DIY Sew to Sell My Best Seller Over 3000 made Grocery Shopping Bag Upcycled Reclaimed Upholstery fab

With the movement to reduce plastic in society, these bags are the perfect solution to your shopping needs. Quick and easy to make for yourself or your next market stall.
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Fabric 95cm x 45cm (36" x 18")
Handles 110cm x 10cm (43" x 4") cut in two
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25mm (1") wide strapping
ribbon optional
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[@karenwalker8627]

I'm inclined to just say, "what they all said," but I do want to add my own note of thanks for your generosity in sharing this and so many other wonderful videos. On top of running a business and doing all that sewing, you somehow find/make time to produce and post these videos to inspire and teach others. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Christine

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Karen, and for your very generous donation of coffee. I really appreciate it 😊😊

[@amlaboy]

For us American folk: bag body is cut 18 x 37.5 inches, straps are 44" then cut in half, and the ribbon is approx 12" also cut in half. All are close estimates. Nice bag. Love the idea of using that fabric type.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks for that Mary. When I redo this video, I'll be making sure I use inches as well as metric measurements 😁😁

[@conniedetevis2119]

Mary thank you for taking the time to give the measurements for us Americans it’s so useful.

[@robertabrady8127]

Thank you Mary, that was a great help. I can’t figure metric and not all rulers have that option.

[@margaretdevries8090]

Here it getting the material at good price for resale ,

[@karenpalmer9988]

Thank you Mary...I wished people who make there videos would use American measurements and not just there metric ones. It can't be that hard to convert for those of us who don't know the metric system... Another thing that would help is showing and telling where they get the tools they use and the sizes... That's why I love watching Oklaroots because she shows you everything you need before she starts her tutorials... If everyone would do that it would make it so much easier...So thank you for giving that information to us in American terms... No offense to Christine as I enjoy watching her make things, and just found her on youtube today... So please don't take any offense please!

[@ratineshsharma8247]

Hello all the way from NZ. Firstly your are such a positive person who wants to show and share how everyone can earn a living from doing like what you do. I really enjoy watching your videos because you are giving all the information "you" have in hand. I believe you're not hiding anything from your teaching and that's called a awesome teacher. Your set up looks great too and your expressions are true. Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

haha, You're our closest neighbour. Thank you so much Ratinesh. You're so kind 😀

[@sisterkerry]

I love those little flower head pins you used to put the ribbon on. Unfortunately, so does my cat, Buttercup. She has discovered: (a) The flower head is fabulously crunchy and (b) the pins go boing when you flick them with your paw. Buttercup has given the flower head pins a full 5 star rating on the "Things Cats Do To Pester Mum When She's Sewing" scale. Guess my bags will be minus a ribbon loop... 🐾

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha. Coco, my boxer got to my pincushion and I had them strewn all over the yard🤪

[@sisterkerry]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Chuckle. So, my fluffy little ball of mischief has a partner in crime. If there are many more such pets that have a thing for the flowerhead pins, they might set up a Facebook group 🤣

[@patriciahazeltine9986]

Thank you very much for the tutorial, I am one of those people who has more fabric than sense (lol), and this would be a great way to de-stash!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Patricia. I'm one of those people too😆😆

[@eloisaferruzola3680]

I am with you Patricia, sometimes the ideas just don't come out. This video is extraordinary ❤very helpful. Thank you

[@georgycolson9671]

I have the exact same affliction! lol

[@EFitz-xt4ym]

I think we should form a group called Fabricholics Anonymous. I am glad I am not alone in having more stash than time to sew it all. I went through all my fabric and I was brutal with myself. It’s so hard to part with any. I just sold 10 X-LARGE garbage bags full of fabric for a measly $280 for all of it, just to get it out of the house before I changed my mind. Mind you I kept most of the cotton fabric👍. I still have two large closets full and several more bins 🤪🤪

[@catty2chatty]

I am with you on that one Patricia. I have lots of patterns, ideas, and fabric, but not enough time to use it. I work full time and have 4 young grandchildren. Then a beautiful fabric catches my eye and bam, I have added to my 'collection', lol. I recently made 44 mug rugs to use up fabric and scraps, but it didn't make a huge dent. I'm trying :)

[@varianhall1483]

I also like to use used material. I use old jeans to make quilts and other things. And I make several other items and use used material when I can. Thanks for the quick and easy bag . From Huntsville Alabama Roll Tide

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

It's very satisfying using up old fabric 😁

[@galefick1877]

THANK YOU CHRISTINE FOR THIS WONDEFUL TUTORIAL AND MANY OF YOUR OTHERS. LOVE WATCHING YOU AND LEARNING HOW TO DO ITEMS WITH QUICK SIMPLE ACTIONS AND NOT THESE LONG DRAWN OUT TUTORIALS THAT I MUST CONSTANTLY FAST-FORWARD.❤️ I love your work. Quick and to the point.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Gale!😀

[@ymottspice]

I'm so happy I found your channel. You have got my confidence up with sewing again. I've always thought of sewing as a complicated exasperating chore before now. The fact that there are no patters to copy and that your explainations are so clear and easy to follow is fantastic. Thank you, and keep up the great work!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Eve. I'm so glad you're back into sewing😁

[@tinavernon5387]

EXCELLENT TUTORIAL!! Thank you SOOO much! I am recently retired and love to sew and sell which I have been doing for years. Your videos have opened my eyes with tips and tricks to use from now on to supplement my retirement income. You are AMAZING!! 💜

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Tina. I have a few years to go before retirement, but am already looking forward to doing more markets and craft shows when I do😁

[@stacyreid1159]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thank you madam...you did great

[@4IsagenixKarenbn]

Thank you for sharing your skills with us, it’s very much appreciated. My husband and I are keen campers and I would love to see a video on your tool wrap. I wanted to see if I can adapt it to hang my cooking utensils near my camp stove. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds like a great idea Karen. Here's the video 😃 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqDSg6yfq9SSgLs

[@Mary20002]

Thank you for showing us your work and how to make them..you’re such a generous soul…that’s why you’re so blessed..I wish I would have a shop like your…wow…thank you for sharing 👍👍👍👍🌺🌺🌼🌼🌼👍👍👍👍

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Luisa 😀

[@francespiquemal8813]

I just came across your tutorial today and I am grateful that you took the time to share your talents and gifts. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Frances! Thank you 😊

[@juliadixon6252]

That little space between the top and bottom stitching of the handles is a great space to slip a pen with a pocket clip into!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a fabulous idea!🤩 It too is on the list

[@jeanp6029]

So generous of you to share exactly how you make these! Very good video! Thank you!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Jean!

[@josefinamccarty9271]

Good morning....! Ms Christine, your bag is so precious!!! and easy to make with your instrucions...I am from Central America, but live in U S A . My mom and aunt made this type of bags for sale back in the 1970's they sold them a brought income for the family. they made them the size of the fabric they had on hand. Central America had shortage of grocery bags, paper or plastic. now it is the Law not to use plastic bags for your groceries. Your bag is better made for durability. and your instructions are VERY CLEAR , and shown very well. I just subscribed to your channel, and hoping to see new tutorials , I know you will present them very well.......Would be nice to have metric to inches on the corner of your screen. , yes we have a conversion on the centimeter....no problem... the way you present it is fine. Greetings from Florida. US A Josefina Mccarty.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Josefina. I've started putting conversions in my videos since this one. You should find them in the description box below as well. We're still a bit slow with plastic reduction in Australia. Hope we catch up soon 🙂

[@barbaraashby9856]

What an excellent teacher! Precise and not a lot of waste of time, again thank you, love your videos

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Barbara😀

[@youngmanmary2918]

Your hair is beautiful.Love your tutorial

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Mary 😀

[@angelregis6593]

Oh wow!! Now I know what boxing the sides look like and how to do it. Thank you!!🌟😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Angel😁

[@dawnmarieleonard9137]

Thank you. I'm part of a buy nothing group and I acquired a large bag of upholstery fabric. So thank you for a wonderful project. Also thank you for the tips about the zigzagging stitch and the little loops to hang while you're bagging the groceries, much appreciated. This video was so simple to follow thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Dawn! 😊

[@jeanlloyd7110]

Thank you for your tutorial on the fabric Grocery Shopping Bag. Very informative and very well explained.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Jean 😊

[@dottiemathews6853]

YOU KNOW WHAT? I LOVE YOU! I LOVE THIS VIDEO. MAYBE ONE DAY I WILL GET UP THE COURAGE AND START MAKING TOTEBAGS LIKE THESE.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You can do it Dottie 😃

[@joyceholmquist8663]

Been wanting to make some grocery bags. Tks for a wonderful refresher course. U are a blessing. I'll be watching so as to make some gifts for family. Love the doggie bags for outdoor activity. The dog obedience clubs frown on the hard plastic holders. They usually clunk the poor doggie on the face & top of their heads. Will be making some of those when u get around to demonstrating. My dogs dance on stage at various locations & performing arts centers. They will appreciate ur soft bags. Tk u. Love & appreciation from here in Florida, USA.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joyce. That sounds like so much fun. Our Boxer Coco, has 4 left paws. She doesn't dance well at all🤣🤣🤣 The puppy poop bag video is up. You'll find it in the sew to sell playlist 😀

[@madelaine3209]

Your directions were quick, thorough and EXCELLENT. **THANK YOU** for your efforts in sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Madelaine. Thank you 😀

[@Kayenne54]

Very clear and concise. Thank you. Re: securing the handles, I've seen some where the handles are reinforced with an X shape, after they've been sewn on as you've demonstrated. Kind of stabilizing how the handles are positioned, it seems. Your way seems simpler but just as sturdy, though. (It may also prevent the webbing from fraying a little?) P.S. When you've taken the time to answer someone in comments, (thank you so much, because I read your answers to people and get lots of hints) - remember to click on the little *"thumbs up" symbol* under their question, so it notifies them you've answered (if they've got their own notification settings organized to let them know; for some time mine were in default "off" and didn't realize).

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Kayenne. I usually do the 'thumbs up" I must have missed a few..... When I made bags on a small scale, I used to do the X to secure straps, and still do if I am making the handles myself. As I'm a nut for "time management" I found that triple stitching in two places was not only quicker, but much more secure.😁😁

[@Kayenne54]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Thank you. This "recipe" is so easy, you explained it so well, and the bags look great. I'm pondering over my stash now 🙂I'll follow your instructions to the letter!

[@charlottec6587]

You’re so thorough and nice as u present your tutorial! Thanks for being so generous in sharing your talents🌸

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Charlotte😀

[@cynforrest]

Very useful. I make these too - for myself, neighbors, family and friends. It keeps me busy and off the streets. Lol. Thanks for another great video!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cyn. I think these are one of my favourite makes 😀

[@mschlueter2571]

I like how clearly you explained it all. Cheers!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks so much M 😊

[@vivianramsay2527]

Thank you for this lovely tutorial! Clear and simple with good tips for variation! New subscriber here! Well done ! BTW, I don't horde fabric...I just sew slower than I buy!! 😂😂🤣🤣 (a borrowed joke for us sewist!) 😊😊🤩Thank you again!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, that's a funny one. I hadn't heard it before. Thanks for watching Vivian, and welcome!

[@walkbyfaith2874]

Thank you for being honest about your sales.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome 😀

[@sueyous]

Thank you so much Christine for the fabulous tuition. 💖💖

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome!😀

[@gwendolinetate-marshall1445]

Wow something who is doing the same as me eg recycling however you are so good at explaining just love you videos sooo much hope you continue ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Gwendoline. As long as there's fabric to rescue, I'll keep going😀

[@lesleylathrop8653]

Excellent teacher

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Lesley 😃

[@NatureAndOther]

Very good demo and explanation, thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Roni 🌞

[@barbbraun543]

Good morning from Ocen City, New Jersey, USA! Thank you so much for a great tutorial. I also make all sizes and shapes of recycled bags and, as of late, grocery bags. However, I never thought of the loop. What a great and useful idea. I'm definitely adding the loop and I think I will name them "Loopy Grocery Bags" to grab attention. Agsain, thanks for sharing.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That sounds great Barb 😀

[@Fire-Queen]

@Barb Braun what are the loops for? I have not heard her mention it, not do I see much use for them, on top of the handles itself?

[@trinapullum3986]

So glad I've found your channel. So enjoyable to visit with you. Feels like you're right in my sewing room giving advice. Been looking through all your videos. A great teacher who loves what you do and a desire to share your talents with others. Trina from Tennessee, USA

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Trina. Welcome 😀

[@aktollers8424]

You are a gem. Such a calm confident instructor. I look forward to more tutorials.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Ak😃

[@violacasey3342]

Thank you so much for the detailed instructions. Love our tutorials.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Viola 😀

[@kristenmccormack3821]

I love what you’re doing. I am doing the same thing in Portsmith, New Hampshire USA. I wasn’t adding the ribbon and I’m gonna start doing that. I’ve been collecting home decor samples now for several years that local businesses. I also have a new donor who has given me 50 boxes or more of webbing that I use for the handles. Thank you for being at 0 waste Eco Warrior!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Kristen. I've actually stopped putting the ribbon on my bags now. I find the supermarkets don't use them, and I figured I'd save some time and extra costs. Good score on all that webbing!

[@maryjoprinsen7564]

That's great, Kristen. I'm in Minnesota and have wondered where I could buy affordable webbing in the US. Did you have a source for purchasing before your donation? I don't make the quantities you do, but want to make bags some for a charity craft sale. I have some pleated drapes I had made that I have cut down to repurpose. I may decide to make the handles from the same fabric to keep the cost low.

[@BubbasChibi]

First, I want to say ~~ You have very pretty hair. I really like the way it's tied in this video. Second, just want to say thank you for all your videos and great tutorials.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Alice. I haven't worn my hair like that in a while. Must get back to it😊

[@marydalrymple1432]

I made one with cotton fabric so I lined it to make it stronger, thank you for the easy to follow instructions. I make things that a cat society can auction or sell

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They'd sell well too Mary. Cotton is a great choice for these bags😀

[@carolinekalokerinos9352]

Thank you for your great ideas. Love what you do. They are simple&easy to make.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Caroline😊

[@dianethompson9525]

Nice, simple bag! You explained it very well! I’m glad someone asked about the ribbon, cause I was wondering that too!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Diane! 😊

[@TraceyRand-jy7kf]

Thanks for an explanation of the boxing. Easier to understand than any I have seen. Thankyou! I will be trying this.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Tracey. I'm about to do a more in depth video on boxed corners😀

[@marydawson6342]

You are a great tutor, and make excellent hand bags, I enjoyed your video, and have learned helpful ways for making my hand bag. Thank you very much for sharing your video, and now I will make a good hand bag for myself, and share some with family and friends.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Mary. I'm sure your friends will love them😀

[@candacej.wilson3770]

I love your accent❤️. I stumbled across your video and am addicted. You are extremely patient and give additional details to help along the way. I have learned so much in a short amount of time. Thank you so much for making my day!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Candace 😁

[@joycekuritzky6569]

Thank you so much for the instructions. I live in the United States and the state I live in you need to bring your own bags when grocery shopping. I'll be making some from fabric I have.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's great Joyce. These came about when plastic was banned here a few years ago. 😁

[@mariemagee9246]

Thankyou for your honest open videos. It’s so helpful and refreshing. Great tutorials which I really appreciate . 🌺🌺🌺

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Marie 😊

[@lashinilash]

Wow, so simple and easy to do ? Alright, I'm gonna try to sew one ! Thank you

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Have fun Lashini. Let us know how you went 😀

[@tammyjones3315]

The easiest bag I have seen. Most that I have seen ends up being a 3 or 4 day process. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Haha, if I took 4 days to make a bag, I'd end up in the poor house🤪🤪 thanks Tammy 🙂

[@libertylady1952]

I've been watching a bunch of crafting videos for Christmas present ideas. This is a great idea for that. Thanks for the great idea!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome!😀

[@smileytow1925]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful grocery bag construction! ❤️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're welcome Smiley☺️

[@tonie1106]

Thanks for sharing, I have some duck fabric that I’m going to try and make a bag with.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Duck fabric would be very nice for these bags Tonie 😀

[@TKOrchids]

You're a great teacher, thank you for sharing. I think if I make my own Market Bag, I will be more inclined to use it! I'm going to try this bag!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much 😀

[@angryenvironmentalist]

So inspired and excited to upcycle fabrics into grocery bags. THANKS!!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Your welcome Evan😃

[@mildredjohnson3673]

Thankyou so much very simple but beautiful will certainly try as i do have a heap of upholstery pieces

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You can do it Mildred! I use plain cotton as well for these bags

[@sandraclaramount7081]

God bless you your business and family🌈😀👏 Creative woman Congrats!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much Sandra!☺

[@redmarilynn]

An excellent straightforward and easy to follow tutorial. Thank you so very much - from London UK.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome!😀

[@vorahstory8528]

Oh nice to see a Aussie

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Vorah 😁

[@jeanettebuckman830]

Glad to see some one is still making these. I use to make them and sell at markets in Victoria about 14 years ago . I used furnishing fabric like you but I also lined mine and added a pocket to in side . Just wash in washing machine .

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Very cool! I line some as well, but they're so much quicker this way 😀😀

[@veenaswamy749]

Thank u so much sweet heart for sharing in stitching the bag❤️

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

My pleasure 😊

[@margaretboyce2673]

I just came across this channel. What a great Tutorial 👍. You reminded me so much of myself, I would do exactly how you stitches and just how you think, I do the same. Always thinking of the Customers and aiming to Please.. People always tells me I put too much into my work! I tell them I want money like anyone, but what I loved more is giving Quality Products. I don't sow that much now, but when I use to, Big Stores would want to buy from me, but want to give me nothing for High Quality Products, talking about Over Head lol 😆. I used to make Panties/ Bras / Clothes and many more. Now I am doing Cards / Beautiful Pieces like Home Decors etc. And again a Big Hit.. I Love your Quality for what you do and thinking of your Customers. Oh! And Quality work Always Speaks for itself. One person Buys, Tells some one or someone sees it and you don't even have to advertise.. Beautiful Tutorial 👍🙏❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Margaret 🌝

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

You are absolutely delightful to listen to and learn from. I just need to interpret the measurements to "American", but that shouldn't be too hard, and I am making this bag several times over. Thank you.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Cynthia. 1 yard x 1/2 yard will do for the fabric. Fold top edges x 1 inch. I'm mentioning both metric and imperial measurements in my videos now🤗

[@SparkiMcSparks]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I just found a good little sewing machine at a thrift store and figured that was the best way to go considering I don't know how to use one yet! Market bags were something I wanted to start with and your bags are gorgeous! I can't wait to learn to use my Necchi!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Hope you make lots of lovely items with your new machine. Happy sewing!!

[@vivianramsay2527]

Ember, best wishes on your entry to sewing! The Necchi was my favorite machine back in the 70's .Made all my clothes and some for the kids too! Such a sturdy machine! Hope you have good use of it! Just one warning about sewing....its very addictive and you will find yourself constantly putting other chores aside in order to sew!!🤣🤣 Enjoy! Have fun! You'll never dream how creative you are!!🤩🤩

[@gelinaformanes4148]

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[@sherrybradshaw5099]

Thank you for your videos. What do people NEED that we could make to sell.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's the million dollar question Sherry 🤣🤣 I wish I knew

[@evelynbrodberg4303]

you make it look so easy

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

They are very easy Evelyn🙂

[@margaretdevries8090]

Thank you , very nice and you explain what and why as you sew! Here it is getting the material and webbing for handles at a decent price to make it worth your while to sell . But they sure are sturdy shopping bags and make a nice gift …

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Margaret. They sure do make great gifts 😀

[@veenaswamy749]

Hi Very nice tutorial very simple easy to follow the instructions.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Veena 😀

[@katrinagibson9467]

I love the way you've made it so simple. I'm going to try your tips. I love sewing and I'm going to make grocery bags to sell now.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's great Katrina😁

[@ameliamartinez3687]

@@ChristinesHomeAffairs aà are W@2@

[@dianashandmadecreations7348]

I was just giving a box of this type fabric not sure what I was going to use it for but now I do, thank you for this tutorial!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You’re very welcome Diana 😊 Happy sewing!!

[@catherinekuennen7970]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. PURCHASED A ROLL OF UPHOLSTERY FABRIC FOR 5 DOLLARS. ORDERED STRAPPING FROM AMAZON AND I HAVE PLENTY OF RIBBON. FABRIC IS PLAIN COLOR AND HOPE TO PAINT ON THE BAGS. FRIEND NEEDS EXTRA MONEY SO WE WILL MAKE YOUR BAGS AND SHE CAN SELL THEM FOR PROFIT. YOU ARE WONDERFUL AND SO KIND.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a wonderful idea Catherine. Happy sewing! Just a side note on the ribbon. I no longer add them as most don't use the loops at checkout any more. I'll save you some time too😀

[@Tessienz]

Great idea for fabric that might otherwise go to waste or landfill. Thinking a twin needle would save you a lot of time. 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Twin needle will give two rows at top but only one underneath. As it's furnishing fabric, I like it a bit more secure. Good idea for cotton fabric 😀

[@soniaadams3559]

Beautiful video Thank you for sharing this with us Blessings to you and your family 🙏🙏🙏

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so kind, thank you 😀

[@helenbeebe6561]

I just found you and your many videos on U-tube. I’m goes to make a some of these bags to sell Mothers Day weekend at an annual flea market and also at our local farmers market. Thank you for sharing your many talents with us on this and your many other videos. I’m a BIG FAN!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Helen. Hope your market is a roaring success 😀

[@manuela1859]

Thank you very much for this tutorial, super to understand for me. I don't understand english very well, but this was super to hear and to see 👍and good ideas to make the bag safe for many heavy things. 👍super.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You're very welcome Manuela 😀

[@jaws842]

I love the way you explain everything. I’ll be trying these bags soon. Have lots of fabrics to use up.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's great Jaws. Happy sewing!! 😀

[@joanebrink7554]

Thanx for sharing, really like your method of sewing, i use french seams to close my bags and the top hem is always so thick at the sides, will try your method now. Greetings from South Africa

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Joanne. I still use French seams on some bags when the fabric frays too much🙂

[@jkelley431]

Thank you so much!!!! What a great tutorial. You are so very talented.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you so much!

[@brandi8539]

As a check out chick ( cashier operator) thank you for thinking of the small loops. So many bags are given to me to pack and most are just annoying to work with. Those loops or even a slit, large button hole, is so helpful. I’m timed on how fast I get the customers out. Fussing over bags annoy me lol

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Yay, you're the first check out chick that I've heard of that use the loops. I used to be one as well for many years. Most of the operators these days don't know how to use the loops 😀

[@dgghh5001]

Made it simple, neat and very easy to sew

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Dg🙂

[@denasullivan4134]

Thank you again, for another clear tutorial! I am preparing for my first craft fair, I will probably make a few of these bags for the sale. I also made a bunch of the tea towels from one of your other tutorials. Wish me luck!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Good luck Dena. Hope it's a success for you 🙂

[@melodie155]

These are wonderful. Our Wal-Mart is discussing the possibility of discontinuing the use of their plastic bags so this will come in really handy. I love the color of fabric you used in the video. ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Melodie. I just re-did this video last week as a batch sewing tutorial with some time saving techniques 😀

[@guadalupeblakey9926]

Enjoyed it, thank you. And do easy

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Guadalupe😀

[@margaretswann6805]

Thank you for your video. You did great! I’m new to sewing but you’ve inspired me to try.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's great Margaret. Don't forget to enjoy yourself along the way 🙂😄

[@NinaMaa387]

Thank you ! You make fantastically great videos - LOVE !

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Nina 🙂

[@vernahernon8559]

Great video. Just what I was looking for

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Verna 😁

[@mareehenry5456]

OMG! Absolutely awesome tutorial! Greta work!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Maree😀

[@lrhardwick]

Thank you so much for sharing. I am Canadian and I am actually making a few of these bags for my daughter who lives in Spotswood , VIC, Australia. I am adding heat transfer vinyl to each side of each bag. Thanks again.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's sounds great Linda. Spotswood is only 90min from here😁

[@artwithheart3142]

Love it! So very helpful and you are very relatable. I’m a quick process sewer too, I get put off watching other tutorials that are fussy. But I will give this project a go. 😊

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Awesome Art! Thank you!😀

[@geraldinepugh7111]

Really enjoyed the video, you explained how to make the bag easily and didn’t rush, so had time to think about it. Will definitely be making myself and my family a fold up shopping bag. Thank you for your time. Geraldine South Wales

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Geraldine. Happy sewing! 😊

[@niafabutoliver3097]

I like your bags I am going to make some for my family thank you for sharing peace and blessings.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's great Niafabu. Happy sewing! 😀

[@TheCazza1952]

Hi christine. Would you have a tutorial for them bowl cosy.your are different to what I've seen.cheers carolyn

[@mklilita]

I love your expandable bags. I made one for my daughter for ballet. I'm thinking of selling some to other ballet mums! Easy and they can fit so much in them. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I hope you don't mind me selling them. I wish I could show you a photo!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's wonderful Lilly, and of course I don't mind you selling them. Good on you! I'd love to see pics of your products too, you should be able to email me at [e-mail]

[@donteatthesoap8196]

Thank you! I am teaching my grandkids to sew and this will be a great project for them.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a fabulous idea 🙂

[@lindasewell1810]

Very nicely done. Love the extra attention to detail. The fray check is a very nice touch.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you very much!

[@barbschueller4027]

Enjoyed your video very much. Thanks for sharing this with everyone. Going to make these soon. I usually Google to get American measurements.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Barb. I'll redo this video with imperial measurements very soon 😀 You can also leave out the loops. They were for the checkout, but they don't seem to use them

[@mariavega9440]

EXCELLENT..THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING ❤

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Maria🙂

[@womensarmycorpsveteran2904]

I make pretty much the same bag using feed sacks (it’s a woven plastic) I make the handles from that “fabric as well” they are very sturdy. I do French seams on the sides and double fold the top hem cuz it frays really bad. Also if something leaks or an egg breaks in the bag you just rinse it off. We have a few goats & chickens and that’s how I recycle the feed sacks. They have banned plastic shopping bags here in New Zealand & you have to pay for paper ones.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Love that! I rarely get access to feed bags, but did get almost 6 tonne of upholstery fabric. Still working through it all 😋

[@madelaine3209]

I would love your directions for a tablet bag but with 3 different attachments. 1-a regular handle to carry the tablet bag 2- a long strap to carry it as a shoulder bag 3- a wide strap across the middle of the back of the tablet bag so when I trolly my suitcase in the airport I can attach the tablet bag it to the long handle of my suitcase as I wheel the suitcase through the airport. Thank you!!!! PS hello from Texas, USA

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

That's a great idea Madelaine. I've added it to my list 😄

[@IMOO1896]

I love the story of how you acquire your fabric.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thank you Sandra. I'm still working through it all too😊

[@marlenefischer1782]

Hi . I'm So glad I watched your tutorial. So simple and easy . Thank you so much for sharing your expertise and knowledge with the beginners (like me) and the experts.. Well done.

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

Thanks Marlene 🙂

[@valeriethompson5799]

Thank you for your videos Christine ! I love to reuse anything I can find!!

[@ChristinesHomeAffairs]

You are so welcome Valerie😀