DIY Backpack Project Update/Progress – Pack Harness

I've made some progress on the pack project, as I have been working on the design of a versatile pack harness. I try to incorporate versatility in most of the gear that I make or acquire. To me, versatility means that I can carry less gear, to perform more tasks. Here you see the cut … Continue reading DIY Backpack Project Update/Progress – Pack Harness →

DIY Backpack project with some recycling

Last week I started a backpack sewing project. I chose one of the old frames that I have as a candidate to receive a new pack. It is a medium "Summit - Camp Trails" frame, and has a sticker that says "25 Year Guarantee". The welded aluminum frame is in great structural condition, and has … Continue reading DIY Backpack project with some recycling →

Duffel/Backpack DIY Project

Here is a project that I am working on. A duffel style backpack for Sheila's car, a hatchback SUV. Constructed of 1000 denier Cordura nylon, 500 denier Cordura nylon attachments, polyester lining, YKK #10 coil compartment zippers, and heavy nylon straps with adjustable side release buckles. Camo pattern is True Timber MC2 - purple with … Continue reading Duffel/Backpack DIY Project →

Sew Relaxing

As a sewing hobbyist, I find sewing to be very relaxing pastime. As with any hobby, one's mind can become completely enveloped in their task, reducing pressure from one's worries of their world, or the tension of issues in one's day. Listening to music and enjoying one's favorite beverage (coffee for me, please) while sewing, … Continue reading Sew Relaxing →