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Sewing: How to Make a Wallet from Plastic Bags
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How to Make a Wallet from Plastic Bags

tri-fold wallet opened up

tri-fold wallet opened up
velcro dots to hold wallet close
bill fold compartment

Pattern Info

This project was designed by Vanessa Wilson.
Info can be found at:

Fused Plastic Bag Wallet »

Instructions

Be patient when fusing the plastic bags. Do not set the iron to high heat. It's better to set on medium and take your time with it to make sure you don't scorch the bags.

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Functional

For: Unisex

Style: Funky, Mod, Cute, Eco-Friendly


Materials

I used a total of 4 plastic grocery store bags, thread, sewing machine, velcro dots (optional)

What was your inspiration?

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What are you most proud of?

How easy it is to make!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Keep the iron on dry and at medium heat and take your time fusing the bags- don't scorch them.

Make sure your measurements are exact and that you sew really close to the edges otherwise your cards may not fit.

Always audition one of your cards before sewing the pockets down to make sure you made the pockets large enough.

 

2 comments

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patriciasews101 on craftsy.com
Jan 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very Interesting :)
Vanessa Wilson on craftsy.com
Apr 13, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
:o)