What You\u2019ll Need for your DIY Compression Sack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- \u00be yard of Nylon Ripstop Fabric or \u00bd yard and \u00bc yard of alternating fabric<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 3 yards of Nylon Strap<\/a> & 3 Plastic Clips<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Drawstring or Shoelace<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lighter or Candle<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sewing Machine<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Polyester or Nylon Thread<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heavy Duty Sewing Needles <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Most of these materials I had on hand, reducing the cost dramatically. If you get into the MOYG (Make your own gear) world, I highly recommend buying a bag of clips and other things to have on hand. For under $10 you can get 20 clips to keep on hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fabric will have enough leftovers to make an additional bag and for a few dollars more, you can get triple the nylon straps and clips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can make yours with Ripstop nylon, Dyneema, Tyvek, or any other type of lightweight waterproof fabric. I made 2 DIY Compression Stuff Sacks for $10 <\/strong>total. I have leftover hardware to make more if needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTotal time = 1.25hrs
Skill Level = Intermediate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Materials](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Materials-Needed.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDIY Compression Stuff Sack Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The pattern is for an X-Small Compression Sack<\/a>. I needed it to fit my ultralight sleeping bag created a few days prior. The pattern is for the final size. You\u2019ll need to add in a .5\u201d seam allowance on each side. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to make a Stuff Sack<\/h2>\n\n\n\nStep 1 – Cut Nylon webbing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cut three 14\u201d lengths of nylon strap and three 4\u201d lengths of\nnylon straps. Melt each end of the strap with a flame to prevent fraying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 2 – Carrying Strap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Take your two rectangles, the wrong sides facing out, and sew them together along the long side. Turn right-side out and topstitch. <\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Top](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Strap.png\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAdd this to the top of one of the circles you\u2019ve already\ncreated. Sew along the rounded sides. <\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"attached](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Strap-Connected.png\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n![\"Finished](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Top-and-Circle-together.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 3 – Scrunch Sack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
With your large rectangle cut for the stuff sack, fold it in half lengthwise and sew along the edge. Leaving right sides together, fold over the top an inch and secure down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You need enough room for the drawstring. Cut two small holes in your top channel and add the drawstring. Attach one circle to the bottom of the bag. <\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"DIY](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Stuff-Sack.png\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nStep 4 – The Sides and Straps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
With wrong sides out, lay the three 14 inch straps in-between each layer as shown below. Stich along the top edge. Turn right side out and add a topstitch. Fold the piece in half, and stitch together to make a circle. <\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"Straps](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Sides.png\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n![\"DIY](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Sewing-Together-Sides-and-Strap.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nRepeat with the other set, but instead of laying the straps flat;\nfold the 4-inch strap in half with the top portion of the clip in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Inside](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Strap-Close-Up.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Topstiched](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/All-peices.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 5 Putting it all\ntogether<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAdd the side pieces to the two remaining circles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the bottom of the compression portion of the bag (the side with the long straps) sew the bottom of the bag, to the sack. The bottom of the compression portion should be the wrong side out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The sack remains right side out. Sew the seams together. Then thread the nylon straps with the bottom clip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Bringing](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Attaching-Together-2.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSewing Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Be careful to watch the right side\/wrong side when assembling pieces. I constructed two bags and both got messed up. Circles always add a level of confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I reduced the size of the stitch to create tighter seams. With smaller stitches is harder to use a seam ripper to fix mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Topstitching isn\u2019t necessary but I like the look. I also feel it adds to its stability since the compression bag is under a lot of pressure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Backstitching over the straps to reinforce it isn\u2019t necessary since you go back over it with a topstitch. For extra peace of mind, I did backstitch over the strap once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Never store your down sleeping bag in a compression sack for longer than your trip. It can cause damage to the feathers. Instead, put it in a storage sack<\/a> or mesh laundry bag<\/a> so it can breathe when not in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWould I make DIY Compression Stuff Sack again? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I loved making these DIY Compression Stuff Sacks. Because of the material, I used, it can double as a dry bag too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I also loved that it is easier to stuff my sleeping bag<\/a> into compared to the original that I had. They have a cylindrical design than most, which stuffs easier into tight spots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most of these materials I had on hand, reducing the cost dramatically. If you get into the MOYG (Make your own gear) world, I highly recommend buying a bag of clips and other things to have on hand. For under $10 you can get 20 clips to keep on hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fabric will have enough leftovers to make an additional bag and for a few dollars more, you can get triple the nylon straps and clips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can make yours with Ripstop nylon, Dyneema, Tyvek, or any other type of lightweight waterproof fabric. I made 2 DIY Compression Stuff Sacks for $10 <\/strong>total. I have leftover hardware to make more if needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Total time = 1.25hrs The pattern is for an X-Small Compression Sack<\/a>. I needed it to fit my ultralight sleeping bag created a few days prior. The pattern is for the final size. You\u2019ll need to add in a .5\u201d seam allowance on each side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cut three 14\u201d lengths of nylon strap and three 4\u201d lengths of\nnylon straps. Melt each end of the strap with a flame to prevent fraying. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Take your two rectangles, the wrong sides facing out, and sew them together along the long side. Turn right-side out and topstitch. <\/p>\n\n\n Add this to the top of one of the circles you\u2019ve already\ncreated. Sew along the rounded sides. <\/p>\n\n\n With your large rectangle cut for the stuff sack, fold it in half lengthwise and sew along the edge. Leaving right sides together, fold over the top an inch and secure down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You need enough room for the drawstring. Cut two small holes in your top channel and add the drawstring. Attach one circle to the bottom of the bag. <\/p>\n\n\n With wrong sides out, lay the three 14 inch straps in-between each layer as shown below. Stich along the top edge. Turn right side out and add a topstitch. Fold the piece in half, and stitch together to make a circle. <\/p>\n\n\n Repeat with the other set, but instead of laying the straps flat;\nfold the 4-inch strap in half with the top portion of the clip in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 5 Putting it all\ntogether<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Add the side pieces to the two remaining circles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On the bottom of the compression portion of the bag (the side with the long straps) sew the bottom of the bag, to the sack. The bottom of the compression portion should be the wrong side out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The sack remains right side out. Sew the seams together. Then thread the nylon straps with the bottom clip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Be careful to watch the right side\/wrong side when assembling pieces. I constructed two bags and both got messed up. Circles always add a level of confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I reduced the size of the stitch to create tighter seams. With smaller stitches is harder to use a seam ripper to fix mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Topstitching isn\u2019t necessary but I like the look. I also feel it adds to its stability since the compression bag is under a lot of pressure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Backstitching over the straps to reinforce it isn\u2019t necessary since you go back over it with a topstitch. For extra peace of mind, I did backstitch over the strap once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Never store your down sleeping bag in a compression sack for longer than your trip. It can cause damage to the feathers. Instead, put it in a storage sack<\/a> or mesh laundry bag<\/a> so it can breathe when not in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I loved making these DIY Compression Stuff Sacks. Because of the material, I used, it can double as a dry bag too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I also loved that it is easier to stuff my sleeping bag<\/a> into compared to the original that I had. They have a cylindrical design than most, which stuffs easier into tight spots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skill Level = Intermediate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDIY Compression Stuff Sack Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to make a Stuff Sack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1 – Cut Nylon webbing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 2 – Carrying Strap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 3 – Scrunch Sack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nStep 4 – The Sides and Straps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSewing Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Would I make DIY Compression Stuff Sack again? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
![\"DIY](\"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Stuff-Sack-vs-Not.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
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