My current project is producing reusable grocery bags. Youknow, like the ones you get for $0.99 at any grocery store across the country? I'm hoping it takes off. I have a few different styles and sizes, and franklymine are prettier and don't have store logos on them.
I got the pattern on-line on About.com, and it is great. When inished they look just like a paper grocery bag, except they have handles. The best part about it, is that once I got used to the porportions of the bags, I can now make them in nearly any size! For your average bag, ou want the side panels' width to be 1/5 the of the entire length of the front/back panel., and you want the width of the front/back to be equal to the length, minus 1/5 divided by 2.
I know it sounds complicated, but if you take a piece of fabric in hand, and work on the dimensions from there, you will see that it works. It's a great way to figure out the size if you are making bags from remnants (As I am) and don't necessarily have the exact yardage that the pattern calls for.
This is wonderful!! How much would you charge for the average size bag and what fabric do you use? Can't wait to see photos!!
ReplyDelete~ Dawn
I use cotton canvas that I buy in remnants. The average size bag, like you would get at the store, would be $5.00.
ReplyDeleteBecause I am just starting out on this idea, I'd love to know what you think of the price. I will post pictures this evening.
Thanks for the comment!