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meme40 06-15-2011 08:16 PM
I usually use a big safety pin that I can push through, but here lately, I cut my handles at least 5 inches wide and sew 1/4 inch seam, so that it's easier to turn them inside out and then if they're too wide, I fold them over and sew an outside seam. Hope this helps.

GrannieAnnie 06-15-2011 08:43 PM
Originally Posted by jslovak
Does anyone have a good trick or use a good tool for turning strips for tote pages/purse handles right side out?
You can buy a tube turner.

What I do for straps is simply fold my fabric so that it overlaps in the what will be the back and then top stitch. So easy. And it doen't look a bit bad. If I have a light weight fabric, I simply fold it over 1" or 1.5" webbed strapping and again, sew down the middle.

Kyle's mem 06-18-2011 04:04 AM
I use a fast turn tool that has from large straps to spaghetti straps it is soooooooooo easey to use you can get it at most quilting shops or fabric shops it si fantastic.


Kyles Mem

brosier 06-19-2011 05:23 PM
I LIKE THIS! HAVE TO TRY

DonnaFreak 06-20-2011 10:16 AM
Originally Posted by quiltinggirl
I simply use a wood skewer rod. They are very slim and will work with anything, plus they are very inexpensive. I like to use this as a tool when I am making the tie strings on flannel pj bottoms. :)
They're actually FREE if you get them at a Chinese restaurant. The "technical term" for them is "chopsticks". *grin*

yolanda 06-20-2011 10:18 AM
I am so glad I read this thread~!

Annya 06-21-2011 01:50 AM
Originally Posted by katiescraftshop
I use a big (turtle) diaper safety pin and do it the old fashioned way.
I also use a safety pin. It does not have to be too big--any will do.

QultingaddictUK 06-21-2011 02:35 AM
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This method, using a length of string/cord, was taught at my quilting class a couple of years back and now I always use this method as it is easy and makes such a lovely handle.

JudeWill 07-15-2011 12:59 PM
Originally Posted by lindasidlow
I fold the strip in half, press, open up, bring each raw edge to the crease mark, press, then fold in half then topstitch down both sides. I usually put a piece of webbing under the folded edges. I don't like turning a tube right side out. This method also has more layers making it stronger and wear longer.
I use this method, or most often, make the strap out of two different fabrics; fold each raw edge to the center, press, lay one on top of the other (wrong sides together) and top stitch.

wannaquilt1 10-06-2012 07:57 PM
Originally Posted by quiltinggirl (Post 3481599)
I simply use a wood skewer rod. They are very slim and will work with anything, plus they are very inexpensive. I like to use this as a tool when I am making the tie strings on flannel pj bottoms. :)
thank you so much! I just used a metal skewer rod to turn my apron ties. i've been having such a hard time I almost gave up and I saw your post and I just turned them all! Bless you!


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