19 July 2013

Yoga bag

Hamish is on a yoga kick lately, but sadly lacks appropriate yoga lifestyle accessories. So I set about making a bag for his yoga mat.


I picked a handsome Parson Gray canvas print and studied up on free patterns and tutorials. Nothing matched my vision exactly, but several tutorials had helpful bits and pieces.


There are three open pockets on the outside of the bag around the base. The bag and pockets are lined with quilting-weight cotton.


The inner lining has a small pattern-matched envelope pocket for storing cash and keys.


It was a fun project, and came together more quickly than I expected. The final closure at the top where the zipper, strap, shell & lining come together was a bit tricky – I don't have a lot of bag making experience – but a bit of hand stitching did the job.

The three sources I found the most helpful were Amy Butler's free Nigella pattern for proportions and outer pocket, Modest Maven's tutorial for zipper and inner envelope pocket, and Jane's Girl Designs tutorial for another take on inserting a zipper.

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17 comments:

  1. JillyJuly 19, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    well, you can't pick up a hobby without having appropriate lifestyle accessories, can you? Does he have any lulu lemon stuff yet?

    great bag.

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  2. KelseyJuly 26, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    This is fantastic! I love the parson grey fabric you chose and the inside pocket for cash and keys. I'm tempted to whip something similar up someday. Thanks for sharing your finish.

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  3. NoraAugust 14, 2013 at 11:46 PM

    What a gorgeous bag!

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  5. JodiJanuary 17, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    Pretty cool! I just might make one for my daughter who will be getting back to yoga now that her wee babe is now 3 mths old. thanks for the link.

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    Hi, Dan. I haven't noticed from you in a long time, I hope everything is good with you & yours.

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    Looks like a great yoga bag! If you're interested in yoga I would definitely recommend taking a look at Kulae's elite hot hybrid yoga mat. This thing is the best! Super absorbent, great quality, and eco-friendly.

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  11. TorrySeptember 19, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    I found your blog by hitting the "next blog" button. You are a gifted teacher. I will be making a yoga mat carrier for my daughter as soon as I can get the measurements for her mat. Thank you so much for clear, concise instructions and a beautiful finished project! (Goes off singing Christmas songs...)

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