Sew Along - Portside Travel Set

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Difficulty:Intermediate

Sew along with us as we walk you through making the Portside Travel Set! In this sew-along you’ll learn how to create your own duffle bag, dopp kit, and pouch perfect for all your travel needs. We walk you through the various hardware needed as well as how to make your own zipper if needed.

Need Inspiration?Browse our Portside Pinterest Gallery before you start!

Dopp Kit Sew-Along Posts

1. Pattern Introduction

Learn all about the Portside Travel Set. It combines a roomy duffle, dopp kit, and pouch all into one pattern!

2. Supply List

We walk you through all of the fabric, tool, and supplies needed to complete your Portside.

3. Fabric Inspiration

Check out our inspiration swatches to get your creative ideas flowing!

4. Cutting

We walk you through cutting out your fabric and interfacing in this post.

5. Assembling the Side Panels

Learn how to properly assembly the side panels of your bag and install your zipper.

6. Assembling the Body

Learn how to properly assembly the body of your bag and attach the handle.

7. Assembling the Lining

You'll assemble the lining in the same manner as the body of the bag.

8. Attaching the Lining

Ready to attach your lining? You'll learn how to handsew this in place.

9. Adding the Zipper Pulls

These decorative zipper pulls add a polished look to your Portside.

10. Make the Portside Pouch

The Portside Pouch is a great travel companion. Learn how to make this simple bag.

Portside Pattern Variations & Extras

Making A Zipper

Learn how to make your own zipper!

2. Portside Variation 01: Waist Bag

Learn how to add a strap to your Portside Dopp Kit enabling you to wear it as a waist bag.