We decided to make canvas bags as a nice and simple project. We started by searching for quote and picture ideas on the internet. We wanted something quite sassy and memorable, but still something that looks cool.
We had a sample canvas bag, that was bought from an actual store, so figuring out the measurements was no problem. We consulted our teacher on how to sew the straps, but otherwise we cut out the fabrics and sewed them ourselves.To ensure the durability, our straps are folded 4 times.
Many of us tie-dyed the bag before putting the prints.
The prints were a struggle, because there was a lot of confusion on how to iron the prints on the fabric. Some had to be ironed the wrong way (so like a mirror image), and some letters had to be cut out of the printed paper very carefully, so the color of the paper wouldn't show on the textile. Some of us failed a lot at this phase, and had to do things again.
We had originally planned for the bags to take only one or two lessons, but we failed at planning, mainly because the printing took so long and it was so problematic. In the end, the whole project took around three months to complete. Some of us are satisfied, and some feel like there is room for improvement. Many of us use the bags daily.
Meri, Karla, Tyyra, Molly, Millie 9B
