Pages

▼

November 3, 2011

No Sew French Market Bags


I love these no sew market bags! 
I'm thinking they would be perfect for some ladies on my Christmas list 


The inspiration came from my friend
Sissie's Shabby Cottage
Go take a look at the gorgeous ones she made!

The best part.....I purchased a 3 pack of blank canvas tote bags from Walmart for $6.47!!!!  Can you believe that!  You can find them in the craft section. 
 They measure 13 X 13


The sky is the limit on decorating them! 
  I made all of the ruffles with my sewing machine ruffle foot

I used my vintage rubber stamps on the Paris Market Bag




I sewed the ruffles on, but you could apply any trim with Fabri-Tac, available at craft stores...........a no sew tote!


Here I used my vintage rubber stamps again and a new crown stamp.  Stencils would also work well.


I used T shirt transfer paper and a graphic from Graphics Fairy on this bag.  To get the graphic to look old I did not iron the t shirt transfer paper for very long 


This flower is on my post: How to make a fabric flower


Anyone can make these!  They are inexpensive, cute as heck, and just waiting to be personalized for that special person on your Christmas list!


Thank you Sissie for your continued inspiration!!!  



Happy Crafting!

Carol
Linking with
Dumpster Diva
French Cupboard
The Thrifty Groove
My Repurposed life
My Romantic Home@Show and tell Friday
Frugal Girls
2805 @Potpourri Friday
Common Ground@Vintage Inspiration Friday
at

89 comments:

  1. d e l i g h tNovember 3, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Great no sew bags!

    ReplyDelete
  2. DebbieNovember 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Those are fabulous, Carol! I love the fact that they started out as plain old canvass bags from Wally World. I think they would make wonderful gifts for friends or how about teachers?

    ReplyDelete
  3. DeborahNovember 3, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Wow, great job these are fantastic!!

    Bee happy x
    Have a delicious day!

    ReplyDelete
  4. KathyNovember 3, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Ok, I would never think these could go from that...to that!!!! Amazing, these are so pretty. You have a good eye, for seeing the finished product from the blanks...

    ReplyDelete
  5. TracyNovember 3, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    These are gorgeous! What fantastic gift bags they would be. I'm not sure which I like better - yours or Sissies, both sets are so pretty!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Patricia @ 9th and DenverNovember 3, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    we actually went to the Dallas Farmers Market last weekend. And... I took one tote. Was wishing I'd taken another. This would have been perfect!
    ...and fashionable! Pat

    ReplyDelete
  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 3, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Another idea I would like to copy from you! Love these and I carry a bag everywhere I go! I bought the t shirt transfer sheets but haven't tried to figure them out yet! ♥

    ReplyDelete
  8. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comNovember 3, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    These look great, what an inexpensive present that doesn't look inexpensive.

    ReplyDelete
  9. DawnNovember 3, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Carol,
    The bags turned out so pretty. They would make great holiday gifts. Thanks for the inspiration:)

    ReplyDelete
  10. JaclynNovember 3, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Very cute! I love the idea of using stamps with fabric safe ink.

    ReplyDelete
  11. TeriNovember 3, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Simply too cute !

    ReplyDelete
  12. camp and cottage livingNovember 3, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    They are cute as heck. and so easy.
    Thanks again for more neat ideas!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Ruby JeanNovember 3, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Oh Congratulations to the Winner!!!

    Okay on the Totes... Those are Super Adorable and Fun...I LOVE LOVE LOVE the bicycle one... : ) Oh and nothing has arrived in the mail yet...But I will let you know when it does... to bad I'm not closer we could go over the program while at Lunch... : )

    ReplyDelete
  14. Shannon@Cozy Home ScenesNovember 3, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    The bags are so pretty, I think they could be called handbags. I've seen Sissie's and hers are very nice, too. You two have quite the talent for transforming nothing into something special.----------Shannon

    ReplyDelete
  15. Jacalyn @ rmebathproducts.comNovember 3, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    You sure do know how to "gussy up" plain stuff, ha! They are beautiful and I think I may have to steal this idea too! Don't laugh if you visit my blog - I posted a no-sew item as well but with your talent you could go way above and beyond!

    Hugs,
    Jacalyn

    ReplyDelete
  16. BarbaraNovember 3, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Wow! Those look great, very creative.

    ReplyDelete
  17. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseNovember 3, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Okay, next time I go to Walmart, I'm going to look for some of these bags....Your's turned out so fab!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  18. DinaNovember 3, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Carol, they are SO cute!! :D Love 'em!!

    ReplyDelete
  19. MelodeeNovember 3, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    a-dor-able!!

    ReplyDelete
  20. GinaNovember 3, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Ok, I'm in love. The fact that they are no-sew just knocks me out!

    ReplyDelete
  21. DebbiedoosNovember 3, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Those are awesome Carol. I have bought those bags and just use them for craft supplies and such..you took them to a whole new level!

    ReplyDelete
  22. CreateologyNovember 3, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    YOur bags are fabulous and I love the budget! Thank you for sharing the link to Sissie. Blissful Creating...

    ReplyDelete
  23. Sissie's Shabby CottageNovember 3, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Hi Carol,

    Thanks for the mention but I think that your creations are much prettier than mine. I love that you used the stamps for a very original look. Now everytime I mess up one of my iron on transfers I can say it's to make it look aged. Never thought of that one. Accidentally or intentionally, it works either way.

    Great job and I love the added ruffle trim.

    hugs
    Sissie

    ReplyDelete
  24. UnknownNovember 3, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    What a fun, cheap and FABULOUS Christmas gift idea!!

    ReplyDelete
  25. Rona GregoryNovember 3, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Love these bags Carole xx

    ReplyDelete
  26. Old Time CindyNovember 3, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Ohhh...these would be fun to make for my sisters (and me)!!! Thanks for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  27. Christina at I Gotta Create!November 3, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    C'est tres magnifique!! Love 'em :)

    ReplyDelete
  28. Heaven's WalkNovember 3, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Cute cute cute, Carol! Luv these! Being a non-sewer, this project is right up my alley! :)

    xoxo laurie

    ReplyDelete
  29. AngelaNovember 3, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    These bags are so sweet, I love how you stamped the letters and I want to find a stamp box like yours!
    As always, very creative.
    Hugs,
    Angela.

    ReplyDelete
  30. Honey at 2805November 3, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    These are so cute! Love them and am going to do this myself! Thanks for the idea!

    Thanks for linking your clever idea to Potpourri Friday!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Dumpster DivaNovember 3, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    VERY CUTE! Please feel free to share this over at my linky party! I would love to have you visit!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Rosemary@villabarnesNovember 4, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    They look great.

    ReplyDelete
  33. RhissannaNovember 4, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Really lovely bags. And no-sew, eh? Thank you for posting.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Marcia - Crafty Sewing and QuiltingNovember 4, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Love the bags! Love the ruffles... really makes them cool!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Shabby chic SandyNovember 4, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    These are beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing--I am inspired and Walmart is about 1/2 mile away:)

    ReplyDelete
  36. UnknownNovember 4, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Sa po prostu piekne,fantastyczne:)

    ReplyDelete
  37. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingNovember 4, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    What a great gift idea!!
    Everyone can always use another tote!
    These are lovely...
    All the Best,
    Christine

    ReplyDelete
  38. SharynNovember 4, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Oh these are so lovely! You have inspired me with the no-sew idea too! Thank you.

    ReplyDelete
  39. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~November 4, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Girl, You have the best ideas~ ~Amazing! I love the little mittens too.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

    ReplyDelete
  40. StampindamourNovember 4, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Carol--these are so fabulous!!! Glad to see you decided to keep those fabulous vintage rubber stamps! The images look so fantastic on the bags! :)

    -pamela

    ReplyDelete
  41. UnknownNovember 4, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    I just love this blog

    Kisses

    Renata Ferreira
    (From Brazil)

    ReplyDelete
  42. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydNovember 4, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    What a fun & creative idea.... I also Love Fabri Tac, it does work great when you don't want to thread that needle!
    Thanks for Sharing

    ReplyDelete
  43. The Vintage ChateauNovember 4, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Adorable!
    Karee

    ReplyDelete
  44. TinaNovember 4, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    LOVE the bags, they're so adorable.

    Smiles

    ReplyDelete
  45. DebbieNovember 4, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Carol - those are adorable! Plus I love that you are finding so many uses for your vintage stamp set!!

    ReplyDelete
  46. AnneNovember 4, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Thanks for sharing these!
    I LOVE your vintage stamp collection!!! I may turn green! ;)
    All the best!

    ReplyDelete
  47. LuLu KelloggNovember 4, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    These are beautiful!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!

    LuLu~*xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  48. MariellaNovember 5, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    They are magnificent!! I love the whole lot!! Im planning to make some to put some soap and other nice goodies in...You haev given me great ideas to follow! Thanks as always ssooooooooooooooooo inspirational and clear!

    See you!

    ReplyDelete
  49. UnknownNovember 5, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Love this project, the ruffles would be so cute on stockings too!

    ReplyDelete
  50. Decor To AdoreNovember 5, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    So cute! The bags also take dye very well so you can color outside the white lines. :)

    ReplyDelete
  51. Stacey StuweNovember 5, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Love this idea!! Thank you these will make great gifts for Christmas

    ReplyDelete
  52. BECKYNovember 5, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Fabulous, Carol, as usual! Just love these! May have to make some for the shop! Thanks for always sharing!! Did you go to the French Nest open house? Wish I could have!!
    Hugs,
    Becky

    ReplyDelete
  53. AnonymousNovember 5, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    These are adorable!!! Just love all your great ideas! (And Sissy's)

    bee blessed
    mary

    ReplyDelete
  54. Fishtail CottageNovember 5, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    These are so very adorable! xoxo

    ReplyDelete
  55. Bargain Decorating with LaurieNovember 5, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    I love these! Another fabulous craft from you. laurie

    ReplyDelete
  56. SueBeeNovember 6, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    I want to come to your house and learn how to do these transfers. I'm a hands on person. AA did very well at our Fleamarket! Hope to see you soon~SueBee

    ReplyDelete
  57. DiannNovember 6, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I love these Carol! They turned out gorgeous! I think I just may have to make some. I get tgether with the women in our family for a girls Christmas shopping weekend and I always like to give them a special gift without spending a ton of money. I think these would be perfect! Thank you for joining TTF and have a fun day!

    ReplyDelete
  58. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingNovember 6, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Wow! So glad I found your blog because I love it. These bags are adorable!

    ReplyDelete
  59. the old white houseNovember 6, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    fabulous! they turned out beautifully... that Sissie is always an inspiration, as are you! t.xoxoxoxo

    ReplyDelete
  60. Phyllis @Around the HouseNovember 6, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    wow your bags are awesome...what a great buy too...I love all three and you did a great job taking the photos for the blog...so perfect...I am a new follower

    ReplyDelete
  61. VickiNovember 6, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    The bags are just wonderful! I love the ruffles you add. Such a great project with little cost.

    ReplyDelete
  62. gail@My Repurposed LifeNovember 6, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    oh my! your no sew french market bags are too pretty! The ruffles and that flower--the decals! Love them all!
    gail
    ps catching you this week. Thank you for linking up and linking back to catch as catch can

    ReplyDelete
  63. Raspberries and Rose PetalsNovember 6, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    BEAUTIFUL, Carol! Thanks for sharing this great gift idea! What a bargain for the bags!

    Hugs!
    Lori

    ReplyDelete
  64. NancyNovember 6, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Hi Carol! How are you? I have missed you!! I Love your Bags Carol, they are just way to cool!! I hope you will be selling them too? I have a great resource for Blank Fabric everything to share with you but that Walmart price is incredible!! Going to catch up with the rest of your posts. I think next year I will plan less commitments in the fall!

    Huggs, Nancy

    ReplyDelete
  65. Savannah GrannyNovember 6, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Fabulous Idea. I had never seen those bags. I am going to check this out. Thank you for your visits and kind words. I tried to reply from my email but you have a do not reply address. Were you aware of that? I can reply to most people directly but some prefer not. Just an idea. Have a blessed week. Hugs, Ginger

    ReplyDelete
  66. How Sweet It Is-A lifestyle blogNovember 7, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    These are absolutely fabulous! I love them and may just make some myself. What great gifts they could make.

    ReplyDelete
  67. blessingsNovember 9, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Very pretty! Thank you so much for sharing them with us.

    Blessings... Polly
    French Cupboard &
    Counting Your Blessings

    ReplyDelete
  68. Sue@Uniquely ChicNovember 9, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Love the tshirt transfer idea. You are so creative over there. Oh and I wish I could do that decal thing. I thought of you when I was working on the French stool...thought, if I were Carol, I'd be putting some very cool French decal on this guy! Sadly, I had to use a stencil.

    ReplyDelete
  69. UnknownNovember 10, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    I LOVE these! They turned out so beautifully! I just pinned them so that I can remember to make some once the holidays are over :)

    ReplyDelete
  70. LaNovember 10, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    How can I get on your Christmas list? These are beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  71. Suzanne MacCrone Rogers • Italian Girl in Georgia™November 11, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Very adorable! I found you on Common Ground. Such darling canvas totes and your blog is great too!

    Ciao,
    Suzanne

    ReplyDelete
  72. Linda@Coastal CharmNovember 13, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Hi Carol,
    I'm so going to try making some of these...I'm sure it will after the 1st of the year...just so busy trying to get my shop open and decorate my home for the holidays and oh I almost forgot...I'm going to paint my kitchen before I start with holiday decorating.
    You did a wonderful job on these...sooooo
    PRETTY!!!
    Blessings,
    Linda

    ReplyDelete
  73. BohemianNovember 13, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Oh what great Creative Totes... perfect to give as a Gift or hold that Special Gift making a Gift within a Gift combo!

    Blessings from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

    ReplyDelete
  74. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonDecember 2, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Hi Carol,
    I just found out that I won your darling bag on Debra's (Common Ground) give away. I am ecstatic! I love, love this bag!! I do alot of hand stitchery and this will be perfect to hold it in. Thanks again!
    Jann

    ReplyDelete
  75. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    You are awesome!!!! I LOVE each and every one and what a wickedly great idea!!! >:) Superb! I adore your talent dear girl!

    Hugs,

    ReplyDelete
  76. Nancy's NotesFebruary 5, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Oh my, those bags are just absolutely adorable!

    ReplyDelete
  77. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Oh my is right. These are adorable, Carol. I especially appreciate all the no-sew options you provide and detailed how-to's. Thank you. I think I might give it a try. So pretty.

    ReplyDelete
  78. DanydanFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    very very interesting tutorial!! I've found you by Pinterest. I will follow you.
    Ciaooo
    Dany

    ReplyDelete
  79. UnknownFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    These are so adorable, would you consider making a set of these to sell, am in Australia :)
    beedivinedesigns@bigpond.com

    ReplyDelete
  80. Lapdog CreationsFebruary 14, 2012 at 1:46 PM

    Love these! Great idea!

    ReplyDelete
  81. Heart Vintage Design March 21, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Thanks for your suggestions on gussying up my bags. Everyone loves the fluffed up flowers : )

    ReplyDelete
  82. Barbara JeanAugust 1, 2012 at 3:20 AM

    Thank you for all the great tutorials....
    blessings
    barb

    ReplyDelete
  83. LizzieDOctober 12, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Beautiful bags AND tutorial! Thank goodness I found you via Pinterest! Have a great day!

    ReplyDelete
  84. UnknownApril 28, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    Where do you get the printing set?

    ReplyDelete
  85. UnknownApril 28, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Where can I find a printing set like you have?

    ReplyDelete
  86. UnknownMay 29, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Is there any way that you can share your Victors bike sign graphic? I can find a bike on fairygraphic site but not the whole thing. I want to do a sign for my son's bike shop.

    ReplyDelete
  87. The Polka Dot ClosetMay 29, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    Linda, you left me no way to contact you, here is the link for the bicycle http://thegraphicsfairy.com/vintage-clip-art-old-fashioned-bicycle/

    Carol

    ReplyDelete
  88. Penelope SanchezOctober 9, 2016 at 3:22 AM

    So cute!! Definitely going to try this… now for a trip to the thrift store 😉 Thanks for the simple tutorial!

    Mariz
    Click Here Western Boots

    ReplyDelete
  89. rommelxaineMay 12, 2017 at 1:49 AM

    So cute!! Definitely going to try this… now for a trip to the thrift store 😉 Thanks for the simple tutorial!

    Wait till you see KRW Personal Injury Lawyer

    ReplyDelete