banner tote bag

A simple and quick sewing project which recycles old banners into

attractive tote bags – can be used for all reasons and seasons!

and a sewing machine of course !

Materials List• Measuring Tape• Marking chalk/ Ink marker• Scissors• Cutter• Nylon thread• Ruler• Used banner• Bag strap

STEP - 1

• Take a rectangular piece of used banner.

• Mark and cut a piece measuring 35” x 16”.

STEP - 2

• Prepare a cardboard pattern ( 16.5” x 4.5”).

• This is for the sides of the bag.

Tip - The width of the bag can be adjusted at this step.For a wide bag, increase the length from 4.5”.

• Use this pattern to mark and cut two pieces from the banner.

STEP - 3

STEP - 4

• Fold the edge of shorter side of the piece.

• Make a second fold and stitch over it.

• Repeat this for the other piece.

Single Fold Double Fold

STEP - 5

• Double fold the edge of the big rectangular piece and stitch it.

• Start stitching the edges of the main piece to the sides, inside out.

STEP - 6

• Try to make the corners sharp, by rotating the sides with the needle point inside.

• Repeat this for the other side of the bag.

STEP - 7

• Now, invert the bag and it will look like this.

• Stitch over the edges to give it a better shape.

STEP - 8

• The length of the handles will be about 30” each.

• Mark the center and place the handles about 8” apart.

• Now, attach the handles on both sides. Stitch a rectangle with a cross inside to fasten the handle.

8”

The bag is ready!