Summer is the time for long-awaited vacations, for which you should prepare without missing a single detail. A beach bag is a must-have for storing your essentials. Should I buy it in a store or maybe it’s better to try to sew it myself? It's not difficult at all.
Model selection
To start It is necessary to think through several important nuances:
Capacity. Typically, the bag contains a towel, swimsuit, beach flip-flops, glasses, etc. It is practical to have an internal zippered pocket for small money, keys and a cell phone so that they do not accidentally fall out. You need to grab a light snack; the pattern must include patch pockets for various small items.
Weight and comfort. Choose dense but lightweight materials. Leather or suede are very heavy, so they are not suitable. Pay attention to the handles so that you can carry them on your shoulder.
Textile. A suitable material should not only protect the contents from the hot sun, but also from moisture and sand.The main thing is that the accessory holds its shape well and dries quickly.
Particular attention should be paid to pens. They should be durable, but not stretch, and be comfortable on the shoulders. If the selected material is not too dense, it can be wrapped in fabric to match the bag itself.
Colors. Cheerful and rich colors are trending – it’s summer, after all. A riot of colors and extraordinary color combinations are welcome.
Important! Darker fabric tones seem to be the most practical, but do not forget that they will attract the sun like a magnet, although the pollution will be less visible. Light-colored fabrics get dirty quickly.
Designers recommend take bright colored fabrics with large patterns. If you want to impress with your sophisticated style, then The ideal option would be a beach bag to match your swimsuit or tunic. The trend is yellow-orange, red and green shades.
For conservatives, there are traditional white and blue shades with polka dots or vest-type stripes.
Choosing fabric for a beach bag
Fashion trends:
- Knitted - for those who know how to crochet or knit.
- Wicker - using macrame technique. They look especially impressive with a similar hat or one made from straw.
- Oilcloth. Models made from shiny oilcloth look bright. Pair them with bright shorts, a top and stylish, defiant glasses, and you will look great.
- From fabric. This is the simplest thing - sew it from scrap materials using a sewing machine. There are always some leftover fabrics or items that are no longer needed in the house. Modern fashion denies any restrictions; everything that is extraordinary in color, shape and materials is in trend. But denim, linen, burlap, rope, vinyl and nylon are more practical for the beach.
Important! The material for a beach bag should not deform when heated under the sun. It is better to leave the bags under the canopy, not to get them wet. With these simple steps you will prolong their service life. If they get dirty, it is better to wash them in a washing machine up to 30 degrees.
- Patchwork patchwork technique – an original option for a bright summer.
Helpful tips before sewing
The simplicity of execution is captivating. You won’t spend much time on a beach bag, and the result depends only on the design. You can decorate it to your taste.
If you doubt the correctness of your own pattern, you can take ready-made ones suggested by experts. This will reduce sewing time, and the cutting accuracy will be perfect.
Advice. For greater effect, so that the product does not differ from that purchased in a boutique, use sewing pins. Align the seams well to avoid fabric flapping. Possible defects cannot be removed with an iron.
From the first minutes, be careful and attentive to details, and it is better to trim and process the excess.
If you are using new fabric, it is better to steam iron the fabric thoroughly before starting sewing. This will prevent shrinkage of the material. After the first wash, the finished handbag may lose its appearance due to deformation.
Before cutting out any part, pay attention to the longitudinal and transverse threads of the fabric. The new material “sits” in length. It’s easy to determine the direction: any textile stretches a little only in width.
Important! It’s better not to make a cardboard frame; if it gets wet, it will limp. It is more practical to reinforce the bottom of the product with several layers of fabric.
If you only have thin and soft fabric, then you will have to connect all the parts with adhesive material. The consumption will be double, since all elements should be glued. Threads are selected to match or, conversely, contrasting ones for finishing. Therefore, it is easier to sew from dense and coarse fabric.
Form
Any item should look harmonious in the overall image of the housewife, complementing it well.
Popular models:
- Square or rectangular. Essentially it's a beach mat.
- Bag (mini-backpack) is convenient for hiking, because the handles are adapted to be worn behind the back.
- Transformer – a universal solution.
How to quickly sew a beach bag without a pattern?
There are many options for sewing without cutting out parts.
From a rug and cords
Will do old rug and rough thick cords. Having chosen the desired width, fold the product in half, two seams - and the super bag is ready. You need to measure and sew wide strips of fabric to the base to attach the handles. Then you need 2 thick cords - thread them through the fastenings and tie knots at the ends.
Please note: the model will be flat. You can decorate it with a patch, a large rough brooch, or something else.
From a frilly skirt
Can reuse an old frilly skirt. If you connect the bottom of the penultimate frill, you get a creative model. Wide handles made from several layers of the same fabric will give the product a romantic look.
From a towel
A universal solution is made from a bath towel. Fast and stylish! Pockets of any size can be sewn on top, one inside with a zipper.
Patchwork style
First choose the size of the bag. It is easier to sew strips of the same height, but different in color. It will be a little more difficult to sew together patches of different sizes to make two equal rectangles.
Then the handles are made.
Necessary materials
For any bag you will need tools and materials:
- a piece of dense (rough) fabric of the required size;
- cords or thick tape for comfortable handles;
- long zipper;
- scissors;
- threads to match the product or contrasting - 1 spool.
For decoration you can choose nautical themed fittings (shells, anchors), large colored beads, various rhinestones, fasteners, appliqués, etc.
Step by Step Actions
Sequence of work:
- Take a fabric - a square (rectangle), be sure to be thick, and fold it in half. You need to work on the wrong side. Estimate the width and height of the product.
- We sew the seams on the sides from bottom to top. Leave a 1 cm free edge at the top for hemming.
- The upper free edges must be processed, otherwise the material may unravel and lose its aesthetic appearance. If desired, you can trim it with a ribbon made of leather or satin of a suitable shade.
- Then turn the product inside out. At the top you can sew a zipper or sew a large decorative button.
- The last to be sewn (threaded) are two handles made of ribbons, fabric or cord.
Advice. The simplest model will become the highlight of your look if decorated with eye-catching fittings. If the material is monochromatic, apply an original pattern to it with special paints (indelible!). You can embroider the design on a sewing machine.
Patterns
A more complex solution is to cut the product according to patterns.
Design ideas
For beginners, it is better to choose easy sewing methods in a couple of hours. Then you can try your hand at more complex models. Creating something new is always interesting and exciting. You can involve the whole family in creativity.
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