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Squares woven out of coffee bags can be used to make all kinds of baskets and bags. All you need to connect them is string (such as a gift wrapping string) and a needle or stick to thread the string through the hinges formed at the edges of the squares. Stunning bags and baskets woven out of coffee bags are unique, practical and durable. And of course a great way to recycle used coffee bags!
For the weaving you need:
- empty coffee bags (12 pcs)
- paper or cardboard
- a pen
- scissors
- clothespins or other clips
- durable wooden sticks or knitting needles
To join woven pieces, you need:
- string (e.g. gift wrapping string)
- a needle
- scissors
Video chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:10 Cutting the strips
00:49 Folding the strips
02:13 Weaving a corner piece
05:12 Arrangement of the pieces
05:43 Joining the pieces
07:22 Finishing the edge
07:50 Finishing the seams
09:57 Finished basket
Size of the strips: 15,3 x 10,7 cm
Width of the folded strip: ~3,6 cm
Size of the basket:
Height: ~ 7,5 cm
Base: ~ 15 x 15 cm
More info and instructions for coffee bag weaving in ruutupunontaa.fi/en/
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