What do you use to stiffen the bottom of a tote/purse?
#51
I've used the boards they sell for mats for pictures. They have other good boards in the craft stores near the picture frames-can be cut to any size & you get a lot of mileage out of 1 board. Then cover with a sleeve, but you don't have to sew it closed - just make it longer & fold it in. Easier for washing!
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#56
I use a heavy mat board. It comes in different weights, and I get it in the art/frame dept. at Hobby Lobby or JoAnns. I have also used plexiglas. I got it at Lowe's, and they cut it to size for me. I bought one pre cut size, and they allowed two free cuts from that. I make a fabric sleeve for both these products, and they hold up very well.
#58
I have had wonderful luck with this method. Being able to remove it for washing is super. I can take the foam board out and just wash the sleeve. Had a problem with things sliding under it so use a spray glue when I put it in the bottom.
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I use foam boards, I buy at the Dollar Store. You can cut several from one board. Plus, I save used rotary
blades to cut them. I use 2 boards, taped together with duct tape for extra strong bottoms. I do cover
them with a fabric sleeve. I've tried other suggestions and this is the cheapest way I have found.
Hope this helps.
blades to cut them. I use 2 boards, taped together with duct tape for extra strong bottoms. I do cover
them with a fabric sleeve. I've tried other suggestions and this is the cheapest way I have found.
Hope this helps.
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