turning tote/purse straps
06-15-2011, 08:16 PM
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I usually use a big safety pin that I can push through, but here lately, I cut my handles at least 5 inches wide and sew 1/4 inch seam, so that it's easier to turn them inside out and then if they're too wide, I fold them over and sew an outside seam. Hope this helps.
06-15-2011, 08:43 PM
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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?
What I do for straps is simply fold my fabric so that it overlaps in the what will be the back and then top stitch. So easy. And it doen't look a bit bad. If I have a light weight fabric, I simply fold it over 1" or 1.5" webbed strapping and again, sew down the middle.
06-20-2011, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by quiltinggirl
I simply use a wood skewer rod. They are very slim and will work with anything, plus they are very inexpensive. I like to use this as a tool when I am making the tie strings on flannel pj bottoms. :)
06-21-2011, 02:35 AM
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This method, using a length of string/cord, was taught at my quilting class a couple of years back and now I always use this method as it is easy and makes such a lovely handle.
This method, using a length of string/cord, was taught at my quilting class a couple of years back and now I always use this method as it is easy and makes such a lovely handle.
07-15-2011, 12:59 PM
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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.
10-06-2012, 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltinggirl
I simply use a wood skewer rod. They are very slim and will work with anything, plus they are very inexpensive. I like to use this as a tool when I am making the tie strings on flannel pj bottoms. 
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