Plastic bag upcycle

I’m a profoundly Type A person — and it’s obvious in the way I store my plastic bags. If you’re someone who feels bogged down by the bag buildup, I’ve created a system for myself that aligns with my personality’s needs. Here's what I do.

Plastic Bag Ideas for when you want to be crafty. The majority of these DIY ideas will keep them from the landfills!

How to make Plarn What is plarn you may ask? It's short for plastic yarn. How cool! It's a unique way to recycle your plastic shopping bags. Yes, that's right ladies, go round up all your plastic bags shoved in your pantry to make your next crochet or knit project. It's super simple to whip

Learn to make your own reusable shopping bag from upcycled fused plastic grocery bags with these instructions.

Try this simple plastic grocery bag craft idea and make plastic flowers for your spring tablescape, budget friendly decor idea!

Are you overrun with plastic grocery bags? I sure am. My cabinets are overflowing with them! I use them for trash and recycle them whenever I can find a place t…

Wonderful community service project to reuse plastic bags and craft the bags into sleeping mats for homeless and those in need.

Sewing Tutorial: Fused Plastic Bag Tote

Grab the iron and a bundle of soft plastic bags then make a tote with sustainable style. Words and photos:Julie Legg Fabric or string bags are popular but multi-use, hardwearing reusable plastic bags are an inexpensive alternative. Take a few hours on a rainy weekend to make a fused plastic tote bag; it’s fun and keeps those soft plastics out of the landfill. Most soft plastics can be used - from frozen vegetable bags to rice bags and chip packets. The secret to fusing plastic together lies…