what is the base stabilizer used in totes?
All the Things Tote Kit
The note for the All the things tote kit says "Base stabilizer is not included in the kit. This is an optional pattern element for medium and large sizes." What is the base stabilizer?
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Open Feb 19, 2026 - 09:31 AM
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Feb 19, 2026 - 01:18 PM
The pattern designer recommends using " ByAnnie Base Stabilizer” for the Medium and Large size totes. There are instructions in the pattern to create a Stabilizer Sleeve to add this to the tote, but I don’t find it necessary. To keep the kit affordable (as that particular stabilizer is quite costly), we omitted it from the kits. The Soft and Stable (which IS included in the kit) really is quite sturdy and the tote still stays upright on its own without the additional Base Stabilizer. But you can purchase the Base Stabilizer on your own if you'd like to include it in your project.
https://www.shabbyfabrics.com/p179786/byannie-base-stabilizer
You could also use a piece of plastic canvas cut to size for this purpose.
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Create a tote that’s as beautiful as it is practical with the “All the Things Tote” by Knot + Thread Design — a versatile, quilted carry-all designed to hold everything you need for sewing days, travel, errands, and beyond. Featuring stunning bird-inspired fabrics from QT Fabrics’ Joyful Garden coll...
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