Professional Tote
#2
Originally Posted by bstock
I was just looking at my Professional Tote pattern and it says to use DecoBond. I have never heard of DecoBond. Can you use fussible fleece? Or is DecoBond much stiffer?
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Deco bond is very stiff, heavy interfacing. It give the pro tote it's strength, and makes it look crisp and, well, professional ;-) You can't substitute fusible fleece. You can use timtex or peltex (fusible versions). I'd go with the DecoBond.
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Originally Posted by dakotamaid
How does it wash? I'm contemplating making this bag for my daughter.
If you wanted something washable, I would go with peltex.
I've gotten both Decor Bond & Peltex at JoAnn's.
#8
The last batch of DecoBond I purchased didn't fuse well at all. I was half way through the project and it was Sunday and no one was open so I couldn't take it back for a refund. I had purchased all they had so knew I was at a standstill. Finally had to use some double sided fusible with it to make it work. Anyone else have this problem with this product? Ann in TN
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Join Date: Jul 2010
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I use it by the bolt too for handbags. It is washable & holds up very well. WalMart has it for about $3/yard. Get DecorBond, not Craft/fuse. I had fusing issues about 4 years ago but everything i have bought since has been fine.
#10
Just wanted to say that I also made the professional tote, love the pattern. I purchased DecoBond at JoAnn's. It is pretty stiff. I don't remember having any problem with it fusing. I understand that if fusibles are "old" or have been subject to humidity they may not fuse well.
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