Make this roll-top (waxed) canvas backpack! (sewing tutorial + free pattern)

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We share with you how to DIY our family's favourite backpack. Cotton canvas is a great fabric alternative to nylon when making backpacks - no micro-plastics and so easy to repair! We hope you enjoy the video and let us know if you have any questions.
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Chapters:
00:00 intro
00:56 size small - simplified pattern
01:04 size large - simplified pattern
01:48 Materials needed.
02:30 STAGE 1 - PREPARE FABRIC
02:33 stage 1.1 - cut and overcast
02:49 stage 1.2 - (optional) scour and wax
03:15 STAGE 2 - BASIC CONSTRUCTION
03:19 stage 2.1 - side pockets
04:32 stage 2.2 - front pockets
05:28 stage 2.3 - bottom panels
06:16 STAGE 3 - SHOULDER STRAPS
06:21 stage 3.1 - prepare straps
06:47 stage 3.2 - ladder slider adjustable buckle
07:27 stage 3.3 - strap & buckle sandwich
08:01 stage 3.4 - strap bracing thingy
08:39 stage 3.5 - strap to panel
09:33 STAGE 4 - HANDLE & ROLL-TOP
09:37 stage 4.1 - handle
10:02 stage 4.2 - roll-top strap
10:43 stage 4.3 - roll-top slots
11:26 STAGE 5 - FINAL ASSEMBLY
11:32 stage 5.1 - front+side panels
11:49 stage 5.2 - back+strap+side panels
12:14 FINAL PRODUCT + a little back story:)

#sewing
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[marisraro]

Gracias por el video. Me encanta la forma en que explican cada parte de proceso. Se entiende todo muy bien. Tengo muchas ganas de intentar hacer esta mochila. Saludos 🖖🏾

[juanmacias]

The craftsmanship! And such a cute backpack! Loved the rainbow stitching! Great job, you guys.

[LaOwlett]

Just in case someone doesn't realize this - Don't sew waxed canvas, wax it afterwards instead.
The wax can pull on your thread and needle, causing the tension to be variable. Residue can also stick to your needle, feed dogs or pressure foot. To make canvas wax, simply melt 1 part bees wax to 9 parts paraffin and apply, then iron on med-low heat over a towel or fabric you don't mind getting wax onto, and iron out any excess. You can sew through waxed canvas but it's going to be hard on your machine.

[ArigatoMancing]

what is another name for j hook?
where can i get it