Plarn Japanese Print-Inspired Grocery Bag

[Capillus]

Continuing the theme of bags made from bags-



I used black garbage bags and white and grey grocery bags.  Both of the bags had blue and red printing on them, which I think added some nice subtle variation.

 The whole bag is just single crochet- I crocheted all the pieces separately, and then sewed them together with the plastic bag yarn. 



The branch motif I basically free-handed using a paper template to guide me.  I had no idea what I was doing basically, but I think it turned out OK. (However, if anyone had suggestions on how to do it better in the future, I would love the advice!)  Then I just pinned it on and sewed it using the black garage bag plarn.



The straps are so long I sewed them together at the top so that they wouldn't get (quite as) tangled.

So, there it is- it took nine months (I'm not a very motivated crafter sometimes), but isn't she a looker!

Thanks for looking!

[Antidigger]

It may have taken you a while, but it's lovely. It's amazing what you've done with some old plastic bags!

[kaz814]

Oh, very cool!  I love the recycling aspect of it and it's very pretty too!  The branch is a great touch.

[HisTechnoAngel]

this is one of the most impressive plarn items I've seen!! Fantastic!

[katara]

The bag looks very stylish!!

[anderlance]

  I am absolutely stunned that this is made out of plastic bags!  Amazing job!

[cassiem]

I am absolutely stunned that this is made out of plastic bags!  Amazing job!

I agree!  I've never really liked the look of plarn when its worked up, but this is amazing!  It looks almost like tapestry work.  Love it!

[TechnicolorAquahearts]

Your bag is so beautifull The design is really elegant.