DIY: Upcycled T-shirt Bags

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This week on Pinterest I came across a post on fun, simple D o I t Y ourself t-shirt bags. I’m beginning to sound like a broken record when I say I don’t sew, but after Zoe reviewed the steps and made a bag of her own, she assured me that I could easily whip one up in less than 2o minutes. She was right!

I love how mine turned out and can’t wait to make a whole bunch more next week. Even if you are super un-crafty or afraid of sewing machines (something is always jamming!), I know you can do this.

Supplies:

1) Scissors

2) Generous sister-in-law who will let you borrow her sewing machine and hold your hand the entire time you are using it

3) Old t-shirt

4) Dinner plate

10 Minute Instructions:

1) Procure old t-shirt.

2) Turn t-shirt inside out and line up/pin the bottom.

3) Sew along seam.

4) Don’t forget to backstitch.

5) You’re done sewing! Now cut off the fat.

6) Cut off sleeves.

7) Enjoy conversation with all your helpers.

8) Take a plate and trace out the top of your bag. You can choose how deep.

9) Cut.

10) You’re done! Money spent: $0.00.

These bags are easily folded up and jammed into a purse for all your shopping needs. Also great for the beach or for your kids to tote around their toys. Quick, easy, green, and trendy. I’m excited to experiment with different sizes and patterns and make more. Maybe I don’t hate sewing after all!

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Sister June 9, 2011 at 4:38 pm Well I just love this! I have a couple of t’s in mind I would love having a purse of. I need to procure a sewing machine, 1 small little boy (preferably tage or the one in your belly), and a sister-in-law…will put on my to do list. Reply motleymama June 9, 2011 at 4:54 pm I will make you one (a bag and a baby)! Reply

Well I just love this! I have a couple of t’s in mind I would love having a purse of. I need to procure a sewing machine, 1 small little boy (preferably tage or the one in your belly), and a sister-in-law…will put on my to do list.

motleymama June 9, 2011 at 4:54 pm I will make you one (a bag and a baby)! Reply

I will make you one (a bag and a baby)!

Kelly June 9, 2011 at 7:09 pm I love it!! I think I will try to make one:) well hand sewing might take awhile lol. Hope all it well Reply

I love it!! I think I will try to make one:) well hand sewing might take awhile lol. Hope all it well

Kelly June 9, 2011 at 7:10 pm Is* Reply

Amber June 9, 2011 at 9:28 pm What a great idea! Reply

What a great idea!

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Sara September 29, 2011 at 5:24 pm I’ve done this with NO SEWING whatsoever, but I think I’m going to try one tonight like you did – and hand sew (and time out how long it actually takes me). With a 4 year old and 9 year old, I may have interruptions….I mean helpers at the ready! Here’s the link to the one with NO sewing: http://honestlywtf.com/diy/diy-market-bag/ Reply

I’ve done this with NO SEWING whatsoever, but I think I’m going to try one tonight like you did – and hand sew (and time out how long it actually takes me). With a 4 year old and 9 year old, I may have interruptions….I mean helpers at the ready!

Here’s the link to the one with NO sewing: http://honestlywtf.com/diy/diy-market-bag/

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Anonymous January 25, 2013 at 11:31 am Trying this today!! Reply

Trying this today!!

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