Upcycled Orange Bag

Needless to say I bought this bag of oranges just so that I could make a bag out of it. The oranges, from Point Reyes Station, we're great, however.
I wasn't sure how the bag will turn out, but I was pleased with the result. It was much easier and faster than I expected.
I made a simple lining to make the bag stronger, and it gave the entire bag a nice look. I used a light weight canvas as lining - it's light, strong, and pretty...

Step 1: Cutting the Lining

I measured the canvas for the bag's lining by placing the fabric on the orange bag, leaving 1cm seem allowances.

Step 2: Stabilizing the Lining

In order to stabilize the lining I sewed it to the orange bag from the outside.

Step 3: Shorten the Top

The original orange bag was too long, so I cut it short. I folded the lining on the outside, and made a hem. It fixed the top part and also looked nice.

Step 4: Preparing the Handles

I had this red and white band I bought years ago, and it fitted the colors nicely. I connected the band from the inside, making a square shaped pattern. I used the sewing machine mode that repeats each sew three times, to make it stronger.

Step 5: Done!

The bag is ready to use - now you can carry your oranges in style!