A couple of months ago
while browsing some blogs, I came across this tutorial of how to do canvas
totes with ruffles. I decided to give it a try and they all have turned out so
cute!! There are three options that you can use to do this. However, out of all
the options, I highly recommend getting a ruffler foot if you are going to do
ruffles on more than several occasions. They run around $12-$15 and you can get
them at your local craft store like Hobby Lobby, JoAnn’s, Hancocks, etc. You can also get different sizes of these tote bags anywhere and they aren't that expensive. These make great gifts!
Option 1: Use a glue gun instead of stitching. Just
line up your fabric (I used a white pencil to make sure I kept a straight line)
and ‘push’ the fabric making ruffles
Option 2: Make stitches using the widest stitch on
your sewing machine and pull the bottom thread. I did this a few times and when
I felt like I could go bang my head against a tree, I went and bought a ruffler
foot!! You might want to take a Valium beforehand..unless you have magic hands,
it’s a little frustrating!
Option 3: My favorite option! Use a ruffler foot!! I
used the setting 6.
So, first, iron your
fabric and fold over the edges, iron them and sew. Ironing makes it so much
easier and prettier. My OCD will have a fit if you don’t iron your
stuff..thanks.
Make markings on your
totes to make sure your fabric is aligned straight and pin. Then sew. I make
sure the bottom of the ruffle goes over the one on bottom.
Then I added pretty
ribbon, a flower that you can get a Walmart and of course….Bling. Because EVERYTHING
should have bling!
If you would like one made, to my etsy page.
Happy Sewing!
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