My daughter told me to be sure to watch this video as we purchased some waxed canvas. I am a little shy in using. We did purchase some wax from Fabric Fun House to try to wax our own. Would be great if you would do a video on waxing if you have tired or have a interest. And I so appreciate all the comments. TY!!!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll look into it!

I have two dogs and at my home it’s always lively! Wouldn’t have it any other way! Good that your have them!

@SewGnar

Ай бұрын

The best!

This is the first time I’ve watched your channel. I like sewing canvas and I like your content. Thanks, really like your style. - Mike

@SewGnar

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I've been dieing to try this type of fabric!!! Thanks for all the tips... It is greatly appreciated!!!❤️

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Great video! By the way, I have used my blow dryer to heat up my waxed canvas to remove creases and white marks. I just keep the nozzle moving. I have also heard that a heat embossing tool can be used instead of a blow dryer.

You do beautiful work! And thanks for all the tips!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I did sew stuff as needed around the house over the years. I have had to put new zippers in everything from jackets to sofa cushions. Kids are tough on things. I am interested in improving my skills. Just found your videos. Not planning on quilting anything but it fascinates me to watch someone who knows what they are doing. Thanks!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video! Quilting is so calming but I don’t do it often either. I was obsessed with it around the time I made this video tho!

@Arrowhead173

Жыл бұрын

Lllllll

Awesome video! Thanks for all the tips. I can't wait to try quilting my waxed canvas!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped you!

Totally enjoyed your video. My son is almost finished with his veterinarian degree and he asked me to make him a "doctor bag". I am going to try it out of waxed canvas. Your tips were so helpful and encouraging!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

How cool! Glad you enjoyed the video!

With the waxed canvas it is the top stitching and contrast colors that make the difference. My daughter had made the Wristlet Clutch out of some waxed canvas. She didn't have any contrast coloring. In relooking at the video the Wristlet Clutch or the Paradigm bag would look really nice quilted.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! I have plans for that!

Nice. Love your presentation style, and your sense of design. Many people use a hot air heat gun to re-melt the waxed cotton. Non-contact, easy to moderate heat and area of aduustment.

Excellent informative video. Love seeing your furry kids too x

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks!

Thank you Nicol, I really ej this video as always. You have answered most of the questions I have had about waxed canvas. I have been wanting to make some toiletries bags for men.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! They’ll make great toiletries bags!

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing all you’ve learned

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!

Thanks. Very nice. Truly educational and pleasant to watch. I am making a waxed canvas knife bag. Adding some rivets. Will use your folded in-strap technique for the ties. Thanks.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Good tips. I am starting a duffel bag for my son. Glad I saw this first. Thanks

I have almost a yard of canvas left over from lining a bag. The pattern said I needed 1.5 yards of 54” fabric for the lining but I somehow ended up with almost a yard left over so I thought I’d make it into waxed canvas and am looking for something to make out of the waxed canvas. You’ve given me ideas!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

It’ll leave a build up one your machine bed too. Fabric Funhouse should offer to send on a roll. Yes more expensive but then you don’t have all the fold marks. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talents with us!

@surflvr1319

3 жыл бұрын

They absolutely do offer it, you’ll just have to send an email ahead of time and we can invoice you for the shipping. Easy peasy!

@stephanniemetz3610

3 жыл бұрын

Michele Huntington Excellent!!! I’ll have to check out your colors! I was really hoping to find a new supplier for waxed canvas!

@surflvr1319

3 жыл бұрын

Stephannie Metz awesome! We should be getting a few new colors before year’s end as well, so keep an eye out. 🤗

handy tips there - thank you. I have worn wax jackets, coats, jerkins and chaps for over 50 years and they are great. I soon learned that re-waxing is easy to do and saves a fortune if you make your own wax mixtures. In a lot of cases, it is easier to make the garment or bag before waxing. I would recommend fitting removable linings for jackets and the like. Makes for easy cleaning but if it is fixed in place, re-waxing requires skill and experience if the wax is not to bleed through. Wax is water and windproof but it does have a very cold wet feel to it and you do need an inner lining if you are going to be comfortable. Thanks for not adding annoying background music. So many folks do, and it makes impossible for my old ears to hear what they are saying

@SewGnar

5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video!

Great information, thank you!

Never apologise for dogs playing, in the background or anywhere else, just be grateful that you won a prize in the canine lottery. Also really nice work, planning to use something similar for my greyhounds new waxed coat.

‼️❤️THANK YOU ‼️ love your tutorial , I learn something that I did not know about sawing waxed fabric.

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video!

Nice job Nicole. Great information.

@SewGnar

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Really enjoyed the video have a few projects in mind ... well done.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I’m now inspired to do some waxed canvas projects - thanks!

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Have fun!

Thank you for another great tutorial

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

🥰

very interesting about this wax canvas, I never knew about this.. thank for sharing and keep in my mind later if I could get those kind of fabric.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a really cool fabric! I used it to line the pockets in my new travel bag and it’s great because it’s stiff and you don’t have to use interfacing!

@margarethanson50

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar awesome

Thanks for the tips! Great tutorial!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome!

Great video thanks. I've just purchased some waxed canvas so I thought I'd use foam and try a bit of quilting like yourself and sew on foam at the back as an interfacing in the hope that this would give it structure. Not sure yet if I'll use waterproof canvas for lining. I'd like to see how your one turned out.

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I sold the bag so I don’t have a picture of it anymore but you may be able to scroll down my insta page and find one!

Lots of great info, i very much appreciate it!

@SewGnar

9 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Really enjoyed your video. Might just give it a try.

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Have fun!

thxs a lot! i have become myself a huge fan of waxing fabrics :)

@SewGnar

8 ай бұрын

It’s so fun!!

Thanks! Very helpful!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Those bags looks wicked cool. How are you not a pro? They look awesome.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I think some people would say I am 😉

Another awesome video! And just at the right time for me. I’m making the same backpack and out of waxed canvas-both firsts for me, so I really appreciated all your tips. Can you tell me what you are using for a lining? Would using waterproof canvas be a dumb idea? I was thinking it would give the softer outer bag a little more structure???? I really enjoyed all your info! Thanks. 😊

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I made one with a WC lining and it wasn’t stiff at all due to not having any interfacing. If I were to do a WC interior again I’d use a sew in stabilizer.

This would be amazing to line the inside of leather projects. You're really good at what you do.

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Nicole, I am happy to tell you, as of today, I am no longer referring to you as Sew'Ga Nar, LOLOLOL, I LOVE your video's and patterns, you have me Obsessed wih Cork now, Thanks alot for that expense in my life! I appreciate you!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha sorry to add cork but it’s so worth it! And I get that pronunciation quite often so I’m not surprised!

Good tips! Love the quilting on foam idea. What weight canvas is it that you are using here? Also- I tried making straps out of only the waxed canvas and I didn't care for the waxy feel when I carried the bag. I ended up doing something similar to your straps but used cotton webbing as the bottom layer that sits next to the skin.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure the weight on the canvas, but I got it from Fabric Funhouse if you want to check there. And yeah, wax straps can be a bit weird, so thin too...

Great informative video. Can you please tell me what foam product you used as well as the product for strap finishing. Thank you.

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

FF77 by pellon!

Hello - thanks for the great tutorial. Why is the reason you fold the fabric in the grid pattern? I was trying to figure out if this just adds a cool effect to the fabric or if you used that instead of a marking tool. Thank you.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I use that instead of marking! Works great!

Oh wow I love your work, do you do tutorials on your bags please x

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Check out the channel, I have videos on all my patterns.

Great tips, thank you! I’ve been really excited to try waxed canvas but I have one concern I was hoping you could answer. Since the wax will melt at hot temperatures is there a problem with transfer onto clothing? For instance will wearing a waxed canvas backpack in the heat lead to the wax transferring onto a shirt?

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I haven’t had that issue. I would think you’d be find as you don’t wear a bag against your clothing for long enough for the wax to warm and wear off.

I'm interested in getting a rivet press like yours. Please give me some guidance on where you bought yours and the types and sizes of the rivets you use (where did you purchase the rivets?) Thanks so much. i love watching you !!!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I got mine from gold star, and I purchased two die sets but only use the bigger one (I don't recall it's size, likely around 9mm?). I usually get my rivets from all over the place but I just ordered thousands from a manufacturer so hopefully soon I can offer them for sale!

Great video! I have some waxed canvas that I tried last fall. It was scary to work with. I think I will try again with your ideas. I love the quilting look. Very cool. What was the pattern of the bags you showed as examples? The apricot colored one? Thanks so much

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

That is a pattern I made up! Considering writing it into a PDF.

Very cool video. Very insightful. I teach wilderness survival skills and am planning to make waxed canvas haversacks and some backpacks for some of my students. But my question is, is the foam you used closed cell, in that it won't absorb water, should any happen to get to the foam?

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I had no idea so I just drenched some foam in water and it beaded right off, so I guess the foam I use is closed cell!

@edgoad7129

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar Thank you for taking the time. Very good.

Thank you for this. I love the character of waxed cotton...so many similar characteristics of vintage leather. I love it for that. Do you have any patterns for bucket bags?

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

I do not have a bucket bag pattern. Swoon has a nice one!

That looks amazing! Thanks for sharing! Could you please share what’s the weight gsm of the fabric that you used in this backpack? I’d really appreciate if you could share. Thanks!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

It is 11.5oz, is that the same as GSM?

@dinakazakevich

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar yes, oz works as well, I can convert. thank you!

Thank you for the tips and tricks 👍. If I make a sling bag with waxed cotton/canvas will the wax rub off into your clothes as you walk and have the bag rubbing/hitting against you?

@rebekahkui

3 жыл бұрын

Ops i see someone asked somewhat similar question So I’ll look for that answer 👍

What kind of sewing foot are you using for the waxed cotton? Also tell me more about that interesting metal paintbrush thingie you were using at the end. :) Great video! I am gearing up to using Waxed canvas for the first time. This was helpful.

@WishyWashyMaybe

3 жыл бұрын

The little metal thingy is used in making signs with self adhesive vinyl. Like those "Cricket" machines for home crafting. You might try a Sign Shop for the " profession" version of a "vinyl weeding tool"

I always learn a lot from you. Thank you! I like that you are not an ‘expert’ but, like the rest of us, kind of learn as you go. I appreciate you sharing what you learned. It seems like every time I make a project, my biggest learnings are about the textiles I’m using so it helpful to see these tips.

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video!

I love sewing with waxed canvas fabric. Using parchment paper as a ironing cloth is a better option.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Genius!

@johnrhodes3350

3 жыл бұрын

Outdoors trades woodsmen, who make their own waxed pants, will often use a hot air gun. On the low setting it is much hotter than a hairdryer.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnrhodes3350 I have a high temp gun too but most don't so I didn't even think to mention it, great reminder tho!

I have some wax fabric but thought it was to thin lol now i see it isnt,I keep looking at it and wondering what to do with it, I like the idea of quilting it, do you just use your normal thread on on it ? thanks Nicole, now I have an idea how to use it, just got to pick a pattern to use it on

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, mettler 40 weight!

Soy de Argentina...Espectacular trabajo me encanto

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!! ❤️

Love it! 😘

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Thank you for the tutorial. When seeing straps from waxed canvas, you used two different colors, which I liked, however, I do not have enough of one color to use as the accent. I’m wondering is it ok to use the same color for both the inside and outside straps?

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Of course!

Oh... I was going to say, if you know of a leather person little leather donut washers work great in fill out the rivet space!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

You can eliminate all the folding by just using the quilt ruler attachment that comes w most domestic machines. You can adjust spacing to whatever you choose. Always start quilting in the middle :).

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know that I have that foot, I’ll have to check! And yeah, I always start in the middle with the quilting so I don’t get bubbles!

Hi Nicole!!! One of my first bags I made was inspired by you and using cork fabric. I made two Dollie mini crossbody bags and they came out beautifully so thanks! Now I'm making a sling bag with waxed canvas and want to quilt the front panel. It has a zipper so how do I accomplish the quilting with a zipper in the middle? BTW, LOVE your tattoos! Thanks!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I’d quilt the front panel before adding the zipper! And thanks, I catch some flack for my tattoos by some folks for some reason 🙄

@rholly2130

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, quilt b4 zipper. So the zipper for pocket is to be added in the middle of the front panel going from left to right, making a "whole" for the zipper. Won't that process cut the stitches of the quilting? Thanks for responding so quickly!

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I would quilt it then sew it to the zip tape right sides together and flip it so the stitches aren’t cut. Is that what you’re asking?

Thank you very much for this amazing video. What type of thread you using? Is it waxed cotton thread or just normal polyester and what size? Many thanks!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I always put what I use in the description box, for this I used mettler thread size 49, not waxed!

@mei-wenwang3665

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar Thank you.

I enjoy & appreciate your KZread posts. Can you tell me if the orange bag in this video is your design. I love the cross hatch you did on it and love your work.

@SewGnar

7 күн бұрын

That’s an old design that I never put out… but it’s on my list!

I'm looking to upgrade my machine. I really like the Juki TL models. Looking at the 2010Q. Have you felt it has held you back with anything you've wanted to do? So many people spring for the full on industrial machine.

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

I don’t feel like it’s held me back however my more affordable Janome machine did everything I do on this juki. I personally would go for a full industrial or I’d go a cheaper route and get a Janome again.

@MaceOfAce

Жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar Thanks for the reply! Now I really have to do some thinking. Maybe I should hang on to my Singer Heavy Duty for lighter fabric /piecing, and get the industrial juki.

Hello! Would Annie's Soft and Stable work for my stabilizer on the waxed canvas? Thank you!

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

It should but I’ve never personally used it. As long as it has the thickness you want I’d say try it out.

@ellenbritton1540

Жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar Thank you!

what is the hand bag you are showing in this...love it.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

It’s an original design that I haven’t written a pattern for yet.

how do u sew over the metal zipper? nice bag and work!!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I sew slowly up to the teeth and then hand crank over the teeth!

idk why i liked this so much. this chick is cool af

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Does the wax transfer to other surfaces when it heats up to much ,such as car upholstery or rugs

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure, I've never had it in those places for along period of time.. I would imagine if it were hot enough and there was pressure on it that it may.

My machine doesn’t like the waxed canvas too much! I made your paridigm bag with it. Looks beautiful though!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Are you in my sewing group on Facebook? I'd love to see your bag!

@JoniTickledPink

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar I think so. I’ll check it out!

@JoniTickledPink

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar I just posted it!

Haha, I just realized your logo is the freaking Narwhal whale/dolphin. That’s awesome. I just watched a Netflix documentary on them and Beluga whales, it was great. Well, Love your style🤙✌️

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

How fun! What was it called? I’d love to watch it!

What kind of ruler is that? Where do you get something like that? Thanks

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

The clear ruler? It’s a fiskars ruler that I got from my local quilt shop. They’re readily available at any shop generally!

Can I use waxed canvas for the interior of a toiletry/doppelganger kit bag? I'm making one for my brother and he wants a interior that would be more water resistant. And if so, what should I interface with on the canvas? I'm using cork fabric for my outside (from fabric funhouse)

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ellen, waxed canvas is a great material for lining! I personally wouldn’t interface it, if I did anything I’d quilt foam to the cork or baste spray some interfacing. Unfortunately interfacing won’t stick to WC.

@ellenbritton1540

2 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar Thank you so much! As you can tell, I am very new to sewing, especially with the different fabrics. I've been having lots of fun with bag making, wallets and such but still learning. I ordered my cork based on where you do as I recently started with your videos. Thanks for teaching me!!

@ellenbritton1540

2 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar ok, one last question. What kind of foam or interfacimg would you use with the cork? And my machine is a domestic sewing machine as well. Any of your suggestions I would gladly take😀

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

@@ellenbritton1540 I use flex foam 77 and 808 stabilizer by Pellon

@ellenbritton1540

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! I finished my brother's dopp kit/toiletry bag today. It worked great I thought using the waxed canvas for the interior so thanks for your opinion on that. Sure hope my brother likes it! I had watched your video on your dopp kit as well. Very helpful. And I found a new place to order from for the cork...fabric funhouse!

What thickness of foam did you use for the thicker lofty stuff? Thank you!

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

It’s probably about 1/4” thick (it’s pellon Flex foam - FF77)

@jetjohnson1106

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the response 🤘🏼

I love this idea with the foam. What is the foam plz? Where can I find it?

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

It’s Pellon Flex Foam. Check your local quilt shops

@terrasetterstrom8763

2 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar thank you!

This is so great! What kind of thread is that?

@SewGnar

5 ай бұрын

Mettler size 40. That info is always in the description!

Great how-to video! What size needle?

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I generally use a size 14 or 16 needle.

What bag pattern is the coral and blue bag / all greys bags you showed at the beginning

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

One that I made up. Haven’t written a pattern yet!

@jennifferthompson7921

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar please share if you draft it. I’d love to make it.

@sherimcneely1673

3 жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar I love that bag...can't wait for you to get a pattern together

What sort of thread do you use for waxed cotton bags please?

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I used the same thread on everything I make, gutermaan mara 120!

Curious about the foam, is that something I could get at a fabric/craft store?

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

If they sell Pellon products then yes!

@deannalohn5413

3 жыл бұрын

Joann has 4 available in store. I assume it’s the “naked” foam, no fusible or interfacing foam, correct? I’m so excited to dip into my waxed canvas stash now!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

I use the fusible foam but it doesn’t fuse to WC cause you don’t want to iron it on (I spray baste it on WC) but I do buy fusible in case I use it on fabric.

Obrigado! 💛

What pattern is the green and orange bag please?

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

That is the Range Backpack by Noodlehead

What type of foam interface is that?

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

Flex foam by Pellon!

What weight of waxed canvas did you use?

@SewGnar

10 ай бұрын

I’m not sure but it’s from fabric funhouse - you can check their website!

Nico is waxed cotton and waxed canvas the same?

@SewGnar

3 ай бұрын

No, waxed cotton is cotton fabric and waxed canvas is canvas fabric. Waxed canvas is made of a linen/cotton combo so it has a slightly different hand feel, and is generally drier than waxed cotton. Both are great to use!

can you link,what kind of foam is it?

@SewGnar

5 ай бұрын

It’s pellon flex foam 77, you can Google it and find the price you’re comfortable with. I don’t have one place that I purchase from.

@vesli222

5 ай бұрын

@@SewGnar thanx

What sewing pattern did you use for the grey tote you show at the beginning of the video? Is that your own design?

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

That is one I designed but never released.

@jetjohnson1106

Жыл бұрын

It’s such an amazing bag! So there is no way to get the pattern? I would love to purchase the pattern if at all possible!

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t written it up but I’ll add it to my pattern list. I don’t push patterns out super often but follow me on Insta/Facebook and you’ll know when it comes out! What is it about that pattern that you like? I may be able to recommend another designer for you!

@jetjohnson1106

Жыл бұрын

@@SewGnar I really like the boxed sides and rounded bottom.

@SewGnar

Жыл бұрын

@@jetjohnson1106 hmm, those are two attributes that I dont see often. Lauren at MoreMeKnow does "pattern chat" episodes, give those a watch and you may find some inspiration!

What kindnof needle are you sewing with for waxed canvas please? One good tip for you is to use a heat gun on low rather than your iron for re-melting the wax 😊

@SewGnar

5 ай бұрын

Hi, you can always find that info in the description box of each video, but in this one I used a size 14 schmetz. Generally I use a size 18 now (this is an old video)

do you sell your stuff??

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

I do, yes! www.SewGnar.co

I just got my first order of waxed canvas and I’m afraid to touch it and ruin it 😂 thank you sooo much for the tips!!

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

You got this!!

If you treat your wax canvas the right-way you never have to wax-it ever again, I wax my own and treat it for 3hours in a drier, and yes u can use 808 interfacing on waxed fabric, bad information you are giving once its treated the right way you should not have wax film on your hands. Crazy info

@SewGnar

7 ай бұрын

If you iron 808 onto waxed canvas it’ll melt the wax 😂 sew in is entirely possible. If you don’t like the channel/info, then you can easily turn it off. I guess I’ll ask the people who produce & sell this waxed canvas why they told me it’d have to be re-waxed eventually and why they sell bars of their wax 🤔

Wow i thought this was about wax canvas not bag making

@SewGnar

2 жыл бұрын

My entire channel is about bag making so I’m not sure why that was confusing to you. Is it necessary to be rude? You actually took time out of your day to comment that, hilarious 😆

Thank you for covering your tattoos. Your tutorial is good, but I couldn’t take thr tattoos.

@Newspeak.

3 жыл бұрын

This is a really weird comment.

@SewGnar

3 жыл бұрын

Clara - I “covered” my tattoos only because I put on a sweater because I was cold. If you don’t like my tattoos then I suggest unfollowing or not watching my videos because I’m only getting more and more! Also - it’s extremely rude to comment on how someone looks on *their* page. My tattoos are my business and if you don’t like them you can easily see your way out! ✌🏽

Not really tips and tricks, more how I make my quilted bags. I fast forward through most of the waffle.

@SewGnar

9 ай бұрын

What?