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How to make a recycled t-shirt beach bag

August 7, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

T top I have seen cut up t-shirts and I have seen t-shirt tote bags but not the two combined! This is a great idea for creating a bag that needs to breath. I bet it would also be great for produce. See the tutorial on how to make a recycled t-shirt beach bag over at the blog Buttons and Paint.

Looking for more ways to refashion t-shirts? check out this amazing refashion book. 

Why should you make your own shopping bags or totes?  Plastic bags are from the same source as all plastic: crude oil. So what is wrong with crude oil? The manufacturing process emits considerable amounts of pollution, and the product is not biodegradable. On land, plastic bags are one of the most common types of litter worldwide. As plastic bags are lightweight and float easily, this means they can travel long distances when picked up by the wind this includes landing in the ocean. Then wildlife gets tangled or ingests the bags, both in the sea and on land.  Make a difference and make your own shopping grocery bags.  Have plastic bags you need to re-use? Consider making these DIY upcycled plastic bag crafts.

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Comments

  1. Buttons and Paint says

    August 7, 2013 at 11:41 am

    Thanks so much for featuring our T Shirt bag. Glad you liked it! x

  2. Anusha says

    September 28, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    Love this idea! What are some other innovative ideas for recycled clothing?

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Whether you’re a weekend crafter or a seasoned furniture flipper, this roundup of 20 genius upcycled bar table ideas will have you seeing old junk in a whole new light. From salvaged suitcases turned into swanky drink stations to vintage sewing machines reborn as mini bars, these DIY ideas blend sustainability with serious charm.

Why Upcycle Your Bar Cart?
Besides the obvious environmental perks (less landfill waste, yay!), upcycled furniture is packed with personality. No two pieces are exactly alike. You’re not just making furniture—you’re making a statement. Think industrial-chic, rustic farmhouse, boho glam, or retro fabulous. These bar tables and carts are the perfect way to show off your creativity while keeping your home totally Instagram-worthy.

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