Thursday, February 2, 2017

DIY: No-Sew Upcycled T-Shirt Bag

If you're anything like me, you have an abundance of old t-shirts and ten minutes to spare. So here's an easy, no-sew, DIY project that will put those old t's to good use -- the reusable t-shirt bag! Why is it important to use reusable bags you might ask? Check out this post to find out about the dangers of plastic bags.

Supplies:
  • Old t-shirt
  • Scissors 
  • Marker
  • Ruler/Yard Stick
Directions: 

1) Pick out the t-shirt you'd like to use. I chose this one because it's a lil big and I love the illustration.


2) Cut off the sleeves. Some of you may prefer to fold the t-shirt in half, aligning the sleeves, so you only need to make one cut. That's up to you. It's helpful to use sharp scissors.


3) Cut off the neckline. Now you've created the handles to your reusable bag! 


4) Lay your ruler/yard stick across the shirt about 4-6 inches from the bottom. Using a marker, draw a straight line along the measuring device. This will become the bottom of your bag.



5) Cut a series of approximately 1 inch strips from the bottom of the shirt, stopping at the line you've just drawn. Make sure you cut the front and back together because it's important the strips align.


6) Tie the front and back strips together in square knots (right over left, left over right). You're securing the bottom of the bag so you want the knots to be tight. Continue tying knots until all strips are knotted. The bottom of your bag will look fringy and beautiful! If you don't like the fringe look, tie the knots to the inside of the t-shirt and cut off any excess material.


7) Once all the knots are tied, all you have left to do is use your cute, new bag! You're basically an upcycling pro now. Remember to bring it with you when you go shopping!


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