Introduction: Recycled Tote Bag
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About: I have been furiously creating for over 13 years. I love learning while making stuff & things, so I am constantly trying something new. I design and sell knitting patterns over at my online store at etsy.
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My friends had a clothes swap and I got this pretty a-line skirt. It was too small for me, but I was in love with the embroidered flower. So, I decided to make it into a simple tote bag.
Step 1: Trim the Skirt.
I trimmed off the bottom and top of the skirt using a ruler with guide marks and a rotary cutter.
Step 2: Sewing the Bottom Seams.
I sewed the bottom closed, then folded in the corners to create an "I" seam. I removed the back zipper and sewed up the back seam.
Step 3: Trim the Corner Gusset.
This is the sewn corner seam that has been trimmed.
Step 4: Attach Binding & Handles.
I then used a 3" wide grosgrain ribbon for the binding along the top of the bag. I folded the ribbon in half, sewed it, and attached it to the bag for the handles.
6 Comments
12 years ago on Introduction
Thought I recognized that Leia hat from Etsy! Between that place and here, my butt only leaves the computer chair when I just have to stop clicking for ideas and craft! Great idea!
12 years ago on Introduction
Cool! NOBODY luvs recycling more than MEEEEE!!!!!!!!
14 years ago on Introduction
this is a good idea, and great job!
14 years ago on Introduction
nice job
14 years ago on Introduction
That's a great idea! I am always looking for a new way to use old clothes. :) Thanks!
15 years ago on Introduction
Looks great! If you'll be using it as a purse/tote I'd probably consider adding a lining as well; finding a lined skirt would make it dead easy.