I had recently bought a packing cube. I wanted to make one of those by my own but i don't know how to sew. I saw several video tutorials and made a few of those but they are a mess. In this video now i can see what i was doing wrong! You've done a great job explaining the whole process, so thank you so much!
If the math is the obstacle then hopefully this will help you. I find that clipping the curves helps a great deal if the calculations are off a bit. Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)
If you wanted to make a bigger packing cube what formula do you use to make the zipper and sides? Like a 12x12 or 14x14? Thank you I so enjoy your tutorials
Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)
If the math is the obstacle then hopefully this will help you. I find that clipping the curves helps a great deal if the calculations are off a bit. Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)
I had recently bought a packing cube. I wanted to make one of those by my own but i don't know how to sew. I saw several video tutorials and made a few of those but they are a mess. In this video now i can see what i was doing wrong! You've done a great job explaining the whole process, so thank you so much!
You are so welcome.
I made it and it works great!! Thank you for this pattern and tutorial!!
I couldn't find decently priced natural fiber packing cubes anywhere so decided to make it myself out of linen/cotton blend. I love it
Great. Thanks for trying it.
I like this idea, but I've never seen ripstop fabric or mesh in my fabric store. What are good sources for these fabrics?
It should be in the utility fabric section f your fabric store. If not you can find it on Amazon.
awesome! thank you so much!
You're welcome!
Love this!!🥳👍
Thank you!!
Loved your video. How would I adjust for different sizes??
Good question! Just exponentially increase the measurements that you have to make them smaller or larger. the process is exactly the same.
If the math is the obstacle then hopefully this will help you. I find that clipping the curves helps a great deal if the calculations are off a bit. Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)
If you wanted to make a bigger packing cube what formula do you use to make the zipper and sides? Like a 12x12 or 14x14? Thank you I so enjoy your tutorials
To be honest I do not know. I just generally experiment using paper. I wish I could be more help.
Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)
If I want a specific size (11x7x4.5), how much seam allowance do I need to add to the finished size?
You can add any seam allowance you like to the finished dimensions but 3/8" is a good amount.
Then that means I am nobody cuz I can’t do this
Is there something I can help you with?
If the math is the obstacle then hopefully this will help you. I find that clipping the curves helps a great deal if the calculations are off a bit. Perimeter is 2(L+W). For a 12x12 you'd calculate 2(12+12) = 2(24) = 48. Since the original pattern calls for the outer ring to be cut at 36" you can do solve for a ratio. x/48:36/40. x/48 =36/40. Cross multiply 40x =48*36. Simplify the right side 40x=1728. Solve for x 1728/40 =43.2 (you can round up to 43 1/4 if you have the ruler, cut at exactly 43.2.)