How to Make Fabric Grow Bags

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  • @elizabethrogers6897
    @elizabethrogers6897 4 роки тому +7

    I use thick 15yr landscape fabric from the home improvement stores it you can order it online. I doubled it and that was 8 years ago. They are still good as new. I looked at some thick felt but was worried it would break down too quickly due to the felting process. I LOVE your video. I have been a seamstress for years selling quilted bags and this is great for new gardeners!!!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +3

      Thank you. I am also wondering about the felt. It held up perfectly last year. I have several bags from landscape fabric as well now. I suspect the landscape fabric will hold up longer, but my felt was free, so no problem. I’m glad to hear you thought this video is helpful. I mostly just quilt so I’m not a real pro at different sewing techniques but I do my best 😊.

  • @indyw3458
    @indyw3458 4 роки тому +3

    This video is exactly what I was looking for. I wanted to know how to make grow bags from thick felted fabric; landscape fabric doubled up is also interesting too. A great video. Thank you so much!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +1

      I’m glad you found what you needed. I’m on my second year with them and they held up very well. In fact I made more with felt backed landscape fabric in a single layer.

    • @indyw3458
      @indyw3458 4 роки тому

      Prairie Plantgirl, thank you for responding. I’m planning to grow organic veg and herbs this year. I was wondering (and hope you can help,) have you managed to put any strong carrying handles on bigger grow bags? If so, can you put up a video of have to attach them with added strength. Thank you!

  • @claudettemonty4077
    @claudettemonty4077 4 роки тому +3

    OMG I have the same fabric in Polypropylene (the last one you did) and I didn't know what to do with that roll!!! Thanks to you, now I know and will do like you!!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      That’s great. It worked well for me last year. I had to be a little more careful with watering that one as the water drains out that fabric quicker than the felt it seemed.

  • @pgnanofarm9776
    @pgnanofarm9776 5 років тому +2

    The bags came out really awesome. Cant wait to see them being planted in.

  • @ltlbnsgarden
    @ltlbnsgarden 5 років тому +2

    That is such a great idea! I bet they are going to do great with anything you plant in them 😊

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому

      Thank you. The felt ones feel very similar to the smart pots bags so I think it will come down to craftsmanship with how they hold up.

  • @DeepSouthTexas
    @DeepSouthTexas 5 років тому

    Looks like a high tech sewing machine. I hope the bags hold up. 🤠

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому

      I upgraded my machine two years ago. It is very high tech next to what I had, but still nowhere near top of the line. Costco special. I am interested to see how these bags do over the next season.

  • @MYPERMACULTUREGARDEN
    @MYPERMACULTUREGARDEN 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for sharing !!! Awesome ! I’ll be checking back to see what you plant and how they grow ! Great video !

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому

      I’m glad you like them. I plan to put potatoes in them this year.

  • @malykhang6554
    @malykhang6554 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you. I've been wanting to try grow bags in my garden. I will definitely try this.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      It is very easy to make them with basic sewing skills. I made several more this year.

  • @deborahchilds6030
    @deborahchilds6030 4 роки тому

    Thank you. Your video was lovely to watch. Love the cup of coffee too! I would love to bags made in different colors.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      Thank you. I bet you could play a game of “spot the coffee” in most of my videos 😊. I made more pots this year I liked these so much.

  • @alteredLori
    @alteredLori 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome!!!! I have bought some bags. They are not cheap but I felt they were worth it. BUT sitting next to my sewing machine is a HUGE piece of black felt. (did I mention I work at Joann's lol) and thought can you use this instead of the landscape fabric? My Guardian Angel led me to you! I want to make some gallon ones for my tomato plants to grow inside till it times to transplant! Thank you soooooooooooooo much!!! New subscriber and off to check your other vids! Blessings!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  2 роки тому

      I’m so happy you found my video. Welcome to the channel.

  • @EssayonsFG
    @EssayonsFG 5 років тому +1

    Awesome project. This looks a lot more durable than some of the ones we bought years ago that fell apart after a couple years in the garden.
    Cheers,
    Rob

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +1

      I hope they work out. I’ll let you know at the end of the season.

    • @kandimegahan7844
      @kandimegahan7844 4 роки тому +1

      Mine were supposed to be the best, but at the start of the 3rd year they had holes in them.

  • @herbrand47
    @herbrand47 2 роки тому

    Loved your video Prairie Plantgirl. I use Coat's outdoor thread which is also UV for sewing mine on a sewing machine. I am installed in Queensland, Australia.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  2 роки тому

      I have never thought to use outdoor thread for this. That is a good idea.

  • @mariecurrie7657
    @mariecurrie7657 5 років тому +4

    I've saved this to my library for future use. I love the seam flattening technique and the corners are perfect. I'll definitely be making some of these for the new place.
    I moved my machines to B.C. so this year I'll be using the small Superstore reusable shopping bags (at 98 cents each I thought why not?!). They have handles & are made of woven polyester (99% recycled post consumer waste) & washable... They should last for years. I'll feature them in a video in a few weeks.
    I troll the fabric remnant bins a lot but the diy stores have great deals on the landscape fabric in the winter too.
    Thanks for the instructions!

    • @trollforge
      @trollforge 5 років тому +1

      Marie, I tried the ones from Wallyworld a few years ago and they didn't last the season, the ones that look like they are made from woven tarp might be worth trying though.

    • @mariecurrie7657
      @mariecurrie7657 5 років тому +1

      @@trollforge Oh, I know those... They're crap. The fabric is a composite (rather than woven) & they're a lot thinner than the Superstore ones. Of course if rodents want in, there's not much hope...

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +3

      I’m glad you found this worth saving. It must be difficult having some things in one province and some in another.
      I’ve thought about the shopping bags but wondered how they’d hold up. Looks like you’ve all got this figured out.

    • @williamcolemansgardenandal9017
      @williamcolemansgardenandal9017 5 років тому +1

      I haven't really tried bags before and I've seen the reusable shopping bags and wondered. How do they keep the water in?

    • @mariecurrie7657
      @mariecurrie7657 5 років тому

      @@williamcolemansgardenandal9017 the fabric bags should be porous (like felt or landscape fabric bags do), so they should be permeable.

  • @freakygardener8033
    @freakygardener8033 2 роки тому

    Good video! I am trying to do my gardening as cheaply as possible, so I am using repurposed buckets, and totes, that otherwise would have gone in the trash! I have been curious about how so many people have been talking about using bags, so I just might have to try this too.

  • @nono-fo5ls
    @nono-fo5ls 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you! Finally i found a tutorial on this

  • @FarmerG
    @FarmerG 5 років тому

    I never would have thought of that. Great idea. 👍👍

  • @considertheant2292
    @considertheant2292 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the detailed info

  • @charwipff8622
    @charwipff8622 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much I really appreciate the instructions

  • @iamrupal
    @iamrupal 4 роки тому +1

    I’m going to make these! Thanks.

  • @GreenPumpkin767
    @GreenPumpkin767 3 роки тому

    Great idea😊😊😊

  • @OldMotherLogo
    @OldMotherLogo 4 роки тому

    Thank you. I’m going to try this. I just learned about grow bags. I bought some felt to line a balcony planter because those fiber liners are $13 each! No way.. The piece I bought was at the end of the bolt so she just gave me the last 1/2 yard and I’ll try making some small pots out of the extras. Also appreciate the information about the watering with the felt.

  • @chrismorales2508
    @chrismorales2508 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the content!

  • @kandimegahan7844
    @kandimegahan7844 4 роки тому

    I'm not a sewer, don't have a machine, but this simple project has inspired me. As a newbie, I need incremental steps to be shown because this is not intuitive for me. I think you did a pretty good job with slowing it down for all the novices out here. I do have 2 questions:
    1. What would happen if I made four corners at the base instead of two.
    2. What might one do if they want round bags instead of square/ rectangular?
    I hope to find the "outcome" video so I can see the bags in action later that year.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      I think four corners would give you a square bag. Mine actually turn out round. I don’t think I did a specific follow up on these bags last year. I’m sure they are in videos of potatoes or tomatoes growing as I had done of each in them. They held up well and I just refilled them with potatoes for this year.

    • @kandimegahan7844
      @kandimegahan7844 4 роки тому

      Aww! Thank you.

  • @GardenloveHomestead
    @GardenloveHomestead 5 років тому +1

    That's a great idea! Have you done this before? Nevermind, saw that is your 1st time. Im curious hownplants will do.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому

      I’m just planning on putting potatoes in them this year so I think that will be a safe test. I’ll update as the season goes.

    • @Southernsunsetters
      @Southernsunsetters 4 роки тому

      Prairie Plantgirl Hi there, I am thinking of making a few grow bags out of random fabric I have here. I just want to know how it went with the felt material? Did you have any issues during growing and harvest? I can’t really afford polypropylene. Thank you ❤️

  • @vidili68
    @vidili68 5 років тому

    Hi there
    A good cup of coffee is all way good
    Keep on growing Have a good day 👍👍😁

  • @barbaragravett2642
    @barbaragravett2642 Рік тому

    What is the name of your sewing machine. I love the features your showing

  • @harpreetsinghnirdosh4734
    @harpreetsinghnirdosh4734 5 років тому +1

    Very nice video thanks

  • @donnawolf4024
    @donnawolf4024 4 роки тому

    I'm eyeing a big piece of grey felt in my workroom. Thanks for the video!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      I’d love to hear how it works out if you try it. I’ve been really happy with mine.

  • @SuesSecretGarden3
    @SuesSecretGarden3 5 років тому

    Thanks for sharing I will try it as well.

  • @NSNG1540
    @NSNG1540 4 роки тому

    This is a nice technique and fast method aswell.. Btw that sewing machine is awesome. Loved it.. thanks for the video 👌👍

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      Thank you. I wanted a design that was fast and easy. A potato bag doesn’t need to be fancy. That sewing machine has been the most wonderful upgrade from my last one. I bought it at Costco.

  • @Celestes_Nest
    @Celestes_Nest 5 років тому +1

    This is really AWESOME 🙌!!!

  • @laiduong4979
    @laiduong4979 Рік тому

    please show me how to buy fabric grow bag so i need do it

  • @paulbraga4460
    @paulbraga4460 4 роки тому

    is geotextile suitable for air pruning bags?

  • @mauricebrown9094
    @mauricebrown9094 3 роки тому

    Happy Mother's Day 2021.As much as i liked this video, i cant help wonder why a couple of years later you bought some bigger ones for your ( not sure if we will stay here ) garden. As time goes on, one would normally try to perfect there idea, make them stronger etc etc so you wouldn't have to buy them. Sure i am only a couple of years out of America and i loved buying stuff from Amazon, but if you have the know how & sewing machine would you not continue down that road. ??Just a thought..

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  3 роки тому +1

      I would have to travel to another city to shop for this type of fabric. That fabric would almost certainly cost more than the price of the raised beds I purchased. Also, when I ordered these I was already spending every free minute creating quilts for family to cuddle under during outside winter visits during Covid.

    • @mauricebrown9094
      @mauricebrown9094 3 роки тому

      @@PrairiePlantgirl I am so sorry that Covid 19 is still running out of control in your greater part of the world. Do you have any pictures of the lovely quilts you were making.?? Do you still make them.?? Are any of your designs culturally Saskatchewan.?? How big are they.??

  • @mrskimmieg
    @mrskimmieg 4 роки тому +2

    Great tutorial! Thank you. Was there a big difference in the durability and performance of the felt and landscape fabric?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +2

      Not a huge difference. As any grow bag they need a slow soaking of water to saturate the soil so it isn’t just running through the sides and out the bags. I felt the landscape fabric dried slightly quicker and gapped from the soil, making this more of an issue. Not a huge deal though, just be sure you are watering slowly to the center of the soil. They both held up perfectly and are currently full of planted potatoes.

  • @ajab3927
    @ajab3927 8 місяців тому

    How do you make a round bag?

  • @arvellataratuta2150
    @arvellataratuta2150 3 роки тому

    I’m interested in a very large grow bag. I think 40” across and probably 10 or 12” tall. Wondering how to measure for a bag like this. Our hardware sells one that costs $50 and I saw one on Amazon for about $38. It would be like a portable raised bed.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  3 роки тому

      I would just transfer up the measurements from this video until you get to the size you want. I’m not a professional seamstress, I don’t have a formula. I just manipulated the fabric until I had the size I wanted. I would guess you want to start with a piece about 42”x 60”. I haven’t made one of these bags in a few years, but that’s my best guess. You may want to add a piece of fabric as strapping across the inside middle (at the top) for that size of bag. I’ve heard they can splay open with very large sizes. Id love to hear how it turns out.

  • @pabinmagar3520
    @pabinmagar3520 3 роки тому

    Great video!! Where can i find those kind of fabric? look every where but i can only find plastic weed barrier do there plastic weed barrier works aswel? Thanks

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  3 роки тому +1

      I’ve used a fabric felted weed barrier that I purchase from the hardware store or Costco. It works well. The plastic weed barrier drains too fast and falls apart too much in my opinion. The fabric I used came as padding for a shipped appliance.

  • @ajab3927
    @ajab3927 8 місяців тому

    Do you have to put holes at the bottom for drainage?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  8 місяців тому

      No. The bag is fabric so water leaches out of it.

  • @TheMessyKitchen_1
    @TheMessyKitchen_1 4 роки тому +2

    I am glad I came across this video. I have some old jeans , can I make grow bags with it or does it have to be felt ? TIA!

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      I think the main thing would be for it to be able to hold the weight of all that soil and water. Denim would likely work well and look interesting too. I think it’s a great idea. I just made more yesterday from felt backed landscape fabric I had laying around.

    • @TheMessyKitchen_1
      @TheMessyKitchen_1 4 роки тому

      Thanks for quick reply. Please show what you grow in these bags you are making

  • @suzpausz7946
    @suzpausz7946 Рік тому

    I have a bunch of duck cloth, do you think that would work if it were doubled?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  Рік тому

      I’m not familiar with duck cloth, but I think any heavy duty fabric that can absorb some moisture would work for a grow bag. If it can’t absorb moisture then I think the water will run through the bag too quickly to give the plants a good water. Using a very slow drip water would allow it more time to absorb into the soil before running out of the bag.

  • @crazysquirrel9425
    @crazysquirrel9425 3 роки тому +2

    Get a size 24 woman's pair of blue jeans/blue jean shorts.
    Tie off the legs if it has them or sew the legs shut for the shorts.
    Zip the zipper, fill with soil. Plant something.
    Cheap grow bag (Most times it can be free or very cheap).
    Just wash in plain water with distilled white vinegar, line dry.
    No soap. Soft water would be a plus.
    Or rainwater.

  • @kschallert3569
    @kschallert3569 4 роки тому

    You might want to mention which folded end you're sewing..... the dimensions are good to know, but which end is up? I'm not site a rectangular bag is good for planting....

  • @valoriegriego5212
    @valoriegriego5212 3 роки тому

    Nice!🙂

  • @kandy4u49t
    @kandy4u49t 3 роки тому

    Do u love your sewing machine

  • @parmbirdhaliwal6311
    @parmbirdhaliwal6311 4 роки тому

    Hi there
    I could not get landscape fabric for self wicking buckets. Do you think I should should use felt instead. When felt remain submurged in water , how long it can last. ? The second option I will try is jeans cloth

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +1

      I’ve never tried self wicking buckets. I’ve heard of people using denim and old towels. I would expect felt would work too. I don’t know how well it holds up to submersion.

  • @SuffolkSusie
    @SuffolkSusie 5 років тому +1

    👍great video - 💡smart 💡

  • @newhorizonsintuitiveguidance
    @newhorizonsintuitiveguidance 4 роки тому

    So how did these felt bags work out for you? What did you plant in the? Did you make some more? Did you try landscape fabric as suggested? Will you do an update video on your bags?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      You can see my homemade bags in many of my gardening videos where I am working dealing with my container grown veg. I have these and more that I’ve made from landscape fabric (the heavier variety). I’ve grown potatoes, peppers, tomatoes, and possibly more that I’m not thinking of right now. They work well, but as with all fabric bags, dry out quickly in a climate like mine. I like them and was just contemplating making some larger 2’x6’ fabric beds from landscape fabric.

  • @jasminericee
    @jasminericee 4 роки тому

    can you use canvas fabrics for this? like those of tote bags?

  • @AhmadKoutiani
    @AhmadKoutiani 5 років тому

    felt is good enough for pot? it should be moisture all time.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +1

      It is very much like the grow bags you can buy in the stores. I grew potatoes and tomatoes in these pots with success this year. All grow bags need more watering, but they make for a healthy root system with good oxygen exchange.

  • @ornobinnovationyou3523
    @ornobinnovationyou3523 3 роки тому

    madam which gsm you used

  • @kingpin5210
    @kingpin5210 10 місяців тому

    If using landscape fabric, make sure you are buying fabric that is free of chemicals. A better option is 2 ounce black bottom from an upholstery supply. It is the material used to cover underneath the sofa or chair. No costic chemicals included, and is much less expensive! just over $1 per

  • @charliefa8160
    @charliefa8160 4 роки тому

    I have a felt blanket i don't use. Do you think it will work?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      Worth a try if you aren’t using it for anything else.

  • @DesiChulhaOfficial
    @DesiChulhaOfficial 5 років тому +1

    Like 4 awesome bag 👍👍👍👍👍stay connected 👉🔔🔔🔔

  • @sandeep_sandana1350
    @sandeep_sandana1350 4 роки тому

    Can we use any type of fabric?

  • @jamiebjorklund288
    @jamiebjorklund288 5 років тому

    Great video! How did the grow bags end up working for you?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +2

      They worked very well, just like any you’d purchase. Grow bags promote great root health, but lose water quickly.

  • @ralfielicious
    @ralfielicious 4 роки тому

    Thanks, very interesting. A couple of questions - do you have to punch drainage holes? I see this is from last year, so can you tell us how well they held up, and if they are reusable this year?

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +4

      As they are fabric moisture and air move through all parts of the container. This is great for getting oxygen to the roots, you do have to be more careful to slowly water to make sure the soil is thoroughly wet and water hasn’t just drained through. I currently have them planted with potatoes for this year. They held up very well, just like those you’d purchase.

  • @williamcolemansgardenandal9017
    @williamcolemansgardenandal9017 5 років тому +3

    If it's not a sowing video it's a flippin' sewing video, there's no getting away from it at this time of year. The bags look great PPG, have you used bags before? 🍺

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +1

      I know how you were tiring of the sowing video so I thought I’d switch things up for you 😀. Into the sewing room we go.

  • @roryleitner1532
    @roryleitner1532 2 місяці тому

    People that grow in fabric planting bags need to be aware, that dyes and chemicals can be present in the fabric they choose.

  • @quintaldacor
    @quintaldacor 4 роки тому

    Has anyone had success using raw cotton for this?

    • @jojoc9602
      @jojoc9602 3 роки тому

      You are a bloody genius, what an inspiration you are, thank you for all the ideas. ... Jo from England :)

  • @kandimegahan7844
    @kandimegahan7844 4 роки тому

    How do I contact you directly with a question, Prairie Girl?

    • @kandimegahan7844
      @kandimegahan7844 4 роки тому

      I'm wondering how these would work out with felt from hemp. I'm just so persnickety about what I grow my food in. But I don't know fabrics.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому

      Thank you but I am not looking for extra work right now.

  • @free2binnh
    @free2binnh 4 роки тому +2

    The real grow bags have round bottoms, they should be easy to make if I can find the right fabric, a problem with everything shut down. You need to use thread designed for outside use.

  • @mariawirth2099
    @mariawirth2099 4 роки тому

    Sorry for not liking the video. It was great, but I needed to know the type of felt. If you have the type I would like

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  4 роки тому +1

      It’s your choice to thumbs up or not. I don’t know the type of felt as it was wrapped around an appliance we received. I’ve also used different types of landscape fabric (felt backed and fabric style). They all work well. Thanks for your comment.

  • @trollforge
    @trollforge 5 років тому +1

    I used to have a sewing room, then my sister moved in...

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +1

      Ah, that happens. She should become your seamstress as part of her rent 😀.

    • @trollforge
      @trollforge 5 років тому

      @@PrairiePlantgirl except I sew better than everyone else in the house...

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +2

      Well now that’s a problem. I’m sure she could live in a closet or something 😊...maybe that kind of thinking is why my relatives don’t stay with me 🤔

  • @bobbrawley2612
    @bobbrawley2612 5 років тому

    Well I have access to a sewing machine and a ton of fabric suitable for grow bags . But in the sizes I want .tall grow bags 9 inches diameter by 14 inches tall they are so cheap online. Say $1 to $ 1. 20 that . Well. You get my driff.

    • @PrairiePlantgirl
      @PrairiePlantgirl  5 років тому +3

      Bob Brawley I couldn’t find the size I wanted cheap. The best ones I could find were turned around at the border after two months of waiting. I decided to make my own. This fabric was free and it took very little time.

  • @MM-sq5pf
    @MM-sq5pf 2 роки тому

    You lost me at sewing machine lol