How to convert a skirt into handbag.

1.Measure from the waistband down to determine how deep you want the bag to be. 14” to 16” is a good depth but you can make it any size you like. Be sure to leave enough fabric for the handles when you cut it off or be prepared to make them out of another fabric.

2.Once you have the bottom of the skirt cut off, turn the skirt inside out. Hold the skirt with the sides of the skirt at the sides. Hold the front and back panels together and pin them before sewing them together. Run a stitch across the bottom of the skirt and then run another line of stitching next to it to insure a strong seam.

3.To create a flat bottom, pinch the sides of the bag at the bottom seam and then run a stitch across about 2 inches from the bottom seam. This will form a little triangle shape at the bottom of the bag, which will form a bottom for your bag when you turn it right side out.You don't have to have a flat bottom but it helps to stand up when you are trying to fill it with articles.