Go Back  Quiltingboard Forums > Main
Interfacing? >

Interfacing?

Interfacing?

Old 10-05-2010, 08:59 AM
  #11  
Senior Member
 
Robinlee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: On the plains of the Dakota's
Posts: 776
Default

I would use a interfacing, whether a mid-weight iron-on or like Deco-bond. I used the prescribed Deco-bond in a "Professional tote" that I made and I would be very unhappy if I would not of added the interfacing, It would of been awful flimzy. I have a pattern to do this little wallet and my plans are to add the interfacing.
I only used Heat and Bond and Wonder-under for applique. Course now there is Steam-a-seam II, that is what I use for my applique work. Heat and Bond messes up my machine and needles.
Robinlee is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 09:02 AM
  #12  
Power Poster
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern Michigan
Posts: 12,861
Default

you can use any fabric for an interfacing; muslin works well. and as for the wonder under or another fusable...you can use a fusable in your bag but it has to be ironed to something; interfacing is a fabric used to add a layer, giving body to your piece, fusable does not add that layer, it simply works like glue to hold pieces. 2 very different animals. but, any lightweight inexpensive fabric can be used instead of purchasing a separate interfacing.
ckcowl is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 09:04 AM
  #13  
Super Member
 
knlsmith's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: West central Illinois
Posts: 2,919
Default

I'd just sew it in there if your heat/bond is heavy. It can cause needle problems. But if realy light, go for it. Its only fabric and thread! :) I love finding stuff at home. Its a little challenge for me. We live in the boonies so kind of hard to run out for just one thing.
Let us know what you do and how it works! :)
knlsmith is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 09:13 AM
  #14  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
Lady Shivesa's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: WV, USA
Posts: 748
Default

Thanks to everyone for the tips. :)

I'm going to experiment (possibly with the jeans idea) and see what happens. I'll let you all know how it works out. :)
Lady Shivesa is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 09:17 AM
  #15  
Super Member
 
Quilter7x's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: north east
Posts: 8,394
Default

Cool, I'm interested in how it comes out using jeans as an interfacing. It will definitely be sturdy, which is what interfacing will do. You might have to quilt it to keep it together.

I have made a ton of bags/purses and always use interfacing in them. Someone above said they would flimsy without and she's right.
Quilter7x is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 10:53 AM
  #16  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
Lady Shivesa's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: WV, USA
Posts: 748
Default

Just wanted to post a link here to my semi-finished wallet. The jean worked great! If anything it was a bit TOO stiff, but I think it will work out alright. :)

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-68454-1.htm#1679989
Lady Shivesa is offline  
Old 10-05-2010, 06:31 PM
  #17  
Power Poster
 
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: SW Iowa
Posts: 32,855
Default

I would not make it without pellon. I have used batting but I didn't like it as well.
littlehud is offline  
Old 10-06-2010, 05:04 AM
  #18  
Super Member
 
knlsmith's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: West central Illinois
Posts: 2,919
Default

Don't worry, after being used it will break in quite nicely. Great Job!
knlsmith is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
kaykid815
Pictures
19
02-15-2010 08:20 AM
MaineGirl76
Main
2
09-11-2009 11:58 AM
Elizabeth A.
Main
37
04-24-2008 09:54 AM
Knot Sew
Main
10
02-04-2008 03:09 AM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


FREE Quilting Newsletter