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Fabric-Scraps Tote Bag

Smart Solutions : Episode SSL-641 -- More Projects »
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Learn how to make fabric scrap tote bags with the instructions below.
Use leftover fabric scraps to make beautiful purses and totes. Designer Mimi Basseri demonstrates an easy way to do it.

Fabric-Scraps Tote Bag

Materials:

scissors
thick fabric
13'' x 16" rectangle (bag)
4" x 23" (long strap) 4" x 16" (short strap)
sewing machine
decorative trim
silk flowers
hot-glue gun

Steps:


  1. Cut fabric scraps to make a tote bag that is suitable for carrying magazines. Use the measurements of 13" x 16" for the bag and 4" x 23" for a long strap or 4" x 16 for a short strap.
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Figure A
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Figure B
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Figure C
  • Sew together the right side of each panel of fabric to the right side (so that the bag is turned inside-out when complete). Attach the strap to the bag two fingers of width in from each corner (figure A).

  • Fold in the raw edges and stitch across the top, where the straps attach (figure B). Be sure to double-stitch the areas where each strap end attaches to the bag.

  • Turn the bag right-side-out and embellish with decorative trim and flowers. Use hot glue to attach them (figure C).
    • Guests
    Mimi Basseri
    Artist / Designer / Owner, Mimi a la Mode
    Monterey, CA
    Phone: 831-333-0202
    Toll-free: 800-959-6859
    E-mail: mimi25@ix.Netcom.com
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