countryone77

Would you mind telling us what kind of fabric you used for the tote?
Thanks!

VickiM

Bev, I just used heavier-feeling cotton...seemed to work really well & feels sturdy. I also used pellon decobond for interfacing, works really well in any & all purses I make, so should hold up well with this. I usually make my purses able to be washed, so should be able to do the same with this if I need to. I just smooth out & air dry & they look like new again. Hoping this will be the same. You could also use home dec fabric for this tote as long as it's not really heavy. I also made a fabric covered insert for the inside bottom (actually cut up an old cutting mat) & I do recommend anyone making anything like this to make one. I almost always make it for my purses & totes too. Just like the stability.

countryone77

Thanks, that helps a lot. Do you know whether Pellon Decobond is lighter in weight than Timex or Peltex, which were mentioned in the pattern? I've not used any of these.

romanojg

I've downloaded these instructions but haven't made the bag yet. It's on my to do list. Did you make it; if so was it easy?

RuthEm

Thanks for the link........I'll send it to our daughter and give her a hint for my birthday!!

manycorners

Thanks for the link and alternate ideas to make this bag. Have a question though. Since I'm not a big fan of open top bags, how easy would it be to add a flap? Thanks

VickiM

I'm sorry, but I have only used the decobond, so I don't know.

VickiM

I made 2...one of which is on page 2...check it out.

VickiM

Yes, it would be pretty easy to add a flap.

QuiltnLady1

Great -- thanks.