Summary

Duvy McGirr repurposed a skirt into a tote bag, two zipper pouches, a padded tablet tote, and small utility pouches, documenting the process and sharing the results with a focus on photography.

Abstract

Duvy McGirr, a DIY enthusiast and photographer, has creatively transformed an old skirt into a variety of practical items. The project began with the conversion of the skirt into a tote bag and two zipper pouches, utilizing the fabric's vibrant colors and texture. McGirr regretted not photographing the initial stages but provided images of the final products. The leftover fabric was not wasted, as it was fashioned into additional pouches, including a padded tablet tote with a zipper for an iPad, phone, and wallet. The article concludes with McGirr expressing satisfaction with the utility and aesthetic of the finished items, which also include small utility pouches for organizing sewing supplies. The author invites readers to view more of their sewing projects through links to related articles.

Opinions

McGirr expresses enjoyment in the process of creating practical items from an old skirt, highlighting the personal satisfaction derived from upcycling.
There is a sense of pride in the ability to continue using a beloved fabric in new ways after the original garment no longer fits.
The author values the multi-purpose aspect of the zipper pouches, suggesting they are both versatile and convenient.
McGirr is pleased with the outcome of the padded tablet tote, indicating it was a desired item that turned out well and met specific needs.
The creation of small utility pouches is seen as a way to maintain organization within a hobby, reflecting an appreciation for order and efficiency in creative work.
By sharing the process and results, McGirr implies that documenting and photographing DIY projects is an important part of the creative journey, worth sharing with others.

DIY PROJECTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY

Photographing and Sharing My DIY Sewing Projects

From a skirt to bags

DIY Tote Bag- Project and Images by: ©Duvy McGirr

I turned a skirt into a tote bag and two zipper pouches for this first sewing project.

Typically, I photograph each step for my DIY projects; however, for this project, I don’t know why I forgot to photograph the skirt before cutting it. Also, I will only show the end products to keep this post short.

Tote Bag

Creating this tote bag was a fun project. I love this fabric’s bright colors and texture, and since the skirt no longer fits me, I thought I could still use this lovely fabric in a different form.

Multi-purpose Zipper Pouches

Two zipper Pouches- Projects and Images ©Duvy McGirr

With the leftover fabric, I made two multi-purpose zipper pouches, one for my daughter and one for me.

Multi-purpose zipper pouch- Project and Images ©Duvy McGirr

These handy pouches have multi-purpose use. As seen in the images above, I can use it as my glasses pouch or for carrying my phone and wallet inside.

The skirt went a long way.

Padded Tablet Tote

Padded Tablet Tote- Project and Images ©Duvy McGirr

I’ve wanted a tote bag with a zipper for my iPad and thought I would try it. I had this fabric left over from an earlier project, and I also had some padding. I sewed this well-fitted bag for my iPad, which can also fit my phone and wallet. I am happy with the results.

Small Utility Pouches

Small Utility Pouches- Projects and Images ©Duvy McGirr

Lastly, here are four small utility pouches I made to help keep my sewing supplies organized.

I hope you enjoyed seeing the continuation of my sewing bag projects. Thank you for stopping by and reading my article. Please feel free to read my other two sewing articles here.

Photographing Your DIY Projects

A follow-up on my sewing bag journey

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I Got a Sewing Machine for Mother’s Day

Upcycling material from around my home to create tote bags

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