Easy, cheap, effective base for purses

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07-05-2010, 01:05 PM

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craftybear

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great ideas, thanks for sharing with us

07-05-2010, 01:08 PM

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erstan947

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I am using an old cutting mat. I have some heavy duty scissors that cut it pretty good. I'll use the tiles when the mat is all used up. Thanks for the tip!

07-05-2010, 02:53 PM

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raptureready

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Sounds good. As soon as I'm done using an 8" stack of plastic canvas that I bought on a garage sale for $1, I'll give it a try.

07-05-2010, 03:09 PM

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katsewnsew

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Wonderful idea!!! Will be trying that out tomorrow on an Autumn bag. Thanks so much!

07-05-2010, 03:13 PM

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craftiladi

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Oh what a great idea...one of those that makes you say " why didn't I think of that?" thanks for sharing.

07-05-2010, 03:16 PM

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nativetexan

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i buy those plastic grids for needlework and such. i cut them to size and cover with fabric.

07-05-2010, 03:19 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nativetexan

i buy those plastic grids for needlework and such. i cut them to size and cover with fabric.

That's what my first purse pattern called for, and I used them while looking for something a little stiffer. It probably depends on your personal preference (how rigid you want your base to be) and the size of the bag.

07-05-2010, 03:40 PM

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mrsjdt

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I buy kitty litter in large plastic "bottles". I keep the "sides" for using in purse bottoms (Have only made 3). It worked great....put in a "pocket" so it could be removed to wash bags.