Placemats have become my reusable (recycled) product of choice this month. Not to mention my $5 tablecloth I use for lining my purses. Using only four placemats (12×18) I created a tote bag, wristlet and mini clutch without a pattern. My goal is to create as many purses throughout the year documenting my progress.
Laura Ashley placemats made from a durable canvas material were perfect for this challenge. There were only two placemats and remnats remaining when I decided to make the tote bag that coordinated with my mini clutch wallet and wristlet.
The mini clutch wallet is super simple to make, and hopefully it will inspire you to make a tote bag too!
Materials Needed:
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placemat
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magnetic snap
Trim the edges of the placemat, and separate the two sides.
Step 2
Cut both pieces of fabric 14 inches length x 8 inches width. Cut your coordinating strip 14 inches length x 2 inches width.
Step 3
Take your primary fabric sew the coordinating strip using a decorative stitch on each side to attach.
Step 4
Sew both pieces of fabric – right sides together leaving both ends open.
Step 5
Decide where you would like the mini clutch to close. Install the magnetic snap at the top of the purse (following the manufacture instructions), and sew the top seam. Turn to the right side and iron the folds in place so that you can attach the bottom magnetic snap.
Step 6
After installing the magnetic snap fold the raw edges inward and iron. Stich the bottom fold and along each side.
You have completed the mini clutch wallet. You can enhance anyway you like.
Place a comment below if you would like a tutorial on how to make the tote bag.
I’ve included the link to the tote bag tutorial under related articles.
Related articles
- Upcycle Tote Bag Tutorial (lcartera.wordpress.com)
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Thank you, I appreciate your support in my new adventure.
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This is adorable 🙂 Have you ever thought about selling what you make? And I received your email. Can’t wait to share !
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Thank you! I’m getting ready for Etsy in the spring. I’m working on my purses now. 🙂 “Party! Party!
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🙂 Yay. Let me know. We might have to collaborate a giveaway of some sort or something fun like that 🙂
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You’re reading my mind!! LOL That sounds like fun for the spring. 🙂
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I was thinking the same thing 🙂 And could you imagine all the followers & viewers then ?
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Every time I see a post like this, it makes me wish I could sew. Always seemed like such a fun hobby!
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It is a lot of fun…expecially when your creation is completed. You should give it a try, using one of the tutorials. 🙂
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This is so cute! I love it!
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Thank you! I enjoyed making it. Stay tuned- there’s more to come . 🙂
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Omg this is a really cool idea!! After im done with my exams i’m going to try this!!
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Thank you, please let me know when you complete the wallet. I would like to see pics. 🙂
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I would also like, to get a copy of the tutorial, for the tote bag. Thanks! Anne
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The tutorial is called “Upcycle tote bag.” Please let me know if you make the tote. I would like to see a picture. Have fun!
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I really appreciate your creativity. The project you have done is so inspirational and admirable. Its floral design makes it so glossy and endearing.
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Thank you. 🙂
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I love this idea! I can’t wait to try this! Thanks so much for sharing your idea!
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