Our Monstera Zipper pouch has been very popular! It’s a favorite in our studio and I’ve seen so many version on social media.
We have multiple kits and if you want to be surprised, we also have a mystery kit.
This cute and versatile bag is a simple pouch with a square bottom and it can easily be modified into a crossbody bag by adding a strap.
I’ll show you 3 different ways you can add a strap to a bag.
- Grommets
- Side Connectors
- Zipper Tab Connectors
We carry all the hardware and tools needed to add straps to a bag.
These pouches feature our custom printed vinyl.
How to add a strap using grommets
You’ll need:
- 4 – 3/8″ Grommets
- 2 – 1″ Gate Rings
I wouldn’t attach a chain to this style. If you want to use a chain, consider the other 2 options.
- Use a hole punch tool to make 3/8″ holes on each corner of the pouch (both sides) – 1/4″ from the edges.
- Attach the grommets using the hand press machine. The hand press must have the die for 3/8″ grommets.
- Prepare the straps using 1″ gate rings one each end.
- Insert the gate rings through the grommets.
How to add straps using side connectors
You’ll need:
- 2 pieces of vinyl 2 1/2″ x 1 1/2″
- 2 – 3/4″ D-Rings
- 6 – 9mm x 8mm rivets
- Your strap choice (webbing, cork strap, vinyl strap, chain, etc)
Instructions
- To add strength, you can fuse Decovil Light (2 1/2″ x 3/4″) at the center.
- Draw a line in the middle of the vinyl pieces (3/4″ from the edge along the long side)
- Use DST to fold edges of vinyl towards the center
- Use a round punch tool to round the edges
- Topstich around the vinyl pieces
- Use the hand press machine with the hole puch die to make holes centered, 1/4″ form the edge
- Thread a 3/4″ D-Ring through the vinyl and place it on the pouch side.
- Mark the holes placement.
- Use the hand press machine again to make the holes on the pouch. Make sure the lining is flat.
- Secure pieces with rivets.
How to add straps on the zipper tabs
You’ll Need:
- (4) 9mm x 8mm rivets
- (2) 1/2″ D-Rings
- (2) vinyl pieces 2″ x 1/2″
- Your strap choice (webbing, cork strap, vinyl strap, chain, etc)
Instructions
- Leave 3/4″ SA on both sides when attaching the zipper
- Use zipper tabs on both ends of the zipper
- After attaching the zipper, before closing the sides of the pouch, make holes on the zipper tabs (centered)
- To add strength you can fuse Decovi Light (2″ x 1/2″) to the vinyl pieces.
- Thread D-Rings through vinyl pieces
- Stitch 1/4″ from the edge
- Use the hand press machine with the hole puch die to make holes, centered, 1/2″ from the edge
- Insert D-ring strap connectors through each side of zipper tabs
- Secure with rivets
If you prefer a wristlet, follow the same instructions on just one of the side of the pouch.
Share your Monstera Zipper Pouches in our Facebook Group or using #myhandmadespace and #monsterazipperpouch on Instagram!
Happy Sewing,
Anabelle