Tote/Bow Tuck Question
#1
I'm making a Bow Tuck using magnetic clasps rather than a tie and button. For those who've made a Bow Tuck before, should I put the clasp through the lining piece with the FF attached? Or should I just put it through the lining piece?
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I used one a while back on the convertible tote. Don't remember how I did it though. But do remember I did not like it because the magnets were too strong. I felt that the fabric around it would not hold up to the pressure required to pull the magnets apart.
I have also used buttens with a loop closure. Not real secure. The fasteners that I have really like have been velcro. I suppose zippers would be best but I hate working with them.
I have also used buttens with a loop closure. Not real secure. The fasteners that I have really like have been velcro. I suppose zippers would be best but I hate working with them.
#4
These are totes for someone else, she purchased the supplies asking that I use the magnetic clasps. I'm just not sure when to put them in. I'm thinking if I want them to hold up well to use, I'll reinforce the fabric and attach them through both the fabric and the FF layer.
#5
I have made bags with magnetic snaps and I put the prongs through the lining and fusible fleece as I think the lining will wear thin around the snaps. In fact I also place a small square of interfacing with 2 slits cut in it for the prongs behind the FF for added reinforcement. Hope that helps.
#6
Originally Posted by AlienQuilter
I used one a while back on the convertible tote. Don't remember how I did it though. But do remember I did not like it because the magnets were too strong. I felt that the fabric around it would not hold up to the pressure required to pull the magnets apart.
I have also used buttens with a loop closure. Not real secure. The fasteners that I have really like have been velcro. I suppose zippers would be best but I hate working with them.
I have also used buttens with a loop closure. Not real secure. The fasteners that I have really like have been velcro. I suppose zippers would be best but I hate working with them.
Oh, I also put a small piece of cardboard behind the snaps but still didn't help. It still pulled the fabric.
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Originally Posted by Moedeenie
I have made bags with magnetic snaps and I put the prongs through the lining and fusible fleece as I think the lining will wear thin around the snaps. In fact I also place a small square of interfacing with 2 slits cut in it for the prongs behind the FF for added reinforcement. Hope that helps.
#10
Originally Posted by crt
I put it through the lining with the FF attached. I use a small square of batting to add strength. I have made dozens of bags and have never had a problem. Hope that helps!
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