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Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Small Snack Bags

This article, Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags, is sponsored by the VELCRO® Brand. All opinions are 100% my own.

Now that school is well underway, I thought I’d share a great back-to-school hack by making inexpensive recycle bags into reusable snack bags for school lunches. VELCRO® Brand Sticky Back for Fabrics was perfect for this project. VELCRO® Brand products make it easy to plan, stay organized, and get crafty. They allow you to put up a corkboard in seconds to proudly display artwork or outstanding test scores, stay organized and create fun DIY projects. Use them to create a family calendar, keep track of homework assignments or chores in a spot that is easily viewed by all family members. Here is how to make these simple no sew recycled snack bags.

Time: 15 Minutes

Materials:

  • Recycle Bag
  • Duct Tape
  • VELCRO® Brand Sticky Back for Fabrics
  • Scissors
  • Cutting Mat
  • Rotary Cutter (optional)

Instructions:

I try to avoid using plastic bags as much as possible. I have been using recycle bags at retail stores and grocery stores for the last four years. My trunk is filled with them. These days, they come in so many fun colors and patterns.  These were $1.50 each.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags

For a sandwich sized snack bag, cut a clean recycled bag into a 15”X6” piece. A rotary cutter and cutting mat makes this step very quick and easy.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags (1)

Fold up the bottom at 5.5” and use duct tape to secure the sides.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags with Duct Tape

Cut two 5” strips of VELCRO® Brand Sticky Back for Fabrics. Peel away the release liner and press the adhesive side onto the inside lip of the flap. Place the matching side on top, peel the release liner, and close the flap. Allow it to set for 24 hours.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags with Velcro

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags (4)

This bag is the perfect size for a sandwich.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Sandwich Bags

You can make them any size you wish, depending on your kid’s favorite snacks. Best of all, they are lightweight and fit nicely in various lunch bags.

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags DIY

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags DIY Inspired

Tip: When washing you snack bags use cold or warm water. Do not use hot water in order to protect the fastening.

I made these three snack bags with one side of a recycle bag, so you can make six snack bags for only a few dollars. I hope you give it a try!

Recycle Bags Turned Reusable Snack Bags (9)

Thank you to VELCRO® Brand for sponsoring this post.

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  1. Michele @ The Scrap Shoppe says

    September 30, 2015 at 11:45 am

    This is SUCH a genius idea, Dinah!!

    Reply
    • Dinah Wulf says

      September 30, 2015 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you, Michele!

      Reply
  2. Leanne says

    September 30, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    This is such a great idea! I love how they turned out!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      October 1, 2015 at 7:28 am

      Thank you, Leanne! So easy!

      Reply
  3. T Berokoff says

    October 2, 2015 at 7:02 am

    I LOVE these! Anything “no-sew” is awesome! I’m making some for my art supplies! Another great idea Dinah!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      October 2, 2015 at 7:06 am

      Thank you, T!

      Reply
  4. Penelope Dowd says

    November 25, 2015 at 6:10 am

    This is so lovely idea! My girls will definitely enjoy making their own snack bags, and also will learn some more about recycling. I’m trying to teach them that they don’t have to throw away all the things the don’t need anymore and that they always can find another purpose of old stuff. Thank you for this great inspiration!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      November 25, 2015 at 6:20 am

      Thank you so much for stopping by, Penelope!

      Reply
  5. Keri says

    January 15, 2016 at 8:42 am

    I love how easy you made these look. I *can* sew, but I love a project where I don’t need to!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      January 15, 2016 at 10:03 am

      Thanks, Keri!! I get so lazy taking my sewing machine out. This is the next best thing!

      Reply

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