rvsfan

I can't find the original post but it was within the last couple weeks. Someone asked about sturdy batting for purses. If you use Soft & Stable, the purse will stand up on its own. Hope the lady asking sees this post.

PaperPrincess

Here's the post. Soft and Stable was mentioned in several of the replies to the post.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...s-t259149.html

Bneighbor

I also have used the foam fabric used as head-liner for cars. Found it at Joanne fabrics, or upholstery stores. Works beautifuly for the larger bags. You can quilt it to the outer fabric or, as I do it, make it as a "second" bag, tack it to the outer fabric at the seams, then line as pattern instructions. I also use a medium weight interfacing on every piece of lining fabric. Pockets mandatory, I hate baggy pockets.

applique

What is the actual name for the headliner fabric? Please and thanks!

Ariannaquilts

Debbie it's actually called headliner, I have been using this for years for the purpose of a design wall. Eleanor Burns taught many years ago that when using this product you don't need pins, it's great the cotton fabric just sticks to the headliner.

merrylouw

I have used Pellon 987F fusible fleece for purses and tote bags for several years, and really love it. It gives the bag nice stability without being too stiff. It was recommended for the Bow Tucks Purse that has been so popular.

GrandmaNewt

For purses I use pellon 973f fusible fleece (thermolam plus). I buy this in 10 yard bolts for $35 online at walmart. Can't beat the price, and works well for what I use it for.

applique

Thanks, I want to try some knitting bags and totes with applique for the shop!