DIY Tote Bag from a Tea Towel in Less Than an Hour

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Learn how to make a DIY tote bag from a thrift store tea towel. This project is easy, cute, and budget friendly! Makes a great gift idea.

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Materials - Tea towel - Thread - Webbing for straps Tools - Sewing machine - Scissors

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Tips and Tricks for Successful DIY Tie Dye

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You'll make boxed corners. Instead of measuring and sewing off triangles, you can simply take the folded bottom edge and push it up between the front and back of the fabric, creating a pleat.

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Pin along each edge, making sure the folds line up at the bottom of your bag.

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Zig zag stitch in a straight line along both sides.

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Pin and stitch your handles into place. If you're using webbing, I recommend sewing it on with a boxed "X" to provide more support.

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Swipe Up for MOre

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