Travel BagToday, I'm sharing my new craft made from scraps. Materials are easy to find at home just like old newspapers and card boards. The best thing is - it's wearable and useful.
Bag Made from Coloured Vinyl RecordsI made this bag from 3 coloured vinyl records. It has an inner lining.
Bag Made from Vinyl RecordsI made this bag from two vinyl records.
Recycled Dish Detergent Bottle Toddler's PurseThis project uses a plastic dish detergent bottle to make a cute purse for a toddler. This tutorial shows you how to make a recycled toddler's purse.
Tote Bag Made from a Dog Food BagCreate a pretty tote bag from a dog food bag, in just a few simple steps.
Gypsy Love Upcycled PurseI have been scouring the internet for upcycled gypsy/boho purses lately. I have found many beautiful ones, but to my shock they are upwards of $300 and more! So yes, I decided there was no reason I couldn't buy a used purse from a thrift shop and upcycle it myself.
Duct Tape Lined Shirt PurseThese look really nice. It's a good use for old tops.
CD/DVD PurseIn response to the one who asked about uses for DVDs... make purses! My mom mentioned liking the purses made from license plates, so I got to thinking about what kind of purse I could make her for her birthday of unusual things and I came up with the CD purse!
Making a Jeans PurseThis is a page about making a jeans purse. Jeans have long been an often used recycled material for a wide variety of crafts. One popular use is to cut and restitch into a durable jeans purse.
Denim Wrist WalletA handy wrist wallet for walkers or joggers to hold cash, keys, and ID.
Plarn Coin PurseSquare coin purse made from grocery plastic bag. With this craft, I reduced plastic garbage going into the environment.
Plastic Recycled PouchI just couldn't resist those bright bags, they were calling me to do something with them. I had the 3MM plastic and fabric from my quilting stash so I thought this would be fun.
Juice Pouch TotesUsing washed juice pouches, sew them all together and make a tote bag. The large ones are great for grocery shopping. Small ones are great for carrying as a purse.
Recycled Sweater BagIf you accidentally shrink a 100 percent wool sweater in the washer, don't fret. Create a cute handbag from your mistake. Or shrink a wool sweater that you no longer wear and turn it into a purse.
Craft Project: Snack Pack PurseLittle girls purse made from snack packs.
Fused Plastic Valentine's HeartHere is a quick fused plastic bag craft idea for Valentine's Day. This project involves no sewing or crocheting. It's makes a perfect kid's craft project that focuses on using recycled materials.
Craft Link: Green Recycled Shopping BagCrochet this green shopping bag using old recycled plastic bags. The plastic bags are cut into strips to create Plarn (plastic bag yarn.) I have the free pattern link here.
Thrifty Jean PursePurse made from teen blue jeans and belt. Step 1: Cut the top of the pants off at crotch seam, rounding sides or squaring whichever is desired.
Cell Phone/Purse PocketA lot of fun. First, paint your heart. I painted the wood heart to match with acrylic paint. While it dries you, can cut out your pocket.
Denim Heart PurseRecycle those old jeans into a Valentine's Day denim heart purse. Here is the link to the free pattern information.
Jean Pocket PurseThis is a purse I made for my 7 year old daughter and her friend. I used an old pocket from my husband's old jeans. Carefully cut right along the edge of the pocket. You can use "Fray-Check" on the sides to keep it from raveling later.
Cheater's Felted PurseNo Knitting Required! I'm a cheater, I made a felted purse out of a really too bright mens XL sweater I bought at a second hand store. Has to be 100% wool, no blends.
Crocheted Recycled Denim Rag BagRecycle those old denim jeans or shirts into a cool Rag Bag! I crocheted this rag bag using two old denim shirts that were worn out.
Record Sleeve PurseThis is my version of a record sleeve purse! I used clear vinyl with pleather background. The pleather (vinyl) is easy to use since the edges can be left raw (like polar fleece).
Capri Sun PurseThis is the cutest purse. I have removed the glue and cleaned the packs. Slice the bottoms fill sink with warm soapy water. Rinse and set in bucket to dry over night. I set it outdoors.
Purse from an Underwire BraThis is an old underwire bra. I got the idea from another site and made my own.
Juice Pouch Tri-Fold WalletHere are instructions for making a tri-fold wallet out of Kool-Aid Jammer or Capri Sun juice pouches.