A Free Sewing Tutorial by Jessica from Happy Together
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A lightweight, washable, and environmentally friendly tote bag, if you upcycle some shirts. Perfect for the spring and summer time! Mix solid and printed fabrics!
Here is what you will need:
paper, pencil, and ruler for patterning
3 to 4 t-shirts if upcycling
34″ of trim or piping
1 yard of light or medium weight interfacing
magnetic snap
Two small pieces of felt
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Organ Universal Needles for household machines – pack of 100 – $14.99
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