Monday, February 7, 2011

A hint of spring-ness

 My trusty fall purse took me nicely from September through Christmas, but...


... I've been hankering for something a bit more spring-like. Now, it's been known to snow around here in February and even March, so I didn't want to jinx any early warm weather with something too flowery. I put on my trusty duct tape thinking cap and a decided a pretty blue and green number would be just right for the transition from never ending winter to lovely spring.


To make this fun little bag, I started with a reusable shopping bag (free from a library conference) with the straps cut off. I cover the outside of the bag with long strips of blue duct tape, leaving a little strip of the bag uncovered.


Next, I measured my ribbon for the handles. I wanted to make them double sided to add strength, so I cut equal lengths, pinned the right sides together, and sewed along both edges.



I used a super cool turner outer thing (that's a technical term) that made turning these babies inside out a breeze.


To attach the straps, I punched holes in the top of the bag and added grommets. Then it was as simple as sewing the straps.



For a simple embellishment, I ruffled another piece of ribbon, threaded it through a vintage belt buckle, and sewed it to the strip of bag I left uncovered.

This cute spring bag was that easy!


What's your favorite thing to make to brighten up dreary winter days?



Linking to this fun party!
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<3
Hattie


4 comments:

Justine said...

I love this duck-tape bag idea!

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AksiDesign said...

Cool!

Rebecca said...

Nice way to dress-up a reusable bag!

Papy Crossing said...

Thank you for sharing