TUTORIAL PLASTIC CANVAS BAG / PURSE / HANDBAG

Summary

In this detailed DIY Plastic Canvas Bag Tutorial, Citra Akiri takes you through every step to create a stylish and sturdy plastic canvas bag. The video covers the essential materials, including plastic canvas, chenille yarn, fluffy yarn, and a chain strap. Citra demonstrates the process from start to finish, teaching viewers how to sew the body of the bag, attach magnetic buttons, and join the sides for a seamless, neat finish. The tutorial concludes with tips on adding ornaments and straps for a personalized touch, making it perfect for crafters of all levels.

Takeaways

• 😀 You will need materials like plastic canvas, chain strap, a hook, a magnetic button, ornament, darning needle, and chenille and fluffy yarn for the bag project.
• 😀 To start, cut chenille yarn 5 times the width of the canvas (17 times), insert it into the needle, and sew every 4 little squares of the canvas.
• 😀 Sew the yarn from side to side, keeping it tidy. If the yarn tangles, be careful to untangle it before continuing.
• 😀 Once you reach the end of the row, insert the excess yarn into the back of the canvas and cut any remaining pieces.
• 😀 Repeat the process for all 17 rows, ensuring each new row overlaps the previous one for neat results.
• 😀 For the last (17th) row, sew through the middle of the canvas, using only 3 squares.
• 😀 For the sides, use fluffy yarn cut 10 times the width of the canvas, double-threaded, and sew over the previous row stitches.
• 😀 When sewing the sides, make sure to overlap each row's stitch to create a sturdy finish.
• 😀 Attach the magnetic button by first inserting the thinner side into the canvas and using a needle to hide the hook to prevent pinching.
• 😀 To join the two sides of the canvas, sew with fluffy yarn (6 times the length of the canvas) and double-thread for strength, ensuring to sew corners twice for durability.
• 😀 Once the sides are joined, continue sewing along the edges with fluffy yarn until the canvas is fully covered. Hide excess yarn to complete the project, and optionally add an ornament and chain strap for decoration.

Q & A

What materials are needed for this plastic canvas bag tutorial?

The materials needed for the tutorial are plastic canvas, a chain strap, a hook for the bag strap, a magnetic button, an ornament, a darning needle, a tool to help insert the yarn (mata nenek), chenille yarn, and fluffy yarn. These items can be purchased from Shopee Indonesia or Etsy.

How should the chenille yarn be prepared for the first step?

You need to prepare chenille yarn that is 5 times the width of the canvas, 17 times in total. Insert the yarn into the needle and sew every 4 small squares of the canvas from side to side.

What should you do if the yarn gets tangled during sewing?

If the yarn gets tangled, be careful and untangle it as you go. Keep your sewing neat by ensuring that the yarn is not twisted or knotted.

How do you ensure the sewing rows overlap correctly?

To ensure neat results, you should overlap the previous row slightly with each new row. This method will help cover the canvas evenly and create a cleaner finish.

What is the process for sewing the sides of the bag?

For the sides, you will use fluffy yarn, which should be 10 times the width of the canvas for two sides. Double thread the yarn for extra thickness and sturdiness, and follow the video to stitch from side to side, overlapping the previous stitches.

How do you attach the magnetic button to the bag?

First, decide which side will be the inside and which side will be the outside. Attach the thinner side of the magnetic button to the inside, and use a needle to pull a bit of yarn to prevent it from getting pinched. Then attach the thicker side to the outside following the same procedure.

How do you stitch the sides together after attaching the magnetic button?

To join the sides together after attaching the button, prepare fluffy yarn, double thread it, and sew each corner twice for added sturdiness. Continue sewing along the sides until the two parts are securely joined.

What is the technique for sewing the final side of the bag?

For the final side, use fluffy yarn about 10 times the length of the canvas (or more, depending on the size). Double thread the yarn, and sew each corner twice for durability. Continue sewing along the side until the entire edge is securely stitched.

How do you finish the stitching and hide any excess yarn?

Once you've finished stitching, carefully hide any excess yarn by pulling it through to the back side of the canvas. Cut off any remaining yarn to create a neat and clean finish.

Can you add decorative elements like ornaments to the bag?

Yes, once the basic structure of the bag is complete, you can attach ornaments and a strap (chain) to personalize and complete your design.