September seems like a good time for me to start production of Christmas gifts for my recipients. As the days get shorter, colder, and wetter, working indoors is far more productive. Here are some of the components necessary to complete one of the gifts, while I'm awaiting delivery of straps and hardware. This will … Continue reading DIY Christmas Gifts – Production begins.
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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
Beginner sewing – First projects
I started sewing last year. An odd hobby for a 62 year old man to take up. My interest in sewing was spurred by my interest in examining the mechanical synchronies of a sewing machine, and an interest in producing outdoor gear products for myself. I found a Montgomery Ward Model URR 787 - 21 … Continue reading Beginner sewing – First projects
Cast From The Past 