I think I’m going to have to ask my friends if any of them buy dog food in a bag like this just so I can sew a recycled bag! Kindra sent in this link to her great tutorial on … Read More...
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Tutorial: The Awesome Bag reversible tote with adjustable strap
Meg from Elsie Marley guest blogs in the Comfy Sews vs. Cozy Knits series at Versus (by luvinthemommyhood) with a tutorial showing how to make The Awesome Bag. I think the name is quite fitting! It’s reversible, and all … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring tote bags
Anne from Blue Milk and Cookies shows how to make these cool drawstring tote bags. The handles run through casings across the top, gathering the body of the bag. Her example is made from a linen solid, with bright contrast-y … Read More...
Tutorial: Organizing tote basket
Christina from2 Little Hooligans shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this awesome organizing tote basket. She shows it here filled with knitting supplies, but there’s really no limit to what you can use this bag … Read More...
Girls Spring Mini Tote – tutorial
Betz White always has the most amazing ideas on up-cycling old wool sweaters and this Girls Spring Mini Tote – tutorial is no exception. Betz tells us; as a kid that one of her favorite things about going to church … Read More...
Get it now: Tohoku Tote pattern for Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shares a special project for her Wake Up Wednesday series. Each week she posts a challenge for her readers to reach out to others in meaningful ways.
This week, she announced that … Read More...
How to make a recycled seedling tote
Just in time! Time for seed starting that is. Ashley sent in this link to her great tutorial on how to make a recycled seedling tote out of a beer carton, TP rolls and newspaper. Off to gather my recycled … Read More...
Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired bow tote
Malory from Snips & Spice shows how to make this beautiful tote with an oversized bow. It was inspired by a similar bag at Anthropologie ($500!!!). The body of the bag is pleated and the side seams are accented with … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated tote bag
Head over to Thimble to find out how to make this pleated tote bag. It has a zippered pocket on the inside for keys or cash or other small essentials. The long straps sling easily over the shoulder, and the … Read More...
Tutorial: Dr. Seuss-inspired tote bag
Susan from Living With Punks guest blogs at Momtastic with a tutorial showing how to make a Dr. Seuss-inspired tote bag. The red and white striped bag looks just like it stepped out of a Dr. Seuss book. She lined … Read More...
Totes with needlepoint pockets–from kits!
Lacy Pischke of Pischke Pockets tipped us off to her awesome kits. She says,
… Read More...Pischke Pockets is a fresh and fun approach to needlepoint. The kit includes a colorful woven cotton tote, needlepoint canvas, threads for stitching and attaching. Instructions
Tutorial: Button heart tote bag
Head over to Pink Petunia’s House for a tutorial showing how to make a tote bag with a button heart embellishment. This is such a cute tote! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Lined tote bag from a vintage pillowcase
Kayla from A Beautiful Mess shows how she turned a vintage pillowcase into a tote bag. It’s a quick, easy project and her trick for creating the lining is genius! Get the tutorial.
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Project: Stamped Tote Bag
Learn how to stamp your own pretty tote bag by visiting the Eden and Eliot blog, perfect for taking to the grocery store or library!
-Heather
Kids Totem Poles
Bloesem Kids is one of those websites where you wish you had half the creativity for some of the crafts they come up with. Here, they make kids totem poles, which are larger than you would expect.
Tutorial: Sturdy reusable grocery tote
Sew4Home has a tutorial for making this sturdy reusable grocery tote. The large boxed bottom has room to hold plenty of food. Go to the tutorial.
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Project: Valentine Game Tote
Check out this adorable stamped game with tote over at Created By You. This would definitely keep the kids busy for awhile in the car! Learn how to make one by clicking here.
-Heather
Free pattern: The Big Tote
Terri Stegmiller shares a free pattern at 3 Creative Studios for making her Big Tote. This roomy bag measures 21″ wide by 18″ tall. Make it from decor weight fabrics for extra sturdiness. Get the free pattern.
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Tutorial: Tote bag from a couple of tank tops
Liz from Fast Daze shows how to create a cute tote bag from a pair of tank tops. The shirts need to be identical, so keep an eye out for end-of-season sales when you can pick them up for a … Read More...
Tutorial: Oilcloth lunch tote
Zaaberry shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this reusable lunch tote from oilcloth or laminated cotton. The slick surface easily wipes clean – definitely a plus when making a lunch sack! Get the tutorial.
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