Sew Burlap Gift Bags by Maya Donenfeld

All levels | 21 min 19 sec

Introduction
Overview00:38

Materials
Materials01:14

Creating a Gift Bag
Creating channels and weaving03:48
Constructing a boxed-edge gift bag13:11

Final Presentation
Finishing and wrapping technique02:28

Taught by Maya Donenfeld

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“Reinventor” Maya Donenfeld shows you how to give new life to recycled coffee sacks by turning them into sweet gift bags. Using eco-friendly burlap, you’ll learn how to make two types of bags: a frayed sack with woven yarn detail and a tote bag with boxed corners and handles. Maya also gives tips for complementing your burlap with gift tags and greenery.

Here’s what you’ll need:

2 pieces of burlap, each measuring 9” x 14"
1 large piece of burlap, measuring 23” x 11"
Sharpie
Rotary cutter
Cutting mat
Scissors
Acrylic ruler
Sewing machine
Coordinating thread
Extra needles for sewing machine
Iron
Colored yarn
Tapestry or yarn needle
Jute twine
Gift tag
“Bits from nature” like pinecones, Evergreen branches, rosemary, etc.

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Learn how to:

Deconstruct a coffee sack
Create a frayed edge
Construct small sack and finish edges
Box corners of tote bag
Sew a doubled hem
Add handles
Wrap gifts with tissue, tags and greenery

What You'll Get:

Instruction on how to turn recycled coffee sacks into gift bags
3 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list
Step-by-step expert instruction from Maya Donenfeld
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other instructors