Back this month to share my new recycled bag project. Here is my pink cabled plarn purse crocheted with recycled newspaper sacks.
This project was crocheted using a plarn pattern that I created back in 2012. The original free pattern can be found here in which I used recycled plastic bags and some regular Red Heart yarn for the trim and strap. This new purse is crocheted entirely of recycled plastic bags. I have a picture tutorial on how to make plastic bag yarn from these newspaper plastic sleeves here.
Many people always ask me “How many bags does it take to make this?” Well, it all depends but my estimate is that you will need at least 25 bags. It can all depend on if you cut your bags wider, crochet tighter or looser. But have at least 25 recycled bags and you should be okay.
Best wishes and as always, contact me should you have any questions or need help with the pattern.
I will be trying this back as soon as I finish cutting up my many newspaper bags and making my plarn. So cute.
@Cathie – thanks and best wishes on your cabled purse. Let me know if you have any questions as you work the pattern.
cute