Haversack Build Along

[Bud B.]

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!

[Bigmagic]

What does everyone think about putting some water proof spray of some sort on it. Is that a good idea or not?

[Whitetail Addict]

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

[SELFBOW19953]

The only thing I'd worry about by waterproofing is chemical odors.

[Whitetail Addict]

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

[Cyclic-Rivers]

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.

[Shakes.602]

Ah....My Country for a Sewing Machine...