Old 08-09-2010, 03:32 AM
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dgmoby
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Has anyone tried the very stiff fusible for the Bow Tuck purse? I know the directions request Pellon fusible fleece, but I am considering using this stiffer fusible instead.

I've never cared much for real floppy type purses, preferring them to have some body instead. I've used the stiff fusible (Craft Fuse?) for the other couple of purses/totes I've made. It gives them some substance (stands up, firmer handles, washes well and doesn't feel like a board). I've never tried the Pellon Fleece before, but have seen a couple of totes that crumple down like a limp noodle and the ladies said they were made with fleece - brand unknown. They looked more like a quilt made into a purse ;)

I am just wondering how a Bow Tucks purse would turn out using this stiffer fusible, vs. the Pellon fusible fleece. This will be the first one I've made - and actually it's the Mini-Bow Tucks. What do you all think? Has anyone used anything other than the fusible fleece for it? How did it turn out?

Any thoughts are appreciated!
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