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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: Cyclic-Rivers on February 13, 2015, 05:38:00 PM
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Who would like to see a Haversack Build Along?
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When Cabin Fever starts it clutching grasp, I always find its best to immerse myself in a project.
So....
Step one, Find some fabric. Some people will use old pants, coats or shirts. I didn't have any I wanted to cut.....yet.....
This will do, Old wool fabric from the 60's or 70's.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/121534251655_1.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/121534251655_1.jpg.html)
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awesome, going to look good
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This should be good Charlie. I've been looking at the Houndsman style bags.
bretto
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First things first you either eye ball it or make a pattern. I wasn't confident with my eye ball ability after being cooped up so long.
To make a pattern, you think of a general shape and trace it onto newspaper.
Cut out the pieces of paper and lay them on the fabric.
Pin them in place and cut your pieces of fabric with the pattern pinned to them.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423830980.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423830980.jpg.html)
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great :thumbsup:
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Cool Charlie! I'm looking forward to the rest of the build.
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After the fabric is cut out, take the pins out and lay the pieces of fabric out.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423830983.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423830983.jpg.html)
next step is to sew up the exposed edges that will not be sewn to another piece to keep from Fraying.
(note... I was given this sewing machine by a coworker. It took approximately 15 hours to figure out since it lacked a book. I broke the first needle and banged my head against the wall multiple times trying to figure it out. After many cool off breaks and revisits, I realized my simple mistake.... Make sure the needle isn't backwards. :readit: )
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423830985.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423830985.jpg.html)
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Next Pin Pieces in place.
Here is the back of the sack with an inside pocket pinned in place. You should see the white line of the thread along the top of the pocket. This is what I was referring to in the previous step.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423830991.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423830991.jpg.html)
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On this one I decided to have a pocket in the front and close it with a button.
So here is where I sewn a button hole and am opening it with a knife.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423830993.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423830993.jpg.html)
Then I give my eyes a rest from staring at the needle and thread and go cut some buttons from an antler.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831032.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831032.jpg.html)
Sand the edges of the button smooth to keep from Hanging up on the fabric.
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Sew the pocket on the front piece of the pouch, then install a button.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831038.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831038.jpg.html)
After that's Done, I installed the shoulder strap now. I wanted to do it different but didn't have access to a vehicle or hardware to do it the way I wanted.
So here I took a strap that I had, cut it and melted the ends, then pinned it in place for a stitch.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831044.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831044.jpg.html)
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831049.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831049.jpg.html)
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Place the Back Piece and the front Piece together (inside out) and pin into place.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831215.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831215.jpg.html)
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831221.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831221.jpg.html)
Sew along the edges.
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Flip "inside out" to make it right side out.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831226.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831226.jpg.html)
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It should look something like this.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831267.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831267.jpg.html)
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I took the edge of the flap, turned it in, pinned it and sewed it to add weight, rigidity and strength.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831307.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831307.jpg.html)
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After that it is time to finish the clasp.
On this one I used an old part from an old quiver where the leather had broken.
You can see I sewed the buckle in when I sewed the front pocket on. But you can use either the weight of the flap or any closure you wish. There are lots of possibilities and your imagination can run wild.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831313.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831313.jpg.html)
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Here is what the inside looks like.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423831314.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423831314.jpg.html)
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The inside laying Flat.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423616957.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423616957.jpg.html)
This is what it should look like.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423616954.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423616954.jpg.html)
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Looks great!
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I need to punch holes in the leather for the clasp then its ready for the woods and field.
Enjoy.
PS. I made a practice one out of Black Canvas Fabric. it will be in the St Jude auction. I made mistakes like crooked stitches but it is 100% functional and useable.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/Haversack%20Project/1423869184.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/Haversack%20Project/1423869184.jpg.html)
Enjoy.
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Nice work Charlie!
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Nice work Charlie, that looks like it would be very handy to have in the woods.
-Jay
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Wow, excellent work Charlie! :thumbsup:
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Nice job. Thanks for sharing. I have been thinking about a haversack. I might need to start looking for material to make one for myself.
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Hey!! That looked like my shirt you cut up there? Nice job!! But now I know what to get you for your birthday after seeing your hack saw.
Very nice and functional. But now being below zero, that warm shirt would be nice to have..
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That's awesome Charlie! Thanks for showing us how...
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That is an awesome job I have been useing one since I have been hunting with my back quiver but mine ain't that cool. I love that red and black very nice job sir very nice....
,,,Sam,,,
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Great work Charlie. I wish I had your seeing skills.
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Sewing that is
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Great idea Charlie!
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Nicely done !
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Well done! :clapper:
Jon
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Very nice job Charlie.
Thank you for sharing! :clapper:
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Great thread!
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Nice job!
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That came out really good, Charlie. I just got an antique (1950) singer sewing machine and want to make some hunting stuff. I think I'll start with a haversack like yours. Thanks again for sharing.
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great work Charlie :clapper: :clapper:
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looks great. Thanks for sharing Charlie :thumbsup:
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Nice job on that. For those that don't have a sewing machine or don't know how to use one you can sew it without one using wool yarn and a blanket stitch. You need to sew it right side out though as the stitches are designed to be shown. Look the stitch up on the internet. Using a contrasting color gives a good effect.
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Looks great! Thank you for taking the time to share!
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Nice! I am working on one myself. Trying to use some old deer skins. Not sure how it will look in the end. Thanks for the inspiration!
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:thumbsup:
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Good job Charlie! There's something about using a haversack that just screams bowhunting. I like the feeling of one hanging on my side. Thanks for sharing your skills with us! :clapper:
Bernie
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Very nice job!
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Great job Charlie. That looks great! Thanks for the build along.
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Nice Work Charlie! Thanks for taking us along on your build!
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Way to go, Charlie!!! That's a very well thought out, designed, and functional haversack. There's a lot of self satisfaction when you make your own gear/equipment-it adds so much to the whole "hunting experience".
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Thanks For the kind words everyone.
I have to thank Phil aka Selfbow19953. He had given me some valuable advice and Ideas.
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Hey Charlie, great looking job! Do you have the dimensions. I'm really interested in making one.
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I made this bag last year. Bison leather is really thick and hard to hand sew, but most of this one is!!
(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b147/fireman_3311/694A972F-9E2D-4F17-BA3E-A7FE51A70090_zpsqvzqn89o.jpg) (http://s18.photobucket.com/user/fireman_3311/media/694A972F-9E2D-4F17-BA3E-A7FE51A70090_zpsqvzqn89o.jpg.html)
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Another
(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b147/fireman_3311/97C7E9D3-3C4A-4A48-813E-D0289A60FB91_zpshizhbk0k.jpg) (http://s18.photobucket.com/user/fireman_3311/media/97C7E9D3-3C4A-4A48-813E-D0289A60FB91_zpshizhbk0k.jpg.html)
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Those look Great Brad.
I bumped into more wool. Gonna get the sewing machine out.
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m637/cjohntalk/1424992968.jpg) (http://s1135.photobucket.com/user/cjohntalk/media/1424992968.jpg.html)
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Nice stuff......... :thumbsup:
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Great pattern Charlie!
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Cool! :saywhat: :goldtooth:
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These haversacks are even better looking in person!
Well done Charlie :thumbsup: :clapper: :clapper:
F-Manny
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heck yeah they do :bigsmyl: I know cause I now have one
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Good job Charlie- looks like a winner :thumbsup:
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Looks great!
I've been working with leather, but now I think I need to start working with wool and learn how to use a sewing machine!
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Originally posted by akbowbender:
Looks great!
I've been working with leather, but now I think I need to start working with wool and learn how to use a sewing machine!
The nice thing about wool is its easier to hand sew than leather.
Thanks guys for the compliments.
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Yep...been scavenging the thrift stores for a while for old wool blankets. I have several in store...gotta get to sewing, too.
Nice haversacks Charlie!
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What does everyone think about putting some water proof spray of some sort on it. Is that a good idea or not?
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Nice job, thanks for posting.
I have one made out of canvas (store bought, so not as nice) that I've used for the past 15 or so years. I don't know how many times I've been picked on for carrying a "purse" over the years, but the laughter always stops when I pull a sandwich, a pair of dry gloves, or whatever out of it. Then the chop busting turns to envy. ;)
I use silicone spray on mine once in a while. It doesn't keep things dry in a heavy rain, but lighter stuff beads up and rolls off. I keep the things that I want to stay dry in ziplock bags inside. Thanks again.
Bob
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The only thing I'd worry about by waterproofing is chemical odors.
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Originally posted by SELFBOW19953:
The only thing I'd worry about by waterproofing is chemical odors.
That's a good point. If you're worried about it, wax melted in with an old flatiron works too. I always make sure to spray whatever I'm going to well before season, so the odor has time to dissipate. Thanks for pointing that out.
Bob
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The nice thing about Wool is it contains Lanolin. It is naturally water repellant. Of course if you are in a good down pour or dunk it in the river, stuff may get wet.
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Ah....My Country for a Sewing Machine... :banghead: :biglaugh: