I always have a reusable shopping bag in the bottom of my handbag. The one I’ve been using finally died, so I made up a new one from an old t-shirt.
This is really simple and quick and a great way to give new life to an old t-shirt. The jersey makes the bag nice and stretchy so you can fit a lot into them too.
T-shirt Shopping Bag
You’ll need:
An old t-shirt (or a new one)
Sewing Supplies
Turn T-shirt inside out and sew bottom of T-shirt closed, using a wide zig-zag or a serger. I curved the corners on mine because I thought it would look nicer, but you don’t need to.
Lay it out nice and flat and make sure the seams are straight, particularly where the sleeves are. A lot of t-shirts have wonky seams.
Cut the sleeves off and then cut around the neckline. This will create the straps for the bag. Check that the opening is big enough. If it’s a bit small, lay the t-shirt down again and trim the neck slightly larger. Cutting it deeper is best, because you want to keep the straps nice and wide.
shez says
I absolutely love this idea! I’ve got a drawer full of old tees that are too dear to me to be thrown out but equally unlikely to ever be worn again. Love the print on yours too 🙂
Krystle says
Can I buy this from you? My little one is obsessed with George!
thingsforboys says
Krystle – normally I’d be up for some craft-sharing love, but I have huge sentimental attachment to that tshirt, so I can’t part with it. Sorry!
Krystle says
Well it’s a great tshirt!! Thanks for the great idea 🙂
Anonymous says
I have done this and throw it my suitcase for laundry while traveling!
thingsforboys says
oh, that’s a great idea!!
Cliodana says
thank’s i was looking for the tutorial to make that kind of bag for my friend! she’ll be happy it is so simple!
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