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String Bags from Upcycled Pants
By: Stephanie Webb from charmofcarolina.wordpress.com
"Upcycle used pants by turning them into string bags. This tutorial uses cargo pants, and the extra pockets and drawstrings are utilized in creating three different types of bags from one pair of pants."
Project TypeMake a Project
Time to CompleteIn an evening
Sewn byEither Hand or Machine
Materials List
- Pants
- Cord for drawstring backpack
- Scissors
- Cutting mat/ruler
- Thread to match pants
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