turning tote/purse straps
#53
Originally Posted by lindasidlow
I fold the strip in half, press, open up, bring each raw edge to the crease mark, press, then fold in half then topstitch down both sides. I usually put a piece of webbing under the folded edges. I don't like turning a tube right side out. This method also has more layers making it stronger and wear longer.
#56
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Originally Posted by alikat110
Stitch with small gauge cord inside, slightly longer than strip. baste stitch to one end, then pull through. Remove basting
#58
Originally Posted by lindasidlow
I fold the strip in half, press, open up, bring each raw edge to the crease mark, press, then fold in half then topstitch down both sides. I usually put a piece of webbing under the folded edges. I don't like turning a tube right side out. This method also has more layers making it stronger and wear longer.
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Originally Posted by jslovak
Does anyone have a good trick or use a good tool for turning strips for tote pages/purse handles right side out?
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