Upcycled Denim Carryall Tote – Durable, Eco-Friendly Bag with Two Strap Options
- Susan
- Mar 8, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 29
Revitalize your jeans with this FREE sewing video tutorial.
Designed for strength, style, and sustainability, this roomy bag is perfect for everyday errands, shopping trips, or weekends away. The sewing tutorial includes two practical strap options — short handles for a casual hand-held look or longer straps for an easy over-the-shoulder carry. Whether you’re a beginner learning to sew thicker fabrics or an experienced maker who loves reusing materials, this carryall delivers both durability and style.
Reclaimed denim gives each finished bag its own unique texture and character. The flat, wide base helps the tote stand upright while providing plenty of space for your essentials. Inside and out, pockets add function and keep smaller items organized. The exterior has side patch pockets and the interior of the bag offers large slip pockets. Reinforced seams, sturdy topstitching, and an optional stabilizer ensure this carryall is durable for everyday use. You can also add rivets, a button-loop, or a sew-in magnetic closure for an extra-polished finish. Make it entirely your own! This bag design is adaptable and can be personalized with ease, even for beginners.
What makes this carryall tote by SisterQuilt special is the creative force driving it. Every pair of jeans tells a story — a label here, a faded seam there — and by transforming them into a carryall, you’re crafting something beautiful, useful, and environmentally conscious. It’s an ideal way to reduce textile waste while polishing your sewing skills. Add a touch of contrast stitching to compliment the lining, a leather label, or even combine with other reclaimed fabrics for a truly one-of-a-kind bag.
Turn kids’ jeans into fun pouches, backpacks, or diaper bags; transform ladies’ jeans into stylish handbags; and repurpose men’s jeans into rugged totes, travel bags, and utility carryalls.
If you're prepared to transform old denim into a functional, durable, and attractive tote, watch this FREE video tutorial and begin sewing. Your finished denim carryall will be as functional as it is meaningful — a hand crafted piece that blends craftsmanship, sustainability, and everyday utility. This should be a FUN project.
Watch SisterQuilt's free video tutorial to learn how to sew this fabulous upcycled denim carryall tote bag with rouleaux handles, shoulder straps, and pockets. This gorgeous carryall tote features a spacious design with interior pockets for organization, along with exterior patch pockets. Plus, enjoy the added stability of its' wide, flat bottom. The perfect bag for the market!
Watch how to sew an upcycled denim carryall tote bag now:
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