I had gone to the grocery store, and was informed that next year most of our stores will start charging for plastic bags. I figured this would be a good time to use up some of my stash, and "save the world".
So I had this pattern:
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| Simplicity 1750
On the first couple I made the pouches that goes with the bags, and then thought, Why am I putting so much effort into the pouches. Also, on the first couple I used the fashion fabric for the lining. Then I decided why am I wasting my fabric to put
in the lining, I can just use a cotton muslin.
Once I figured these two things out, I went on a sewing frenzy. Each of my co-workers got 2 bags each (that's about 12 bags). I personally made 10 for my family's use. My husband is a big basketball fan, and my daughter played ball in college, so I had a surplus of basketball fabric so all of ours are basketball. That worked out great because my husband can use them and still look "macho" - SMILE! He loves the bags.
I had lots of cotton prints from when my kids were little. So my co-workers ended up with very colorful bags: ABC print, Baseball print, florals, Trains, African prints, etc. You get the drift. They loved them. Then while at an estate sale I found the John Deer fabric, and fishing print. So I made 6 bags for my parents (They have a farm and love to fish).
The bags are wonderful and very sturdy. And because of the wide handles a lot easier to carry than the cheap plastic bags from the grocery store. My family loves these. I think I'll be doing some for Christmas gifts for my son's.
It's not garment sewing; but sometimes you need to make something that doesn't require a lot of effort.
I figured I need to do my part to save the earth! Why didn't I do this years ago?
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Pattern Sizing: One Size
Did it look like the pattern/drawing: Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow: Yes, there is only 1 pattern piece for the bag and 1 for the pouch.
What did you like about pattern: It was extremely simple and the bags are sturdy
Pattern Alterations: None
Will I sew it again: Yes, look out Christmas here we come - LOL
What great bags - and a fabulous way to use up scraps! Rather than sew the pouches, you could add a 4" (ish!) size pocket, and when the bag is not in use you it could be folded into the pocket - a bit like those fleece blankets that fold into a pocket that can be used as a pillow!
ReplyDeleteGreat suggestion! I think I'll do that on the gift ones.
DeleteGreat idea! excellent scrap usage and so very customizable to each person who you decide to make one for
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