Make A Tote Bag Using just TWO DOLLAR TREE PLACEMATS! dollar tree hack 🌟GENIUS🌟

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

THANKS FOR WATCHING. If you are viewing this video for the first time, PLEASE read through the comments before leaving a question. Chances are high that your question has been asked in the comments and a response provided. My bag was able to carry the weight of my two iPad Pros, my phone and a few other items. Your weight experience with your bag might differ. ALSO, please make sure you are checking the description box for product links. Enjoy😀

[@auntcookie8138]

Beautiful

[@candyjohnson7966]

Love this bag. It would make a great gift filled with pasta, sauce, cheese and a wooden spoon!

[@rosevalerio5863]

Great idea! And the other one can be filled with coffee items such as coffee, creamer, a coffee mug, etc...

[@MsCoopersCoop]

Great idea

[@lataundraardoin6719]

@@MsCoopersCoop I thought the same thing!

[@lataundraardoin6719]

I Love it👍🏾

[@kimberlydavenport2972]

Oh yeahhh!!! What a great idea !!!

[@joycejones4526]

This is the best! What a nice tote for housewarming gift. Bottle of wine, loaf of bread,and block of cheese. Thank you Posh Lady!🤗

[@ruthscott5166]

Great Bag! I think you could easily add a pocket inside with another piece of that 3rd placemat. Good job.

[@mariguel2011]

I had to watch this video twice to believe my eyes. You are incredibly talented. Many blessings.

[@huskerbeck1]

I just made my first bag from this tutorial today and I love how it turned out!! I used the "when live gives you lemons make lemonade" placemats. Of course, it only took me 3 hours - LOL! Can't wait to make more and maybe get a wee bit faster. Thank you for a wonderful video.

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Great job Becky!

[@rhondacw777]

I made mine last weekend, took me 3 hours too lolol but I got It!! I used the Plant Smiles, Grow Laughter, Harvest Love placemat. Gonna make another one tomorrow :-)

[@PrideP8]

I am going to Dollar Tree and buy every place mat they have! This is really classy and practical. You did it again, Sherry!!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Go get ‘em Peggy😀😀😀😀😀

[@debbiefriedt7264]

I bought 2 of each design DT had. Going back for more! I really like the wine and the blue placemats at DT.

[@acm8056]

save some for me

[@tammyfromtheblock6331]

@@debbiefriedt7264 me too.

[@albertamiddleton4038]

I am thinking the same thing. Lol

[@libest1125]

Mrs. Posh Paper MacGyver is at it again. I can’t wait. I’m prepared to be amazed yet again!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Don't forget to check out tomorrow's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@stampingwithapurpose139]

@@ThePoshPaperLady Awesome job Ms. Sherry

[@MsPieore]

😂😂😂

[@elizabethmace6679]

This is such a great idea! I can see using the kids place mats an making it as a gift bag for a teacher. I am sad to hear of the negative comments on your channel. Your format is not a political one that would generate that kind following. You do a great job you just keep being you.

[@tracitacoface1531]

Amazing...😳 the creative fun never stops!!!! You blow my mind. 🙏🏼 thaaaaank you🙋🏻‍♀️

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

You are so welcome!

[@patriciavandinter9355]

Sherry, I made about 12 of these totes for my friends. Everyone loved them. The only downfall is the handles, they break easily if they are bent a lot. I fixed my daughter ‘s with some cord I bought at the dollar store. I used my smallest circle die and pounded it against a metal base to cut the holes in the bad. Then I put the cord through the hole and tied a knot. Wrapped regular scotch tape around the ends to keep the cord from unraveling. My daughter loves the cord handles.

[@arlycesuedel6518]

Genius!! I swear that watching you put pieces together is like watching choreography!! Love this bag!!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you so much Arlyce!!

[@migdaliacolon8368]

She is very methodical and clear in her instruction like an "old school"teacher that knows what she is doing, but also knows how to convey it...I can watch her videos repeatedly ❤

[@SunShine-zy9vj]

I agree that's Genius.

[@jewels7139]

I can’t wait for the Christmas placements come out. This will be perfect for Christmas gifts. I love giving reusable shopping bags for Gifts. Thank y’all so much for sharing. Jewels 💎

[@rejoiceinallthangs]

great suggestion!!

[@kc1875]

Love that idea!!!

[@sarahwaters8262]

Great idea- what a nice addition to a birthday gift.

[@kindladyw.7466]

If I were you I would start some now. You can do different colors and decor

[@updownstate]

All holiday theme items come out so early we can make plenty beforehand. And you can't have too many tote bags. And these will be great for when you discover you need an inexpensive-but-not-cheap gift for someone.

[@coloradocreating3491]

Sherry I can’t find the words to explain my excitement and to praise you on this absolutely gorgeous beautiful tote bag. This is such an awesome tutorial. You have won the award for the best artist. Thank you for all you share and teach. I am serious you deserve recognition for the best channel. You have my vote. Raquel

[@allisonyeager3269]

Love, love, love this! Thank you!

[@darm.8172]

AMEN!!! And For Her Selflessness...For Real...FR!!! ✝️💜😍

[@lucilledaniels5812]

Thank you so much for the idea on the placemats I had so much fun working on those I sent my friends home with a couple of them.

[@vickiemeisinger9632]

So VERY CLEVER & BEAUTIFUL as well as FUNCTIONAL.... OK ladies try not to rush out and buy everything for yourself… Because kind and leave something for someone else♥️♥️♥️

[@pambaran9103]

Years ago when I was a girl scout leader we made them out of construction paper for mothers day gifts. Wish I knew that idea back then. Love it very much. You are so inspiring. Thanks for being a God's blessing.

[@shadowbeagle]

Theses are perfect to take a sandwich, a book, a drink, and some sunscreen to the park or beach. Not to mention looking oh so Posh doing it! Love it! I’ll have to make a few.

[@j.parrish385]

I've enjoyed your video today and shared it. This placemat bag kinda puts me in the mind of how we used to cover our books with paperbags, * yes I've dated myself LOL LOL LOL because this was before large companies furnished book covers to schools in the 60s* and we skillfully used brown paper bags, scissors and tape. That was arts and crafts for us. LOL thank you for bringing back those good memories. 🙂😎💕

[@znycelondon5313]

Now this one right here..... 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥰

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

😀😀😀😀😀

[@BbBb-dt1vk]

When I saw this video I knew God gave you blessed hands. My sister and I are going to do you proud. Praise God for you and know that you are blessed. Please do more things with placemats. Be blessed.

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you so much. You too!

[@marinapicard4714]

You know what time it is? At my place it's 02.40 in the middle of the night!!! Being full moon tonight -- and I never sleep during full moon!! Thus enjoying your wonderful ideas!!!!!! Tks for your ideas!!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Oh wow!

[@jessicabailey6792]

Seems like they'd be great as magazine holders or a modern way to store files, too.

[@The_torero]

That's what I thought too. They'd be a stylish way to store things.

[@gayle1055]

I’m thinking of a beach bag woohoo or a large lunch bag for the park too.

[@trulyblessed.]

This is the most clever thing I have ever seen. I love it!! I don’t have a score board or tape or a snaps kit, but I feel I really must go out and get them. These will be super cool gifts!!!

[@tonyadoggett]

You give great instructions with a very calm voice. Thanks for not using music…

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

You’re welcome Tonya😊 Here is another tutorial you might enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@teerich2011]

Just saw those placemats at Dollar Tree and bought one. Almost every day I look at the coffee one I think of this video!

[@diamondd.6328]

Great instructional video, no extra yakking! Clear directions and a good view point. I want to make on now! 🤣

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

For those of you wondering why I said two placemats are needed for this project instead of the three “you” think are needed, please see this scrap video and all should become clear to you kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKuTmGtmrqtjfK8 ⭐️⭐️⭐️ALSO, Reinforcing the top and bottom side panels of your bag will give you added support for additional weight. My bag did not have any problems supporting four pounds, but please do your own test to determine your weight limits. Remember quality tape is the key, and double stick carpet tape is AWESOME😀😀

[@charlotte3231]

Thanks for that tip, too! :)

[@dottieward6506]

Very clever and so cute

[@tammyporter2917]

Awesome

[@valeriej.clanton8400]

Thank you for sharing you gift. These are stunning bags! I love them.

[@maureenwessling9241]

I'm going to use Love has four paws Beautiful ! I wish I could find When Life/gives u lemons Lemons/ make lemonade

[@pamelagruppi2395]

I can’t begin to tell u how glad I am that I found u!!! I make junk journals, and usually watch those, but u come up w the most awesome and unusual items!! And u explain all your steps SO thoroughly!! I could watch u ALL day!! Thank u for putting SO much effort into your videos to share your unique talents w the rest of us!!!💗💗💗

[@terilynn1071]

So simple but what an impact it gives with just placemats!! EPIC deal!!!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

You are so kind Terrilyn!!!

[@alisonfink474]

Don't you just love Dollar Tree! We have such a variety of placemats to choose from, Crafting Tools available, AND the double sided tape! I haven't seen the rivets, but I haven't been looking for them. My home store does have yarn. Sweet project!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Yes! Thank you!

[@annsowers4591]

How wonderful. This would be ideal for Bridesmaid gift bags. Love it!

[@pammoreton9550]

I made another one! Viewers, if you haven't made one, you must. It's so fun and easy! This one is a birthday gift, and I know she'll be thrilled. I used the coffee themed foam-backed placemat and made a card in coordinating colors.

[@clovisperkins7138]

Sherry, you have did it again. Those bags are beautiful.

[@nadineoliver2352]

I like both of them.

[@patriciagranillo4927]

I have made three and gave them as a gift one for my 90 year old auntie and she love it and one for my friend ho came from Misery. She love the bag and they were very happy. Thank you so much.😀❤

[@nancysonleitner3598]

Sherry I like a few of the placemats you’ve been using. I especially like the blue one with flowers.

[@MommaMaeMae]

I have genuinely enjoyed the placemats projects but this one is absolutely my favorite. You have absolutely outside yourself Sherry ❤️

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Don't forget to check out tomorrow's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@ennmac]

This looks so robust. Thanks for the tip about carpet sticky tape.

[@ritaking8827]

I love this woman! She is a genius!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Don't forget to check out tomorrow's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@celiamitchell4969]

Oh my goodness how cute! I found you accidentally and this is something I'm going to make for myself. Thank you for sharing your talent and your skill

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Welcome to my channel Celia! Don't forget to check the description for valuable information. I am attaching a playlist that might be helpful. kzbin.info/aero/PLYkzy7CwEmzb5z4blannOwFDGRHMB-BUW

[@karenwalker1255]

I've only recently discovered your channel and love how you take time to explain directions. This time I wrote out nearly every word you said and will go back to add screen shots to save them the instructions. I knew the moment you showed what you were creating that I'd love making some for mys. I'll go back and watch the entire video a few more times before attempting my own. Sending so much love from Karen in Missouri!

[@karenwalker1255]

*making some for myself and for gifts.

[@nickibair999]

That is too cute!! I am a quilter and seeing that plus thinking about also adding in cloth and pockets on the inside? What a really neat idea all around!!

[@Usdukes]

Sherry, this bag is definitely a keeper! So stinking cute! What amazing craft are we going to have next? You are a amazing, lady! 10⭐️💕💕💕

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Don't forget to check out tomorrow's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@susanspisak65]

I think my favorite may be the blue coffee one….. I do love the little chubby chef! That would make a terrific theme gift tote complete with some spaghetti, sauce, bottle of wine!!! I want to definitely make something with a child’s placemat … tote bag for something

[@GypsyTheGoatOnTube]

Of all the dollar item crafts I've watched this is the classiest. Would totally gift these

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Awesome Cynthia!! Don't forget to check out today's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@karenhawkins1275]

You amaze me! I love this bag!!! The Italian chef scene is so cute!!! I have some coffee ones I am going to do. Can not wait!!!

[@donnaraebenz3664]

My first watch with you. You’re a really good teacher instructor. Thank you. 💕🙏🔥💕

[@janetznyski4941]

I LOVE THEM!! THANK YOU FOR.SHARING! Your creativity in designing and demostrating skills are awesome. More please! I would add 4 rivet heads (one per corner) to the outside bottom corners to keep the bottom clean and scratch/ scuff free when you place tote down. Longevity protection.

[@priscillafrye2951]

Ms Posh, your nails matching your cutting mat are on point!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Oh thank you!

[@sharengutafson5060]

OMG! I watched your video on rude comments. My word! I was almost in tears! Please don’t let the words of small minded people get to you! (I heard that quote the other day). You and your channel are amazing. I get so thrilled when I watch your videos. You do a great job AND I absolutely love your crafts. If something bothers me about someone or something on their screen I just live with it or scroll on. I found myself wanting to comment on someone’s video that they have the camera too high and the wall plug was distracting me. Haha It is what it is and I just let it go.

[@deannapapp2307]

This is the best one yet. Can't wait to make many. Thank you for showing us how to make and sharing your talent with us. Can't wait to see what you make next. Thank you.

[@Danielle-nz9tn]

Sherry, watching you work and listening to you talk is very grounding for me!! You do such a beautiful job in everything you make explain everything you do so clearly and thoroughly. Your videos are also excellent quality. Most of all, I love your creative ideas. You are so inspiring!!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you so much Danielle!

[@BrendaBodwin]

These are great! I have to order some supplies, but, I'm going to make myself one of these and a matching clutch bag. I just love these. I may make some friends and family one too. I love reusable shopping bags, and this would be perfect for picking up a few items. Love them. 😁❤

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Sounds great Brenda!

[@bettyrichardson3173]

An Empowering idea done effortlessly UNIQUE. . .

[@gloriarice5023]

Absolutely amazingly talented ☺️ beautiful Queen 👑❤️!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you so much!!

[@kiiwiispice]

I will order a case from their website to have on hand & we can actually use in place of the retail bag...you ANSWERED a prayer I had NOT prayed yet!!!

[@BeckyA59]

These are amazing, so cute! I love how well you explain and demonstrate everything.

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you so much BeckyA59!

[@branditeems7613]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS!!!! CANNOT WAIT TO GIVE IT A TRY!!!!

[@deniseprice1850]

Me too!!!!!🤗👜👛

[@TexasRosary]

Your work is very beautiful and Kudos to you for using the "can" word!

[@gailborden837]

Super cute !!! I absolutely love it !! Great job. The birds chirping in the background is so beautiful to listen to...❤❤

[@kiiwiispice]

Yessssss Sherry! Thankkkk youuu for this project! We needed free gifts that were not our products && this is P-E-R-F-E-C-T!

[@craftycrab63]

Thank you Posh for this great creation! You are such a creator of fantastic, useful items. I watched your video this morning and by the afternoon I was at my local dollar store to buy some placemats. This evening I made my first tote bag. Thanks for the inspiration. I took your idea up a notch by adding a front pocket and a latch to keep the tote bag closed.

[@mzannetta]

Thanks for the awesome tutorial. I went with the “Plant Smiles, Grow Laughter, Harvest Love” turquoise one as that’s my favorite color and used double sided carpet seam tape from Home Depot. Next one I do, I’ll try to add the handle one before piecing it all together; found it a bit challenging adding the eyelets once it was all folded. Thanks again! 👍🏽

[@helengriffin3141]

I love it

[@helengriffin3141]

I went to homedepot and bought the tape it was very wide didn't work 😒, can I buy it any where else? And the little studs ,I'm excited about making,have everything else. Thank you very much

[@CultJam999]

@@helengriffin3141 If you hit the arrow to drop down the video details then in the 3rd paragraph is the link to the her Amazon store and the products used in the video. You can order the scrappy tape there. Hope that helps. ~💜🌻

[@aliceburroughs8472]

You are truly a woman with a gift. God has blessed your hands tremendously. You really know your stuff. Thank you for sharing your gift with me, I am learning a lot. I have started paper crafting because of you and I am truly enjoying myself. Thanks again and may God forever bless you…..💕

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

You are very welcome Alice!!!!

[@jjournaldiva]

Brilliant idea! Perfect for stuffing with goodies for mothers day!

[@love2craft545]

Loving these Sherry, please keep them coming!

[@victoriamoos8844]

Such a cute idea! Thank you for sharing! How brilliant- cute, stylish, practical and a necessity! You hit the top 4 of product production pieces! Love it- going to have to run to the dollar store tomorrow now!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@marisolwheeler7873]

Love 💕 the placemat tote, genius idea!!

[@beverlyalexander7076]

I will definitely be making this tote bag as Christmas gifts for my staff at work.

[@corteltube]

This will be great for my iPad Pro when I travel…easy to get in and out of. Love it.

[@5stardivade341]

I love love what you've done with this place mats.. I am most definitely going to try this, thank you for the inspiration, blessings..

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Have fun!!!

[@lindamorgan7568]

Fabulous! You instruct and display the placemats so clearly.

[@specialk8927]

I just went out and bought me some placemats today! Hope I do a good job as you! Thanks for sharing!❤️

[@roseannamarotta5864]

I just found your channel and I am so happy I did.. This Tote is exactly what I need to make in my craft class with some senior ladies. Thank you for sharing your creations with us all.

[@rosemarycarrasquillo7111]

Thank you for sharing this idea. I could make a few of these and give them to three of my students who are in middle school age and are discovering themselves as young ladies and learning about makeup and fashion in their own way. Thanks again.

[@lisamoore1117]

Thank you Sherry for this wonderful tutorial, adorable tote. I made my first one and I added some finishing touches to the straps. The reason I did was because I got a little crack in the vinyl so I wanted to cover it . I used some pretty fabric to them. I’m pleased ! 💕

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Wonderful Lisa!

[@terihandrick2333]

This is absolutely adorable and useful. I love the chef mat. Every time I see it at DT I think what can I do with that! You knocked it out of the park. Great bag for quick run to the store, glam up your office space (file folders), paper stash. The options are endless, if the dimensions work out! Excellent idea!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Don't forget to check out tomorrow's tutorial!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkfZSfjZKJj6s

[@alwaysgabbing]

LOVE! LOVE! LOVE THIS BAG! I love this series. Thank you so much for all the work you do to make these tutorials. 💜

[@bevmcgonagle6765]

Your intructions are so easy to folow. Love your videos.

[@charlirobinson1548]

Who knew?!!! This is such a clever idea! So cute!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

thank you Charli😀

[@melinda2286]

Love these bags. Your instructions seem so simple to follow, I can't wait to make my own. Thank you. 💖

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Have fun with it Melinda!!!

[@pennyyoung2678]

I love the coffee one, because I drink enough coffee in a day. DT is running out in my area.

[@penniel7072]

I think this one is my favorite Sherry! I am going to add a pocket inside and maybe outside too! ♥️♥️

[@theresa_lili]

That would be a great seller at craft sales. Would make great gift bags.

[@dianajones2441]

I love these , great gifts for a very reasonable price and fun to make. Now I am going to have to buy three of every design and start making these. I might even see if my husband will sell them at our booth at the flea market.

[@janwright3003]

AWE-SOME!! I will definitely be making some of these bags! Then I'll wait for the "WHERE did you get that CUTE bag?" reaction when I carry mine around. How excited you must be when you're creating stinkin' cute-ness! 😀

[@charmainevalentine1718]

Looking forward to seeing this 💕 “stinkin cute” Sherry you’re very creative 💕💕.

[@mamabearlovesbts6087]

Wow... I love this, was thinking about making some for my Sisters as one of their gifts. I can select a placemat to match their personalities.

[@MommyofCEA]

Found you by searching Dollar Tree Crafts. I am in love with these bags. Genius!

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you!!!!

[@Jadefox2716]

What?????? Absolutely fabulous, beautiful and functional. Thank you for sharing .

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you!

[@preciouschild1725]

This is so neat! Thank you for sharing this tutorial! 👏🏼I ordered my supplies to make it.

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Have fun!

[@LBJ6362]

Oh my word, these are so dang cute!

[@lindaallen7283]

I can’t wait to try this! A perfect way to present each wrapped Christmas gift!?!

[@EL-lt4ms]

The coffee bag is my favorite...They are gorgeous ❤

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you E L! Welcome to my channel!!!

[@jairyde]

I am speechless!!!! I am a crafter who LUVS the Dollar Tree and never thought about doing this but I will now!!!! Amazing!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@ThePoshPaperLady]

Thank you Jairyde, You are going to love it !

[@jairyde]

@@ThePoshPaperLady I'm sure I will!

[@bethcatt7919]

When I was a kid I made bags out of quilted placemats from the family dollar store

[@Zuxiasunicorn]

Cool, they were versatile. I made purses from them selling quite a few.

[@sharitawilliams-burrus3866]

We did that in 4H

[@natalieperitore9304]

That's a great idea too

[@Danielle-nz9tn]

I love these bags! Have you ever tried to create cube-shaped storage bins from these placemats? I think those would also be super cute and functional. :)

[@MyraNagy]

I bought the finger knife because of watching you. Thanks.

[@northernbunny9894]

Never thought about using 🤔 these kinds of mats. Pretty cool.and love little character on the bag/ tote.

[@tammyernst5461]

I can't wait to do this, I went to the dollar tree today and got some But how do you keep the lines straight. You make it look easy to i'm afraid my lines will be crooked

[@erindixon2877]

If necessary, you can use a plastic ruler that you can tape down with the placemat under it to keep it steady and straight.

[@lindaowens65]

I'm going to make more so I cut a piece of a placemat 2.5" by the width of the placemat so I can just line it up score and cut.