A while ago, we introduced Lamifix as the perfect material for waterproofing your projects. If you’d like to refresh your memory about how to use it and its features, you can reread the post we published about it and you’ll be ready to choose one of the five ideas with Lamifix we’ve come up with to encourage you to try it. It’s very easy to use, and you can choose between a glossy finish and a matte finish. You’ll see how these ideas inspire a million applications, especially after you try it and see how well it works. As far as we’re concerned, it’s already one of our essentials.
Would you like to discover it too? Then keep reading our ideas with Lamifix, and surely one of them will make everything seem possible… :)
5 ideas with Lamifix: Goodbye, washing machine!
1. Phone case
Lamifix applied to a phone case has a dual purpose. On the one hand, it keeps the case from getting dirty, since it’s something we’re constantly touching and taking out. On the other hand, if we have an accident and some liquid spills on it, our beloved smartphone will be protected and safe inside its waterproof case.
Here’s the tutorial for making this beautiful phone case. You’d just need to adhere the Lamifix to the different pieces of fabric before sewing them together.
2. Bibs
It’s clear that bibs are one of the things in this world that stay clean for the shortest amount of time. Waterproofing a bib with Lamifix can be a wonderful idea if you don’t want to be washing several every day, but it also has its drawbacks. Keep in mind that because it has a surface similar to plastic, liquids will slide over it, so consider when it might be useful and when it’s better to use a fabric one.
You can find lots of ways to make bibs in this other post.
3. Pillow covers
Another one of those ideas with Lamifix that can make your life much easier. Especially if you have pets at home that shed, for example. If you’re the kind of person who can’t say no to your furry friends and lets them climb onto the sofa or bed, you’ll notice that they clearly prefer the pillows. The problem is that they leave them so covered in fur that they look like angora, and then we can’t use them. With Lamifix, this problem disappears forever.
We show you how to make a pillow cover in this tutorial.
4. Bike basket
A few weeks ago, we published a beautiful tutorial in the Lulu Ferris community for learning how to make a fabric basket with a lid and dividers. As we were making it, it seemed perfect for using as a little bicycle basket too—but what happens if it rains? Nothing! Because if you add a little Lamifix to the equation, you’ll have a gorgeous waterproof basket for your bike that won’t get dirty or wet. It’s also very useful if you’re going to carry it hanging from your little one’s stroller.
5. Tote bag
Another everyday object that we’d also like to waterproof and make resistant to dirt. By waterproofing it, you can avoid a nasty surprise if something spills inside, and you can also protect whatever you carry inside from rain and other liquid threats. Since you’ll probably use it as an everyday tote—for grocery shopping, carrying books to class, or similar things—you can also leave it wherever you want without worrying about it getting dirty. It’s also a great idea for the kids’ snack bag.
Here’s the tote bag tutorial and the snack bag tutorial.
Now that you have all these ideas, which one will you start with? Remember that you can find Lamifix in our store, both with a glossy finish and a matte finish. Take our word for it: trying it means discovering a whole new range of possibilities for your sewing projects. No more fear of water or dirt!