Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Pellon Flex-Foam blog hop!

Pellon has just launched a fusible version of their Flex Foam. They asked me if I was interested in trying it out, and let me tell you--the timing was perfect--I knew just what I wanted to make! 

My third son just turned one. Which means I've had a lot of years of diapers and lugging around a diaper bag. Whenever I can, I'd rather just grab a few supplies (diaper, wipes, changing pad) and bring them along instead of an entire bag. I threw my last changing pad out when the fabric separated from the padding and the padding balled up inside--so frustrating! When I heard about fusible Flex-Foam, I knew exactly what I was going to do with it!

This Grab-n-Go Changing Pad folds up to hold a diaper and a travel case of wipes, and then unfolds to be used. Compact. Cushioned. Easy. I like it! 
Click here to find the tutorial for the Grab-n-Go Changing Pad.

The Flex-Foam adhered to the fabric so smoothly--not wrinkles, no pulling. And it stayed adhered! It's such a nice layer of cushiony softness! 
I can't wait to make something else with it. (And I have something in mind...which I will share as a tutorial...as soon as I find time to make it!)

Here's a little bit more information about the Flex-Foam, and then at the bottom of this post are a few additional photos of my project, links to the rest of the Flex-Foam blog hop, and details about a giveaway so you can try Flex-Foam yourself!




Pellon® Flex-Foam™ is a lightweight stabilizer consisting of a layer of foam sandwiched between two layers of soft fabric. It is excellent for use in crafts, accessories, and home décor projects for an elegant finished look. It can be used in place of or in addition to other stabilizers. Flex-Foam is a breeze to sew through and adds shape and body to projects such as computer cases, eyeglass cases, purses, tote bags, cup holders, diaper bags, and more! It is compatible with a wide variety of fabrics. It is available as a sew-in, a 1-sided fusible or a 2-sided fusible. Available 20” on the board and 60” on the roll*. 


*60” roll isn’t as readily available as the board at the moment, but that should change soon!



See the various Flex-Foam products here:


Here is the changing pad unfolded. I used a few prints from Kanvas' Safari Playground collection. I love these fabrics because they're a nice mix of cutesy and more mod. (After three babies, I'm sometimes done with cutesy!). I chose this (dark colored...don't need to explain that choice!) animal word print for the changing pad surface--something cute for my son.

And the outside is this neat circle print--something that doesn't scream "baby" for when I'm carrying it around. (I can almost pretend it's a clutch, right?!)

For the giveaway:
Comment here for a chance to win a yard each of each variety of Flex Foam:  sew-in1-sided fusible, and 2-sided fusible.  Leave a comment letting me know what you'd make with Flex-Foam. One random winner will be chosen (US & Canadian residents only). The giveaway is open through Sunday, September 20th at 11:59 pm EST. Please make sure I have a way to contact you!

Make sure to check out the other stops on this blog hop! 
9/10 – Cut to Pieces
9/11 – My Crafty Crap
9/13 – Pellon
9/15 – Sew Sweetness
9/17 – Anjeanette Klinder 

9/18 – Pellon

44 comments:

  1. I think I would try your diaper changer. I have 7 grandchildren, 4 of whom are still in diapers. It would be great just to have here at home.

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  2. HI! What a neat project! I think I'll make it for a Shower Gift! Thanks for sharing+a the giveaway too! msstitcher1214@gmail.com

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  3. I'm ready to make a streamlined laptop bag - a simple tote that protects yet takes up as little space as possible! Changing pad Clutch is a great idea, too!

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  4. Such a great baby shower gift!
    I'd like to make some iPad/e-reader sleeves with the new fusible Flex-Foam.

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  5. I would probably use it to make a tote, but I love your project and will bookmark it for when I need a baby gift. Thanks for sharing.

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  6. I want to try it in some purses, but I'll probably make some changing pads, too. My nieces are both pregnant.

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  7. I'd like to try it with a Tote....and also this changing pad! We have a new Granbaby & this would be so nice for mommy to have! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  8. Your changing pad looks great. I would make totes, using the flex foam.

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  9. I'm thinking of a bag. Maybe I'll get brave and try the Weekender Bag. Maybe.

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  10. i would make this changing pad for a new baby named bailey and i would make the one hour fabric basket for myself.

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  11. I actually would make the Grab-n-Go Changing Pad for all of my nieces that have or are having babies. Thanks!

    Please click on the delaineelliott above for my email link.

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  12. I would like to try the new Flex-Foam in a handbag or fabric basket, maybe both!

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  13. I would like to make the 1 hour basket or either a clutch bag for my daughter.

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  14. I was thinking about using it with a basket, but I know my daughter would like the changing mat you made.

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  15. Definitely a handbag... and maybe a basket or two!

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  16. I'd love to make a travel/duffel type bag. Many thanks!

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  17. I would love to make some iPad covers and this would be perfect!!! Why haven't I known about this before??!!! Thanks!!

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  18. Sounds perfect for my new iPad cover!

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  19. I really want to make something pretty to tote attorney be my Kindle. Thanks for thinking of us!

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  20. I would love to make a nice sturdy sewing case.

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  21. There have been lots of good ideas on this hop, but my favorite project would still be a purse or bag.

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  22. There have been lots of good ideas on this hop, but my favorite project would still be a purse or bag.

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  23. That looks like a great product. I can see using it in totes.

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  24. This is a great shower gift. I will remember this one.

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  25. shhhh it's still a secret till tomorrow night then I can share with the world about all the baby things I can start sewing.. so.. thats what I;d do with my innings :)

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  26. I would love to make a purse for myself, and I think this changing mat is a great idea for a baby shower too. Thanks for sharing your great project!

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  27. I'd love to make a cute bag with this new Pellon, it looks like it would work great. Thanks for the giveaway:)

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  28. I have tons of bags that I would love to use this Pellon product on!!!mumbird3@gmail.com

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  29. I have tons of bags that I would love to use this Pellon product on!!!mumbird3@gmail.com

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  30. I have used this Pellon Flex Foam once and I am totally hooked! Love the way the body of the bags bends and just goes back in shape.
    I will be using it for all my bags from now on. Thanks! nettiecrain@live.com

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  31. I would make the changing pad as have lots of visits from grandsons still in diapers! Cute fabric for project!

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  32. I would make bags or pouches. I love this changing pad idea -- I may make one of those the next time I need a baby gift.

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  33. My daughter is due in January, so this would make a great gift for her.

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  34. Have some friends with babies who might like this diaper changing pad, And I would like to make a couple bags. Thanks!

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  35. My daughter and her partner have a 5 year plan and a baby comes near the end. Since we're in year 4, I suspect a changing pad will be needed sometime soon:) Thanks so much for the giveaway!

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  36. My husband and 3 sons have gotten into pool. My sons have bought themselves cue sticks, this would be great to make pouches for the sticks. :)
    craftyccain@gmail.com

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  37. I would make bags! Although this changing pad is a lovely idea. :) Thanks for the giveaway.

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  38. My first Flex Foam project will be a large tote for sure! -- soparkaveataoldotcom

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  39. My husband and I both have tablets, so I think tablet cases are in order. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  40. Id start with making one of these. sew cute! Thank You!!!

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  41. Lisa, thank you for your review of the new fusible Pellon Flex Foam. My daughter is a special ed teacher and gymnastics coach and I am planning to make her a messenger bag that she can use for carrying supplies between school and the gym. The new fusible flex foam will be the ideal stabilizer to use for the needed support for this bag.

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  42. Oh wow, I'm so excited about this product. I'd use it in a sewing machine pad.

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