Sorry for the silly question
10-30-2011, 08:26 AM
#51
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Originally Posted by Deborahlees
Some Decorator fabrics could be too heavy and then add a lining....and your machine may not be able to handle it. I personally would recommend a middle range quilting fabric....with a reasonable tight weave....what I would like to find is 'feet' to put on the bottom of my totes....
10-30-2011, 08:31 AM
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Originally Posted by pdcakm
Originally Posted by Deborahlees
Some Decorator fabrics could be too heavy and then add a lining....and your machine may not be able to handle it. I personally would recommend a middle range quilting fabric....with a reasonable tight weave....what I would like to find is 'feet' to put on the bottom of my totes....
10-31-2011, 01:28 PM
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I've made bags using upholstery fabric but remember to use a heavier needle in your machine. A size 16 needle like you use for denim works great and there's less chance of breaking the needle when you're trying to sew many layers.
Love the button idea....I'll have to try that.
Love the button idea....I'll have to try that.
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