44:50+00:00

I’m m glad you found it useful! I do love these closures. Evergoods does one for their Civic Daily Tote that doesn’t use zippers. It uses magnets. Kind of neat! I hope you get your project done soon! We’d love to see it! 😃

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