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
I love this idea... perfect for personalized bags to take to the supermarket!
Posted by: Kerry | September 18, 2011 at 09:49 PM
That's so cool!! :) great idea!!
Kc
http://a-sparkley-silver-lining.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Kasey | September 18, 2011 at 09:56 PM
Super-duper cute. The stockings remind me of my rag dolls. I'm definitely adding this to my fall projects list!
Posted by: Sue May | September 18, 2011 at 10:05 PM
Everyone needs a good tote bag :) love this!
Posted by: CourtneyRae | September 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Love this! Such a cute idea, and your bag turned out beautifully! I'm so excited to make one! :]
Posted by: Mandy @ Miss Indie | September 18, 2011 at 10:31 PM
I've been LOVIN' your blog since the first time I found it! Thanks for putting some inspiration back into my life!
Posted by: Roda | September 18, 2011 at 10:34 PM
What a good idea! I love fall, and winter, for DIYing. The colors and weather are inspiring for cozy-ing in and creating :)
Posted by: Tawnie | September 18, 2011 at 10:41 PM
I always get really inspired in the autumn, as well. Even though I've been out of school for a while, it still feels like a new beginning! Plus, I really love autumn weather and produce!
Such a cute idea--I had no idea there was such a thing as glow-in-the-dark paint. It reminds me of a haunted house book I had as a kid that had glow-in-the-dark pages! How cute would a glow-in-the-dark haunted house bag be for Halloween candy?!
Posted by: Lauren | September 18, 2011 at 10:50 PM
Oh my gosh!! I love that sooo much! I collect Wizard of Oz things and this is one of the best I have ever seen!!! :D
Posted by: brianna | September 18, 2011 at 10:59 PM
very cute!! xo
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Posted by: dragon fruit | September 18, 2011 at 11:03 PM
so so cute. :)
Posted by: Shannon Marie | September 18, 2011 at 11:04 PM
Cool project Elsie! I'm going to feature it tomorrow on our FB! I work for the company that makes Scribbles (iLoveToCreate)!
Posted by: Alexa Westerfield | September 18, 2011 at 11:37 PM
PRECIOUS - awesome job
-grace
http://herumbrella.com
Posted by: grace | September 18, 2011 at 11:46 PM
Super cute idea! I saw some really cheap blank tote bags at our local craft store so I might do some designs on them as use them as gift bags this coming Christmas! Yay. Thanks!
Posted by: Candice | September 18, 2011 at 11:54 PM
Love! I want to make one with all daisies :-)
Posted by: Mary@SoSheDid | September 19, 2011 at 12:19 AM
What a sweet idea! I love your version. I've been thinking about making a tote bag for myself, and I think I might do it this week! Thanks for the inspiration :)
Posted by: LauraJane | September 19, 2011 at 12:23 AM
You are SOOOO creative! Love your blog so much! You are such an inspiration and an original.
Posted by: Lindsay @ Delighted Momma | September 19, 2011 at 12:48 AM
o my God so cute!! :)
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Posted by: irene wibowo | September 19, 2011 at 01:04 AM
You're a great painter & drawer, such a cute idea! I think I may try this with one of those many "green" grocery bags but cover w/ a diff fabric first.
Posted by: dusanabotswana | September 19, 2011 at 01:06 AM
What a cute idea! I'm going to have to make some myself. XO, RV
http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Rae Veda | September 19, 2011 at 01:08 AM