purse made with metal ruler
#1
i have made a couple of purses with the metal ruler, wondering if any one else has and if so have you had problems with the piece splitting in the middle after using for a while. one side is starting to rip in half and a sharp edge is in the middle.
#2
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I just made several of the little size. I think longer pieces might be a problem with breaking. I wrapped the metal tape in duct tape, only used the tape way at the end of the measure,where it did not get used as much. I did not cut the tape as long as the pattern stated.
I left 3/8" to 1/2" on each end of the casing. did you use interfacing on the casing ? PM is you have any other questions.
I love making & giving these little purses ! smitty
I left 3/8" to 1/2" on each end of the casing. did you use interfacing on the casing ? PM is you have any other questions.
I love making & giving these little purses ! smitty
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Originally Posted by smitty
I just made several of the little size. I think longer pieces might be a problem with breaking. I wrapped the metal tape in duct tape, only used the tape way at the end of the measure,where it did not get used as much. I did not cut the tape as long as the pattern stated.
I left 3/8" to 1/2" on each end of the casing. did you use interfacing on the casing ? PM is you have any other questions.
I love making & giving these little purses ! smitty
I left 3/8" to 1/2" on each end of the casing. did you use interfacing on the casing ? PM is you have any other questions.
I love making & giving these little purses ! smitty
#9
I've made several of the small ones. I round the ends and tape. I've made a large one but didn't use the tape in it as I didn't think it would work as well. I just used a small section of velcro as a fastener in the middle.
#10
Use the metal pull out rulers instead of a zipper in a purse or bag (in a casing) and the opening will snap shut. The heavy metal ruler works so much better then the thin one. Buy a pair of tin snips (looks like scissors) while you are in the hardware store. One big 25' ruler will make a lot of bags! Use two separate pieces one per side.
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