Repurposed Flannel Tote Bag Free Sewing Tutorial
Whether you’re a thrift store junkie, or just cleaning out your favorite guy’s closet, there are some great plaid shirts that need a new life. Pick wool or flannel to reincarnate into this soft shopping tote, with usable pockets already in place.
What you'll need:
- Coats Dual Duty XP® All-purpose thread
- (1) men’s plaid shirt
- ¾ yd (68.58cm) lining fabric
- ¾ yd (68.58cm) fusible fleece
- (1) pair 21” (53.34cm) faux leather rolled handles
You might also want to learn how to add cold shoulders to a flannel shirt in 1 hour with this FREE Tutorial.
I have a Ben Sherman shirt that I bought for £1 in a charity shop. I have already removed the sleeves to make a bag and was wondering how to use the main part. Now I know. Thank you.