Foam Cube with Removable Pads Sewing Tutorial!

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  • čas přidán 29. 04. 2017
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Komentáře • 299

  • @hanneb.f.1966
    @hanneb.f.1966 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so munch for this video.

  • @keelyjohnston19
    @keelyjohnston19 Před 3 lety +6

    I’ve just rescued a guinea pig so definitely going to give this a try thank you for the great tutorial

  • @MiauMichigan
    @MiauMichigan Před 7 lety +15

    Thank you! I'll try a bigger version for my cat

  • @anajuliarodriguesoteiro8880
    @anajuliarodriguesoteiro8880 Před 2 měsíci

    I've just hand sewn all of this (sewing machines are too expensive for me rn) it was HARD, my hands hurt a lot and I forgot to sleep, so I'm going to uni kinda like a zombie. My ratties loved it, totally worth

  • @Nymphica343
    @Nymphica343 Před 2 lety +3

    Your tutorials show exactly how great quality your items are and make me feel even better about purchasing them! Love it!

  • @gracetaveo2733
    @gracetaveo2733 Před 5 lety +23

    I used to make cubes by hand! It was absolutely insane! My fingers would hurt so bad. Nice tutorial!

  • @jenzotics
    @jenzotics Před 5 lety +17

    Best cube tutorial out there by far! Thanks... can't wait to start mine!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 5 lety +1

      Thank you! I want to do a updated tutorial on this one soon, since I make them a little bit different now. But thank you so so much!

  • @hollyfisler5872
    @hollyfisler5872 Před 5 lety +1

    So awesome! Thank you!!

  • @lindseyrayl5156
    @lindseyrayl5156 Před 6 lety +1

    Love this!

  • @veronicascott8012
    @veronicascott8012 Před 5 lety +1

    Awesome tutorial! Thank you!!

  • @7Roxysurf
    @7Roxysurf Před 6 lety +1

    I love this

  • @addiemccoy7023
    @addiemccoy7023 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the awesome tutorial! My Alphie loves it!!!

  • @Thefurryfamsquad
    @Thefurryfamsquad Před 7 lety +3

    LOVE IT!

  • @sareychim1655
    @sareychim1655 Před 5 lety +1

    LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!

  • @haileygamble2789
    @haileygamble2789 Před 5 lety +3

    Omg love it! Thank you soooo much!

  • @anotherswan
    @anotherswan Před 7 lety +10

    you're an inspiration :) looking forward to more tutorials. thankyou. 👍

  • @238Tina1
    @238Tina1 Před 5 lety +6

    This is amazing!! I am for sure going to make some small ones for my baby rats I’m getting. And maybe even a larger one for my small dog! Such a smart and easy to follow tutorial!! Thank you so much for giving me confidence to try this out! Beautiful work!

  • @sophiak813
    @sophiak813 Před 6 lety +1

    Thank you! :D

  • @sinisol
    @sinisol Před 7 lety +1

    Looks amazing!

  • @w.burroughs2209
    @w.burroughs2209 Před 2 lety

    Such a high quality tutorial! Thank you, it is inspiring. :)

  • @hairbytamara
    @hairbytamara Před 6 lety +10

    Wow I just learned something amazing! I never knew how to see it shut without seeing the thread. Thank you very much. Best tip ever😀now it will look more professional

    • @lauramorrow2900
      @lauramorrow2900 Před 3 lety

      Me either! 63 years old and I didn’t know how to hand sew properly

  • @kathleenchamp3764
    @kathleenchamp3764 Před 4 lety +1

    Cute!

  • @janices691
    @janices691 Před 2 lety

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @ambercrawford3239
    @ambercrawford3239 Před 6 lety +3

    Awesome!! I’ve been looking for a tutorial like this for a bit now thank you so much!!!

  • @modernpupsco6987
    @modernpupsco6987 Před 5 lety +2

    I love this video! It is so detailed! You have inspired me to start sewing!

  • @evavazquez1695
    @evavazquez1695 Před 7 lety +16

    Omg I love this pattern so much! 🍩🍩 I want to make this for my pigs now 😍😍 thank you so much for the great tutorial!

  • @lizm9115
    @lizm9115 Před 5 lety +4

    ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, EVERYTHING IS ABOUT IT IS GORGEOUS GIRL!! GREAT JOB!!🎯🤗👍

  • @cavy5300
    @cavy5300 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you for the tutorial. With your help I was able to make a great looking cube. It’s not perfect, but I know my guinea pigs will love it. Thank you again.

  • @Momee24girls
    @Momee24girls Před 7 lety +1

    Incredible job on this! You have super good sewing skills :)

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety

      Thank you Jen! With practice anyone can do it! Really.. :D I hope to have more sewing videos up in the future. :D

  • @kaylayoung467
    @kaylayoung467 Před 5 lety +1

    Omg u are so talented

  • @mariabrett6712
    @mariabrett6712 Před 6 lety +2

    Brilliant job easy to follow instructions thanks for sharing best wishes from LONDON England

  • @Sliceofknifuu
    @Sliceofknifuu Před 7 lety +4

    Yay! Now I can come back to this video when I get a bit confused making these haha. You did so well with this video!! Very detailed and easy to follow ^.^

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety +1

      Thank you Victoria! Yeah I tried... I wish I could have added more but then youtube would have never let me upload it... Took this video three days to upload haha...

  • @MP-oi5dx
    @MP-oi5dx Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for your tutorials! I love to sew and we just adopted some guinea pigs. I couldn't figure out how to make cubes and other accessories and this is beyond helpful. Ty!

  • @TheTwilighterfan1
    @TheTwilighterfan1 Před 4 lety +1

    Just did my very first cube and it turned out so beautiful! I'm totally in love with it. Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial

  • @purple.y7024
    @purple.y7024 Před 4 lety +1

    YOU ARE LITERALLY SO TALENTED THESE ARE REALLY HARD TO MAKE OMG IM GONNA GO MAKE ONE SO BU BAI

  • @annabella764
    @annabella764 Před 5 lety +10

    Does anyone sew and watch these so that they have a sewing buddy, no just me, ok

  • @jakibartlett8885
    @jakibartlett8885 Před 7 lety +8

    luv it! you're so talented,I wish we had these luvly fleeces in the UK! excellent work

    • @anotherswan
      @anotherswan Před 7 lety +3

      Jaki Bartlett I know what you mean. I've been looking for a while and found on google - oh so crafty, they are based in Kidderminster and sell online also if you're near Cornwall- trago mills Liskeard sells some nice fleece.

    • @jakibartlett8885
      @jakibartlett8885 Před 7 lety +1

      thank you so much 😀

    • @anotherswan
      @anotherswan Před 7 lety +1

      you're welcome :)

  • @kurochan94
    @kurochan94 Před 4 lety

    I love this tutorial! So clear and easy to follow-- subscribed within 30 seconds!
    I don't really know how to use the machine to sew- but you've inspired me to try for my ferrets :)

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      Thank you so so much im so glad it helped you! The more you practice the easier it gets! :D

  • @chrisbrownrigg1
    @chrisbrownrigg1 Před 7 lety +1

    Amazing video Thank you for sharing so helpful now I can now have a go at making my own love your stuff I've ordered from you twice before but with shipping and uk customs charges it's just too much these days love that donut fabric and the cookies n milk one too keep up the good work X

  • @kimberleybarron1785
    @kimberleybarron1785 Před 3 lety +1

    I like the music, too!!

  • @Thefurryfamsquad
    @Thefurryfamsquad Před 7 lety +3

    wow congrats on 300 sub's!

  • @zoexzoe9139
    @zoexzoe9139 Před 5 lety +3

    Wow this looks so amazing!! Good job on the tutorial😊

  • @ValeriesZoo
    @ValeriesZoo Před 7 lety +24

    Nice job on the tutorial! I know these are not the easiest to make so hopefully this will help a lot of people!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety

      Thank you Val! Yeah this is just one of those things that take practice... Haha... But once you get it down its all up hill form there... :D Thanks again! :)))

  • @ShellsFurrBabies
    @ShellsFurrBabies Před 6 lety +2

    Love this video. Can you make a tutorial on how to do guiena pig couch? I am still learning how to use a sewing machine, but curious to see how a couch is made. thanks.. keep up the great work

  • @samr7923
    @samr7923 Před 3 lety +8

    me: “how hard can it be to sew in a straight line pppffff“
    *me gets everything I need and tries it*
    “how the............”

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      Lol. Just follow your seam allowance, never look at your needle. :)

    • @amyeethomas2495
      @amyeethomas2495 Před 2 lety

      @ sam. Do you use a machine? I'm usually able to just let the fabric pull it self along. Trust me I get the straight line struggle. I wear glasses with light prisms to correct me seeing at 2 different levels. I don't drive because I have such issues with depth perception. Its crazy lol

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 2 lety

      @@amyeethomas2495 Yes I use a sewing machine, link is in the description but I do hand sew up the openings on the pads, takes practice, but the more you do it, the easier it gets. :)

  • @bellabunny7932
    @bellabunny7932 Před 6 lety +1

    how good is that

  • @piggiesparadise1991
    @piggiesparadise1991 Před 4 lety +1

    I'm gonna give this a go hun wish me luck, I'm worried all these layers won't fit under the foot of my machine if not I have a lot of hand sewing to do 🤞🤞🤞🍀🍀🍀 xxx love your videos hun 😍😍😍

  • @beatejung7428
    @beatejung7428 Před 3 lety +1

    hello its very nice ,i make it for my rats ,she love it 😂🤣

  • @RockHavenFarm
    @RockHavenFarm Před 3 lety +2

    This is a great tutorial. One of the better ones for sure. But I did have a hard time reading the instructions. Some of them went by way to fast to read and trying to pause it was a pain. Thanks for sharing this though.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      Thank you, and sorry it was going by fast, cubes take me a long time to make, maybe 3 hours, and no one wants to watch a 3 hour video. But one day ill do a updated version of this tutorial, maybe ill do a voice over one. But im glad it helped a little. :)

  • @jamiesbreed
    @jamiesbreed Před 3 lety +1

    I would love for you to remake this video with your voice over it. 😍😍

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety +1

      I already plan on doing a updated tutorial on this, just trying to finish my sewing series first. Thank you!

  • @AirshipPirate
    @AirshipPirate Před 5 lety +1

    Oh this must have been quite hard to sew, looks like super thick and sturdy, hope your animals didn't destroy it too quickly :D

  • @debbiefinch7445
    @debbiefinch7445 Před 3 lety +1

    I thought i had a reasonable home sewing machine but there is NO WAY mine would go through that many layers!! Lovely though - gonna see if i can adapt it in a way so my machine can make it.

  • @tarabrown7098
    @tarabrown7098 Před 5 lety +3

    Love you channel! I want to make huts and cubes for my rats that will stand up and hold their shape. Have you ever used Bosal In-R-Form Sew in Foam Stabilizer?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 5 lety

      Thank you Tara! I have not used that stabilizer, I find that 0.5 inch foam works best, anything like a stabilizer will be flimsy but it could work. :)

  • @susansteinbeck3568
    @susansteinbeck3568 Před 7 lety +3

    You are such an inspiration! Thank you for putting up this video for those of us wanting to try our hand at making these! One question though; why the heavy duty foam over the regular .5 inch foams out there? I have never seen the heavy duty, so just curious as to what the difference would be. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us!!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety +2

      The regular foam is easier to rip and not as flexible... You can for sure use it. Just know it may not last and it will lose shape over time... Its also harder to sew with due to its lack of flexibility and that it falls apart easier doesnt help... Haha... Thank you so much! I hope you are able to make your own cube! Just takes practice. :)))

    • @susansteinbeck3568
      @susansteinbeck3568 Před 7 lety +1

      Awesome information! Thank you for getting back to me so quickly.

  • @rowanverrall
    @rowanverrall Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Guinea Piggies Designs! Thank you for sharing. This is such a great video, you have inspired me (first time sewer) to have a go! Not sure if it will work or not, but going to give it a try, anyway. Any ideas what to use to mark out lines where you need to cut your fabric, if you were using black or dark coloured fleece fabric? My Mum used to used taylors chalk but it doesnt seem very efficient to me! ANy ideas? Thanks again. Cant wait to see how I get on :-)

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      I really do not mark my fabric but I would recommend a wax crayon... it comes off with heat so its a great option... Thank you so much!

  • @putteloveer
    @putteloveer Před rokem

    Great tutorial! Thank you for showing everything so in detail. What kind of pressure foot and needle are you using? I broke my needle 😅

  • @mjarndt
    @mjarndt Před 6 lety +1

    What a great video. I'm going to try and make one. Thanks for posting. I have a question though. On the last side of the bottom that was sewn, why couldn't you just sew the last side like the others and then use the holes to pull the right side out? Thanks again.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety

      I make my holes smaller.... so the whole cube couldnt fit through such a small hole... I dont like making my holes bigger because it sinks the sides in... but your more then welcome to make your holes bigger so the whole cube fits through the hole but for me I just dont like that style. Plus it gives my pigs more coverage rather then having a huge hole taking up the entire side, and I know no other cozy maker does this since its more work on them, but for me I dont mind adding extra detail and work to my items. :)

  • @nicolefreeland3870
    @nicolefreeland3870 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial! Are your rotary squares true 12x12 and 10x10? I'm asking because the links you provided are for a 12.5x12.5 and a set where the largest square is 9.5x9.5. I'm new to sewing and not really familiar with the standards yet! Thanks again!

  • @sophiak813
    @sophiak813 Před 6 lety +1

    Can you do a video showing how you make tunnels, couches, and beds?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety +1

      I will be doing tutorials on the basic stuff... but none on my original designs... So ill do one on the Tunnels, Hay Bags, I already have one on the cuddle cups... :) But once I get caught up on my orders I will be uploading again soon! Right now im working on a custom order video for my channel that shows my process... I hope to have it up soon! :)

  • @juxtaposdbologna
    @juxtaposdbologna Před 7 lety +2

    Do you add the bamboo batting just for extra cushion? Also, do you prewash and dry your fleece and uhaul before you sew it together? Btw this is the most easy to follow comprehensive video I've found on these thus far. Thanks!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety +2

      I use bamboo batting for more protection so you dont have to wash them so much... haha... and no I do not pre wash my fleece. I wash after its made... :) And thank you so much, im so glad it was easy for you! I hope to have more up soon! :))))

  • @melissaolsen6916
    @melissaolsen6916 Před 4 lety

    How much fleece is needed?
    I love your instructions, and how the video so clearly shows what your hands are doing. This project actually seems doable! Thank you for inspiring me.

  • @melaniehall5249
    @melaniehall5249 Před 6 lety +1

    Can’t wait to try after getting better at making liners! What needle do you use when you’re going through the sides and pads that have so many layers? I have a Singer Simple and am scared about sewing that many layers. I’m VERY new to sewing so maybe I don’t know exactly how strong sewing machines are?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety

      Yeah I do not think your sewing machine can handle something so thick. I always use Denim needles for everything, but my machine also has a double acu feed which helps, but you can for sure try it on your machine, for me though if I had that machine I wouldnt. :)

  • @GramazioBoys3
    @GramazioBoys3 Před 5 lety

    for those pads, they are so thick i love them! i have an se400 brother machine... could that sew something so thick?? my piggies would love this

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 5 lety

      You can try. :) But I doubt it would be easy like my machine. I wouldnt recommend you use a regular home sewing machine. Try a heavy duty one. :)

  • @ronfnswanson9790
    @ronfnswanson9790 Před 3 lety +2

    wow. Just...Wow. This is magic! I am so doing this and following your video the whole way. Also, how do I know if my machine can fit fat fabric without jamming and breaking the needle and activating the safety device every 5 seconds? Halp!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      Thank you! Just know not all machines can go through thick layers, Also are you using the correct sewing machine needle? I use denim needles, if you just use a standard needle, most likely it will break if sewing through thick layers. But again it could also be the machine you are using. Everything I used in this video is linked in the description of it. :)

    • @ronfnswanson9790
      @ronfnswanson9790 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns I use a Brother Project Runway limited edition. It has an LCD screen, a thousand stitch designs, automatic thread cutting and presser foot lifter, and has buttons to control it without a pedal. But it is as useless as sewing with a carrot and some rope. I have other machines that are older and better quality probably so I will try that out. I just can't wait to make them and see the turnout!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      @@ronfnswanson9790 Yes I used to own a Brother 350, and it didnt work for me. But hopefully your other machines work out. :D

    • @ronfnswanson9790
      @ronfnswanson9790 Před 3 lety

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns Thanks! Appreciate your support hope you have a good Holiday! and a happy new year!

  • @christinalefler6651
    @christinalefler6651 Před 2 lety

    Amazing tutorial. What machine are you using at it appears to handle the thickness of these materials with ease.

  • @poochie1747
    @poochie1747 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent work! Great video! Do you have a site where you sell your work?

  • @Cherrycornaj
    @Cherrycornaj Před 4 lety +13

    watches the tutorial
    me: Ya know..... I think I might just buy one instead.....

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety +1

      Haha! Its not hard, just need patience and practice.... Took me awhile to become good.... :)

    • @ericariebe5690
      @ericariebe5690 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns I give you props! I am new to sewing. How do you get all that fabric to go under the foot?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      @@ericariebe5690 Hmmm... Well I just push it under... My foot may go higher then yours... Im guessing. :)

    • @ericariebe5690
      @ericariebe5690 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns Is that something that I can fix myself or is it just the type of sewing machine that I have possibly? I do have quite an older machine lol

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      @@ericariebe5690 Its the type of sewing machine. Its something you cannot adjust.

  • @beefstuy
    @beefstuy Před 2 lety

    Nice tutorial! Could you just turn the whole thing right side out through one of the holes and machine stitch that last side seam??

    • @stephanierene3537
      @stephanierene3537 Před rokem

      You can if you make the entrance hole bigger. That's what I did.

  • @seran72ify
    @seran72ify Před 5 lety +3

    Hello-I have just discovered and am in love with your tutorials. Would you tell me what kind of machine you use? I am not having much luck sewing through all these thick layers. (But I’m new to sewing so I’m not really sure of it’s the machine or just something I’m doing wrong. Anyway, thank you for any information!)
    Sarah

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 5 lety

      Hi Sarah! Check out my cozy essentials video! Everything I use is in that video! But quick answer I use a Janome 6600, goes for $2000.00 on amazon, I do talk about affordable machines in that video too. Check it out for more info. :) Also most home machines cannot handle the layers I sew through, so use less layers for your projects. :)

    • @seran72ify
      @seran72ify Před 5 lety +1

      Guinea Piggies Designs Thank you! I will watch that essentials video and start saving for another machine! :-)

    • @jessicabickley6341
      @jessicabickley6341 Před 5 lety +2

      @@seran72ify Also, if your machine doesn't have it, a walking foot is a MUST HAVE for fleece projects!

    • @seran72ify
      @seran72ify Před 5 lety +2

      Jessica Bickley Okay, good to know! Thank you! 🙏

  • @Thefurryfamsquad
    @Thefurryfamsquad Před 7 lety +2

    Hope all is well with you! Haven't posted in awhile :(

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 7 lety +2

      Yes everything is well! I posted a update on our facebook page... I was editing the video for the winner reveal and my computer crashed and i lost all my progress! Ahhh so I have to start over.... But we have the video recorded and its 2 hours long which im trying to edit it down to 15 minutes or less haha... Ill have it up soon no worries! And once I get that video up, hopefully I can get another tutorial up. Just also trying to get caught up with custom orders... Video editing takes a lot of time since Im still new to it... but once I get better Ill have videos up on the regular just need to better my editing skills before I do... hehehe .. :)

    • @Thefurryfamsquad
      @Thefurryfamsquad Před 7 lety

      Guinea Piggies Designs just making sure you were OK :)

  • @nancyjaniszewski4867
    @nancyjaniszewski4867 Před 4 lety

    Can I ask where you buy your bamboo and your 1/2” foam? I am assuming you purchase it by the roll. Thank you, I really enjoy your videos and it is putting my sewing skills to good use. I only sew for my guinea pigs. I have a custom cage, so it is saving me a lot of money. 1 more thing, where do you buy your fleece?
    Thank you, Nancy

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      Everything I used in this video is linked in the description... :) I also have a video where I share all my supplies and everything is linked there also. :)

  • @AvusAvas
    @AvusAvas Před 5 lety +1

    oof I'll be trying this soon for hedgehogs

  • @katemccarthy2530
    @katemccarthy2530 Před 6 lety +1

    I'm sad, I really loved the vid so I went on your Etsy to see what else you had because I wanted to get some new hides for my piggies but it said you have no products for sale at the moment😢

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety

      Hey Kate! Right now I am not accepting any new orders.... My wait list is full. but once I get caught up on my current orders I will be announcing on my facebook page when I am caught up.... But once I get caught up I will be working on premade items and only taking one custom order at a time to keep the wait time down... :)

  • @crissy42o
    @crissy42o Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much for this tutorial. Question: if I don’t have Uhaul, can I double up with foam, fleece or batting? Can I pin instead of clip? Sorry I’m an amateur 🙈

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety +2

      Well the U haul is what absorbs the liquid, fleece, batting, and foam do not absorb anything, the liquid would pass right through those layers, you can use old towels, or terry cloth for your inner layers, but I would not recommend using fleece or batting as a absorbent layer.

  • @beardsbountifulbunnies1655

    Can I use cotton batting instead of bamboo? Does it make a big difference?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      You can use whatever works for you... Bamboo absorbs way more then cotton.... :)

  • @janaEXTREME
    @janaEXTREME Před 2 lety

    This was amazing. One day I will attempt it. Question, what are the ribbons for? Are they necessary? Also, can you wash this even though it has foam in it? I’ve never washed foam so sorry if that’s a stupid question lol

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 2 lety

      The ribbons are used in case you want to hook it to your cage somewhere, but they are not necessary. And everything I make is washable, so yes you can wash this. :)

  • @rmeredithm
    @rmeredithm Před 8 měsíci

    What’s the difference between the bamboo and uhaul fillers? Just bamboo being absorbent?

  • @Freeyourself206
    @Freeyourself206 Před 11 měsíci

    Do i need to use a special foot? I dont think my sewing machine can sew through stuff that thick. I tried to do 4 layers of fleece and it had a hard time. What can i do to sew thicker stuff like this? I have a Singer from the big box stores in the 90’s. Just a basic model

  • @breannabronnenkant2755
    @breannabronnenkant2755 Před 4 lety +1

    have been making liners and pads for a yr now. decided to make some cubes following your video. how to you keep your presser foot from catching the foam? i am having issues with it sliding through while sewing the opening before cutting it

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      My sewing machine has a double feeder so I do not have that issue. My advice is to get a heavy duty machine. Regular at home machines are just not meant to sew through thick layers. So sorry.

    • @nicolethompson7
      @nicolethompson7 Před 4 lety

      If your machine has a plastic foot I found that to work better with the foam... Still requires some manipulation but better than regular foot

  • @yadikay
    @yadikay Před 3 lety +1

    I was wondering if is posible to flip through one of the holes or if it has to be through one open corner because the foam makes it too thick. And wont go through the hole.
    Thanks in advance.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      I used to make my holes small so the whole cube wouldnt fit through the opening.... But if you make the opening bigger it does. :)

  • @lessn.ruelas2483
    @lessn.ruelas2483 Před 5 lety +2

    Can you Tell me the model of your sewing machine please? It is awesome

  • @lunariynx6295
    @lunariynx6295 Před 6 lety

    hi!!! firstly i wanted to say that this video was really helpful. but how did you sew such thick layers? and what sewing machine are you using? :)

  • @juliecard2933
    @juliecard2933 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi, is it washable? Does the foam and U Haul stand up to a washing machine? Thank you :)

  • @juliettej.9676
    @juliettej.9676 Před 3 lety +1

    I have a question. I love this tutorial, but I don't like the wavy seams in the middle of each cubepart. Are they for decoration or are they for stabillity? Love your tutorial!!!💕

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      You can use any kind if stitch you want, I like the look of the wavy stitch but the seams on the cube are to ensure the layers stay together after washing many times. But you can use a straight stitch instead. :)

  • @emily-bv7hg
    @emily-bv7hg Před 4 lety +3

    Hi i was starting to sew the cube and my sewing machine won't go through the foam do you have suggestions? Btw you are so talented!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety +1

      Get a different sewing machine. Most home machines are not meant to go through thick layers. A great affordable starter machine I recommend is called a Singer Heavy Duty.

    • @emily-bv7hg
      @emily-bv7hg Před 4 lety

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns Ok thanks! I will try that out

  • @valeriepoole1535
    @valeriepoole1535 Před 6 lety +3

    Hi, I love this cube, but what is Haul? I have never heard of this, I live in the U.K. so maybe it's something that we don't have here. So what is the alternative? Thanks Val.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety

      U haul is furniture moving pads... or recycled denim. I live in the USA so im not sure of a alternative thats in the UK. :)

    • @nancyjaniszewski4867
      @nancyjaniszewski4867 Před 4 lety +2

      Valerie Poole : can you rent u-haul trucks when you move to a different residence or when you purchase furniture that’s too big for your vehicle, so you rent a truck for overnite or for a few hours. U-haul is the name of the truck rental company in the U.S. the company sells blankets for about $8.00 per blanket. You use the blanket(s), to cover the furniture so it doesn’t get scratched. The blankets are made of recycled denim. So we call the blankets u-haul. This is used in the cube or potty pads or liners for the bottom of your pet cage. The u-haul absorbs the pet urine, so your pet is not standing in or sleeping in the wet urine. When you are making these cage accessories, you have to condition your fleece. You wash the uncut fleece, in hot water with detergent that does not container perfumes, dyes or anything that could harm your pet. Then you dry the fleece and wash and dry 2 more times like the first time. I always use the recommended detergent on the bottle, for the first wash. When I get to the 2nd and 3rd wash I decrease the amount of detergent. The first time, you are washing away any fabric sizing or whatever the fabric manufacturer puts on the fabric. By the time you’ve washed and dried your fleece 3 times, you have conditioned your fleece so the urine goes through the fleece, bamboo batting and finally to the u-haul. Before you wash and dry your fleece the first time, pour a tiny amount of water on the fleece. The water should kind of pool up and it takes a little bit of time for the water to get absorbed by the fleece. After the 3rd wash and dry, do the water test again. The water will be absorbed by the fleece immediately. So imagine if you have all the layers sewn together. The center fabric ( in this case, the u-haul) will absorb the urine all through to the center. Now if you don’t have a truck rental company selling the moving blankets, a lot of people will go to Goodwill or a 2nd hand store ( I don’t know what you call them in the uk). Some people will buy used mattress pad covers, old towels or even flannel baby blankets, to use in place of the u-haul. It works just as good. The only complaint I’ve heard about the u-haul, is it takes a long time to dry in your dryer. And line drying could take a few days. I hope this helps. And I’m sorry for the long explanation, but I wanted to paint a picture with words, so you could visualize the sewing process. Start out with something easy like potty pads. Your pet will be happy and their little feet won’t get sore from standing in wet urine. Give it a try, it’s fun😇🐹🥰, Nancy

  • @xxxxxx289
    @xxxxxx289 Před 4 lety +1

    Super extra!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @AlecElizabethYukii301
    @AlecElizabethYukii301 Před 4 lety

    may i ask what sewing machine model you have?? its so cool! my machine would cry at that many layers!

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety +1

      Its a Janome 6600... I do have a sewing video on my channel that lets you know everything I use and links for everything is in the description of that video. :)

    • @AlecElizabethYukii301
      @AlecElizabethYukii301 Před 4 lety

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns thankyou!!

    • @therealbosswivesboss5837
      @therealbosswivesboss5837 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns I recently purchased janome 6600 after watching your videos ! Can’t wait to start making things for myself / cats/ piggies 😍 thank you !

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety +1

      @@therealbosswivesboss5837 Thats awesome!

  • @hammynuts3332
    @hammynuts3332 Před 3 lety +1

    Will it be posible to make a cubehouse with velcro to atach it in MANY different waus

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 3 lety

      You mean instead of sewing it, use velcro? I mean you could.... I do not think it would wash up well, and I also think it would be a pain to put together.... But you could try it. As for me I would never use velcro, also know velcro is not safe for small animals that chew... So as long as your small animals do not chew it it should be fine. :)

    • @hammynuts3332
      @hammynuts3332 Před 3 lety +1

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns thank you for the tip but at the moment i do nit have a guinea pig but on the 7th my aunt is bringing two baby piggies that they had and is not from a petshop so i hope they do not chew as much

  • @lisataborn2674
    @lisataborn2674 Před 6 lety +1

    What is the benefit of the Uhaul material? Besides padding, of course. 😉

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 6 lety

      it absorbs the Urine/liquid.. For foam it will just sink right through. The Bamboo batting also helps absorb Urine/liquid... :)

  • @amyeethomas2495
    @amyeethomas2495 Před 2 lety +1

    Wait whoaa. Pause ⏸ video to cone ask. Where hiw did you get a healing mat that big? Did you take obes together from the back to make a giant one. I just finally got a 18×12 and it$30 that was already more than I wanted to spend.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 2 lety

      I got this big mat on amazon, the link should be in the description. :) The huge mat I have was around $300 but I have had it for 5 years so far and its still going strong.

    • @amyeethomas2495
      @amyeethomas2495 Před 2 lety

      Omg 300 on a mat I'd die lmao 😲 but I'm sure its made you that much money 10x over from its use. So I get it. Thats so cool though I didn't know they came anywhere near that big!! I got a 8×12 one at the dollar tree. It has actually held up being used compared to the one I got from Amazon.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 2 lety

      @@amyeethomas2495 You dont need a huge mat, I started out with a smaller one too, just took up more time for me because I had to constantly move it if I was making a big cage liner, so the big mat just saves me time. But a small mat works too.

  • @angelamoore2337
    @angelamoore2337 Před 2 lety +1

    I’m completely new to sewing so this is probably a silly question but what kind of thread is needed?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 2 lety

      I use a 50wt cotton thread, link is in description, but you can use whatever works for you. :)

  • @denisemartinez1596
    @denisemartinez1596 Před 3 lety +1

    Question do I wash the cube cube sense it has foam or nothing happens to the foam

  • @heartlandlovermet5522
    @heartlandlovermet5522 Před 5 lety +1

    What does the bamboo batting do for the pads?

  • @Growvee
    @Growvee Před 5 lety +1

    hey so this is probably a stupid question but... is the foam absorbent? it won’t get messed up if it doesn’t have a pad?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 5 lety +1

      Sorry for the late reply but the foam is not really absorbent which is why I add U-Haul padding to the bottom. But it will not get messed up if you do not use U haul padding, its just the liquid will go right through it if that makes sense. :)

  • @Angel-lu3lm
    @Angel-lu3lm Před 4 lety +1

    Hi Will this foam be okay if you put it in the washing machine. Thanks 😊.

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      Yes, it is washable. :)

    • @Angel-lu3lm
      @Angel-lu3lm Před 4 lety

      @@GuineaPiggiesDesigns Thanks for your reply😊. Your designs are really amazing and very creative.
      Have a nice day!!!!

  • @ellalol6603
    @ellalol6603 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi just wondering where do you get the foam from

  • @itsnaturally4873
    @itsnaturally4873 Před 4 lety +1

    I’m a little late to the party since this video was posted a while ago, but if you can answer this question thanks! Sooo what kind of needle and foot do you use?

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety +1

      No worries! I use Denim Sewing Needles and I use the foot that came with my sewing machine which is a Janome 6600, the foot I use will only work with a Janome 6600 because its a double feed foot...

    • @GuineaPiggiesDesigns
      @GuineaPiggiesDesigns  Před 4 lety

      I use denim sewing needs and I use a double acu feed foot that is only made for a Janome 6600.

  • @pamellacarroll1989
    @pamellacarroll1989 Před rokem

    I really liked this cube, and so did my rats, so much they chewed it up beyond repair. Lol. I guess I won't be making that for them again. Too much work to be tore up in one day.

  • @skylerring1119
    @skylerring1119 Před 7 lety +1

    Can you wash this with the foam in it?