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  • 1.  Textiles Materials question

    Posted 08-31-2018 02:38 PM
    Can any of our collections / conservator colleagues tell me about Pellon flex foam fusible stabilizer? 
    - archivally stable?
    - VOCs?
    - substitute with similar performance characteristics?

    Thanks - CL
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  • 2.  RE: Textiles Materials question

    Posted 09-03-2018 12:06 PM

    Pellon® Flex-Foam™ 1-Sided Fusible is a lightweight one-sided fusible 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 100% sewing machine safe 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.

    • Natural
    • 100% Polyester Fabric Outer/100% Polyurethane Inner
    • Easy to handle and sew
    • Lightweight stability and lasting body
    • Gives a great professional finish to all project types
    • 1-Sided Fusible for ease-of-use and time savings
    • Sewing Machine Safe
    • Machine wash warm on gentle cycle, tumble dry low or dry clean. Natural


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    Christopher Gray
    Custodian
    Williamsburg VA
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