SusanMarie1956

Hi!

I want to make tote bags that has Strength in them. How do you make the sides and bottoms of them stronger? I heard once about something that was " fusible "... That's the only word I remember? fusible what???

Susan

berryberry

fusible interface- like the stuff in a collar

GagaSmith

There are some very stiff interfacings that are fusible. Some people also use something in the bottom of the bag like template plastic, plastic canvas or cardboard.

mrsswmohermit

Nancy's notions has what they call Peltex interfacing.

lots2do

There was a tote tutorial on here today that showed how to use batting and lining. It looked very sturdy.

SusanMarie1956

Thnk You All so much... Interfacing! That's the word I'm looking for.

~ Susan

Up North

I found with my purse the handles wore out soonest so that is where I would concentrate o the next one I make. I use fusabale pellpon on my purses. It is like a thin batting.

Dolphyngyrl

Peltex is good for bottoms, also soft ans stable gives good body

Jackie Spencer

I use Fusible Pellon Fleece ( from Joann's) For all my purses, bags and totes. Use a dry iron, no steam!