Ultralight Fanny Pack Kit

I’ve only been sewing for a few weeks, and I wanted a kit with zippers. This was my first zipper build, and it turned out great. Easy to follow video. After installing the zippers, the top and bottom side panels were no longer the same size, so I simply trimmed them and sent it. It is water resistant when you are done. It will need to be seam sealed for even better results. The design is easy enough that I have since cut out one and made it for me. I had given the kit to my mom. I added a stretch pocket to the front of mine, using the same technique as shown for the rear pocket. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the kit to anyone else who is either starting out, or doesn’t feel like doing all the measuring and cutting.

First, I love the topo fabric! The how-to video made the project easy and I enjoyed making it! DIY is more rewarding than buying! (I think next time I’ll add a pocket on the inside to help organize a little bit).

The tutorial video was helpful. In several instances the camera angle or the sewist’s hands blocked critical visuals that would have explained some methods or techniques more clearly. Perhaps that’s a “me and my newness” issue. Nevertheless, I’m very pleased with the finished product, and it does what I want it to do!

Ordered a DIY fanny pack kit. Unfortunately the item was not cut correctly. After talking with Avery, the kit was replaced with a new kit, which was cut properly. Customer service was very helpful and responsive to the issue. I will still use Ripstop when a diy kit is available for an item that fits my needs.

Easy to assemble, results in a very lightweight fanny pack. I really love how the blue stands out - will hopefully help me to not lose it in the woods. :)

I have some sewing experience but I’m no expert. This kit was very straightforward and easy and I think the finished product is great!

Such a fun project, and the instructions and accompanying video are excellent! On to the next one!

Great instructions and materials! The waterproof zipper was very easy to sew through and was a great intro into how I could incorporate it into other projects. The kit is also very customizable and lends itself well to adding your own special touches.

Fun little project. The material was great to work with, everything I needed was all there. Also the instructional video was excellent, made it a snap to sew. Made a few modifications for myself, but it's a great value as is.

Fun to build and really excited to wear it!

This was my first project with a zipper and the cut fabric, instructional video, and materials were great! The project turned out perfectly -- except I constructed it with the 'trail days' written upside down as you viewed the bag. Oh well!

I bought the kit along with additional fabric & hardware to make fanny packs for my son & hiking buddy. I had a good time making the pouches. Very easy following along with the video. Everyone was pleased with the results.

The kits were great, but the elastic was missing from both.

Enjoyed putting together this introductory project. The video instructions are well done and easy to follow. It would be nice to have written instructions to go along with the kit to avoid stopping and starting the video so often. I'll also note that I didn't receive the long piece of webbing for the hip strap with this kit. Other kits have noted bits missing as well. It wasn't a deal breaker, but RSBTR may want to focus a little bit more on quality control when assembling these kits.

I got the UL fanny pack kit to try out the fabric and to practice making more complex projects. The kit was easy to assemble, and I really like the X-pac material and topographic print. I put the bag to good use for holding my wallet and a few sundries while riding my motorcycle off-road in Death Valley this weekend. It worked perfectly, and I hardly knew it was there.

Great service, quality materials!

This was a fun project. I added a mesh front pocket and plan to use it as a minimalist fly fishing tackle bag. Watch the video carefully all the way through, test fit the pieces first and you won’t have a problem.

Fun to make and use

This kit, like the others I’ve sewn is well thought out, excellent selection of materials and the best video tutorials to assist with clarity.