Unlosable, Reusable Shopping Bag Holders/Covers

Lonely sock makes going green cute and easy!

Posted by Ravens Trove

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Since these are actually sewn to the bag, you'll never lose them!

Put them on a carabiner or other hook and attach them to your purse handle or shopping cart!

Add some BLING, fake flowers, have fun!

Now, I know this doesn't even compare to a Sock Sloth or the other cute projects BUT it makes me happy and is something I will use and do over and over again.

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You Will Need (3 things)

  • Ribbon or String
  • Reusable shopping Bag
  • Old Sock

Steps (6 steps, 10 minutes)

  1. 1

    This is from the original one I made using an old Christmas sock. But my lovely man laughed and stated he would never use it so I came up with a happy neutral which is the cover picture above.

    Harmony restored.

  2. 2

    This sock lost it's mate to the Dryer Monster.

    Cut the heel out of that sock.

  3. 3

    I worked with the end piece first.

    Stretch it as you sew it so that you'll be able to fit your bag in it later.

    Being a risk taker and incredible lazy, I sewed the hem with the string inside.

    (After doing a few, it's worth it to do this step properly and make the hem first then draw through the string.)

  4. 4

    Sew the booty to the inside of the reusable shopping bag. A firm stitch, about 1/4 inch.

    This will make sure you never lose your cover.

    Sew it on the back, exactly in the middle.

  5. 5

    Fold up your bag in half twice and roll up.

    Flip the cover over the top and draw the string.

  6. 6

    I added a carabiner so that I can hook them on my shopping cart and/or somewhere I won't forget in my car to remind me to grab them.

    Even this sad little Christmas sock has received several compliments. I think the new one will be a hit.

    I have an even smaller one I keep in my purse for unexpected purchases.

    Hope you enjoy!