For those who make bags
12-22-2010, 03:52 PM
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I use this all of the time, but I get mine at a business that makes signs, and it costs $2 for a large sheet that I can get 4-5 purse bottoms out of. And last time I went in, she gave me a scrap piece about the same size that they had left over from a job that was perfect, and didn't charge me a cent. This stuff holds up forever! I make a sleeve for it out of my lining fabric, and just slip it off when I wash my purse.
12-22-2010, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by davidwent
Yeah those vote for me signs are called coroplast(I think). I used to build RC planes from them tough and light stuff
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12-22-2010, 05:24 PM
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Well, I need to get out more often! I had not a clue what people were talking about with the "vote" signs :):) All I knew at the time was I needed 2 large (10" x 21" ) pieces of something and refused to pay $$$ for plexi glass. I guess you ladies are just really good recyclers also! My eyes are slowly being opened... :):)
12-22-2010, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by kathy
a lot of people use the "vote for me " signs, same plastic cardboard but free! I've used template plastic.
12-22-2010, 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by plainjane
I needed to have a support for the bottom of "luggage" I made for Kylie (pics on another post). I went to the hardware store thinking I would buy plexi glass. It was $24 for what I needed-too expensive, so I started cruzing the isles for something. I found "Plastic Cardboard"! It is the "for sale" signs - not the solid thinner, flexible, plastic but literally looks like white plastic cardboard. I used the rotary cutter (I know, it was an old blade though:) ) and used extra pressure to cut it. I covered it with fabric and if it is soiled, it can easily be cleaned. It only cost $6 for what I needed. And did I mention it is very lightweight!
12-22-2010, 08:46 PM
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I love using the coroplast in the bottoms of my bags. It's also what I wrap my fabric around to arrange my stash.
The best part of using it in bags is it tolerates water, so if the bag accidently gets wet, the bottom doesn't fall apart. It also is a good foundation if you like to add "feet" to the bag.
I used this to make temporary gates in my house for puppy training too, but that's another story.
The best part of using it in bags is it tolerates water, so if the bag accidently gets wet, the bottom doesn't fall apart. It also is a good foundation if you like to add "feet" to the bag.
I used this to make temporary gates in my house for puppy training too, but that's another story.
12-22-2010, 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by GrannieAnnie
Originally Posted by plainjane
I needed to have a support for the bottom of "luggage" I made for Kylie (pics on another post). I went to the hardware store thinking I would buy plexi glass. It was $24 for what I needed-too expensive, so I started cruzing the isles for something. I found "Plastic Cardboard"! It is the "for sale" signs - not the solid thinner, flexible, plastic but literally looks like white plastic cardboard. I used the rotary cutter (I know, it was an old blade though:) ) and used extra pressure to cut it. I covered it with fabric and if it is soiled, it can easily be cleaned. It only cost $6 for what I needed. And did I mention it is very lightweight!
12-22-2010, 09:39 PM
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My daughter uses plastic canvas in the bottom of the bags she makes. Slip them inside a fabric case and if you have something leak or spill you can easily clean the bag and reuse the plastic canvas. She got a super deal on the canvas on clearance at WM.
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