D.I.Y. Shoe Bag Tutorial by Betz White

I would consider myself to be a moderate sewer at best.  I've always wished I was better, but it just isn't gonna happen.  So when I came across this fabulous D.I.Y Shoe Bag Tutorial by Betz White yesterday I immediately filed it away as a "project I must do within the somewhat near future." Not only is it simple enough that I can manage to follow along, but it incorporates another one of my great loves...vintage bedding!

I also think that these bags would make the best gifts!  They'd be perfect for brides and bridesmaids and could be used for more than just shoes!  The possibilities are endless! 

{SHOES - from top to bottom}  Christa  |  Regina  |  Pompadour  |  Steffi  |  Amaya

If you love this project, then you'll also love Betz's etsy shop and book, Sewing Green.  xox Ez

Comments

[Molly]

I love this idea & just the idea of using vintage sheets in general. Could be used as gift wrap, to upholster storage boxes for the office, etc. The whole re-use of something beautiful is great! Thank you so much for sharing!

[Kathleen at Twig & Thistle]

What a lovely idea and such beautiful pictures! Great find and thanks for sharing! Off to make a few for myself ;)

[Sarah M.]

My mother in law makes shoe bags so I had her make matching ones for all my bridesmaids. It was a great gift. She ended up with extra fabric so also made matching travel jewlery pouches.

[Lizzy]

What a creative idea! I love the fact that it is all made out of vintage bedding. How neat!

[315thomas]

loving this... i have a huge collection of vintage fabric and linens, so this is the perfect project for me!

[Whatever Dee-Dee Wants]

Too cute! I love the colors!

[Laura Trevey]

lovely patterns... bright cheerful colors!!

[Amanda S.]

Where do you find vintage sheets? I love them!

[Ez]

Hi Amanda! I have found most of my collection in local thrift shops and a few of the pillowcases on etsy. Half the fun is the hunt for them! : )xoEz

[vicki]

I love these colorful vintage fabrics, Ez, and it's cool how you found shoes to coordinate. :)

[Carolyne]

Thanks for posting this! Right now, my husband is the tailor in our family until I practice enough to be the family seamstress. I can't wait until I'm good enough to try this one out!

[simplesong]

so cute ... love the fabric/prints!

[Kathleen Smith]

Such a clever idea and an excellent way to protect your precious pumps from getting nicked by other shoes.

I love discovering crafty little things that the kids and I can do at home, like this one. Bags like these, which are easy to make, have a variety of uses for all ages.

This project is simple to do, and light on the wallet if you don't already have the materials at home.

Keep 'em coming!



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[Anne A]

Wow what a brilliant idea, think they are so cute, love the colours too!!

[Ash]

oh my gosh!!! I love vintage bedding!! I have TONS! ... I think I may even have the same in that pic! hahaI want to make these!! I don't know how much I will use a shoe bag, but I love it!

[Becky Brocato]

what a great idea! i see lots of possibilities with this little project.

[rebecca]

great idea!

[Naomi Friedman]

Thanks for sharing this, Ez!

I got a sewing machine as a wedding gift a year ago and have yet to even take it out of the box... I just didn't know where to start...

This looks like a good project for me to kick start my sewing adventures :)

[brooke @ madison belle]

oh my gosh...love this idea as part of a gift for the bridesmaids. oh la la! perfect for them to tote their dress shoes to the wedding! definitely storing this in the back of my mind for the future!

[kelly]

Please tell me... where are the green pointed-toe flats from in the top picture? I think I need them :)

[Ez]

Hi Kelly! It looks like the shoes are from a past season at J.Crew. I don't believe they carry this particular style any more. : (xoEz