Any Tips for Bag Making?
07-08-2013, 09:25 AM
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Having made many bags, my one tip is: be sure to use a thick, sturdy interfacing like Peltex inside the bag. Otherwise it will be totally floppy and drive your daughter bonkers. It doesn't add much weight but it does add a lot of durability.
07-08-2013, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by mom-6
With upholstery fabric you don't need interfacing, just a lining.
And the lining can be great way to use those fabrics you have that you wonder why you got in the first place!
I like to put pockets inside near the top, sometimes one larger than the other, for phone, keys, etc.
Be sure to back stitch at least an inch at beginning and end when attaching the pockets.
If using the webbing for handles be sure to melt the ends so they don't fray out!
And the lining can be great way to use those fabrics you have that you wonder why you got in the first place!
I like to put pockets inside near the top, sometimes one larger than the other, for phone, keys, etc.
Be sure to back stitch at least an inch at beginning and end when attaching the pockets.
If using the webbing for handles be sure to melt the ends so they don't fray out!
and you'll have bags! That's the best and easiest way to get them.
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