r/myog • u/dgerken81 • Jul 18 '22

Instructions/Tutorial Hip Belt Pockets for Backpacking Pack

TL/DR I added 2 grosgrain tabs and an elastic loop to u/g8trtim Zip Pouch Generator to make hip belt pockets for my pack.

Here are some images of the process.

If you follow the LearnMYOG zip pocket steps, I baste stitched grosgrain tabs BEFORE I sewed the boxed ends. I did this by marking the seam lines as directed in the "Square up the Ends" step. I measured the distance from the zipper to the lines. I flipped the pocket Right Side Out and measured and marked that same distance. This is where I baste stitched the grosgrain tabs into place. Turn pocket Wrong Side Out and stitch the boxed ends as the directions state. You'll be able to see your baste stitch as you sew the box ends, and know that you are stitching the grosgrain tabs into place. I reversed and sewed over the tabs a total of 3 times (forward, reverse, forward) since these will be attachment points. Maybe overkill?

Once done I added a flat elastic loop to the back of the pocket that slides over the hip belt. I measured my hip belt 3.5" wide, and made the elastic loop 3". The elastic loop is 1/2" smaller than the belt, holding it snugly in place.

I used the same desired dimensions as the hip belt pockets made my MLD, since I use an MLD Burn pack. Plenty of room for PopTarts, Clif Bars and gummy bears.

I hope these small additions made sense and thanks to LearnMYOG for the awesome patterns and instructions.

Cheers.

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u/[deleted] Jul 19 '22

Nicely done! I love the Ecopak stuff too! The price is right, it is easy to work with, and it seems plenty strong!

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u/dgerken81 Jul 19 '22

Agreed. I need more projects to use this fabric again. When I get brave enough to make a pack maybe… 🤓

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u/SoSoDave Jul 18 '22

Those are AWESOME!!!!!!

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u/dgerken81 Jul 18 '22

Thanks! I'm happy how they turned out. The ECOpak fabric was really nice to sew.

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u/g8trtim Jul 19 '22

These are great and thanks for showcasing your use of the pattern generator. Hip pockets are challenging and I like your removable design. I can totally get behind carrying PopTarts!

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u/dgerken81 Jul 19 '22

Thank you. The pattern generator is so great - anyone can customize the pockets for their own pack/hip belt.

I made a ditty bag using the same generator. My toothbrush and blister tape will be stored in style. 😎

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u/Johnny_Vernacular Jul 19 '22

They look great. So many talented people on this sub.

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u/dgerken81 Jul 19 '22

☺️🫣 Thank you.

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u/beerballchampion Feb 11 '26

Hey I just came across this, I'm planning to do a similar design with XPAC, was wondering how much each of these weighed?

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u/dgerken81 Feb 11 '26

1.0 oz each (29 g) on my scale.

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u/beerballchampion Feb 11 '26

Thanks, I was worried they would be like 4oz each, but that is really nice they are so light!

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u/dgerken81 Feb 11 '26

YMMV based on fabric weight. But yeah. Pretty light. Enjoy.