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Lined Tote upcycled from trousers


This week's clothing upcycle for my
2015 clothes upcycle challenge 
is another bag.

This time I took a pair of plain but sturdy trousers and paired them with some colourful fabric from my stash.


I used this tutorial from The Inspired Wren, which was beautifully clear and easy to follow.

It's a nice simple and very sturdy bag - with double fabric in the base and the handles running all the way down and under too!

I've bagged up the remnants of the trousers - the waistband, zip, pockets and a few fabric scraps for a future project.


To see what I've made so far this year from my clothes to be upcycled stash - take a look here. Then come back each week to see what else I make.
You can also follow along with these and lots more sewing and upcycling on my Facebook page.



Jill

3 comments:

  1. Michelle L.March 3, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    This one is particularly pretty, Jill! Love the colors together, and how deep the bag is for extra useful carrying. Another couple of pant legs closer to your goal!

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    1. JillMarch 4, 2015 at 5:39 AM

      Thanks Mich! This was a nice quick make, and a great addition to the stall!

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  2. lynn cockrellMarch 7, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    This is a great looking bag you made, Jill, and the color combination is very nice. I checked out the tutorial at The Inspired Wren and I agree that it is easy to follow and straight forward. Have a great weekend!

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