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From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 01-14-2007, 10:48 PM (1 of 15)
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Has anyone ever had experience laminating fabric to make bibs, diaper bags, diaper pouches ect. ? I've seen some around and I was wondering if they were just buying the clear plastic tablecloth laminate stuff off the roll at walmart and simply sewing it in? Or if there was a more complicated process. Anyone ever tried it before? Chassie www.bowdiva.com Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
From: llsunday
Date: 01-15-2007, 11:42 AM (2 of 15)
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I have never laminated my own, I know you can buy it that way, but I usually just used flannel backed vinyl table cloth. Can't wait to hear from someone who knows the secrets!!!  Lisa |
User: llsunday
Member since: 09-26-2004 Total posts: 16 |
From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 01-15-2007, 07:02 PM (3 of 15)
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I used it a long time ago to make a raincoat for a dear little girl who wanted a special print fabric.. I just folowed the directions that came with the laminate fabric (??) , I guess you call it fabric.. that has been 15 or 16 years ago now, and the memory is vague.. But if I had had a problem , I would have a good recollection.. I always remember the problems of my sewing..
Sew With Love
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User: LeapFrog Libby
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From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 01-16-2007, 12:09 AM (4 of 15)
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I know they make Oilcloth, which is already vinyl covered, it's hard to find and a little pricey. I put a question out on Yahoo Answers, and someone gave me this link, which answered my question http://www.thermoweb.com/cpd-vinyl.html I saw some on Joann.com, I'm going to go into a Joanns store as soon as the roads are drivable here, and see if they have any in stock, if not I'll order it online. I can't wait to try it!! Thanks for your thoughts Chassie Walcher www.bowdiva.com Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
From: Lillybooh
Date: 01-17-2007, 10:28 AM (5 of 15)
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Ok, this may seem a little weird, but I didn't laminate bibs, but I did do a padded toilet seat using the clear vinyl/table cloth material. (they were selling for $150. in a designer store.) I have only used "sew in method" I have laminated fabric with a Xyron machine but for no-wash applications |
User: Lillybooh
Member since: 10-26-2006 Total posts: 13 |
From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 01-17-2007, 11:51 PM (6 of 15)
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Interesting, I hadn't thought about doing a toilet seat cover.
Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
From: Sews4kate
Date: 01-18-2007, 11:32 AM (7 of 15)
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I've used the iron on vinyl that was in the above link for a changing pad. I think it would work great for bibs.
Wendy
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User: Sews4kate
Member since: 08-20-2005 Total posts: 182 |
From: karebear23
Date: 02-08-2007, 11:07 AM (8 of 15)
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You can use PUL that they use to make cloth diapers. I have used some to make a few bibs. HTH Karen |
User: karebear23
Member since: 02-06-2007 Total posts: 10 |
From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 02-08-2007, 11:56 AM (9 of 15)
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Well, I went ahead and ordered some iron on laminate and made a bib. I laminated two different fabrics and sewed them together so the bib would be reversible. I ran into some problems when I turned the bib right side out, because you can't really press it the way you need to. You have to use the paper that the laminate comes with between the laminate and the iron, because the iron will melt it with direct contact. Then without thinking about it, I top-stitched the bib(which really does need to be done for the bib to look good), and so when you take it to the sink to wash off the food, the water seeps in the stitching holes :0( So, my first try was disappointing. I think Oilcloth would be more effective for a wipe off bib. I'll still use it with my 18month old, it was fun experimenting with. http://www.kodakgallery.com/BrowsePhotos.jsp?Upost_signin=&UV=96393112364_141576950207&collid=956307950207 Chassie www.bowdiva.com Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
From: JustSewCrafty
Date: 02-08-2007, 12:05 PM (10 of 15)
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Its a shame you werent please with them because they sure are CUTE!
May your bobbin always be full-
Stephanie www.chasingthreads.blogspot.com "Sewing is the new black" |
User: JustSewCrafty
Member since: 10-04-2006 Total posts: 168 |
From: sewmuchfun
Date: 02-08-2007, 03:07 PM (11 of 15)
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I couldn't see they were asking for a password.. Do you mind if I ask why you would want to laminate it? wouldn't the food slid off onto the childs lap Having said that.. You could have used binding instead of turning them inside/out.. Also, having sewn on leather and vinyl for years, take a stripe of stabilizer, when you top stitch put the stabilizer under your foot and it should glide along and not cut into the laminant.. Hope this helps. PS: My Mom always just linned her bibs with terry and nothing ever soaked thru to the clothing except when they spilled a whole glass of milk or juice.. Good luck MM Marilyn
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User: sewmuchfun
Member since: 07-22-2005 Total posts: 67 |
From: toadusew
Date: 02-09-2007, 08:50 AM (12 of 15)
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I saw Sandra Betzina laminate fabric to make a raincoat, on her HGTV show, some years ago and she suggested using seam sealant on the stitching holes to prevent water from seeping in. Maybe you could try seam sealant on the areas where you topstitched and it would solve the problem of the water seeping through.
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User: toadusew
Member since: 01-08-2005 Total posts: 369 |
From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 02-09-2007, 09:11 AM (13 of 15)
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I normally make my bibs with a printed cotton, 2 layers of flannel and cotton chenille. You just have to wash them all the time, which isn't a problem, but when my girls hit their messy stage (12months-3yrs) it's really nice to have a bib at home that you can just take and wash off in the sink after a meal and hang to dry so it's ready to go for the next meal, as apposed to having to throw it in the wash and wait until you do the next load. I agree if I do it again I would definatly put a a pocket/food catcher on the bottom of the bib. The whole binding thing would work on the edges, but I had a store bought wipe off bib with binding, and the food always got caught in the binding and after awhile it started to mold because I washed it off so much and the binding held the water. I've never heard of seam sealant, that sounds perfect, where can you get it? Thanks for all the suggestions!!! Chassie www.bowdiva.com P.S. the password is gideon if anyone wants to look at the pics. Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
From: toadusew
Date: 02-10-2007, 09:18 AM (14 of 15)
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I think you can buy the seam sealant in the notions department of any fabric store. Hopefully, someone in the fabric department of your closest fabric store/source will have some knowledge of sewing and can help you.
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User: toadusew
Member since: 01-08-2005 Total posts: 369 |
From: 4Chloe&Emma
Date: 02-11-2007, 05:24 PM (15 of 15)
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Thanks to everyone for their ideas!!! Chassie www.bowdiva.com Chassie Walcher
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User: 4Chloe&Emma
Member since: 06-01-2006 Total posts: 21 |
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