I had so much fun making this easy-peasy tote bag. Wanna know the best part... it glows in the dark! This bag is the perfect size for library books, a quick grocery trip or a bunch of pretty vintage dresses. Have fun creating your own quirky tote!
Here's how I did it... 1. Supplies needed: A large blank tote bag, fabric paint, a pencil and a small and medium size paint brush. 2. First sketch a design on paper. It can be funny, sweet or silly. Mine is inspired by The Wizard of Oz. Then, sketch your design directly onto your tote. 3. Paint all the solid parts of your tote with a medium size brush. 4. Start adding details with a smaller brush. The stripes on the tights were the post time consuming part for me. 5. Finish adding details. Let your paint dry completely between each section to avoid smudging. 6. Last, but not least, use some glow-in-the-dark fabric paint to paint over just one detail on your tote. I did the stripes on the tights. The glow paint goes on clear. Use two coats. My tote took about 2 hours (not counting dry time)... Have fun!
I love how these first few weeks of Autumn have me feeling super inspired to make project after project. What's your favorite season for creating? xo. elsie
love it!!! its a good gift to give for christmas!
Posted by: chickything | September 19, 2011 at 01:11 AM
Love this! It's a great idea for Christmas presents, so cute.
Posted by: Hannah @ Good Now Day | September 19, 2011 at 01:32 AM
what a cute idea <3
Posted by: trisha | September 19, 2011 at 01:48 AM
wow! This is perfect! I love the idea of customizing my tote bags. I've tried painting them a couple of times. It's so much fun!
It's good that you're inspired again. Missed your DIY projects.
My favorite season for creating is Winter (Autumn is usually like a little colder Summer for us) because it's cold outside, I stay in with a hot beverage and brainstorm new ideas! :-)
Posted by: Angela | September 19, 2011 at 01:51 AM
aww! That's a very cute idea~
Posted by: Anna | September 19, 2011 at 01:57 AM
I love this, especially the stripy tights and red shoes. Lush! :)
Posted by: Ellie | September 19, 2011 at 02:01 AM
This is lovely! What a great way to restyle all my dull shopping bags!
My favorite season to create must be summer! There are so much things going on the streets and in the shops and they are where I can look for inspiration. =D
Posted by: fang ting | September 19, 2011 at 02:01 AM
I just love the print that you made, really cute!
Posted by: esteterier | September 19, 2011 at 04:29 AM
ooh, what does it look like in the dark?
Posted by: jos | September 19, 2011 at 06:10 AM
totally cute!
Posted by: Aubrey | September 19, 2011 at 08:12 AM
ahhh thats cute:)
Posted by: ginella from my messy girlfriend | September 19, 2011 at 09:01 AM
How cute!
Posted by: Rachel Mackin | September 19, 2011 at 09:33 AM
Super fun!
Posted by: Sarah Jane | September 19, 2011 at 09:50 AM
How adorable! Now I have to make a trip to hobby lobby... :)
fall is definitely my most creative tine, its a slower time of year, I start knitting again and feel the need to bake and sew! Fall, to me, is the most cozy time of the year
Posted by: vira dee | September 19, 2011 at 11:20 AM
So cute! Love the Wizard of Oz inspiration!
Posted by: Miranda | September 19, 2011 at 11:36 AM
This is such a cool idea - and just what I need for weekly library trips! Score again, Red Velvet crew!!
Posted by: Naomi | September 19, 2011 at 11:44 AM
When it starts getting cold out, I start feeling like staying inside more, so I start crafting more! I just learned to crochet last year, and I'm trying to finish a *huge* project (a blanket for my mother in law) for Christmas. Here's to hoping the fall temperatures keep me indoors and crocheting away.
Posted by: steffy | September 19, 2011 at 12:56 PM
I am completely in love with this. Like, IN LOVE! I have seen a few folks saying it would make a great Christmas present and I totally agree! Love it!
Kacie
http://www.acollectionofpassions.com/
Posted by: Kacie @ A Collection of Passions | September 19, 2011 at 01:51 PM
I love that it glows in the dark! Perfect for trick-or-treating with the little ones...or you know, by yourself
Posted by: Victoria@Victory Paper | September 19, 2011 at 01:57 PM
So cute! I just love all the fun D.I.Y.s you've posted.
-Britta
Posted by: Britta Cait | September 19, 2011 at 03:22 PM