Just finished making my first ojyma bag which I'm quite pleased about, not perfect but definitely acceptable (it's just me that knows the little mistakes). I bought the hardware kit and I have to say that the quality is brilliant and I'll definitely buy hardware from you again. Keep up the good work.
It’s going to be a butterfly one for these boxes but if you specifically want a “bee kind” hexagon zip then I can add a note to your order to have one of those instead. I should hopefully see the note when I pack the box ☺️
Hi Jo I just made my first and I absolutely love this pattern❤ I made it from duck canvas and the thick waterproof canvas you recommended. I managed. Just 😅 but it was a struggle. I have an old frister Rossman panda which is pretty good (I can make vinyl straps with it) but I really struggled with the thickness. Is it likely to be me or am I expecting too much from my machine? Top stitching was wonky and skipped stitches and final construction was a battle of wills 😂 (sorry I’m inundating you with questions atm I’m an over excited newbie😂 Btw interfaced with your woven,used foam and used denim needle
I think duck canvas with woven fix is probably the issue. Duck canvas is quite thick if I remember correctly. A lighter interfacing would be recommended or possibly no interfacing at all.
@@CountryCowDesigns thanks I think I’m going to try waterproof canvas on outside and cotton lining next time then try my duck canvas again without interfacing. I loved the structure of it really sturdy but I don’t think my machine is talking to me anymore 🤣
Oooh it depends what kind of labels and where you are, but there’s lots of shops on Etsy that do really good ones. In the USA there’s a place called Heartwood & Hide that I’ve heard recommended a lot 😁
Looks like a great bag, grabbed the pattern already! Fancied some of the oilskin being used, but that's a little pricy. Do you know of any equivalents anywhere?
Hello! There is a seller on Etsy that says they collaborated with you on the templates they made for this bag. Are the templates made exactly the way you cut your fabric? For example, in your video tutorial, you mentioned that one of the pieces were wider on the top and thinner on the bottom. Do the acrylic templates already have that shape or must they be trimmed? I'm considering buying the template because it's very difficult for me with a paper pattern. Thank you very much.
Dry oil wax is very similar to waxed canvas. It’s usually something you generally only find at Merchant and Mills whereas waxed canvas can be found in most places. Waxed canvas is usually a heavier materials and gives more patina. It’s very easy making the bag out of cotton as long as you interface it
It’s depends on how many layers your sewing. But I tend to start with 80 and then move upto a 100 for the final binding. A universal needle will work fine
There are two places you can buy templates for our patterns kallosphere.co.uk/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage&q=Ojyma www.etsy.com/shop/ARCexpressions
For this one, it’s made by a fabric company called Ruby Star Society. It’s possible that there’s shops in India that stock their fabrics, but I’m not certain
Thank you so much, especially the extra helpful hints. I can not wait to make this bag
I could watch your videos every single day I so much enjoy watching your tutorials
Thanks so much 😊
What an awesome bag.
Thanks ☺️
So happy there is a " sew along" tutorial……looking forward to making mine!
Love it. Love your attention to construction details. This is tomorrow's project for me!
Fabulous bag may have to go out of my comfort zone and give it a try 😊
Go for it! 😃
Love this bag, can’t wait to make it. Thank you Jo, so many sewing tips in this video.
Thanks. Happy sewing 😃
I made it my first bag did have trouble on one curve but fixed it love the pattern now I’m making another for my Mom she loved my bag
That’s great to hear. Well done
Love love the style, size and the look of this bag. Bought pattern this morning!! Love your patterns and tutorials, thank you ❤
Thanks so much
Just finished making my first ojyma bag which I'm quite pleased about, not perfect but definitely acceptable (it's just me that knows the little mistakes). I bought the hardware kit and I have to say that the quality is brilliant and I'll definitely buy hardware from you again. Keep up the good work.
Thanks. Glad you like it 😊
Love the look of this bag. Have just downloaded the pattern. I can't wait to give it a go.
Thanks, so glad you like it 😁
Just bought it...Yay!! Congratulations an another great pattern 👏
Thanks so much 😁
Lovely bag, thanks for the great tutorial.
Very professional looking bag
I’ve made 4 of those bags for family they love them
The bag looks great !!!
I learnt a lot from this video thank u
I love this bag💕💕💕
Beautiful bag!!❤
I was just thinking about making a pattern for a crossbody bag myself.
Gorgeous bag xxx
Thanks 😁
When we get our box project will we be getting zipper pulls like what you use in your bag? I absolutely love your hexi zipper pull.
It’s going to be a butterfly one for these boxes but if you specifically want a “bee kind” hexagon zip then I can add a note to your order to have one of those instead. I should hopefully see the note when I pack the box ☺️
@@CountryCowDesigns yes please a bee hexagon zipper pull.
Hi Jo I just made my first and I absolutely love this pattern❤ I made it from duck canvas and the thick waterproof canvas you recommended. I managed. Just 😅 but it was a struggle. I have an old frister Rossman panda which is pretty good (I can make vinyl straps with it) but I really struggled with the thickness. Is it likely to be me or am I expecting too much from my machine? Top stitching was wonky and skipped stitches and final construction was a battle of wills 😂 (sorry I’m inundating you with questions atm I’m an over excited newbie😂
Btw interfaced with your woven,used foam and used denim needle
I think duck canvas with woven fix is probably the issue. Duck canvas is quite thick if I remember correctly. A lighter interfacing would be recommended or possibly no interfacing at all.
@@CountryCowDesigns thanks I think I’m going to try waterproof canvas on outside and cotton lining next time then try my duck canvas again without interfacing. I loved the structure of it really sturdy but I don’t think my machine is talking to me anymore 🤣
Great bag. I purchased the makers box so need to get cutting out and making. Could you tell where to purchase personalised labels, thank you . Maddy.
Oooh it depends what kind of labels and where you are, but there’s lots of shops on Etsy that do really good ones. In the USA there’s a place called Heartwood & Hide that I’ve heard recommended a lot 😁
Yes. Love this bag. Would like to order the pattern How do I know how much to pay in dollars for the pattern ? I see it’s listed in pounds!
Thanks. You can select dollars to convert the prices on the website
Looks like a great bag, grabbed the pattern already! Fancied some of the oilskin being used, but that's a little pricy. Do you know of any equivalents anywhere?
Where abouts are you? Which country? I’ve got a couple of recommendations but it depends where you are 😁
@@CountryCowDesigns Sorry, UK. 🙂 Also, just wanted to say that the insertion of the foam once the panels are made is genius! Not seen that before.
Hello! There is a seller on Etsy that says they collaborated with you on the templates they made for this bag. Are the templates made exactly the way you cut your fabric? For example, in your video tutorial, you mentioned that one of the pieces were wider on the top and thinner on the bottom. Do the acrylic templates already have that shape or must they be trimmed? I'm considering buying the template because it's very difficult for me with a paper pattern. Thank you very much.
Hi there. The acrylic pieces are exactly the same as the paper pattern pieces
What is the difference between dry oil cloth and waxed canvas? Have you made this bag out of cotton only?
Dry oil wax is very similar to waxed canvas. It’s usually something you generally only find at Merchant and Mills whereas waxed canvas can be found in most places. Waxed canvas is usually a heavier materials and gives more patina.
It’s very easy making the bag out of cotton as long as you interface it
Hi Jo/Adam, can you tell me what type/size needle/s you used for this. I’m finally getting round to making mine 😊
It’s depends on how many layers your sewing. But I tend to start with 80 and then move upto a 100 for the final binding. A universal needle will work fine
Is it possible to buy acrylic templates for the Ojyma?
There are two places you can buy templates for our patterns
kallosphere.co.uk/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage&q=Ojyma
www.etsy.com/shop/ARCexpressions
where do u buy the fabric?
hi can you tell me where i can get the template for the rivet placement please
I got mine from Kallosphere UK 😁
kallosphere.co.uk/collections/bag-making/products/acrylic-rivet-placement-template-up-to-4
not available in india
For this one, it’s made by a fabric company called Ruby Star Society. It’s possible that there’s shops in India that stock their fabrics, but I’m not certain