5 cents for a plastic grocery bag? Any easy patterns recommended?
11-07-2012, 06:04 PM
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To solve the issues of plastic bags and shopping bags.
When I lived in Alaska people would knit or crotched the plastic bags that were made into strips by bunching together and then making them into some sturdy bags. You could even do a design with all the different colored grocery bags.
Just had to share.
To solve the issues of plastic bags and shopping bags.
When I lived in Alaska people would knit or crotched the plastic bags that were made into strips by bunching together and then making them into some sturdy bags. You could even do a design with all the different colored grocery bags.
Just had to share.
11-07-2012, 06:15 PM
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I think I made my longer too, cut below the crotch. It has been almost 5 years since I made them, I was trying to remember how I did it. Anyway I forgot to mention how handy the pockets are for coupons, receipts, keys and phone as I don't carry a purse. I worked in a grocery store for 16 years, a very high end chain, and I came home dirty every day. Big box stores are dusty and the bottom shelves gets dirt and wax kicked up when they run the buffer over the floors, so they aren't spotless either.
11-07-2012, 06:27 PM
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I'm picturing a diaper leak from the kid a hour ahead of me! Nope------------the bags are no problem at all.
11-07-2012, 06:29 PM
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There's no way I'm going to use waterproofed fabric when I can use a $5 bag of pants at the last rummage sale (get about 10 pr of pants in one bag). I wash them in the sanitizing wash on my fancy dancy machine the first time out and with towels after that.
11-07-2012, 09:05 PM
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Sometimes we get a little paranoid about cleanliness. I've been reading more and more in different places about why our children have so many allergies. They had no opportunity to "play in the dirt". Much of the bacteria we are so afraid of is actually good for us. We shouldn't be killing it.
I have two strong plastic grocery bags that I have been using for more than 20 years. Sometimes they get used several times in one day. The get washed when the spirit moves me. - Not too often.
I have two strong plastic grocery bags that I have been using for more than 20 years. Sometimes they get used several times in one day. The get washed when the spirit moves me. - Not too often.
11-07-2012, 09:56 PM
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I made grocery bags from old jeans. The bigger the waist size the better around 44"- 48" makes a good size and men's have bigger pockets. They are washable and sturdy. I carry 2 gallons of milk in one all the time, I made mine about 5 years ago. Take the jeans and cut straight across a little above the crotch, I sew the zipper and waist closed. Then turn them inside out and sew the curve of the front seam straight and you can trim the bulk out. Then sew the bottom shut, I sewed the seam twice, then zz with a narrow tight stitch then went back over with a wide zz stitch. Lay one of the legs out straight and trim off the seams, fold in half and half again, the front and back make 2 handles. Sew the handles to the bag, I did a square and then an x to make them sturdy. If you want longer handles belts from a thrift store work well.
thank you!
aileen
11-07-2012, 11:57 PM
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I've been using denim bags I made for about 20 years. I guess I was ahead of the curve here. I think I essentially made the pattern up from a regular grocery bag - similar measurements. Very heavy handles, never had a problem. They don't need to be washed often, if something is spilled on one I throw them it in with the regular wash.
I think today I would follow what others have suggested and just buy a bag and make a pattern from it. I wonder how many plastic bags I've kept out of the ocean in 20 years.
I think today I would follow what others have suggested and just buy a bag and make a pattern from it. I wonder how many plastic bags I've kept out of the ocean in 20 years.
11-08-2012, 05:52 AM
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I've purchased several of these bags, material, for $1.00. I keep them in great shape and keep them in the trunk of my car after each shopping trip. I also keep a few in my DH truck, in case we need them. Placing them back into the trunk of the car is my greatest challenge! lol We also go to these shows, where vendors provide brochures for home improvements, and they give out free bags, great colors too! Doesn't matter to me if we're helping them advertise!
11-08-2012, 06:00 AM
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The very best grocery bags to have are what was used in EU in the 80's...a crocheted, mesh bag. It folds up to nothing so he can cram it in his pocket and it expands to hold TONS without breaking or tearing. Here is a free pattern I looked up for you along with a picture of what I'm talking about. I have all kinds of bags in the back of my car and this remains my favorite. http://theadventuresofcassie.blogspo...ocery-bag.html
11-08-2012, 06:05 AM
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For the past few years I have been picking up sturdy tote bags at thrift stores. Many people donate totes they bought or were given and don't use. Many will name places or charities or schools, but they are great for groceries. I have assorted sizes and some with insulation (great to keep frozen items frozen in warm weather). Most are in brand new condition.
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