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Striped Canvas Tote Bag

Created On: May 14, 2012  |  Updated: August 23, 2021  |   49 Comments  

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I’m back in California! Chicago was a lot of fun but we’re glad to be home and back to our normal routines. We had activities planned from 9am-9pm everyday, which was fun and exhausting at the same time. Between New York and Chicago within a 2 week period, I’m ready for life to get back to normal. The kids really enjoyed Chicago but there were a few things I wish I had planned better. One of those being bringing something for my daughter to play with while we waited for the bus/taxi/train. It’s not anything we’re used to so it didn’t cross my mind that my toddler would get bored while waiting. As soon as we got back home I thought of a great idea to keep my daughter entertain on an upcoming trip next month. I decorated a small canvas tote bag to carry books, toys, or crayons in.

This may be the easiest craft project I’ve made. I simply purchased a small tote bag then used paint markers to paint stripes on it. Before we left I went shopping for some Elmer’s Painters at Walmart. I was excited to find out
that they now sell the paint markers individually for $1.97, which means I can pick
and choose what color(s) I need without having to buy a whole pack. I had a hard time narrowing down my choices.

I drew lines about 3/4 of an inch apart not worrying too much about how straight they were. I also only used one coat of paint to make the tote look weathered. After the paint dried I glued on a fabric rosette with some fabric scraps I had lying around.

It’s the perfect size for her miniature princess dolls. She was excited when I gave it to her and hasn’t let it out of her sight since. I like it so much I plan to make a large tote for myself. Then we’ll have customized mother and daughter tote bags. #ExpressYourself

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Cassie U.
10 years ago

This is super cute! I found this project on the Delightful Order link party. I think my daughter would love it! Thanks for sharing!

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Dee
10 years ago

This is a great idea! and great for kids. I will have to try this with my kids. I would love it if you would link up to The CSI Project.
http://www.thecsiproject.com
The challenge is chevron. every week is a new challenge and new giveaways. Come on over!

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Kimberly
10 years ago

So cute and summery! I love those pens, too.

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Katie {Sweet Rose Studio}
10 years ago

This tote bag is super fun and I could totally see my daughter carrying around all of her little princesses too. Great job!

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Brandy
10 years ago

Where did you find the canvas tote? I made a bag for one of my girls with one I found laying around the house but I have no clue where it came from! Thanks =)

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Dacia
10 years ago

this is just darling!

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Whatever DeeDee Wants
10 years ago

Love the bag. I am going to have to try out those markers.

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TidyMom
10 years ago

this is too cute!
thanks for linking up! I featured you post on my wrap up https://tidymom.net/2012/12-cool-ideas-for-summer/

Have a great weekend!

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Just Winging It
10 years ago

I am inviting you to come and be part of my blog hop:
https://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/05/show-your-stuff-24-bread-machine-banana.html

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Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista
10 years ago

So cute! What is it about little girls that they can’t get enough bags/purses/totes? they must be preparing to be grown ups:) My daughter just hoards them!

Jessica
stayathomeista.com

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Michele
10 years ago

This is too cute!! Love your blog!! You have such cute ideas!! New Follower!

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blissfulsewing
10 years ago

This is a great idea,thanks for sharing.Would love to try something like this.
http://www.blissfulsewing.blogspot.com

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Kerstie
10 years ago

Love, love, love this. Super cute and great color.

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Crafty Cousins
10 years ago

How fun! I love the colors. I’d love for you to link it up to Crafty Cousins. https://crafting-cousins.blogspot.com/2012/05/what-i-wore-sunday-week-16.html

~Natalie

Holla! We’re your newest followers! :)

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six sisters
10 years ago

This striped canvas tote bag is so cute!! We are so glad you came to another week of our fun “Strut Your Stuff Saturday”. Please join us again! -The Sisters

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Sara
10 years ago

This is just ADORABLE!! Would LOVE it if you would link this project up at my brand new Trendy Tuesday party going on right now!! https://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2012/05/trendy-tuesday-1.html

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JulieK
10 years ago

Oh, how cute and easy! My daughter will love this idea, thanks so much for sharing!

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[email protected] Delights
10 years ago

I love this little tote! I thought it was striped fabric when I saw it! I’d love for you to share the tutorial at my brand new link party: https://naptimedelights.blogspot.ca/2012/05/document.html

Thanks!
– Sarah @ http://www.naptimedelights.blogspot.com

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