Seeing it is Plastic Free July I decided to make up a tote bag from scraps of fabric.
What are you doing for Plastic Free July?
Happy days.
Bev C
Tuesday, July 7, 2015
"Tote Bag for Plastic Free July."
Hello,
Seeing it is Plastic Free July I decided to make up a tote bag from scraps of fabric.
There was no pattern just cut and sewed until I had a big piece of fabric for the front and back. I did some stamping on the fabric as well.
A few machine embroidery designs were stitched onto it as well. I used up a tablecloth that came with a picnic set for the lining and sides of the bag. The inside has a piece of balsa wood instead of plastic to hold the shape, so shopping can sit on it.
This was a great project to use up bits and pieces and help the environment by not using single use plastic bags.
What are you doing for Plastic Free July?
Happy days.
Bev C
Seeing it is Plastic Free July I decided to make up a tote bag from scraps of fabric.
What are you doing for Plastic Free July?
Happy days.
Bev C
great idea for the tote bag and for plastic free July,
ReplyDeletemight have to have a think about what I can do?
Great idea, your tote looks perfect, nice and roomy!
ReplyDeletehi Bev what a great idea and your bag looks fantastic,well done xx
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Bev!
ReplyDeleteHi Bev, I've actually not heard of Plastic Free July, but it sure is a great idea. I always take a reusable bag when i shop, especially for small things... hate getting those silly little plastic bags in every shop!
ReplyDeleteGreat sewing there Bev & don't make it too full & heavy for yourself
You can never have too many totes. Great idea to use balsa wood at the bottom. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea and I love your pretty bag! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea.
ReplyDeleteLovely idea. Love your bag. Hugs,xx
ReplyDeleteThats a really lovely bag there Bev, & a great idea to use up your scrap fabrics. I had not heard of Plastic Free July but what a good idea.
ReplyDeletelove the bag... I don't know about plastic free July... I am generally pretty good about taking my own bags in.... but not always!!
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Great idea Bev. I always have my squishy silk tote bag in my handbag...squishes down to nothing and handles fit the super market checkout holder. Every little bit helps xxx
ReplyDeleteGreat looking bag, Bev. But a bit too big for me. I wouldn't be able to lift it if it were full. :)
ReplyDeleteThis bag is so awesome! I love the idea. Love how you put together a variety of pieces and embroidery designs. I wonder if we have such a day designated here in the US. I bet my coworkers at Nancy's Notions would love to promote something like this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect way to support Plastic free July! Great choice of embroidery motif. Your bag looks great!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea. I had no idea about "plastic free July"....I probably should get out more. Your bag is very cool. Love that you used different fabrics and your embroidery touch is lovely. One can never have too many totes.
ReplyDeleteGreat bag Bev...I like some others have not heard of Plastic Bag Free July! I take my own bags and often buy glass over plastic. If it is plastic I always get BPA free. Wishing you a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteI also trying to live plastic free life, but it's hard living a busy life too! Lovely bags Bev. Good on you - Have a love weekend - Hugs Nat
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