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3/19/2015

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In continuing with my Everything Else series, featuring different sources to get "everything else" needed for bag making, I have another shop to share with you. I've received my first order from PacCana and I've been waiting to receive the items before sharing with you all. I'm so impressed! They have a GINORMOUS selection of supplies. Everything from interfacing to zippers to canvas and webbing, and pretty much everything else you'll need for bag making besides fabric.  For my first order, I wanted to try a variety of items. 

Their interfacing selection is quite large, and I got some of the woven fusible, which seems to be a great slightly cheaper alternative to what I normally use; it's more per yard, but it's 46" wide compared to 20". I also requested a sample of the medium weight non-woven fusible interfacing, which they carry in white and black. I've had a chance to try out the woven interfacing, and I find it's comparable to the name brand stuff I usually use. It fused easily and didn't wrinkle on the finished product.
Interfacing from Paccana
They have a pretty impressive hardware selection too. I ordered a box of 100 magnetic snaps for cheaper than some places would sell me 20 for, and the quality is comparable to what I often buy. If you don't need 100, you can order smaller quantities for a higher per piece price, but still very affordable. They also carry O rings, D rings, snap hooks, buckles, and more, in a variety of sizes.


Bag Hardware from Paccana
Shiny hardware makes me happy!
Bag Hardware from Paccana
Look at all those shiny mag snaps!
You can also find carry rotary cutters, replacement blades, and cutting mats. They have a couple brands, so I tried one of the cheaper blades, and so far, so good! 

You do need an account to access prices and order, but it was really quick for me; I just filled out the form, and received an email the following morning with my account info. So don't let needing an account deter you. I also needed to call and ask some questions, and I was able to get help by phone, hassle free. 

I found the shipping rates really reasonable too! Free shipping on orders over $200, and low shipping rates on orders below $200, for quick reliable shipping.

Stamplifier

Custom stamp from Stamplifier
My new, totally awesome custom stamp from Stamplifier!
I absolutely must share my latest happy mail. I found this really neat Victoria, BC based company, Stamplifier, that makes custom stamps. Their Etsy shop has lots of fun stamps for sale, plus listings for custom stamps. I ordered one with my logo and I'm so thrilled with it! The packaging is upcycled and comes with a really funny Warning/Instruction sheet for your new stamp. They offer free shipping in Canada too!
2 Comments
Hanne Reid
3/20/2015 02:39:25 am

wonderful review of the things I use for bag making
I will have to try that very soon
Thanks you so much
Hanne

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Reece link
3/20/2015 03:49:20 pm

Thanks Hanne!

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