30.9.11

Zach's Pack


Zach's Pack is not very photogenic.  So I'll apologize up front for the terrible photos.  I think if I had used a stiffer canvas it would not look like this.  Anyway, it looks better in real life, you'll just have to trust me on that.


Pattern is the Penguin Backpack from Oliver and S Little Things to Sew. This book is one of the best pattern books I have ever had.  Easy to follow instructions and fun projects that are easily customizable.


I decided to add piping as I've seen on other backpack patterns.  It was surprisingly easy to do.


Recycled strap adjusters.


Fun zipper pull.  I picked this zipper up at the thrift store a few years ago.  So glad I did.


When I finished the bag up, Zachary put it on and immediately walked downstairs toward the garage door saying, "Bus, bus."  He thought he could go on the bus if he had a back pack.  So funny!


Backpack in action. If he can't go on the bus, then this car will have to do.

I'm linking up to A Little Gray's Backpack Link Up.  Check out all of the other Penguin Backpacks.

BTW - Suzanne had her baby on Monday morning bright and early!  Everything seemed to be okay but that afternoon he wasn't doing too well.  Sebastian has Group B Strep Infection and is on antibiotics in the hospital.  He'll need to be in for about 2 weeks.  I am sure she will post some photos when they are both home.

16 comments:

  1. What a cute backpack! The piping is an awesome touch, and I really like the animal print pocket.

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  2. We will keep Suzanne and Sebastian in prayer! Please keep us posted... thank you!

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  3. Adorable! The piping is a great addition.

    Thanks for the update on Suzanne, I'll be praying for both her and her brand new baby.:)

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  4. Congratulations Suzanne and your baby boy. May he recover quickly so you can all be together at home as a family. Can't wait for you to post some pictures!

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  5. That's really cute Alisa. I'll have to check out that book.
    And Suzanne, we'll keep Sebastian and your family in our prayers.
    anne

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  6. It looks great, I love the trim all the details.

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  7. Super cute backpack! And big congratulations to Suzanne. Hope the little man makes a speedy recovery. I am sure she'll be keen to get home and settled :) Thanks for the update!

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  8. I really love all the cute details you added! Great work!

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  9. It turned out great! And I really like the piping you added!

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  10. Love the added detail of the piping- little things can make a big difference!

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  11. The backpack is great! I love the Zoo fabric!

    Hope your nephew will recover quickly!

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  12. Very cute. I like that your strap adjusters are metal, all I had was plastic. I also love the piping, I've never done it and considered it, then chickened out at the last minute. Maybe next time :)

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  13. Love the details! Especially the nice big zipper pull, so great for little hands.

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  14. the piping is perfect! Love that cool zipper pull too.

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  15. So many great touches on this backpack! Love the piping, the contrast topstitching, the zipper pull and the metal strap adjusters!

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  16. The piping really makes the backpack! Perfect addition.

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