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How to Sew a Reusable Produce Bag

August 29, 2019 by Margaret 11 Comments

How to Sew a Reusable Produce Bag

One of the things I like about sewing is being able to make things for my family and friends. When our kids were little, they would get at least one thing I had sewen every Christmas. As they've gotten older, it has gotten harder to figure out what to make them. This year my daughter asked me to make her some reusable produce bags like the ones I use. How could I say no?! Seeing how awful plastic bags are for our environment, I knew I wanted to share how to sew a reusable produce bag with all of you.

How to Sew a Reusable Produce Bag

The reusable produce bag is easy, aside from the fact that tulle can be fussy to get lined up.

Supplies

  • Tulle 
  • cording or ribbon
  • sewing machine
  • thread
  • scissors

Instructions

  1. Cut your tool 1" longer than you want the finished produce bag and 1" wider than you want it.
  2. Fold one short end up to meet the other short end. Your bag should now be half as long.
  3. Pin or clip one side together, starting 2" from the top.
  4. On the other side, pin the tulle together, starting at the top and working your way down.
  5. Sew the side together using a zig-zag stitch and ½" seam allowance. Be sure to remove your pins or clips as you come to them.
  6. Fold the top edge over 1" all the way around the top opening. Pin in place
  7. Sew the casing with a zig-zag stitch. I usually line up the left edge of my presser foot with the raw edge of the tulle. This gives me plenty of room in the casing to insert my cording.
  8. Cut the cording or ribbon long enough to go all the way around the opening of the bag plus 4-5". Be sure to seal the ends of the cording or ribbon to avoid fraying.
  9. Insert the cording or ribbon into the opening and work it around until it comes out the other opening.
  10. Join the two end of the cord or ribbon and form a knot to prevent the tie from coming out of the bag
How to Sew a Reusable Produce Bag

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Comments

  1. Stephanie

    August 30, 2019 at 8:08 am

    This is awesome! I love having my reusable grocery and produce bags but I haven't tried to make any myself. This looks like something I could definitely do and we need a few more for all of the loose produce we tend to buy.

    Reply
  2. Designs by Vee

    August 30, 2019 at 9:51 am

    I love using my reusable bags! I try and take them with me everywhere I go just in case. I am absolutely terrible at sewing tho. I've asked my mom a thousands times to sew buttons back on my shirt. But after reading this post I think I'll give sewing another try. For the environment! Thanks for sharing this post. I enjoyed it.

    Reply
  3. Neely

    August 30, 2019 at 1:11 pm

    Such a great tutorial! I really would love to try this becuase the wastefulness is so big!

    Reply
  4. Arielle Joy

    August 30, 2019 at 5:50 pm

    Great and simple how to... pinned for future reference!

    Reply
  5. Lina

    August 31, 2019 at 8:23 am

    Such a great tip and tutorial ! I’ll definitely try to make this, it’s a really nice way to save the planet

    Reply
  6. Sazzadul Bari

    August 31, 2019 at 12:51 pm

    Really awesome, I found it interesting and helpful tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  7. Christa Anne

    September 01, 2019 at 11:52 am

    This is such a great idea! I’ve really been trying to move towards more sustainable lifestyle. This goes a long way to help.

    Reply
  8. Chad

    September 01, 2019 at 3:40 pm

    oh that is so cool! We usually buy new ones every time the bag gets old. Great post.

    Reply
  9. Bree

    September 02, 2019 at 9:53 am

    This was a really easy tutorial to follow! I had fun making these for my kids lunch boxes!

    Reply
  10. Nancy L

    October 23, 2019 at 5:43 am

    I love this idea! Every time I pack lunches and use plastic baggies I keep telling myself there must be a better, eco-friendly way. Can't wait to make these!!!! Thank you! Thank you!

    Reply
  11. Ruth Gomes

    April 09, 2020 at 7:25 am

    This is ideal, I love making things for home

    Reply

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