How to Make An Eco-Friendly Bag

Step 4: Folding

Fold a flap 1.25" down from the top. Fold a flap 2" up from the bottom. Then measure off and make vertical folds in the places shown in the diagram above. The front and back panels are 4.5" wide, the side gussets are 3" wide, and you'll need a 0.5" flap for gluing the bag together.

Comments

[auntylulu]

I've found it easier to find a carboard box, a fat book or other bulky rectangular object and wrap the paper around it as if you were wraping a gift box; just leave one end open so you can take the box out. This way you dont have to measure and also get support when folding the botom.
If you need a small bag for a gift, think of reusing calendar pages. They are usually thicker and have nice designs which usually get thrown in the waste.

[krin.indu]

Nice Idea

[verdii]

That does sound easier, thanks!