Introduction: DIY Straw Bag
This DIY Straw Bag is incredibly easy and it's made out of the ordinary placemats. I really like the result and if you are also in love with this "straw" trend, just follow the steps and make one by yourself.
Try out this DIY project and snap a pic :)
Step 1: What You’ll Need
- Natural Straw Place Mats 33cm/13'' diameter
- Natural Burlap
- Leather Strips x2
- Leather Cords
Tools:
- Hot Glue Gun
- Scissors
- Leather Stitching Needle (Big Eye Needle)
Step 2: The Side
Use natural burlap/hessian fabric to place at the round part (side part) of the bag.
So your bag will fold easily. If you are planning a vacation, you can put it inside your luggage or to store for the off season.
Cut about 1 m by 0.25m (40" by 10").
Fold over 4cm / 1.5" of your fabric. Iron.
Step 3:
Glue around the fabric and connect with first placemat. Work careful and neatly. Make sure that all the pieces fit and there are no gaps or looseness. Next, glue the second part.
Step 4: Leather Bag Handles
I cut 2 leather straps 2 cm/1" width and 43cm/17" length. It's a maximal length that I could cut from my piece of leather. Choose any size that fits. You can also take one long crossbody strap.
Using a leather stitching needle make 4 symmetric holes at endings.The needle needs to be sharp and strong enough to penetrate the leather.
Tip: If you have an old bag strap, in great condition, take it for this project!
Step 5: Fix Bag Handles
Take a few burlap threads and make a criss-cross decoration on your strap endings.
Pin the handles in place and glue them to the bag.
Pass the thread on the inner side and tie.
Apply a dot of hot glue over the knot and leave it to dry.
Step 6: Braided Leather
Take 3 leather cords 1m/40" length and make a simple easy braid or do something more difficult))
Step 7: Glue the Cord on Facing Side
Decorating Tips: You can use fringes, trimmings or Pom Pom ribbon to dress up your bag.
Step 8: Tassel - a Small Accent
Step 9: Extra
Sometimes to use hot glue is not enough, all depends by material and texture. I choose to stitch all bag around, so it will be more sturdy.
13 Comments
Question 4 months ago on Introduction
How long does it take to make it?
Answer 4 months ago
3 years ago
This is such a clever item and I love how it folds flat when not in use. Also, the details you added are cute. I may just have to be on the lookout for a couple of round straw place mats!
4 years ago on Step 2
where can i find the straw material in canada
Best Answer 4 years ago
Amazon.ca is your best bet unless you have a local Dollar Store or craft store. :)
4 years ago on Step 10
This is absolutely darling! Great idea and use of common items. Thank you for sharing.
4 years ago
Great! Faving this!
4 years ago
wow wow great creativity,keep it up
Reply 4 years ago
Thanks for the nice words :)
4 years ago
That is really quite something! It is really nice how professional this looks with all the fun details like the braided leather and you just started with ordinary placemats :D
Reply 4 years ago
Thank you for the appreciation! Yeah...I'm looking forward to the warm summer months ahead)))
4 years ago
What an amazing upcycle for a placemat!
Reply 4 years ago
Thanks!