The Snack Sack is a quick and simple project with a huge variety of possible uses and variations. There are accompanying videos available at www.youtube.com\/@EmilysFabrications<\/b>, covering how to draft the pattern from scratch or modify it, as well as how to sew it together.<\/p>\n
Its starting point is as a quick feed bag that attaches to your bike in the corner of your handlebar and stem, for when you want easy access to things like snacks or extra water bottles. But that\u2019s only the start! You can carry it on your belt or strap it onto a shoulder strap. You can attach a shoulder strap directly to the Snack Sack and use it as a water bottle carrier on its own. Add insulation to keep your beverage cool, or padding and use it to carry a camera lens. Add a pocket to carry your wallet or phone.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n The basic structure of the Snack Sack is infinitely variable, useful for carrying almost anything that\u2019s vaguely close to cylindrical. You can easily modify this pattern to be longer or wider, and modify the position of the straps. See page 4 for detailed instructions on how to do modify the size and shape, or head over to the Emily\u2019s Fabrications channel on YouTube for video instructions.<\/p>\n Difficulty Level:\u00a0<\/strong>This pattern is an accessible, beginner-friendly project. It is very quick for an experienced sewist, and is also a beginner-friendly foray into making or modifying your patterns. The pattern instructions include details on how to modify the size to fit your needs, and the accompanying videos further explain how to draft it from scratch.<\/p>\n Materials:<\/strong> This is a great project for using up scraps or up-cycling materials, and any sturdy fabric can work well. I recommend nylon or cotton canvas, or ripstop nylon. The biggest consideration is that the outside fabric needs to be sturdy enough that it will not rip under load where the webbing is stitched down.<\/p>\n This is a downloadable, digital pattern. Upon purchase, you will receive links to download the following files: Once you have purchased this pattern, you’ll also have access to any updated versions or errata should they be needed.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Materials list:<\/b> <\/p>\n There are several excellent online retailers that specialize in technical fabrics and hardware for outdoor gear. Many of these carry everything you need in one place.<\/p>\n One-stop shopping:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n Ripstop By The Roll RockyWoods Outdoor Wilderness Fabrics Seattle Fabrics Refasten Extrem Textil (does not currently ship to the USA) Hudson Supplies Mozet Supplies
\n\u2022\u00a0 Separate files for sizes large and small, formatted for printing on letter or A4 printer paper
\n\u2022\u00a0 Separate files for sizes large and small, formatted for large format (A0) printing or use with a projector
\n\u2022 Comprehensive instructions including detailed photos, discussion of materials, and a list of suggested vendors<\/p>\n
\nOuter fabric:<\/b> Approximately 9\u201dx13\u201d
\nLining fabric:<\/b> Approximately 13\u201dx13\u201d
\nWebbing:<\/b> 20\u201d including only the sewn-down straps; 50\u201d including three additional loose straps. Markings are for \u00be\u201d webbing, but the width isn\u2019t critical
\nShock cord (or draw cord):<\/b> 20\u201d of nominal 1\/8\u201d cord
\nCord Lock:<\/b> One \u201ccord lock\u201d adjuster compatible with 1\/8\u201d cord, preferably with loops or slots with which to \u201ctether\u201d the cord lock
\n\u00bd\u201d Wide grosgrain, cord, or webbing: <\/b>10\u201d. Should fit through the slots on the cord lock. This can be the same tape as the binding, sewn in half.
\n1\u201d Wide grosgrain or binding tape: <\/b>~15\u201d
\nBuckles or velcro:<\/b> 2-3 buckles or velcro straps etc, to strap the finished sack in place<\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.ripstopbytheroll.com<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.rockywoods.com<\/i><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.owfinc.com<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.seattlefabrics.com<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.refasten.ca<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
\nwww.extremtextil.de<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n
\nHardware only:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n
\n <\/i>www.hudson4supplies.com<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
\nwww.mozetsupplies.ca<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n