I made an Ashley purse (by Sew Unique Creations) last year. I'm wanting to make another one. The pattern calls for the outside to be QAYG to a batting and then a lining is inserted. I used Dream Cotton as the batting, but I don't like how floppy the sides are. The purse is pretty big - about 12" x 14" by 4". Does anyone have any ideas for stiffening the sides?
Would using fleece instead of batting make it stand better? I thought about using the fusible fleece, but then remembered that the purse is constructed QAYG and that I ironed after each seam to make sure the fabric was flat. Is there a non-fusible fleece that I could use? Can I use regular fleece?
What about adding a layer of duck cloth or interfacing? Would either of those work with the batting?
Thanks!