Originally Posted by barbrdunn
Originally Posted by katier825
That's very pretty! Next time, if you prefer the fleece, try as others stated with 1/2 the width and sew with the walking foot. I think it's much easier to sew that way.
I did use only 1/2 the fleece in the handles and sewed 1/8 and 1/4 on each side. I have a Pfaff, so they sewed up well. I just could not handle the four thicknesses of fleece in the handles (as the pattern directed). I think next time I might try the lining without the fleece. Not sure if I need it to keep it standing up, but it would make the seams less bulky. Maybe I just had fleece that was too thick. Don't know if they sell different thicknesses or not.
You could always try 1/4 of the fleece, so there's just one thickness of it. I like to have cushioned straps on my bags - a bit more comfortable for me than no fleece at all.
I don't think they sell a thinner one.