I've been in the mood for some new fall wardrobe pieces, so I decided to make my own! I stitched this little backpack from a lined men's plaid shirt I thrifted. Here's how:
Supplies: Plaid button up shirt, scissors, sewing machine lace ribbon or thin rope.
1. Begin by cutting off the sleeves, neckline, and (depending on the size of the backpack) the botton of the shirt. Stitch up the sides and bottom so that it creates a bag. 2. Next, create a loop on the top of the back with both ends open so that you can thread some type of ribbon or rope ribbon through. We used a lace ribbon for our backpack. Once you've thread the ribbon through, flip the back right side out. 3. With the remaining fabric from the sleeves, sew two straps that are roughly 20x2 inches. 4. Lastly, stitch them to the backpack by attached the two top ends on top of one another and the other ends on opposite sides.xoxo. Kinsey
So pretty! xo
Posted by: Michelle | November 01, 2012 at 04:58 PM
Cute!!!
Posted by: Meredith Adams | November 01, 2012 at 05:01 PM
So cute, I actually have a blue mens sweater exactly like this and I thinking I might give it a bash :-) Also, I love the top Kinsey is wearing! http://katyclouds.blogspot.com
Posted by: Katy Clouds | November 01, 2012 at 05:09 PM
I'm a total backpack girl. They are just so much more comfortable, better for your back, and super for bike rides when compared to over-the-shoulder bags (oh, and they don't wedge into your boobs either!).
I love this :)
Alli xx
Posted by: Alli | November 01, 2012 at 05:11 PM
I love the shirt's textile you used to make this DIY backpack, so pretty!
x
Posted by: Samantha | November 01, 2012 at 05:13 PM
very cute!
Posted by: Mrs. Baker | November 01, 2012 at 05:13 PM
Such a cute idea! This will be perfect for picnics :)
Posted by: LARY@ Inspiration Nook | November 01, 2012 at 05:16 PM
Cute idea, Kinsey! Also, that sweater. Because, obviously.
♥
Talia Christine
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Posted by: Talia Christine | November 01, 2012 at 05:19 PM
wow! such a great idea!!!
love it and definitely gonna use it.
Posted by: yarden | November 01, 2012 at 05:22 PM
I don't usually wear a backpack for any reason, but this idea will be great for a tote or other bag! Also, great sweater!
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Posted by: Kate | November 01, 2012 at 05:25 PM
Where did she get that sweater??
Posted by: Tia | November 01, 2012 at 05:30 PM
love this.
Posted by: karen stanton | November 01, 2012 at 05:30 PM
The cardigan is lovely!
Emma x
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Posted by: Emma | November 01, 2012 at 05:38 PM
What an adorable bag! I just can't get enough plaid flannel this year, it seems.
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Posted by: Molly | November 01, 2012 at 05:39 PM
Love love love your blog...so much it inspired me to create my very own. Thank you for creating a place of happiness & inspiration :))
Just getting it up & running...more content to follow :)
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Posted by: Heather van Munster | November 01, 2012 at 05:42 PM
super nice i love it :D
xx
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Posted by: Irene's Closet | November 01, 2012 at 05:44 PM
wow, I wouldn't have thought to make a shirt into a backpack
looks really good
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Posted by: Helen | November 01, 2012 at 05:44 PM
I agree that with a tiny bit of alteration it would make a smashing grand tote bag! Love that idea!
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Posted by: Tabetha | November 01, 2012 at 05:48 PM
This is so clever. I love Kinsey's sweater.
Jess
http://Jessicas-Wonderland.blogspot.com
Posted by: Jess Dynarski | November 01, 2012 at 05:53 PM
Super cute! I also just want to say how much I love those boots you are wearing.
Carlee
Almost Endearing
Posted by: Carlee | November 01, 2012 at 06:06 PM