Sewing instructions for the Kudio bag

15 mai 2020

The Kudio bag is your ideal companion for the beach, the pool, or even shopping. Our design example is sewn from two different fabrics; the bottom is made of oilcloth, which is dirt-resistant and wipeable. A little moisture is no problem. The remaining parts of the beach bag are made of sturdy cotton or denim. The long straps are wrapped around the bottom, making them particularly durable and less likely to tear. An interior pocket with a cell phone compartment and an external patch pocket complete the storage options. Size = 58 x 48 cm

→ To the “Kudio” pattern

In this tutorial, Kudio was sewn from denim and a stronger cotton.

Required materials:

We recommend a sturdy cotton or denim and oilcloth .

1. Variant	Material	1.90 m	140 cm wide
	Fabric 2/ Oilcloth	0.50 m	140 cm wide
2nd variant	Outer fabric	1.60 m	140 cm wide
	inner fabric	1.10 m	140 cm wide

Cutting:

Seam allowances are included - 1cm wide or as marked!

Cut the pattern pieces from your fabric (we chose option 2). Place the selvedges parallel to the center so you can cut the pattern pieces twice at once. The pattern pieces should all be placed with the lettering facing up. Always align the grain arrow on all pieces in the same direction and parallel to the selvedge of the fabric. Transfer all notches from the pattern by making a 3mm cut with scissors or chalk, and mark the position of the pockets.

You will need fabric:

2x hull outside, opposite
1x outside pocket
4x carriers, opposite

You will need the following from the inner fabric:

2x hull inside, opposite
1x inside pocket
2x bag bottom

Sewing instructions:

Seam allowances are included - 1cm wide or as marked!

To sew this bag, you'll need a sewing machine and an overlocker. Alternatively, you can use your sewing machine's zigzag stitch to neaten the raw edges. The colored lines in the images, in addition to the description, show you where to sew a seam. When sewing, pay attention to the seam allowance included in the pattern. Seam allowances not specifically marked are 1 cm wide.

Have fun sewing! First, we'll prepare the inner pocket. Neaten the edges and press the seam allowances on the sides and bottom edge. Fold the top edge under 2 x 2 cm and topstitch it at 1.8 cm. Pin the inner pocket to the markings on the right side of one of the torso's (inside) sides. Stitch the pocket close to the edge and at a 0.7 cm seam. Sew the corners of the inner pieces together with a 1 cm seam allowance. Place the inner pieces right sides together and close the side seams and bottom with a 1 cm seam allowance. The inner pocket is now finished. Now it's time to move on to the outer pocket. Press the 1 cm seam allowance at the top edge of the pocket bottom. Fold the top edge of the outer pocket twice 2cm and stitch at 1.8cm. Finish all other edges. Sew two straps together and iron the seam allowances apart. Sew the outer pocket at the marked position. If you've chosen a soft fabric, you can turn the straps inside out. Unfortunately, this wasn't possible with the denim. So, we ironed the straps to the fold and folded the seam allowances on the raw edges. The straps are stitched close to the edge. Place the bottom of the bag on the outer body and stitch it on close to the edge. The bag will disappear underneath at the top edge. Place the open edge of one strap at the bottom of the bag, continuing over the bag's attachment seam. Finish the side edges of the bag with the strap. Stitch it in the same stitching, up to 4 cm below the bag opening. Be careful not to twist the strap. Stitch the strap on the other outer pocket as well, ensuring it is in the same position. Sew the corners on the outside together with a 1 cm seam allowance. Place the outer sides right sides together and close the side seam and bottom seam. Make sure the patterned fabric and straps are the same height. Press the seam allowance at the top edges and tuck the inner pocket into the outer pocket, stitching close to the opening. Stitch the straps in place. You may also want to sew a snap fastener in the center for closure. Finally, sew the straps securely to the opening with a cross.