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    Cute Tote Bag DIY with Scrap Ribbon Heart

    Craft Tutorials, Crafting, Holiday & Seasonal Crafts, Valentine's Day Crafts

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Use up your scrap ribbon and add a little flair to those trips to the market by making this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal.

    I’m a sucker for a pretty purse or a cute tote bag. My closet might be overflowing with them…

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    But you can never have too many bags or craft supplies. Am I right?

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Plus, when you make this cute tote bag, you’ll have the chance to clear out all those ribbon scraps you’ve been hoarding saving.

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    I made this bag Valentine’s Day gift to myself, but it would also make a great gift for your best gal pal. Or how about making a bunch to use as swag bags for your Galentine’s Day Party. (We’re friends, so you I’m going to admit to you that I have enough scrap ribbon to make LOTS of these cute tote bags!)

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    Supplies

    • Canvas tote bag
    • Assorted ribbon, rick rack and pom-pom trim
    • Fabric glue
    • Paper heart template
    • Disappearing fabric marker
    • Scissors
    • Iron

    Instructions

    First, wash, dry and iron the tote bag.

    Slide a piece of wax paper inside the tote bag so you don’t glue it together as you’re adding the ribbon.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Draw or print out a heart-shaped template. Cut it out and trace it onto the tote bag, using a disappearing fabric marker.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Choose the ribbon you want to use. I find it helpful to lay out the pattern before I start cutting to make sure I like how everything looks.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Once you’ve got the pattern sorted out, trim each piece of ribbon to fit the heart.

    Starting in the center, use permanent fabric glue to affix the ribbon to the tote bag. Use a thin layer of glue on the back of each piece of ribbon, making sure to cover to the edges. You may find it helpful to use a paintbrush to apply the glue.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Be sure that you are using permanent fabric glue, not temporary glue that is used for basting when sewing. You can also use iron-on Stitch Witchery or double-stick fabric tape, if you can find it, to attach the ribbon to the tote bag. But the glue is probably the least expensive and easiest option.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    I let the glue set for a few minutes before adding the next piece of ribbon or trim.

    Once you’ve completed the ribbon heart, glue pom-pom trim around the perimeter, covering any raw edges. I found it helpful to glue the trim in small sections, about an inch at a time. I let each section dry for a few minutes before adding more glue. This helped ensure that the trim was fully adhered to the tote bag.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Once you’ve glued the trim around the entire heart, cut off any excess. Allow the fabric glue to set for 48 hours before using the tote bag. When laundering your cute tote bag, follow the instructions from the glue manufacturer.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    I’ve used this same technique to make ribbon heart cocktail napkins, kitchen towels and T-shirts. And yes, even your sleeve!

    5 Ways to Add Your Personality to Your Decor

    A smaller project like napkins is a great way to use up scrap ribbon. Be sure to check out this post for more tips on adding embellishments to fabric without sewing.

    Don't throw away your ribbon scraps. Use the pieces to make this cute tote bag with a DIY heart decal. Perfect for those trips to the flower market or as goodie bags for a Galentine's Day party! #ribboncrafts #valentinesday #galentinesday #nosewproject #totebag

    Don’t miss these other cute Valentine’s Day ideas:

    Add a sweet touch to your holiday table with these cute and easy-to-make Valentine candy heart centerpieces made with conversation hearts. #valentinesday #candyhearts #conversationhearts #valentinescrafts #centerpiece

    Conversation Heart Centerpieces

    Treat your Valentine to one of these easy pie crust cinnamon sugar hearts. They're a great dessert on their own or you can use them to add a romantic touch to ice cream, pie or mousse.

    Cinnamon Sugar Pie Crust Hearts

    Mix up these sensual scented homemade bath bombs for Valentine's Day. Drop one in the bath for a luxurious soak that will leave your skin moisturized and fragrant. #CelebrationsOfHome

    Heart Shaped Bath Bombs

     

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