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Tear off two 9 inch strips of duct tape, and stick them back-to-back. Cut this piece into two pieces that are each 4 inches wide. Tear a strip of duct tape in half lengthwise to make trim for the top of these pockets. Fold the trim over the top of the pockets and trim off the extra.

Waterproofing Spray Waterproofing sprays and seam sealers are one of the easiest ways to waterproof your canvas tote bag. For starters it won’t discolor the canvas material. Secondly, you can find fabric waterproofing spray at almost any store.

The term “purse” originally referred to a small bag for holding coins. In many English-speaking countries, it is still used to refer to a small money bag. A “handbag” is a larger accessory that holds objects beyond currency, such as personal items.

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To generalize, I would say, in my opinion, that for a light-midweight notation, you can use Shape Flex, fusible fleece, or Thermolam. Heavyweight or stiff interfacing would be either of the Peltex or the Pellon 520 (possibly 2 layers of Decor Bond).

Most Pellon® interfacings & craft materials are nonwoven. Nonwovens are made directly from fibers that are bonded together to form a fabric. Interfacing may also be fusible or sew-in. Fusibles have an adhesive on one side which will be activated by your iron.

A great Peltex substitute I’ve recently discovered is Stiffy (yes, Stiffy…) from Long Creek Mills. Not only is it inexpensive ($42 for a 35 yard roll), it’s just a hair stiffer than Peltex AND is a small family-run company.

What can I use instead of interfacing? Alternative fabric to replace interfacing is muslin, broadcloth or linen. Make sure to pre-wash both fabric and interfacing substitute fabric. If you are working on a sewing project and suddenly run out of interfacing, you can use alternate or substitute interfacing.

What Can I Use Instead of Interfacing? One good substitute you can use is cotton. It is thinner and lighter than other fabrics and cotton should be fairly easy to work with. Another option would be muslin.

Even if using a naturally crisp or heavy material, you will need interfacing in structural areas so that they are less limp than the rest of your garment. Made out of only cloth, it would be like a pocket. It would sag and distort when you put things in it. Interfacing is what gives a purse the ability to hold a shape.

Just like you can skip exercising, you can skip interfacing. Interfacing is a textile that is either sewn in or fused on using a steam iron, between layers of fabric, to give it structure and body.

Is fusible interfacing safe to breathe? Fusible webbing is just a thin layer of iron activated adhesive that makes the stitching job easier by holding it in place. It will wash out and is not harmful.