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Mkotch 06-19-2011 02:43 AM

Timtex
Cardboard
two layers of batting
Plastic milk jug cut to size
template plastic
old cutting mat
outdoor political campaign signs
the sky's the limit!

ladycaller 06-19-2011 03:37 AM

Years ago I made fabric bowls and found some left overs, don't know if they still have that stiff pellon or not. That worked for me.

jitkaau 06-19-2011 03:47 AM

I use plastic canvas.

quiltingcath 06-19-2011 04:00 AM

my aunt and I use am board cut to size and then covered with the lining fabric. You can buy the board at local craft stores and maybe even wal-mart in their craft section.

quiltingcath 06-19-2011 04:01 AM

i meant to say foam baord

applique 06-19-2011 04:05 AM


Originally Posted by Mkotch
Timtex
Cardboard
two layers of batting
Plastic milk jug cut to size
template plastic
old cutting mat
outdoor political campaign signs
the sky's the limit!

I bet the LQS has old cutting mats you could use, They cut through them frequently.

GGinMcKinney 06-19-2011 05:02 AM

I just completed a tote that was 4" x 15.5" on the bottom. Canvas plastic that I have was not long enough. Pattern called for plexiglass. Went to Home Depot & Lowe's. Neither would cut the plexiglass for me and I don't know how. Finally found a 1/4" thick wood they call craft wood in the lumber section. It was about 20" long. Width was fine. I drew a line and hubby cut it. He sanded it and rounded the corners and sanded them. I made a fabric sleeve out of the lining and used velcro to close it so it can be removed for washing. I plan to get scotchgard to use all over the tote prior to using it. It will repel dirt and be easier to clean.

GGinMcKinney 06-19-2011 05:03 AM

What craft store carries the wood?

GGinMcKinney 06-19-2011 05:04 AM

What tool is used to cut the floor tiles?


Originally Posted by erstan947
Cheap peal and stick floor tiles cut to size and covered with the lining fabric:)


GGinMcKinney 06-19-2011 05:05 AM

What tool/how do you cut your own plexi glass?



Originally Posted by leatheflea
It depends on the bag. On simple totes I use plexi glass bought by the sheet that I cut to size. Smaller purses I just use a heavy stabilizer thats like cardboard, its fusible and holds it shape very well. I have been know to use the fabric boards that fabric comes on at our wal-mart, they only sell precuts and that fabric is really stiff.



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