Plastic Bag Rugs

reply to post by Hazelnut


I saw the thread title and thought, "Oh my god, this is going to be ridiculous".

But I must admit, I was very wrong. That's a very good job - looks very good! I'm well impressed.

reply to post by noonebutme


Here are a few interesting uses for plastic bags I haven't tried yet. After I discovered that I could use plastic bags to make rugs, I started looking around the net to see what other creative uses people have come up with.

Plastic Bag Fabric: Reclaiming Plastic Shopping Bags for Good

Braided Clothes Hanger

Plastic Bag Sandals

[edit on 20-8-2009 by Hazelnut]

Those rugs are terrific. What a great little rug for in front of the tub or kitchen sink!

Bit thumbs up for you!

I don't know how to crochet, but have thought of trying to do a braided one or maybe a hooked one.

reply to post by inthesticks


A long, long time ago ( ) I met a woman who made braided oval rugs from bread bags. I couldn't remember how she did it, but the rugs she made were exquisite. So, since I couldn't duplicate what I remembered, I improvised. Then after searching the internet, I discovered to my surprise and joy, that people have been recycling plastic for quite some time in the most creative ways. I so admire creativity!

I'm a bit creative in certain areas - I bead, cut and tumble rocks, do woodworking, used to do polymer clay, love creating rock and cactus gardens and have a done a couple of hook run from a kit - but have never tried crochet or knitting. I did have to take sewing back in the dark ages when I was in high school and my results were pretty scary! Could by why I have stayed away from any kind of activities associated with sewing. LOL! I can braid though. Used to be a macrame freak too.

Will see if I can find a vid on braiding plastic rugs. Of course, then I'll have to starting saving plastic bags again. I take whatever ones I end up with back to my local grocery store to recycle.

My wife makes crochet plarn bags, too. Its pretty durable, as she makes the strands about 2" and she uses a pretty small hook to make a really tight stitch. I have one she made that I use as dirty gym clothes holder - it breathes enough that my gym clothes don't mildew (I'm out a while before I make it home) while I'm out, and they keep the wet from getting all over my gym bag and making it reek.

I love this! Kudos to everyone on this thread who are creating and recylcing at the same time. You have all inspired me!

That's GORGEOUS and amazing!!!!

What a super way to recycle. Excellent.

awesome job OP on the recycle efforts.
the rugs are off the hook. very, very cool!!!
you could probably sell those at your local high-end boutique and make away with some grocery funds. (although i know they take some time to make)

thanks! you made my monday morning.