Dish Mats + Bandanas + Rope = PURSE??

I’m back to my shenanigans again! This time we’re making a zippered purse using some dish drying mats, bandanas and some rope! Because… why WOULDN’T we make a bag out of those things?! 😂😂😂
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[@nanowomansk]

I’ve been sewing for 50 years and I don’t think I ever have as much fun as you. Keep the great attitude & keep teaching!

[@braveandethical]

I just found your channel and love these tutorials. I always tell people that ask "why not just buy it?" .....because mine is one of a kind and no one else has it.

[@gigiontube]

Plus… we have brains and hands to use them, develop skills, invent new things. People who just buy everything… don’t put any personal effort in anything, usually are the ones depressed and unhappy.

[@trish7440]

My sister always says, 'Why buy it for $12.99 when I can make it for $100'. Lol

[@gigiontube]

@@trish7440 With the industrialization lots of good things happened, no doubt about that ! But also, lots of good things are getting lost, like the people’s skills to provide for themselves, in that way becoming dependent on stores goods. On the first glance nothing is wrong with that. But older people know better. The ones in control can raise prices to the point things are not affordable anymore to us. Also, things can disappear from stores in crisis, like natural disaster, war or like. It’s always good to know to cook from scratch, to sew things for family, any domestic skill is a treasure for humanity.

[@melissawarden6519]

POCKETS?!?! Life is ALWAYS better with POCKETS!!!

[@lcarolynghearing854]

I’m 74yo and been sewing since I was 8yo. You are making crafting/sewing sew much fun!! Thank you 👏🏻👏🏻🌹 … and I love your giggle!!! Absolutely adorable bag, BTW 🌹

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@kjmwired]

Also just turned 74 😅. I have a little bit of sewing knowledge and quite a bit of time & desire now. I'm trying to get up to speed on doing some of these fun projects. I wish I lived near her so I could run over and go "help" when I get stuck !! 😂 🏖Kj in Tampa Bay 🤗 🧵🪡

[@cathyrowe594]

I, too love her giggle! But help me out here. Does it sound like Wilma Flintstones or Betty Rubbles giggle??? 😂

[@mnmm5238]

Betty, from the movie.

[@karenbarton1717]

Okay, let’s consider it (the walking for) like four wheel drive for the sewing machine! That is awesome and accurate! Love it

[@bethanykoch2789]

Pockets! Pockets! Pockets! Please! You're reinvigorating my desire to sew. 👍

[@trish7440]

I LOVE the joy you exude during your videos. I am 62 and have sewn minimally most of my life but always by the seat of my pants. Using things that I have or upcycled is my fav. Recently, I decided to learn to sew 'correctly' and have been buying loads of stuff to help me. I am learning that things don't have to be so hard when you have the right tools, like the walking foot, for example. I hope to find my joy in this rather than frustration. Please continue with an occasional upcycle and easy peasy tutorial for those if us trying to do better. God Bless you for being able to accomplish these tasks with four kids and a house and home to take care of.

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you for the kind words!!!

[@LindaCarbone-b6q]

I’ve also been sewing for 50 years. You’ve got some really cute first time projects and your encouragement to new sewers is terrific. I love your personality. You make me smile (and I just might make one of you bags). Keep up the great work. 😊

[@shesewsseams]

Oh thank you!

[@pamsury3969]

Yes, I need pockets! When did slide my phone in, one for pens and pencils, one for my cards holder, one for my sunglasses, one for my sanitizer. And stuff like that.

[@yvonnejeanette1726]

That’s what I thought exactly!

[@shawnaalbright2285]

I just found you a few days ago. I am so geeked to see what you are going to do next! I like the way you explain the reason why you do some the steps! I love the options you give! Your attitude is great! Your ideas great! You had me at….”let’s see if this will work”! Takes all the pressure off a newbie sewer. Thanks for your videos!

[@shesewsseams]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@laurenebluder7037]

Pocket’s please!!! I went to the dollar tree and got the new dish drying mat. They didn’t have “your” fat quarters so I found one honeycomb and dug and dug and FINALLY found another! That’s on my to do list as is this bag!! Wouldn’t this American themed bag look cute with a flag pocket? Or maybe we could sew red white and blue strips together to make a piece big enough for a pocket then it would break up all the res on the inside and still be patriotic!!! I absolutely LOVE everything you do! I can’t wait to make a purse using your video!!! ❤️ thank you for fun, interesting and easy to follow tutorials! ❤️

[@yvonnejeanette1726]

The flag pocket idea is 👍🏻 perfect!

[@terrytidwell1337]

Hi sweet heart I am 64 years old and I absolutely love your channel and I like the way you show how to do things I love the dollar tree very much God bless you and keep up your great work

[@bossandcharlie]

You bring a "breath of freshness" to fun sewing!! Love your smile and creative attitude! Fun to watch!

[@judywiggins5092]

One time I made a wallet as little pouch for one of my granddaughters. The guinea pig fabric lined up. Head of guinea pig flopped over by the flap onto the body. On both pieces. I laughed and laughed.

[@joydalton4987]

Your videos are fun, you are delightfully happy and you don’t take yourself too seriously and most of all you have tons of fun I really enjoy watching you.

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!!

[@wandaaldridge4506]

Thank you for your in depth instructions. This beginning sewer appreciates it!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@rondamurphy671]

Thank you for sharing your projects, it’s helped encourage me to want to sew again!! 😊

[@shesewsseams]

I'm so glad!

[@southernbellblessed2402]

Really enjoy watching you sew! The dollar tree projects are awesome. Your explanation of the entire project is really helpful! Thank you!!!😊 😊

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@alicebair1811]

Very cute! You are a riot! I had sew much fun listening to you! 😂

[@shesewsseams]

Oh thank you!

[@LaadeeV]

Didn't even know DT had fat quarters until I stumbled on your dish mat bag vid. OMG! As if my fat quarter obsession wasn't bad enough I can get them cheaper than Walmart.

[@aprilanywhere3879]

If anyone can do it... IT'S YOU! Best. Bag. Lady. Ever! 😂😂

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@jesspeak7543]

Very creative bag with an amazing result. We don't have Dollar Tree over here in Australia, and even the 'cheap' suppplies cost four to five times more than yours. Thank you for sharing your skills and enthusiasm.❤ Sydney 🇦🇺

[@PSA3377]

The other MAJOR point to your fantastic tutorials is after the fact of adding up the $ amount to making these great purses you have the knowledge in your tool chest and grab scrap fabric in the future-(which is what I think your goal is ) and just go crazy !! I like using old clothing I might want go donate or find some great fabric at a yard sale that is already a shirt or dress or sheet etc and repurpose it ❤Your videos are just FANTASTIC 🎉⭐️⭐️⭐️💫✨️🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@shesewsseams]

💯💯💯💯

[@user-cp5cp9ts6q]

I am 71 years old and this is one of the best videos I have ever watched and subscribed to. You have a great personality and well suited for instruction. By the way I am so going to make a bunch of these bags for stocking stuffers for Christmas. Thanks for your efforts!

[@shesewsseams]

Wow, thank you!

[@user-cp5cp9ts6q]

You're very welcome, there are so many ways to cut expenses with sewing and it's good to share when we find them. In today's economy especially, so I appreciate that you see the value in sharing. It really blesses my heart.

[@jennyemerson8035]

Awesome! You're so cute doing the tutorial!!! I really like the materials used! Who knew!!!

[@CordulaPrice]

The Bag looks Awesome 👍🏻👍🏻❤️🪡🧵

[@mymai5859]

Brilliant. The scarves outer material turned out so good. Happy dreams 💐

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@karlalove2763]

Thank you for making this so easy to understand. I can do things I never, ever would have thought I could. I love the Dollar Tree projects; I can make beautiful gifts for my friends and family and not have to spend a huge amount of money. You're a dream!!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Glad it was helpful!

[@beckysidwell8295]

I just found you and boy am I happy. I have a large family with many grown grandkids. You have given me so many useful ideas to make for all. Thank you.❤

[@shesewsseams]

I'm so glad!

[@barbarahillegass2135]

I’m impressed! Your scarf and mat were same size prior to quilting and it didn’t shift. Awesome.

[@jeanwalker2473]

That bag is gorgeous you really know how to do stuff

[@rainy4036]

Cute-- the purse and your personality! Thank you!

[@lynnhufstetler3825]

Nice idea. A hump jumper would really help with that bulk. I would love to see that made with pockets and a divider inside

[@daphnemartin]

I was thinking the same thing! They make foam posterboard that could be encased in a matching or another coordinating fabric for a divider? These bags are wonderful stash-busting ideas!!

[@sabrinahickey975]

I think you're just awesome that is so creative and don't let other people think that your ideas are stupid because I think they're genius I like it

[@dorothybentley6429]

I have had so much fun watching your videos and learning new things.please show us how to put pockets on our purses.🌼🐝🌼🐝🌼🐝

[@candacecarroll42]

Love this bag!! Love your creativity and your teaching style! Can’t wait to see more!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@linxadragon6839]

So much fun. Going to do this with my mom and sister when I visit them.

[@Wyosunshine_Designs]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I haven't tried any of your patterns yet but I plan on doing so soon. I love your personality and I love your creative and fun ideas. Keep it up!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@maryrocker3792]

I'm thrilled to have watched you, a packet sounds like another project 😀😀❣️

[@CordulaPrice]

In July I’ll be 74 I love too sew and your channel 👍🏻👍🏻🪡🧵🤗❤️

[@janeblazer8034]

I love the Americana Purse!!! Wow wow wow! Great job!! I’m headed to DT! Thanks Sewing Sister. Love your spirit!❤😊

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@sheilaisom194]

Love the construction of this bag. It looks very sturdy and the quilting makes it luxirious

[@tiggers2828]

You are so fun to watch and absolutely love your dish drying mats videos like this one! Keep up these videos! Love your attitude and explanation! ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!!

[@AdrianeHill-eq9rh]

Love your tutorials!! You can tell you love what you do!!❤ You are a complete pleasure to watch and learn from.😊

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@stamper1330]

Pockets, please! Thank you, thank you! I'm 65 and have been sewing since I was 12 but hit a dry spell for the last few years your videos have made me want to sew again! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@cherylgriffin3453]

You are awesome! I'm enjoying your videos so much. Thank you.

[@amandaperez8844]

Your energy is so wonderful!!! Thank you for what you do and who you are!!!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome

[@gailk2830]

I’ve been sewing for 50 years Your tutorials are spot on Keep doing them Love your method of teaching, very ez to follow You have a great vibe girl) Xxx Gail in AZ

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks so much 😊

[@mimaw1365]

Great job! Love this project and you’ve inspired me to make one. I went to dollar tree this week already to buy the stuff for the bee bag you made. Thank you. I’m glad to see young women taking up the craft of sewing. My mother taught me to sew and I’ve been sewing for over 40 plus years.

[@gayle8241]

You are so much fun to watch, I Love learning new projects. Your making it so easy and fun.

[@shesewsseams]

I'm so glad!

[@lissadm3005]

I love how it turned out 🥰 it doesn't look like dollar tree materials. It is nice and cute 👍 thank you for doing this tutorial 😊 I'm now a fan of yours 😊

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@trishriley6655]

I happened to be watching KZbin videos last night and BAM……Chelsea came on. I haven’t stopped watching you since Chelsea. You are a breath of fresh air. And, I am watching you from Australia. 🇦🇺 you should come for a holiday. Thank you for your videos. ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!!

[@user-sc6xb7kz1d]

This bag is Gorgeous!!!! I brought the bandanas from dollar tree and was pondering over what to do with them❤

[@arleneportsmouth1263]

☺ So far, this is my 2nd video of yours and I am absolutely in love with your ADORABLE personality ! ❤ I have been making purses since I was in my 20's but not had ANY TIME to sew in 3.5 years. 😢 Now I may have a chance to put my sewing machine on my desk next month. 🙏🏻 I have not been ANYWHERE except the grocery store in 3.5 years so I am DYING to go to a Dollar tree to get some supplies to make some gifts. Hopefully they have one in Las Vegas, Nevada. 🙏🏻 Sewing has always been my passion.

[@MARYPARK-ps8pp]

I have been sewing for 50+ years and did not know the walking foot had that little hole in the back and what it is for, I never knew, you are such an asset to you tube, especially for beginners, and obviously for us veterans too, great teaching skills.

[@shesewsseams]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisadiannemoore7196]

I feel like you and the dollar tree dinner human need to collaborate, you’re both amazing! I live in Canada and our Dollar shops don’t sell quite as much, but you are seriously inspirational ❤️❤️

[@cabindiana55]

Very well done Chelsea fun, fast and done!

[@eloisagarcia7137]

Thank you for sharing its beautiful Beautiful

[@sherimcdougall5216]

Just started following you. I've seen for 50+ years I love how simple your tutorials are. How you go slow and step by step

[@sherrywiggins843]

You make sewing so easy to follow and so much fun! I'm totally becoming obsessed with your channel and this bag gives me a Vera Bradley vibe and I LOVE Vera Bradley 😂.

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@evelynreyna1960]

I have a 5 dollar knit foot, I bought off Amazon. works like magic!! I just love this purse!!!

[@77gremmy]

Love the bag makes me want to run to dollar tree and get stuff very cute thank you for wonderful videos you are so fun to watch God bless ❤you

[@sweetdeily]

Hi from Australia. Your video had me standing in smartdollar, staring at these dish drying mats, hearing your voice from the depths of the internet, tempting me. And another voice going "you have plenty of stuff at home, don't buy just cause you want to do the same project" which came from my wallet.

[@shesewsseams]

So what’d you decide??? I’m on the edge of my seat!! Lol

[@donnamorris-n6z]

I love those Handbags you have made. I'm going to have to make some. Great for gifts. I love what you're doing !!

[@sherrieades786]

I’d love to see one of these made with a divider.

[@stellaunger8568]

Your videos are delightful and style of sewing refreshing. I love your channel. Thank you for sharing your creative talent ❤️😁🌹

[@ashleywallis8314]

Girl - you make me sooo happy. Thank you for sharing your sewing fun!!! ❤

[@debbiesiedhoff5285]

Love you teaching style. Easy to follow. You explain why's. Love it. I'm inspired❤❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@beverlygarner7996]

All your bags would be great for knitting projects.

[@karenfletcher6269]

You are precious! I love this bag! I haven’t sewn in years but now you’ve inspired me! I enjoy your tutorials!! 🎉❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@lindafitzsimmons2526]

You are both fun and hilarious! Your detailed teaching approach is spot on for beginners and a cinch for more “seasoned” sewers/crafters. I agree with other viewers in regard to your personality. You are vivacious and crazy fun 😊♥️ Wish it were a KZbin law that only kind fun-loving comments were allowed & that negative comments would self-destruct upon pushing the send button. Keep sending us fun useful projects…you’re the best! ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks so much!

[@katherinenelson5905]

You're Killing Me! I've already made 2 purses now I will have to make more. Oh, the adjustable straps off their backpack makes great purse handles too. Oh, and I did quilt one of the bags because I found some cloth I loved, and the matching micro towel worked great with my Bee purse. The zipper from the backpack is extra-long too. I was lazy and used the "lines" of the drying mat to make straight lines a set amount apart.

[@Lonelyone1111]

Lol i want to make it n i dont even see i know how to do a little

[@JoanLowe-vw2bt]

😊

[@linxadragon6839]

Brilliant ideas💡💡💡

[@linxadragon6839]

Other ideas for zippers are: old purses, jackets, coats, and - for shorter zippers - pants, esp jeans (all metal).

[@daphnemartin]

Not lazy! You're just working smarter and not harder😂 Did you see where she used a dog leash for straps? Genius idea. I look at everything as a potential alternate use now!

[@lesa6399]

Girl, you’ve some mad cutting skills!!!

[@faithyetman9877]

I love that bag. Just the right size for me. I agree with others about your laughter- you are a very awesome lady. I now look for you on utube.

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you so much!

[@cosmocat12]

I’m from Brisbane, Australia. Yes come on over and we can have a sewing session. 😃. But - we don’t have dollar tree, sadly. There are some similar stores, but not as good as the American dollar tree. But still come😁

[@robinsnest7627]

Stopped by and enjoyed your tutorial. Thank you for sharing the very fun video. Have a wonderful day!

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! You too!

[@sharonrichard8509]

34:35 Thank you for sharing your ideas and your great instructions with us. This was my second video and your sweet personality shines through.

[@shesewsseams]

Oh thank you!

[@rosemarievigil5381]

You are amazing, I love sewing, this bag is fantastic. I have 4 daughters & 6 Granddaughters what fun it's going to be for them. Thank you sooo much for sharing and inspiring to think outside the box🤗 Rosemarie Vigil from Las Vegas NV

[@colleenisaac8621]

Great bag and great instructions! Thank you.

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@karenwitt8042]

Absolutely adorable! I actually watched this entire video. I am inspired to start sewing again after watching these. I finally have a room to designate as a craft/guest room so I need to put my butt in gear and grab my helpers to clear, clean, paint etc…..so I can start sewing 🧵

[@shesewsseams]

Go get em’

[@7459serenity]

oh look my eyelash curler. Oh look a squirrel, girl you sound like a younger version of me. Now I know why people always laughed at me lol. You go girl, I just love watching your thought process in action. I think you make sewing look fun for the beginners ❤

[@vickiehuff6984]

Chelsea I have been following you on instagram. I just love how you can go to the dollar tree and find things to sew and make awesome things with. I am on a fixed income and this is totally awesome. I can’t afford to go out and buy a new bag for 40 or even 20. You have got me back into sewing. Ty so much from the bottom of my heart

[@shesewsseams]

This comment made my day!!!

[@FayeKiser-pr2yu]

LOVE your attitude and your enthusiasm!!! ❤

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks!

[@annamoreau457]

Making sewing fun! I got my supplies but you upped the project by adding a zipper. Prefect! Pockets? Yes please!

[@dawnmckee-chambers2585]

You are amazing ...love your spirit and your creativity rocks!!!! I'm headed to the dollar store ...sending love from Canada...cheers

[@joycelawson7575]

I'm so happy I found your Channel. TK Y for teaching us the correct needle 4 the projects & all other tips&tricks.

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@tamaraclymer4385]

I found one of your videos, and I just love the way you talk to us. I have been sewing since I was in high school (will be 63 in June) and I have learned a lot from your videos.

[@beckyking1793]

Love this! Looks like I need to make a Dollar Tree run!

[@teresarichmond7752]

So cute! I love your channel! You are so sweet and entertaining to watch. Nthank you for all your great ideas!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@TishMartel]

Thank you so much for these great tutorials- I was racking my brain out what to teach a few ladies of my bible group ladies to sew & you tutorials have given me plenty of ideas of what to teach to make- you have a wonderful teacher & your tight you don’t need to be perfect because your learning- blessings to you & continued teaching us ladies ❤

[@carolynthomas4527]

Fantastic purse!! Such a great project 👏👏👏

[@shesewsseams]

Thank you! 😊

[@vikirk127]

Your the best! Thank you for sharing sewing 🎉

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@tammycantrell3221]

I love this project! You are fun to watch too!

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-ie7py8fq8o]

Thank you for everything you do. It continues to motivate me to continue doing more projects. I remember you when I go to the dollar store😊❤

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@maryshilts4645]

Love this!! You did great!! Thank you!

[@shesewsseams]

Yay! Thank you!

[@brendaconway4949]

Fun sewing videos! I want to start sewing again and you are helping encourage me. Thank you!

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@debbiebennett385]

I'm so happy 😊 I found your videos!!!. You are awesome and give so much confidence in trying things 😂. Thank you 😊

[@shesewsseams]

You are so welcome!

[@melauman5497]

Chelsea, this was awesome!!! You are so much fun!!!!

[@shesewsseams]

Thanks so much!!

[@sewinglifeisfun]

I love those moments.

[@rhiannonmills3293]

Great tutorial! Love this idea. I cannot wait to try it. Your laugh is so infectious and fun! Thank you!