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Sewing: Repurposed/Upcycled Shoulder Bag
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Repurposed/Upcycled Shoulder Bag

Funky Repurposed Bag

Details, details!
inside pocket
Funky Repurposed Bag
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Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Accessory

For: Unisex

Style: Whimsical, Casual


Materials

I used an old table runner for the bag, the strap is made from a vintage Hawaiian shirt, inside I crafted a durable large pocket out of an old couch cover, the fringe, buttons and details are all old, repurposed pieces-buttons, Tibetan coin, abalone accents from a necklace. The only thing I used that was new was the thread!

What was your inspiration?

The need for a new bag!

What are you most proud of?

How free spirited it looks. Its one of a kind and I love that.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Create and design as you go. I focus on each step and what feels right, then settle in on design. I always listen to the fabric.

 

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BessiesCreation on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Super cute! I love that it is upcycled :) Great idea.
Doodleberrybug on craftsy.com
Aug 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks...........I love the feeling of creating a project from used items!