I am evaluating an ECP to the original JCP. I bought some more velcro 3/4" strips, and cut it lengthwise, about 2". I used this to make another JCP Compact.
Basically I sewed these two strips on the hem, facing each other on the right side, as I did the upper end of the fabric. The objective was to allow a self-closing design that you could open up later to add or subtract PolyFil stuffing to, or if you needed to replace the original PolyFil, without having to seam-rip the stitches out each time.
I think it works; albeit I think maybe I would have left them at 3/4" for a more positive seal.
That’s a good idea, @Rj. A flap closure might be the way to go if you’re using Velcro.
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That’s funny, I was just thinking about this last night. I may have slightly overfilled the JCP I am currently using, I thought it would end up compressing down more than it did. Looks like you beat me to it. I should order some higher quality fabric and make an updated version
As I'm considering a purchase simply to start fiddling with junk carry pillows, I'll pose a question I never thought I'd ask - especially on PF: Do ya'll have any recommendations on sewing machines?
I mocked up the two velcro top closeout options with some spare fabric and pins today.
The "Flap":
Pros: The flap would guard against stuffing exiting the top with a close-over feature. But I'm not sure that's really necessary in this application. Con: Additional length of fabric is required for the 3/4" velcroX2, including the initial hem.
The "Butt":
I think this would be my preference. There's no need to extend the pattern that much. Since you are hemming the top edge anyway, you can just hold the velcro on and sew it as you go on each end. On prototype Hotel. I split the velcro in half lengthwise, and I think that might have been a bit insufficient retention. These two small 3/4" lengths should be enough to retain the polyfil. You have to yank on them pretty hard to get them apart, being velcro and all.
I may go ahead and knock out another prototype, India, to see how this would work.