Tote Bag #1
It is real challenge as this is first attempt of this big project and the idea come about was because need tote bag for carrying big and bulky item to office.
1. Challenge is what stitch method and type of stitch thread to use.
2. All a single sheet EVA Foam as the inside base to help define the base area.
3. Try to use a single sheet leather as left and right side and bottom.
4. Both end is a sheet of leather attached using simple stitching method but require certain skill and knowledge to ensure minimum gap.
5. Recommended thread is waxed polyester thread to ensure good strength and ease to work with.
The final product.
Update 20th Sept 2019.
Had added a side pocket on the inside, it uses other material for this additional pocket.
Update 29th Oct 2020.
One day one of the handle strap gives way and repair was done. Uses this daily since May 2017 until today the support part holding D ring give way.
It is 2 cm by 10 cm leather piece.
Use a drill bit of appropriate size to remove rivet head. It better to make a slight depression mark on rivet head before drilling start.
To replace with new leather material with a interface material to help support this high wear and tear.
First to remove rivets and cut new materials.
Use a sharp tip to create a small depression on the rivet head.
This will help to minimize drill bit sharp slip and also act as centre punch purpose.
Drilling in progress. Need to be extra care in this action. As slip or movement can damage the leather surface.
Update on 17th March 2021
Tips:- Ensure a proper center hole is prepare on rivet head before start drilling. This is to minimize the drill bit tip from running off and cause leather surface damage.
How to remove rivet head with plier.
Use the old defective part to cut to shape and punch hole for rivet on new part.
Note use rivet size 8 mm x 8 D size.
Note another small leather is place inside tote bag to add support.
Repair done and verify handle.
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