Place-Mat Purse

A "People Call Me Martha" crafter shows off her Place-mat Purses.

Place-Mat Purse

Tools and Materials Cloth place mat
Pins
Cording, cut to desired length for handle
Needle
Thread (color complementary to place mat)
Scissors
Zipper, Velcro, or snaps (optional)

Place-Mat Purse How To
1. Fold a place mat in half widthwise, so that right sides are facing each other.

2. Pin the ends of the cording to the inside edges near the top of bag. Sew cord to mat to secure in place.

3. Pin the rest of the open sides together. Stitch together both sides, then remove pins.

4. Create a gusset bottom by pulling the sides apart and sewing straight across to create a triangle shape.

5. Flip bag right side out and push out the corners.

6. The easiest closure option is to leave the top open, but you can also sew a zipper on, add Velcro, or attach snaps.

Resources Cording can be found at most trim and fabric stores.

Special Thanks
Special thanks to viewer Linda Walters.

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