Make Legal Shopping Bags With Me ~ Beginner Tote Bgs

Make legal shopping bags with me, it's so easy! Are plastic shopping bags illegal in your state, county or city? Use your DIY skills to make these easy legal shopping bags and I use left over, sale & recycled fabric! Watch this video and you can make legal shopping bags with me!! This tutorial includes all the measurements & supply list for you to make a legal shopping bag, becuase you wouldn't want to shop with an illegal one would you?
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[@AnitaSouthall]

I started my new small business directly because of the plastic bag ban nearly 7 years ago in Western Australia. I've lost count now of the number of bags I've made. Some simple ones I now set aside to donate to community groups and charities. Making bags has saved my life.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thad a great story! Way to go Anita 👍🏼😍 I wish you continued success. 🥰❤️🐥

[@melissarey2973]

I made myself a set of fabric grocery bags 15 years ago. Pro Tip: if you do fabric handles instead of webbing like she shows, the handles last longer if you press them well after each wash. Crumpled straps wear out fast.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

These young millennials that don’t iron are missing out, lol. Thanks for watching my channel Melissa.😊❤️🐥

[@melissarey2973]

@sisterchicksquilting Young people these days are generation Z, aka zoomers. Millennials, like me, are in our 40s and are tired of getting lumped in with the younger generation.

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

These have been the thing for a long time in oz. The goverment changed the law. Make sure to sew a box with an x in it to hold your handles secure. Sew it to the wider seam allowance inside to hide it? They are the first to go under the pressure, you may need a slightly longer bit on each side, and sew another row about 1/2" down to stabilise the top? Some handles are sewn down to the floor on all four ends. Another fabric is canvas or stronger curtain fabric, quilting cotton doesn't last forever with things that poke out, have you tried plasticating it?. We used to get plastic fabric (recent invention, not woven at all) for bags, they are breaking down now, about 15 years later. So the supermarkets are using hessian or canvas in some of the ones they sell, for strength. Cotton Gaberdine or drill (poly blend) are stronger too. And twill cotton tape around 1 1/2 or 2" wide, (thicker than cotton draw string tape) for handles with stuffing after sewing both sides together, or Before? Whatever works. The cold food bags, are better with a lid and zips, in our hot weather. Or you could put them under a car quilt? Woolies is adding thicker shoulder straps to them now as well, onto the ends. The bases get pretty dirty in the back of the car and on the floor at the bus stop, so a thicker dark base can be handy. The orphan block, with a lining makes a great flat pocket on the front, for papers? Can use a zip if you like. The "size" used in new fabric, keeps their shape better, so try not to wash them too often and starch when you do maybe? Another idea is an elastic loop on one end so you fold the base and handles up, roll from the other end and use the loop to keep them from opening up, all the time? Have fun.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for all the ideas, Kathleen and thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@cheryl121152]

Until 1973, my great grandmother kept our family in night gowns, aprons, and shopping bags. Well, fast forward 50 years and I think I will make some reusable bags from my son-in-law's old jeans with pockets on the inside and outside. BTW, I washed a reusable bag that I bought in Seattle on a trip from Missoula. The bag fell apart. Time to start making my own bags.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Kind of funny about the bag falling apart in the wash, 🤣. Good ideas using old jeans 👖 👍🏼😊. Thanks for the idea and die watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@quiltanon]

I just made a sewing machine carrying tote out of jeans...also have denim grocery bags that will never tear, rip, or fall apart

[@elizabethhostetter1946]

How about instead of putting the strap inside the top seam, wrapping it around the bottom of the bag - so that the effect is the straps are lifting the bag from the bottom? Wouldn't that be sturdier? Love box-bottoms, though. Love it when customers bring their own bags and they have box-bottoms. It makes bagging the groceries SO much easier! ;)

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Your ideas sound good, though I’ve never had an issue with one of my bags breaking or tearing. Yes, boxes bottoms do make them easier to use. Thanks for watching Elizabeth😊❤️🐥

[@suematcham6336]

I live in South Australia where these plastic bags have been banned since 2009, most drink containers , cans bottles etc have a deposit/ refund scheme. Single use plastic are now almost phased out in the last year. Bags for produce also going, people just take little net bags.People got used to taking their own bags very quickly. Composting containers are now very common instead of plastic. So we’ll done for nudging people to make a change.

[@AnitaSouthall]

South Australia very progressive, best wishes from Geraldton Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Sue, i hope these bags make even a little difference for you and others then. Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@carolcuming2152]

After making two oven mitts ( BBQ), for son in law. I found enough fabric left over to make a shopping bag to match when he goes to buy the goodies for the bbq. This will be a gift for our New Zealand summertime Xmas.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s a perfect gift👍🏼😊 I just made a bunch more. Thanks for watching 😊♥️😊

[@cindyreese1078]

I have never understood why everyone leaves the opening in the bottom of the lining to turn the bag. It doesn’t lay flat. I always leave it in the top. I know I am going to do a top stitch around the top which very neatly closes that hole. If I know it’s going to be used as a grocery bag I will do another top stitch close to the first one. I just personally think it makes my bags look more professional. Just my opinion.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s a good idea Cindy, I’ll try it next time. Thanks and thank you for watching😊❤️🐥

[@kathyschulz8028]

What a great idea! By using mens shirts, you can use ties for the handles. Another one is using T-shirts but be sure to a good stabilizer.

[@mamarobin19]

I make the t shirt bag

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Nothing more practical than a shopping tote! Now, in addition to fabric bags, I convert my bird seed bags into totes as well. Thrift store sheets (in good shape) are also great for linings as well as curtains or miscellaneous yard goods for the outer--and home dec weight all the more bonus.

[@msmonet]

Yes they make cute strong bags

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great minds 😊… My swimming bag is a converted chicken feed sack. Great ideas Leisa, TFW😊❤️🐥

[@nitababcock3977]

I just made new kitchen curtains & still have the old ones. Bingo, going to make bags tomorrow....well depending on what time it actually is lol

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Awesome! Enjoy your new kitchen curtain bags 👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@cheryl121152]

My great grandmother kept our family supplied with aprons, shopping bags, and big flowing nightgiwns. She never paid full price for her fabric. I still have one of her shopping bags that was made from upholstery fabric, made prior to 1972, as well as some aprons, full and half sizes. So you have given me some inspiration for some shopping bags. I also have some of my son-in-law's jeans that I want to make into some sturdy bags. Thanks for your video and inspiration!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Now it’s time to pick up your great grandmothers torch and carry on the tradition Cheryl 👍🏼😀 Glad I could offer summer inspiration. TFW😊♥️🐥

[@Roxanne-xx9nv]

I love these bags. I used the heavier weight decor fabric I found on clearance at Walmart. It works perfectly and didn’t need to line it.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s a great choice 👍🏼😍. TFW Roxanne 😊❤️🐥

[@barbaram6303]

I live in one of those states! They charge 25 cents per paper bag. (My County) So a bag is a lux item…so I do pay attention to making bags. Thanks !

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for paying attention to my video Barbara 😊❤️🐥❣️

[@deborahelburn4720]

The ban is to funny. Nearly everything in the grocery store is in, or wrapped in plastic, yet plastic bags are banner.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Yes, I agree. There a lot of ridiculous in the world today. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@barbaragoga3695]

I have been using my canvas bags for 35 years. I have made reusable bags for almost everyone I know. Ok. Maybe not everyone. But I’m working on it.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s awesome 😃! I bet you make other gifts as well. Thanks for watching❤️😊

[@Jen-CelticWarrior]

I go to thrift stores and garage sales to find table cloths, sheets, bed spreads, blankets, clothing, etc, and then I’ll use the fabric for projects. I’ll save buttons, zippers, etc. as well. Round table cloths can be cut in half or quarters and sewn/hemmed to make cute valances.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I love upcycling stories, they inspire me. Thanks for watching Jen😊❤️🐥

[@AWanderingEye]

If you opt to do merch for this channel definitely "pop a pin in it" has to be in there! You randomly showed up on my YT feed and I love your wit, humor, demeanor and that this project can be made with straight stitches only! I love how you take the fear and mystery out of the turning the bag through the lining, too! Great beginner project! TIA

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you very much😊. And a big welcome to my channel. Thank you for watching😊❤️🐥

[@destrygraves]

Great video. I have made bags before but I appreciate your tips. We are still able to use plastic bags from the store here. I use them in the trash cans. Only. It insures that the trash gets taken out often. I can adapt if they ever ban the plastic bags. I do bring my own bags. My grandsons go to a camp each summer at Seaworld and they learn about the impact plastic bags and packaging have on the creatures that live in the ocean. Everything brought into Seaworld must be something that can be reused. They shamed me into using recyclable bags when shopping. I learned within 3 months that I need to have designated bags for produce and meat and they must be washed often. I need long handles on my bags. If it can’t be easily carried over my shoulder I don’t use it. Tote bags, purses, everything must be that way. I like canvas bags. Or at least canvas on the bottom. TFS.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for watching Destry. Gotta love our grands 😃😃😃 The Engineer is putting our Hazel to bed right now. So glad for grandchildren😍😊❤️🐥

[@destrygraves]

@@sisterchicksquilting indeed Grands are in my top 5 of things to be grateful for, as are great grands. Di, I am always watching and I am grateful for the inspiration, insights, and humor that your videos are full of. (Sorry, my brain would not supply a substitute for humor that begins with an i). I don’t often comment. I always watch and I always like.

[@steelbutterflies]

Living in Canada, we have not had single use plastic bags in a very long time. Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial 👍

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome 😊👍🏼 Thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@janedoefrommo]

Funny how we can buy cheese, wrapped in plastic, milk in a plastic container, shampoo in plastic bottles, meat wrapped in plastic…but don’t you dare bring that all home in a plastic bag. Our priorities are all screwed up, in my opinion.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I didn’t realize how hot a topic this would be. I was presenting, in what I thought was a funny way, how to make a bag. I love my bags, they’re so useful for so many things. Sorry to offend and thank you for watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@janedoefrommo]

@@sisterchicksquilting oh, no ma’am. You did not offend me at all! I use reusable bags…a practice I picked up while serving in Europe. I just think it’s strange how the little bag is the offender when big business uses plastic in so much of their products.

[@tamaracherkashina525]

@@janedoefrommo That's to begin with Next step will be plastic containers for cheese and onetime used cups and bottles. I believe

[@dyanstoutenburg9974]

Plastics are made from different grades of material. That is why not all plastics are recyclable. I also read that thin bags can get caught in recycle machines and shut down production while someone has to clear machine of blockage.

[@AWanderingEye]

@@dyanstoutenburg9974 I think additionally the plastic bags are a litter hazard, while they do break down into particles eventually they can choke wildlife, too. The filmy plastics get sorted out and accepted here at WalMart and Target for recycling but who knows how much recycling happens (if there isn't a market for the material will it just go to the landfill)? So much better to use reusable materials that when they break down will genuinely breakdown (compostable) rather than just biodegrad. It is amazing the extent modern society utilizes the most precious commodities (i.e fossil fuel) for the most ludicrous objects (disposable anything). It's like we just didn't have on our thinking caps or imagined that there was a endless supply...Yes, I am being a bit sarcastic.

[@cathys949]

I made a huge bag with a silky nylon lining to carry our bed pillows when we travel. We always take our own pillows on road trips, and when we snow-bird for a month in the winter in a condo. It's open on the end instead of the top, and has a velcro closure. Keeps our pillows clean in the trunk! Love your ideas about piecing together leftover scraps to make a shopping bag!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

How creative Cathy 😊❣️. Thank you for loving my ideas😊❤️🐥

[@lauriedutcher5676]

I love the idea of gifting bags….i make quilts as wedding gifts…putting it in a coordinated bag would be an awesome way to present the gift quilt…no wasted gift wrap.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

The bag in the quilt is a great idea😊❣️ Thanks Laurie😊❤️🐥

[@CCard-zz3wl]

I use reusable bags. They are bigger, dont hurt my hands, I can carry them on my shoulders and I make less trips from the car to the house.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Awesome! reusable bags are the best, TFW 😊❤️🐥

[@AWanderingEye]

Can I say how refreshing it is to see a sewing project video that uses the words hem and seam properly! Definitely popping a pin in this channel!

[@dorothytackett9943]

Great tutorial. Love your sense of humor.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you Dorothy 👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@davidfleming4537]

I've used fabric bags for decades (back when some stores provided real cotton bags, which are still going strong). I also have made a number of different cotton bags because I don't like the bulky reusable, but still plastic/synthetic, bags that the stores now sell. Even so, I love love loved your tutorial! Some of the tips were inspiring, and you and the engineer are always helpful and entertaining! I think I need a Christmas fabric bag, right?! 😉Thank you! Donna

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Definitely! A set of Christmas bags to start using after Thanksgiving would be incredible. I want to join you and make myself some shopping Christmas bags, how fun would that be?!?! thanks for watching my videos and for the great idea.😊❤️🐥

[@davidfleming4537]

...and line the bagS ('cause now you have upped the challenge to a *set*! 😂) with general fabric so they can be turned inside out and used the other 11 months of the year! 😉😄Really enjoy your channel!! @@sisterchicksquilting

[@angelamcgovern1525]

Plastic bags were banned in the uk years ago, have to take your own bags when you go clothes shopping unless you want to pay for a bag

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It’s that way so many places in the world, so I sure hope these bags help. Thank you for watching my channel.😊❤️🐥

[@fransak2723]

I like the idea of making seasonal shopping backs with so much fun quilting fabric in my stash. I’ve made them with the prequilted fabric too.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great ideas, seasonal bags would be so much fun. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@katielin2379]

My grocer was selling the fabric bags for 0.99 cents. Couldn't pass up that deal.Those definitely are beautiful bags, useful for so much.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you so much, Katielin😍. tfw😊❤️🐥

[@-fred]

Laundry baskets are extremely awkward for me, as I use a walker. I made a bag to sit on it's seat, filling the space between it's handles and backrest. Just the right size for a load or two. The bag's handles are just long enough for me to pick it up one-handed and sling it to where I want it to be. Now I need a couple more.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Your story brings memories to me of my mom. She wanted to be independent so I walked next to her while she put her small laundry basket on the seat of her walker filled with her laundry. I would love the opportunity to walk with her to the laundry room again. Thank you for bringing this sweet memory to me with your comment🥰 And thanks for watching my channel 😊🌺🐥

[@awa1179]

These are perfect! Add a snap Or Velcro to the bag w insulbright to help keep the cold trapped inside the bag. Thanks for a great video.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I thought of Velcro after it was finished, I guess it’s not too late. Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@frannicat]

I have tons of bags from Ikea, TJMaxx, Marshall's but b/c it's an addiction I make more out of cloth or nylon. The trick is remembering to put them in my fannypack when I get out of car to shop...lol...Thanks for the ideas & keeping the mood light. I have a snap press so I may make some sturdy but lightweight bags with closures.❤❤❤

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re right Fran, remembering them is the trick!🤣 Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

In oz we can't buy, sell, or use plastic bags, or incandescent light bulbs unless you still have a stock to use at home, they have a limited shelf life too. Replacing bulbs is terrible, you can have leds, which do not shed light very far at all, or flourescent, which emits uv rays, causing cancers, inside your house. They must have banned the heat producing original bulbs before they researched the alternatives, to find out which actually was worse. As an alt to plastic bags, the supermarkets make and sell non woven bags, which are designed to break down, so we have to replace them too. We are using non plastic cutlery for takeaway, it's bamboo, which is not pleasant in the mouth, and takes much longer to break down. Paper straws, to stop working while you drink. We are dealing with the no sugar fanatics, who put worse more destructive chemicals in drinks than sugar. The guy who demonstrated sugar on tv here, used coke a cola, not a drink with just sugar, for effect. How does sugar have the same effect as caffeine, that was a bad test. It's Nuts

[@kendranewton9071]

Great idea, I love making these for gifts. This way the gift is wrapped and they get a reusable gift bag.

[@dannymiller2704]

You could use old sheets for the loning of the bags. Also old towels inside for your old foods.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Good ideas for supplies, thank you 👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@sherrielund-wd1if]

I just use a light or medium weight drop cloth from menards 4ft x 5ft you can get 4 or 5 from it depending on size.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s a great source for bags, thanks😊❤️🐥

[@princessfrances132]

Aloha from Hawaii!!! 🌈🌈‼️. Great bag. Very useful for Beach when not shopping for food!!! Hawaii has banned plastic for more than 10 years already!!! Maui county has banned it for 20 years!!! This bag could be the answer to that thing called Christmas shopping!!!! And…. The Engineer ‘s running commentary is so amusing!!!🤣🤣‼️

[@sisterchicksquilting]

👋 Aloha Princess. Tire right, they are great gifs also. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

In the U.K. I think we more of less reuse our plastic ones til they fall apart, but the shops still sometimes offer the thin plastic type. Most people bring their own now. I haven't used those thin plastic ones in years, and make my own out of whatever I have at hand.

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

I love how you teach!

[@Stoffmonster467]

I sewed about 100 bags out if old curtains and tablecloth.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for watching my channel 😊❤️🐥

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you, hugs 🤗❤️🐥

[@sisterchicksquilting]

WOW‼️

[@131dyana]

Thank you. I had to put my last name on the inside because a lady walked by my cart and wanted one of my bags that I made.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

🤣😂🤣 that’s hilarious ❣️. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 & TFW😊❤️🐥

[@grand4k]

I have a ton of fabric I got off Facebook market place. This will be a great way to use up those smaller pieces and make fun gifts.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great place to get fabric👍🏼😍🐥

[@fayee8986]

I can understand where they're trying to stop people using plastic but seem as if to me if it's against the law to use them it would be against the law to make it😏

[@notsparks]

I live in one of the first places in the US to ban single use plastic bags and that spread state wide. Now the store has to charge us for paper bags too. A little crazy. But the law outlaws single use plastic bags. As a result several stores switched to a thicker plastic bag that is harder to tear and is feasibly reusable to skirt the rules. They also allowed the plastic bags again during Covid so who knows what is happening anymore

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Who knows 🤷‍♀️ right? I just like these bags they’re so handy. Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@karenhargreaves1646]

I make them from strips with canvas handles that go right down to the bottom seam on the outside. I put a small pocket between the straps. It makes them really strong with no force on the handles in the top seam.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great tip thanks for the comment and watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@chrisclark9862]

I’ve made a few of these in the past and I think I’ll be looking for super sales to make some more. I really like the idea of incorporating spare blocks too!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Super cells, I like the sound of that. Thanks for watching Chris.😊❤️🐥

[@begonial6151]

I add an outside pocket too. It is quick and looks nice. I use it for my grocery list or receipt or whatever. Thanks. Love the fabric .

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s smart to add a pocket! Thanks an bd thank you for watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@hewitthouse1]

I have watched your videos for some time and have loved each and every one of them. You are a joy to watch and very refreshing too. I have to admit that I have dozed off watching other quilting videos, but have NEVER dozed watching you. Keep up the good work!!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you for such kind words. 😍. I appreciate you staying awake for mine 😊❤️🐥

[@sewbeitquilts]

We still can use plastic grocery bags here but I still love making tote bags! Great video!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Hey Fallon👋 I love making them too👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@Sand-Lind]

Love your easy shopping, etc. bag. Here's an idea for you. If using it for other things like retreats or to keep a bunch of little objects etc. together. Make a casing at the top, leaving an opening at the side and put a drawstring (cording) in, using a toggle piece on the ends. No bows to tie and stuff won't fall out. (If more advanced sewer, could put in a couple of buttonholes 0r eyelets in the front center [ don't forget to reinforce this area ]).l plan to make several for myself in different sizes to carry my projects to the meeting of my craft club. We all work on different kinds of crafts. Hello Di, love watching your channel. Easy to follow along and like listening to your stories.❤ If you want to use this idea feel free to change anything to make it clearer.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That’s a great idea. I appreciate you sharing it with me. I also appreciate you watching my channel. Have fun making your shopping bags. They’re so easy and durable. I have friends that are using them from 10years ago. 👍🏼😊🌺🐥

[@Chamarita357]

How fun are you to watch! So glad to hear about your ironing, I too was taught to iron everything at a young age there were nine children plus my parents. I was 3rd to the oldest! The bag turned out great.😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you Nina 😊. I appreciate you watching my channel. Iron away👍🏼🐥❤️

[@lorihamby60]

I love the shopping bags! And the insulated bag is such a good idea. Thanks Di for the inspiration.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome Lori 👍🏼 I love using them & my kids have them that are over 10 years old 😳❣️ TFW👍🏼😀🌺🐥

[@marilynpodoll3278]

I just made a bunch of bags using fabric panels that I didn't know what to do with.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great use and what a unique bag. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@annab8857]

Love your video, Di! Earlier this year I purchased some fun summer prints on a canvas type of fabric on clearance. Cant go wrong with $2. per yard! I did make one lined for my daughter, but the light weight canvas works great without a lining. I did french seams and didnt box the bottoms. Now they are my go to bags for groceries, work totes, project bags... love them! (And it helps that I got an entire roll of white webbing at a thrift store for cheap!!) ❤ 🎉

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I declare you the winner Anna‼️ $2 a yard & $store webbing, 😱 I love it! Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@teresarathurn824]

I saw you pinning - and laughed - while I waited to see how long it took you to notice! All in fun. Been there, done that! I bought some of the heavy Waverly fabric on clearance a while back for bag making and bought a big fabric drop cloth from Home Depot that I am going to try for lining.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

It was a fun video to make, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@charlotteamodeo3031]

Yes I have sourced lot of fabric from shirts, pillowcases, old jeans, and you can make them really cute with a little imagination. I would not buy new fabric for these bags.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Good, that makes an even more fun to make and use. Thanks for watching my channel.😊❤️🐥

[@Marla.22]

I never use pins much, I like the clips as the clips dont leave holes and I dont get stuck by pins

[@olivemiller4805]

Plastic straws, plastic rims on our glasses, bread in plastic wrappers, frozen foods in plastic bags, but plastic grocery bags are gonna tilt the scales???? good grief, but yeah I have hand made and other reusable bags for shopping. Mostly because the reusable bags don't allow the food to break through

[@jenlynpat257]

It’s just the beginning. Plastic bags have been banned for years in Canada, then they did away with plastic straws… most places have done away with plastic utensils in takeout…. Even the little tags that keep bread bags closed are now cardboard…. But I agree with you, it’s really hard to think of these changes in a positive light when more and more unnecessary plastic (especially in the produce departments) keeps appearing. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Yep, or works is heading to the crazy side 😳. Thanks for watching my channel👍🏼❤️🐥

[@joannejohnson7146]

Have a set for all seasons. Love them!

[@lindalosier5989]

Love the insulated one, what a great idea!!! (they are all great) I was thinking they would make great gift bags with a purpose too!! Left over t-shirt fronts could be framed with fabric too!! Thanks for sharing a quick and easy project.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Awesome idea Linda, there are so many possibilities. Thanksgiving for watching😊❤️🐥

[@NERSkate]

Connecticut banned them quite a few years ago in grocery & retail - however it is legal to reuse them. Additionally, heavy gauge plastic bags are still allowed in retail - they’re durable and very reusable

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@michelesalazar2045]

This year I have had a hard time thinking what to give the family for Christmas. I usually do large projects but not this year. One year everyone got quilts that was exhausting { 9 of them]. I have not even started so this is is an easy and fast one to start my gifts. Thank you

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Great idea ‼️ These filled with a few gifts are a great idea Michelle👍🏼😊❤️🐥

[@ladycrafts1885]

You are a hoot! I love this video and the bags. Love your energy. Thanks for sharing.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you 🤣. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@brendaryan306]

I love this. I want to reinforce the bottom, so I'd add some BOSAL or something. I like fabric straps instead of that nylon stuff. I have not had great long lasting success using those nylon straps. Also, During Covid, we were instructed to wash our bags. Thanks for a great tutorial

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Awesome! I love it when someone takes a pattern and makes it their own😊. Thanks for watching Brenda😊❤️🐥

[@person2463]

Great project. We haven't had plastic shopping bags in Australia for years, over five years now. And we need bags even for clothes shopping, and if we get even a paper bag, it costs us monies!!! Love it. Thank you Di and Engineer. When my daughter left home, her first Christmas, I bought her pretty bags (not a bag maker... but now😮) and filled with the expensive stuff from shopping... toilet paper, soap, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, laundry etc. I just picked up extras when on sale for six months, and gave her $grocery gift card.... and some pretty spelling soy candles. She said best ever Xmas gift. I may need to do again, but next Christmas. This one already done.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I remember doing the same thing when my kids left home. It was fun seeing them excited over toilet paper, laundry soap, and shampoo, lol😂 thanks for watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@jenlynpat257]

Love the bag design. I need to make a couple for myself… plastic bags have been banned where I live for nearly 4 years now… I have lots of reusable bags from the store, but they are not very good, and I’m getting tired of having to replace them over and over even though they are supposed to be reusable.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks so much they really are a lot stronger than the reusable bags we buy. I have a couple I’ve made from feed sacks with big chickens on the front of them. Those are fun to use too. Thanks for watching.😊❤️🐥

[@jeanieclinton6790]

Reusable, washable shopping bags are my number one sellers. I used to use solid pieces of fabric, then I used left over 2 1/2" strips, never thought about other left over pieces or using half square triangles. Thanks for the new ideas! 🥰😍🤩 Legal Shopping Bags 🤣 Shopping Bag Police (you crack me up!) 😂

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re welcome Jeannie, thanks for getting my joke🤣. Good luck with your business & thanks for watching 😊♥️🐥

[@jodytomac9610]

Great Tutorial, Sister! My OR (a plastic bag ban state) kids will be getting these for Christmas.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

And I’m sure they’ll love them. Thanks for watching Jody😊❤️🐥

[@kathleenkumiega1092]

I was happy to see you leave the opening in the bottom of the lining. So many you tubers leave an opening in the side. Love your bag!

[@AnitaSouthall]

Personal preference versus what you remember to do😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Well, thank you Kathleen. Thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

We also found out the hard way, thicker handles, with woven ecru braid, stuffed, are easier on your hands. Yours are good if you only take them check-out to shopping trolley/cart, and cart to car. Walking around with heavy bags needs a different style. Quilting uses 1/4" because there is no strain on seams. Clothing uses a 1/2" seam to hold the weight, so you think adout it. Short straps with only one line of stitching, puts stress on one place only. Don't be surprised if they give out. You may be better off with a lid on your cold bag with a 3 sided zipper to open it. Line that orphan block for a paperwork pocket.totes are good with a zip up monet and small things pocket inside. Or a sunnies pocket, a loop or hook for keys?

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for the heads up and TFW😊❤️🐥

[@lynnshepard7485]

I love these bags! I’ve been making them for years but you’ve really upped my game now. I did start putting pockets on the inside to hold shopping lists, pencil, receipts, etc. Thanks for the video! 😘

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Those are some great ideas for the pockets Lynn. Thanks for watching.😊❤️🐥

[@christelgrimmer4478]

It must be almost 5 years here in Australia when plastic bags were phased out ( not really as then super markets sold their plastic bags, reusable, with their logo or other types of bags). I wasn't going to pay for any bags so made several out of canvas I got on sale or as remnants. They are strong and washable and I am still using the first lot. Made a few in quilting cotton, which can be folded neatly into a square, ideal for the handbag.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Canvas bags would be so strong👍🏼. These are ideal handbag bags🤣. Thanks for watching from AU🇦🇺😊❤️🐥

[@kwatson5451]

Great bag pattern. I used shopping bag totes for Christmas gift holding bags last year! Neighbors loved getting baked goods in reusable gift bags 😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

And that’s another great use👍🏼. Thanks for watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@darleenross710]

I love the remarks by the engineer!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

And he loves making them Darlene, lol🤣

[@karin0963]

These are so nice. Thank you for the tutorial. I could use one for my portable sewing and crochet projects.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You are so welcome! Good idea👍🏼. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@lesa6399]

Love tips & using insulbrite is a pretty good one!!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks Lesa 😍. & thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@suehunt5896]

Love the bags. Great idea for the cold one.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks Sue, the cold one works great. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@abeullah03]

This was a great fun video. I live in a state where plastic bags are outlawed. Your daughter-in-law had a great idea, never thought of making one, but I had insulabrite and fabric. So that’s a project. Thanks for sharing and tell the Engineer he’s funny. Have a great rest of your week.❤

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Don’t you just love having another project now?🤣 Yes, The Engineer was on his game for sure, hugs 🤗 Abeullah😊❤️🐥

[@carolynmills513]

What a fantastic idea. Love the way they turned out. I have so much fabric, lots of Christmas, that i think i will be making some gifts this week. 😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

No, I wanna make some Christmas ones, I think that will be real fun. Thanks, Carolyn.😊❤️🐥

[@patriciaguevara8793]

I think I feel more confident in making a bag thanks to your tutorial - if it goes well, everyone in my office will receive one for Christmas

[@sisterchicksquilting]

And your office mat them 👍🏼😊. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@RebelAlliance42]

How many grocery bags do you need? Probably around 5 😂 and 1 or 2 more for other shopping. I've made myself lots lol and I've made lots for other people, including my adult kids. Nobody doesn't appreciate a lovely shopping bag! They are SO versatile, too, not just for shopping!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I use about 5 when I shop and everyone I give one to live them. TFW😊❤️🐥

[@KelleysQuiltsandCruises]

We use totes for shopping in BC.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

They’re gaining popularity everywhere. Thanks for watching my channel Kelly😊❤️🐥

[@sheilacarroll7143]

These bags can be used for so many things and are great for gifts as well. Thank you for sharing. 😊🍁🍃🍂🍊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome Sheila, they are versatile. Thanks for watching y channel😊❤️🐥

[@cindysullivan1540]

What a great project! Thanks for being "real" and making it seam simple...lol!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I don’t know any other way to be Cindy. Thank you for your comment, I appreciate it.😊❤️🐥

[@avisbrown7957]

I don't remember if it was you or Pat Sloan...but someone wanted to know how we recycle things in our sewing. I don't have shelves yet for my fat quarters or scrapes. So I use the plastic containers that muffins come in from Costco and my dad saves his milk bones bone marrow jugs for me. I use these for the smaller pieces of scrapes. I upcycled a gorgeous box that I had for my grap and sew strips. So, I'm as organized as I can be.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I love a good up cycle story Avis. Sounds like you are very creative, thanks for watching.😍🐥

[@Kathleen58]

I haven’t made bags in awhile, but when I do I use charm packs and yardage, or a fat quarter if I have them.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

That would be fun to make a patchwork bag.😊 TFW😊♥️🐥

[@BookZealots]

You're a delight! Those are great bags. My state doesn't have shopping bag police. I have plarn bags, but I really like your bags. Future projects. thank you.

[@cathleendecina2270]

I live in one of those states and it’s just the dumbest thing. Now I buy plastic bags to line my trash cans! I’m a presser too! It’s my garment making background and Grandma & Mom saying press those seams OPEN! Lol Love your grocery store gift card with the bag idea!!!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Pressures in America unite, we’re a declining group🤣😂🤣. Thanks for watching my channel Kathleen.😊❤️🐥

[@Jen-CelticWarrior]

Blue jeans can be repurposed into bags, too.

[@mariejohns1387]

The engineer always makes me laugh! Of course she needs more shopping bags!! We all do!! Love the pattern Di… thanks! ❤

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thanks for always watching Marie, I’m glad you enjoy the videos and get a laugh 😊❤️🐥

[@Katina01TX]

Dallas Texas tried to ban plastic shopping bags years ago but it didn't last, they are back to using them in this area. i still use my own bags a lot of the times but appreciate getting the plastic ones for litter and other things that need to go into a small bag before they go into the trash.

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

I use any plastic bag for my rubbish bins, t's all about reusing the bags and proper disposal. Although we, the consumer, want less plastic, as long as industries keep churning them/it out, we can only do whatever measures are available to us. It's like the industries just handover the responsibilities to us to dispose of it!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

They’re not banned here but I prefer this bag as the plastic ones break so easily. Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@silverraven2017]

Thanks Di!! Love your bags and fun tutorial! 💕🌟

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@SUN7SHINE25]

Hi I absolutely loved watching the bag being made...I can't sew but always wanted to learn in my teens just didn't But I may start with small projects... this video is my first was seen on Google news feed your a blessing and a beautiful lady😊 thank you for sharing ❤ blessings always all day

[@sisterchicksquilting]

This is a very good starting project. Thank you for finding in watching my channel.😊❤️🐥

[@gailreynolds7734]

Thank you for your tutorial you are very easy to understand with your steps. In the past I have purchased fabric pieces , curtains, table cloths from the thrift shops. I have also put a pocket on the outside of the bags which can be used for easy access to car keys. 🩷 I live in Australia and we don't have plastic bags either, you can purchase paper bags with handles for 90 cents .

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you so much 😊. And thanks for watching from AU🇦🇺😊❤️🐥

[@alishabiljon1823]

I will be trying out your pattern thank you for sharing it❤

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You will love the bags Alisha. Thank you for watching my channel 😊♥️🐥

[@tonizeni8758]

You're the best! Your personality is so real and uplifting. Going to make a variety of these if gifts. Have a fabulous blessed day.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Aw, thank you so much, Toni. These really make great gifts, everyone loves them.TFW😊❤️🐥

[@deborahlunsford6983]

Great video. I live in Canada and we have done away with plastic grocery bags for a while now. I have purchased some clothe ones over the years and have made several. I love your method. It looks simple. I will definately be making this bag 😊. Love the commentary in the video!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you, Deborah, the engineer loves posting his commentary. Thank you for watching.😊❤️🐥

[@debbieparker6412]

Great idea to insulate and quilt your bag! I always get inspired watching you create!

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Thank you so much Debbie and thank you for watching my channel😊❤️🐥

[@kathleen.rogers1442]

Love this tote bag and thank you for the sewing tips, I make smaller tote bags for children’s shoebox ministry and will use your tips thank you so much for sharing your tutorial 😊

[@sisterchicksquilting]

You’re so welcome Kathleen. Thanks for watching 😊❤️🐥

[@osusanna3619]

I love these bags and your clear instructions. I iron everything, too and actually find it very satisfying 😄. Thanks for sharing this project.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

We ironers off the world need to unite ‼️ we’re a dying breed😂. Thanks for watching😊❤️🐥

[@joseduijf-arets1422]

Beautiful bag. I will make several myself, now I have seen how easy it is to make. Thanks a lot.

[@sisterchicksquilting]

I’m sure you’ll enjoy them and thanks for watching😊❤️🐥