T-shirt Beach Bag Craft

Beach Bag???? Baby, it's cold outside, in so many parts of the world!  Am I crazy?  While that is often discussed, I thought it would be a fun, easy indoor project to make these simply totes.  With no sewing, I might add!

I'm just guessing, but is it possible t-shirts can propagate, stacked on top of each other, in the dark of the closet or cupboard, or in the corner of a bedroom or in the dirty clothes hamper or under a teenager's bed, inspired by the always growing family of dust bunnies thriving there?  Not sure? One thing is for certain, if you've supported a cause, had a family reunion, joined a club or won a prize, chances are you are the owner of a plethora of t-shirts.

I first saw this project a while back on Pinterest, I think. (If anyone knows who originated the idea, please comment below, and we, happily, will give them credit.) I was going to save it for this summer's annual Grammy Camp, but Ava couldn't wait to try it.  Neither could I. Since this was our first attempt, we didn't use a colorful shirt, but you'll get the idea of what to do from the pictures.  Have fun!

Step #1 - Cut off the sleeves and neck. Note the deep curve over the portion that covers the upper chest. The shoulder sections, which are left, will be the top of the handles.

Abby, is always available to help.

Step #2 - Smoothing the shirt flat, cut 1/2 inch strips from the bottom of the shirt, up 4 inches, cutting through the front and the back.

Step #3 - Now, simply tie each front strip to the back strip behind it.  We double knotted ours for safe keeping.  Once completed, you are done!

BONUS: Your pet has an instant shirt to wear from the neck piece you cut away! Trim the part by her feet so she/he doesn't trip then decorate at will.