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Upcycle Tote Bags to Seat Cushions

June 27, 2022 by Anne Weaver

Reuse and repurposing are more than just buzz words; for some it’s a way of life. For those of you who are making it top priority to reduce the amount of waste that you create, it’s win-win as a crafty person to re-make something. In this project by eSheep Designs, you can take those “gift” tote bags that you get in the mail from various charitable agencies and turn them into something that you might actually use: outdoor seat cushions! (These are functional in two ways, as you can also use them to carry around towels and blankets.) It’s a simple sewing job that brings great satisfaction.  Go to eSheep Designs to see the tutorial.

[photo credit: eSheep Designs]

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Monday Musings: My Fabric Stash is Judging Me (A Love-Hate Relationship)

I have a problem. Well, several problems, but today we’re talking about the 37 yards of fabric currently taking up residence in my closet. Some of it’s been there so long it could legally vote. That beautiful linen? Bought for a specific project in 2018. The designer wool? “Too nice to cut.” The rainbow of quilting cotton? Well, it was on sale.

Every time I open that closet, I swear the fabric whispers, “Remember when you were going to make that dress?” The guilt is real. But so is the joy of petting my hoard like a fabric dragon sitting on her treasure.

Last week I tried the KonMari method. I got as far as “does this spark joy?” before buying three more yards of floral voile. Some habits die hard.

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