Tried my hand at a backpack, simple ruck type with flap lid:



I have some Multicam Cordura around but I didn't want to use it for practice so I also bought 6 yards of a canvas type material. I used 2" seat belt webbing for the straps. the straps were pushing the limit of the $50 machine but it did ok once I got some "jeans" needles.




I learned some stuff:
-Finish your exposed edges first; I started with the lid, turned out great and then I realized I hadn't finished the edges.
-The sides of the lid should meet up with the top corners of the back/lid (see pic #2 for that loveliness)
-I should probably spend more than $50 on a machine at some point.
-Check my math, my lid sides were a little long.
-This "canvas" likes to unravel it's self, might have been easier to use some of my cordura.

Version 2.0 will be:
-Made with cordura, heavier thread, most likely with the help of a more skilled person...
-Will have a couple rows of MOLLE. Also a patch of loop and maybe a water bottle side pocket
-The inside part should have a drawstring so the lid goes on easier