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author | Elena ``of Valhalla'' Grandi <valhalla@trueelena.org> | 2025-06-24 20:27:01 +0200 |
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committer | Elena ``of Valhalla'' Grandi <valhalla@trueelena.org> | 2025-06-24 20:27:01 +0200 |
commit | 72f82677b1f039480face10e09e8d2f4b962b935 (patch) | |
tree | 6a973d2d43b0de35142b832d6adc8603b95ff57c | |
parent | 8caea2ec511a949b635f5bf8354c555a8a02461b (diff) |
some improvements
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diff --git a/source/accessories/bags/index.rst b/source/accessories/bags/index.rst index b52a26d..1bd9779 100644 --- a/source/accessories/bags/index.rst +++ b/source/accessories/bags/index.rst @@ -8,5 +8,6 @@ drawstring_backpack/index modular_backpack_base/index + modular_front_pack/index pair_of_pockets/index shoulder_sack/index diff --git a/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/094452-img_4023.jpg b/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/094452-img_4023.jpg Binary files differnew file mode 100644 index 0000000..696c1cd --- /dev/null +++ b/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/094452-img_4023.jpg diff --git a/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/index.rst b/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/index.rst index 227c1dc..9656ad3 100644 --- a/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/index.rst +++ b/source/accessories/bags/modular_front_pack/index.rst @@ -9,11 +9,11 @@ Modular Front Pack :align: center This is a small day pack that can be used standalone or attached to the -front of a :doc:`modular_backpack_base/index` +front of a :doc:`../modular_backpack_base/index` This is a basic day pack with MOLLE knock-off/compatible webbing, so that it can be expanded with accessories. -Like the :doc:`modular_backpack_base/index` it isn't a beginner's +Like the :doc:`../modular_backpack_base/index` it isn't a beginner's project, as it requires quite some sewing confidence and a sewing machine able to sew through multiple layers of heavy materials and sew both straigt and zig-zag stitches. @@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Pattern The pattern is available in the following formats: -:download:`modular_front_pack.val.val` +:download:`modular_front_pack.val` valentina file where the measurements can be customized; :download:`modular_front_pack-copyshop.pdf` A0 PDF file for copyshop printing; @@ -84,16 +84,24 @@ Cut the rigid padding about 5 mm smaller than the pattern. MOLLE panels ^^^^^^^^^^^^ -Cut two extra front / back panels from the outer fabric; use either +.. note:: + Instead of cutting the laser-cut style MOLLE pattern, you can follow + the instructions for :ref:molle_pattern_webbing: on the base + backpack; in that case you'll need about 6 more meters of webbing. + + Note that the instructions for the base backpack use a 2.5 cm + allowance and instruct you to start attaching the webbing at 5.5 cm + from the top; since this pattern uses 2 cm allowance you should start + the webbing at 5 cm from the top. Print either the full pattern for a back panel with MOLLE slots, -:download:`molle_pattern_panel.svg` or the version on just one A4 sheet -:download:`molle_pattern_a4.svg`. +:download:`molle_pattern_front_back_panel.svg` or the version on just +one A4 sheet :download:`molle_pattern_a4.svg`. Cut two extra front / back panels, and cut the MOLLE slots on it with a knife, optionally cutting the rounded edges with a punch. -Heat-seal each edge with a hot hair station set at ?°C or a lighter +Heat-seal each edge with a hot hair station set at 200°C or a lighter flame. Sew the panels to the main front / back panels on the marked vertical @@ -116,10 +124,13 @@ elastic. Sides and Zipper ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ -Place the right side of the zipper on the right side of the sides place -the right side of its lining on top of both; sew so that the zipper is -sandwiched between the two layers and turn them inside out so that the -zipper protudes. +Place the right side of the zipper on the right side of the sides so +that the seam line of the sides is at a short distance from the teeth; +baste in place close to the edge of the zipper tape. + +Place the right side of its lining on top of both; sew so that the +zipper is sandwiched between the two layers and turn them inside out so +that the zipper protudes. Insert the zipper pulls in the assembled top/sides. @@ -166,7 +177,10 @@ Assemble the backpack ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Place the bottom panel on the top/side panel, right (fabric) sides -facing, sew on both short edges. Press the raw edges towards the +facing, sew on both short edges. Note that the zipper will have a +narrower seam allowance than the bottom panel. + +Press the raw edges towards the bottom and bind them with twill webbing. Place the right (fabric) side of the top/bottom/sides on the right side |