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Does anyone know if MT provides measurements for their inserts? Specifically looking for measurements for B30 insert. After my u fortunate experience with 7RP not fitting my bag, I want to measure the actual dimensions of MT inside my bag to see if it will be too tight.
Or perhaps someone who has B30 insert could kindly help to let me know the measurements (even through PM if you prefer)? Many thanks
Or perhaps someone who has B30 insert could kindly help to let me know the measurements (even through PM if you prefer)? Many thanks
Thank you so much!There are measurements for some of the mai tai inserts on page 168.
Oh no..the measurements are even larger than 7RP, which means it will cause even more bulging. I am so lost... can’t seem to be able to find a good organiser at all. So frustrating!!!
Fourbi. I have MT, 7RP, and small Fourbi for my B30. If you think the 7RP is too tight, you really won’t like the MT as it is about 1-1.5 in longer. I have resorted to the Fourbi as my insert of choice for the B30.
Thank you for your reply. 7RP is a nice fit, but I can see the corners protruding and that’s not ok with me. I will have to consider Fourbi now... was hoping to avoid it as I don’t like how few pockets it has. Which size are you using?
You are most welcome. Sorry to hear that the measurements are not working. Hopefully you will be able to find another brand that has better measurements soon!!
I got the smaller version. I tried both and the large is soft and doesn’t cause and pressure, but is too tall. I think I posted a pic a few pages back of the small Fourbi in my B30.
Hello! I had a similar problem and dislikes, so what I have done is I bought one size down, felt stiff type and use the extra space as a place to store soft things e.g. scarf, handkerchief, small cloth pouch. For me its more about organizing then shape keeping/lining so if thats the case for you, then a size smaller organizer might work for you? Just a thought...
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Oh man. That took a while. First, I was swamped with work nonsense for a few months until I rage-quit and bought myself some time to get projects like this done. Then, I discovered that the learning curve for computer aided pattern drafting was rather steep.
The Garden Party 36 bag insert pattern is finally complete. I hope your standards aren't too high because it is an amateurish first attempt at a PDF pattern. I'm no pro and have no intention of being one, but it's free.
I'll send you PDF copies on request. I made instructions, a layout map of how to put the pattern together, and 2 versions of the pattern layout (one for American letter-sized paper and one for European/Australian A4 paper). I tried to message everyone who wanted one. Please send me a message/conversation if you haven't received a copy and let me know if you prefer the Letter-size or A4 size. As a side note, I thought about uploading copies to this thread for anyone to use, but decided against it because I've had rather nasty experiences with unscrupulous people on the internet stealing my work and passing it off as their own (sometimes for profit!). At least I have the illusion of some control over its use and distribution if it's a "by request" thing for active TPFers only.
If you run into any problems during the construction, there are loads of tutorials on how to do some of the basics ("easing in" pieces, finishing edges with bias tape) on the internet. Please let me know if you have difficulty opening the documents.
I hope to see pictures of your finished pieces!
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Wow! You have had a lot happen! I’m sorry to hear that your job was so stressful but I am happy that you had time to make this amazing pattern!
I want to say a huge thank you for sharing this and what efforts you have gone thru to do so are greatly appreciated!!!
Hello 
For those of you with a 30 Birkin, a 7RP 30B insert, as well as a 30 Garden Party, does your 7RP insert also fit well in your GP? I'm looking for options for a 30GP, and like the 7RP design quite a lot. Hoping it could work!
For those of you with a 30 Birkin, a 7RP 30B insert, as well as a 30 Garden Party, does your 7RP insert also fit well in your GP? I'm looking for options for a 30GP, and like the 7RP design quite a lot. Hoping it could work!
Hello, does anyone know if the 7RP B30 insert fits well in the Garden Party 30? Thanks in advance.
Hello hazefree2002, I now see you asked the same thing I did (see my post above). It doesn't appear you received replies, and am wondering if you had luck finding additional info. I contacted the company directly before posting, was told each insert is bag specific, and that perhaps inquiring here was best as a member might have tried it in a GP30. Hoping someone might have done so!
Hi @hazefree2002 and @etoile de mer. I am going to jump in here because I may be able to assist. I confess: I have not read back far enough in this thread to know which maker and which product you are referring to with the abbreviation 7RP. But I do have a few inserts I adore--and they work great for me in my GP30.
I also use these inserts with my K32 Sellier, and I use them with B35 (although their medium size would probably "fill up" the B35 better). And surprisingly, they even turned out to be the best option I've found for my Trim I (circa 1978) which is a north/south bag shape vs. the east/west shape of my other H bags. I've strayed to try a handful of other brands, but I always let the other brands go because the configuration and ease of use on these inserts are perfect for my needs.
The brand is PurseN and the size is Small. They come out with new colors and patterns frequently, but they are well made. I've worn mine for years and they still look like new. I have several B&W prints (zebra and houndstooth) and a navy/white Greek key pattern, so I can switch them up to match my bags. I prefer patterns because my solid color SLG's are easy to see on a print.
Here are photos with my GP30. Features I like best are:
- plenty of pockets and compartments
- silky feel to fabric that won't cause color rub-off or snag anything; SLGs slide in and out of each compartment with ease
- extremely lightweight yet durable
- full-length hidden zippered compartment that doesn't add bulk
- end pockets with gathers hold a small water bottle on one side and sunnies case or Carmen on the other side
- has flat, no-snag north/south zippers on both side panels to make sides wider (with open zippers) or more tapered at the bottom (with zippers closed)
- end panels have snap option to "cinch" insert shape, similar to the way end panels of GP30 bags have H Clou du Sel snap closure option for cinching side panels
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Thanks so much for your reply, and photos.
I've not heard of the PurseN brand before. I especially like the 7RP (7 Rue Paradis) insert because of the solid color fabric they use (Alcantara), and the simplicity of the design (flat slip pockets). The MaiTai insert for a 30B is the same one she offers for a 30GP. As her's are interchangeable, I was hoping that would be the case for the 7RP 30B insert.