Bag Making: Commonly Used Interfacings & Stabilizers

I really enjoy bag making! It’s always fun to make functional projects you can show off or gift to loved ones. I have designed and taught a lot of bag and wallet projects over the years. Unfortunately, many people are lost as to why we use a specific interfacing/stabilizer in a project.  So, in this video I want to talk about the most commonly used products in bag making projects– think handbags, wallets, pouches, organizers, etc.

I am getting ready to release my next bag of the month club soon. So, I thought this would be a perfect time to make this video!

Are you new to bag making? Do you wonder if you can substitute one product for what the pattern calls for?

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In this video I also share my thoughts on commonly asked questions. I show you visuals of fabric on each product mentioned then I show you some finished bag projects. It’s important to understand the properties of the product you are using so you know how it will react in the shape and size of the bag project you are making.

In my experience once you use a few of these products you will have a better understanding of how they are used in bag making patterns. At that point feel free to start experimenting and substituting interfacings & stabilizers depending on the look and feel you are going for! It’s not difficult, it just takes practice using them. Working with each product in your hands will be the best way to learn about each. You can do it! Give it a go.

If you’re new to bag making check out my FREE Gracie Saddle Bag PDF pattern and step-by-step video tutorial. It’s a great quick make and a good place to start understanding bag construction.

• My favorite foam stabilizer is this one: https://craftygemini.com/shop/bosalinrformsewin/

• My favorite woven fusible interfacing is this one: https://craftygemini.com/shop/fashion-fuse-60-x-36-white/

Click to watch the FREE video tutorial.