I was just looking at my Professional Tote pattern and it says to use DecoBond. I have never heard of DecoBond. Can you use fussible fleece? Or is DecoBond much stiffer?

It's not a fleece, it's a heavyweight interfacing.

Deco bond is very stiff, heavy interfacing. It give the pro tote it's strength, and makes it look crisp and, well, professional ;-) You can't substitute fusible fleece. You can use timtex or peltex (fusible versions). I'd go with the DecoBond.

i love deco bond, i buy it by the bolt to use in all my bags.

it is nothing like fleece or batting.

How does it wash? I'm contemplating making this bag for my daughter.

where can this be purchased? At JoAnn? Thanks in advance. I just luv this site...it's always so helpful!

I really don't know if it's washable, but to be honest, I would never wash something made with Decor Bond. It makes the item very tailored & crisp (sorry, can't think of another word). It's a pellon product and it's described usage is as a craft/decorator item (think lampshade).
If you wanted something washable, I would go with peltex.
I've gotten both Decor Bond & Peltex at JoAnn's.

The last batch of DecoBond I purchased didn't fuse well at all. I was half way through the project and it was Sunday and no one was open so I couldn't take it back for a refund. I had purchased all they had so knew I was at a standstill. Finally had to use some double sided fusible with it to make it work. Anyone else have this problem with this product? Ann in TN

I use it by the bolt too for handbags. It is washable & holds up very well. WalMart has it for about $3/yard. Get DecorBond, not Craft/fuse. I had fusing issues about 4 years ago but everything i have bought since has been fine.

Just wanted to say that I also made the professional tote, love the pattern. I purchased DecoBond at JoAnn's. It is pretty stiff. I don't remember having any problem with it fusing. I understand that if fusibles are "old" or have been subject to humidity they may not fuse well.