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Repurposed Placemat Purses

This 'Henry Happened' DIY Tote Has a Hippy Feel to It

— May 10, 2013 — Art & Design
If you want to revamp your accessory collection without spending all your cash, then this 'Henry Happened' DIY tote lets you make a casual and chic carrier. It also uses the most unlikely material: a placemat.

Conventionally, placemats are used as placeholders and as a means to keep food off the kitchen table; however, this Henry Happened tote utilizes the placement as a means to create a crossbody purse. Crossbody purses are the best because there is no fussing with their straps and they keep your hands free.

In order to create this bag you'll need a woven placement, wooden beads, a parachute cord and some embroidery thread. The tutorial entails folding the placemat in half, stitching it together and attaching the desired length of strap. Don't forget to add some tassels and wooden beads to this bag to add a little boho touch.
Trend Themes
1. Repurposed Placemat Accessories - Opportunity to innovate by repurposing unconventional materials into fashionable accessories.
2. DIY Fashion - Opportunity to tap into the growing demand for unique and personalized fashion items through DIY projects.
3. Crossbody Bags - Opportunity to design and create convenient crossbody bags that offer hands-free functionality and ease of use.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - Fashion industry can explore sustainable and innovative ideas by incorporating repurposed materials into their accessory lines.
2. Craft and DIY - Craft and DIY industry can capitalize on the growing interest in DIY fashion projects by offering tutorials, supplies, and inspiration.
3. Handbag Manufacturing - Handbag industry can develop crossbody bags that cater to the demand for convenience and hands-free functionality, utilizing innovative design and materials.
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