I absolutely loved this shirt. Unfortunately, after it was washed a few times, it had started to twist... You know how they do sometimes, and I just couldn't bring myself to wear it that way. It has been sitting in my "to be crafted" pile for a while now, just waiting for that special project to come along. This is it!
Here is what you'll need:
T-shirt
Scissors
Safety Pin
Ct the sleeves off the shirt and save them. Cut out the neckline in a low scoop. You have just made the handles.
Cut around the sleeves making strips about 1/2 inch wide. Stretch them. they will curl on themselves, making a string.
Next, cut into the hem of the shirt, without cutting the stitching. You are going to thread the sleeve strings through the hem, and back out, like a drawstring. You can do this as many times as you'd like. One time will make a big hole on the bottom. The holes will get smaller as you increase the number. I did 3.
With your safety pin, thread the sleeve strings through the hem, and out the next hole. Pull tight and tie. Do this until you go all the way around the hem. You can cut them off, or leave them hang at the bottom of the bag. I cut mine off. After thinking about it, I think it would be better to leave them hang, in case they come untied.
Stretch the neckline, and where you cut off the sleeves, and you are finished. Just pack your towels, sunscreen and sunglasses, and off to the beach you go!
This bag should work for groceries, too. Just don't put any tiny objects in, as they might fall through the holes in the bottom.
Have a great weekend!
Thanks for reading!
Crafty Claudia
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