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06-26-2010, 12:30 PM

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I have done it with the thinner pellon it seems to work just fine! Easier to sew through all those layers too.

06-26-2010, 01:23 PM

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Pretty!

06-26-2010, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by trueimage

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Originally Posted by topper1

I just finished my first, I needed to follow directions closely only because I had not done construction of purse before. I think its fairly easy. Just go slow, and read directions a couple times before u start. Mine turned out pretty even hubby said so this morning, he saw it on table. Just jump in like I do. ha

I heard there is no pattern, just instructions. Was this confusing?

Oh good, lol. I ordered my pattern last week, so I guess I will soon find out just how confusing this thing is to make.......

06-26-2010, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by crossginny

the cost of the materials depends a great deal on how much/yard your fabric is...do use as good of a quality of fabric as you possibly can....it takes between 2 and 2 1/2 yards/tote and then you have fusible fleece--I think pellon will be on sale at Joann's next weekend for 50% off. the pattern calls for 2 yards/tote. reg price of the 987F pellon is $7/yard.
it usually takes me 2 to 2 1/2 full bobbins of thread to make one. .....ginny

Thanks for the bobbin info :-D Now I know how many to wind up front, which should help reduce the frustration level a little.

06-26-2010, 01:47 PM

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Maggie_Sue

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Just a suggestion that I read, probably on this board. Quilt the front of the bag and the lining pieces first before cutting to size. The quilting takes up some of the yardage.

06-26-2010, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pati- in Phx

If the fleece is the heavier type, only use one layer, and a half width for the straps/handles. You might want a mid weight fusible interfacing for the lining side. I generally don't use both layers of fusible fleece in mine anyway. <G>

Have fun,
Pati, in Phx

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Only problem is, Walmart does not carry the correct type of Pellon. I've looked in several walmarts and they have the Pellon fusible fleece that is too heavy for this tote.
Joann's will have it on sale for $3.50/yard next weekend.[/quote][/quote]

If you don't use something to back both the outside and the lining of this bag, you will not have the right amount of "body" or support--especially to support the inside pockets.

06-27-2010, 05:09 PM

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I just bought the mini bow-tuck pattern. Haven't tried it out yet. Construction of a 3 dimensional item is foreign to me. I didn't do any sewing before picking up quilting.