Originally Posted by
gramma nancy
I am about to make a tote bag for my DD and a purse for an upcoming trip for myself. My question is -- what does everyone use to create a flat, nonbending bottom on their bags? I don't want to put all the work into piecing a nice bag and have it droop.
In the past I have used plastic needlepoint canvas. I've always liked it because you can cut it very precisely to any size, but it is not quite as stiff as I would like. Any ideas?
Many thanks to anyone who cares to share.
I run a small business out of my home and I get a lot of fed x boxes. I cut them to fit and make a sleeve to put the cardboard in. I have made at least 100 totes and it holds up great and most of all it is free.