my quilted bag made from my left over 2 1/2 inch squares
 

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The squares are all raw edged. I basted them on a piece of fabric and then I top sewed and also added batting and then made up a bag. I tried to install a zipper and it looked awesome, but it was on upside down. I ripped it out and added a button and crochet a latch. I also added a few appliqués from left over pieces.

Has anyone ever used a fabric stiffer on a bag? I don't want it really stiff but would like it a bit more stiff. I did use batting/one layer and then another layer of a interface - a pellon shape something...forget the name. its ok but I like it to be slightly stiffer.

When I took a purse making class, our instructor had us use Decor Bond to help stiffen the sides of our bags. I like Décor Bond, but haven't as yet looked around for something stiffer. It very well could be out there.

Your bag is cute. Thanks for sharing with us.

Your bag is adorable, I love scrappy. The appliques finish it off great.

@grmamrtha1 - did the Decor Bond make the bag really stiff or just slightly? Was it still bendable?

My husband also said to use heavy Starch. I may try that also since I have some. Not sure how long it would hold up though.

I really like your bag.

Love it!! You did a great job.

Very cool....love the fabrics you chose.

Your bag is great. I love the ones with personality and whimsy.

I make bags frequently. I like them to stand up and I use the fusible pellon fleece. If the fabric is thin I also use iron on interfacing for a bit more stability. Most of the time the fusible pellon fleece is enough. They hold their shape and wash well.

This bag had only the fusible pellon fleece used.