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Oct
8

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Backpack Sewing: A First . . .


Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, and comforting words during this time in our lives. We are so very thankful for the sewing community and the friendships formed through it!

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Well, we asked the loaded question . . . and we got the dreaded answer!!

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

“Backpacks or clothes to begin the year?”

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

Without hesitation, “BACKPACKS”!

*Insert AUDIBLE GROAN here!*

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

Are you kidding us?!?!? We’ve yet to sew a BAG, much less a backpack.

Backpacks have . . . ZIPPERS . . .

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

And THICK interfacing . . .

And, must be able to withstand the daily rigors of a child . . .

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

OH. DEAR.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

Since the verdict had been decided, we asked “Sister Momma” to pick out the fabric {decisions aren’t our forte}, and we’d go from there. A few possibilities were sent her way, and she decided Robert Kaufman’s Rainbow Remix {by Ann Kelle} was the print for her…errrr, we mean, EA.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

We agreed. The bright colorway was perfect for a backpack . . . and could be paired with a variety of solids, depending on if one were sewing for a boy or a girl. Ann Kelle generously sent us some of the Rainbow Remix print {for both the main fabric of the backpack, as well as the lining}, via Robert Kaufman, and we were ready to go. Life slowed us down for a while, yet EA was able to head to preschool with a new backpack after the Labor Day holidays. Hey . . . that’s when a lot of schools begin anyway, right?? Not hers, but anyway . . .

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

EA loves her some pink, so pink became our “accent color” – utilizing it on the straps, zipper, piping, and bottom panel.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

We used the Toddler Backpack pattern {Made by Rae}, and added a few minor details {ie: POCKETS}. These changes will be detailed in CL’s backpack post, because YES . . . she got one too!

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

The main thing to note about the sewn backpack and toddler backpack pattern: We increased the size of the backpack 2″ in length and 2″ in width. We felt as if this would give EA a bit more growing room with it. Her folders seemed to fit better in the increased area, yet it didn’t seem to “swallow” her with the additional space.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

The next time {yes . . next time . . . because more backpacks will probably be in our future – depending on how these hold up}, we plan to increase the length of the padded straps.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

These seemed a bit wimpy, compared to the rest of the backpack. It is completely a matter of preference, but one we want to remember to amend next time.

Made by Rae: Toddler Backpack

** Please note: The Rainbow Remix {by Ann Kelle, for Robert Kaufman} was given to us, but as always everything written is our honest opinions.



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6 Comments



Tamara
10 yearss ago


You guys are amazing! The backpack looks fantastic for something you haven’t ever tackled before. I love the fabric choices (and so generous to be given the fabric too!) I hope EA has a wonderful year at preschool.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    THANKS! It appears that more backpacks are in our future . . . so far, so good on how this one is holding up!

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Charity
10 yearss ago


It’s hard for me to believe that this is your first backpack… very well done! Cute fabric choice too… my daughters would love that!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Yep . . . the first backpack!! Next up: raincoats {where’s the “scared face” emoticon when you need one??}

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Courtney
10 yearss ago


Darling back pack!! I am curious how this will hold up as well. Hope you will share!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    9 yearss ago


    So far, so good {although Pre-K doesn’t have the rigorous transportation of supplies and materials as elementary aged children might have}. . .

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