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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

How Sew with Laminated Fabrics!

Have you ever wanted to sew something using laminated fabric but you were afraid it might be too difficult?  I was....I have tried many, but I have found those designed by Jennifer Paganelli  of Sis Boom to be easy and comfortably soft.

I became friends with Jennifer on Twitter! and she graciously sent me some of her wonderful line called "Honey Child".... I was hooked!

                                                                              
I am going to share some tips that I found helpful.....

  •   Use Size 12 or 14, sharp needles. A smaller needle makes a smaller puncture hole. 
  •   Presser Foot  :A Walking foot or Teflon coated presser foot will prevent the presser foot sticking when sewing on the laminated side. This is especially helpful when topstitching. A roller presser foot may also be used.
  •   Use a longer stitch length (2.5mm or more) for seaming and topstitching. Shorter stitch lengths can have the affect of perforating the fabric.
  •   Holes may remain in fabric, so place pins in seam allowances or I like to use clothes pins

                                                               
Do not touch an iron to the right side. Use a warm iron on the wrong side.


The finished Reversible Bag

Perfect beach, diaper or craft bag....You don't have to worry if it gets wet!


This can be found in my Etsy shop
https://www.etsy.com/listing/111505861/tote-market-diaper-beach-bag-reversible 

Now what can I make with this new selection Jennifer sent me????

Be sure to check out her blog....
http://www.sisboom.com/blog/


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24 comments:

  1. HeidiOctober 9, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    These are just Gorgeous!! I might have to try the laminate fabric, I've managed to sew oilcloth into a tote - I'm sure the laminate fabric will be a breeze, just haven't found any of Jennifer's fabric, here in Australia. I have her gorgeous book Girls World - I have made a tunic each for my girls, they love them!
    Heidi xoxo

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  2. Brenda MoultrieOctober 9, 2012 at 4:59 AM

    wow..first of all I love all the bags you make ..havent sen one I didn't like..and how great to have a step by step tutorial on how to sew with laminated fabrics...thanks..

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  3. SusanOctober 9, 2012 at 5:04 AM

    Thanks Heidi and Brenda....Heidi the Jennifer's laminate is so soft and so easy to work with...perfect for a rain jacket too! I would love to make one for my little granddaughter

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  4. My Honeys PlaceOctober 9, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    Easy to see the quality that goes into your bags. They are just so lovely. Keep up the good work.

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  5. AnonymousOctober 9, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    A fanny pack for me to purchase!

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  6. CarolOctober 9, 2012 at 8:35 AM

    I love the idea of using clothespins to hold the material so it won't shift. LOVE your designs.

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  7. UnknownOctober 9, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Beautiful and Amazing!!!

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  8. SusanOctober 9, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    Thanks everyone....

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  9. MCatherineNovember 6, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    Still waiting patiently for that waterproof fanny pack designed just for MOI!

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  10. UnknownNovember 6, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    Thank you for sharing this! I love all your bags!

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  11. CarolNovember 6, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Thanks for sharing again. Love the photo!

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  12. Patchwork Mill, MariaNovember 6, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    Wonderful fabrics and beautiful bags!

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  13. UnknownNovember 6, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Awesome! Thank you for sharing...one day I hope to learn how to sew something more than socks and buttons...lol

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  14. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    Beautiful! I haven't had my sewing machine out for at least 6 months. But this inspires me to create some space for it!

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  15. Brenda MoultrieFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    Oh the things I learn from you..I have an old singer sewing machine I have been thinking of get into ..I used to love to sew and then just lost it..I know where to come if I need help..thanks so much "Sue

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  16. SusanFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:14 AM

    Thanks everyone...I am willing to help any time Brenda

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  17. My Honeys PlaceFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    Neat instruction. I use to sew (when I was young) and I can appreciate your talent.

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  18. SusanFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:32 AM

    Thanks Linda...and I love the lady who designed these lovely laminates...they are the easiest to sew

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    I have never sewn with laminate fabrics before. You make it sound so easy and your bags are gorgeous!

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  20. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Love this post. Your work is beautiful and your tips are useful. Thanks so much!

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  21. Wood Arts UniverseFebruary 12, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Gorgeous!!!!! love this blog.. pinned at Pinners Market http://pinterest.com/woodartsunivers/pinners-market

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  22. SusanFebruary 12, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    Thanks everyone

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  23. MCatherineFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    Any waterproof fanny packs planned for future creations?

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  24. SusanFebruary 13, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    Still searching for the right pattern MCaterine

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