Love the beautiful lavender around this time of year? Think it is a shame when it all goes to waste in a few weeks time? Don’t have the time (or inclination) to sew a lavender bag or little lavendar pillow? Look no further. No Sew Lavender Bags are here.
This is so ridiculously easy, that I am not even sure it is “worth writing a tutorial” about. If you have seen my no sew bunting or no sew apron, you will know what I am on about and hopefully agree with me.
Materials: What you will need is some pretty fabric scraps, wonderweb (or BondaWeb in the US?), dried lavender (cut fresh lavender, place in a paper bag and hang to dry), a hot iron & two tea towels (to protect the iron and ironing board).
Step 1) Cute out two squares, but “wrong” sides together – i.e. you will not be turning these inside out. Pretty side out pleased!
Step 2) Place strips of WonderWeb along 3 sides and iron hot until it is properly sealed. Turn round and iron reverse, just to make sure it is really bonded
Step 3) Fill with lavender
Step 4) Add fourth strip of WonderWeb and iron hot. The fourth strip is the trickiest, as you will not get the central and therefore hottest part of the iron on it, so make sure you really have melted the WonderWeb. If necessary, let cool and repeat
Step 5) Trim edges to neaten.
Variations:
For him: I used old shirts and jeans
For her: Iron on a piece of ribbon (using wonderweb)
For hanging: add a ribbon “loop” to one of the first 3 edges, so you can hang from a coat hanger (only thought of this AFTERWARDS)
ENJOY! And happy smelly drawers.
(PS make these now and use as fabulous stocking fillers near Christmas or surprise someone by sending one through the post!)
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jfb57 says
This is such a great post! How simple! I love lavendar but because you only need little bags have always felt it too fiddly to bother! Brill!
Michele says
sweet and simple, and, aaaaaah, smells so good!
Erin @ MakingMemories says
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by! Of course you can post my projects on here! And thanks for linking back to me! I would be honored. You have great ideas on your blog. I love it!
http://www.makingmemorieswithyourkids.blogspot.com
coloradolady says
What a great idea!!
threeundertwo says
Another great idea! I have several kinds of lavender in my front yard right now, you’re inspiring me to get out there and keep them. I love that smell. Thanks for linking up to Finished for Friday.
Red Ted Art says
Oh yes you must I am tempted to knock on one of my unknown neighbours doors and ask for some of theirs (in return for some little bags) 😉
ale balanzario says
Great idea, good tutotial, perfect gift for a special person.
Natasha says
This is a great idea and one project that even I could handle-thanks for posting it!
Best wishes,
Natasha.
Red Ted Art says
Oh yes, have a go!! Only tricky bit is that 4th edge!!
Chari says
Hello…
Don’t you just love the “no sew” method of things? Hehe! This is truly a quick and easy project but with a fabulous outcome! I love little lavender sachets! I looked for lavender at our local nursery this year…to no avail! Of course, I live in the “sticks”…and we don’t always have a wide variety of options when it comes to plants and flowers. Maybe next year! Thanks so much for sharing this great project with us for Sunday Favorites today…great post, my friend!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
Red Ted Art says
Oh what a shame… but if you are lucky enough to a have a neighbour nearby with lavender…. Thank you for hosting fab link up party! X
Miss Bloomers says
Great idea…I must make these for gifts…want a great idea! Thanks for sharing,
Miss Bloomers
Red Ted Art says
They are gorgeous sent through the post!!!!!
Beeutiful by Design says
What a great idea! I love smelly drawers- oh – you know what I mean 🙂 Jennifer
Happier Than A Pig in Mud says
A cute fast project, very nice!
Dee says
I have a ton of lavender in my front garden right now, and it is just starting to turn a little brown so this is perfect! No sew is right up my alley!!
Red Ted Art says
Oh perfect! I can smell it all already!! Lovely!
Nestygirl says
What a cute idea! I love lavender, it’s smells so pretty and clean!
I’m visiting from I Made the World Cuter Monday. Have a great day!
Kaysi @ Keeping It Simple says
So fun, I love that it is no sew too!
Red Ted Art says
The No Sew is the best bit….
J. Hill says
Thanks for linking up to the Mad Skills party!
Pati @ A Crafty Escape says
What a neat idea!
Red Ted Art says
Thank you!
Clarissa Emily says
Wonderful! I used to put lavender sachets under my son’s pillow to help him sleep. I LOVE lavender! Thanks~ Clarissa (I found you on Anything Related!)
Red Ted Art says
Yes, I was thinking of putting it in my children’s bed. Lavender is so calming! Will have to make some more! Enjoy making some!!
MessyMissy says
Ok, I’ve gotta try this Woder Web stuff. And, I absolutely adore lavender. I fill my house with the smell. It is so calming.
Red Ted Art says
Oh you must, it really is brilliant – especially for No Sew Bunting!!
Bethany @ The Paper Pony says
What a great idea. I love the smell of lavender and it’s such a great kids craft idea! Of course you should post it!
All Thingz Related says
We appreciate you joining us this week at Anything Related!
{Rebekah}
ldyjarhead says
I don’t sew, but even I could make these in a jiffy. What a cute idea!
Audra says
Awesome! I sew everything but I might just have to try wonderweb, just to mix things up a bit 😉
This would be a great gift for my mom! Thanks for socializing with me Monday til Sunday.
Its Sew Stinkin Cute says
Ok, so I totally need to pull some of that out and fix my pants, that is a really neat thing to do and the stocking stuffer idea is great! Thank you for linking to It’s Stinkin’ Cute Craft Thursday!
Red Ted Art says
…and if you can’t fix your pants, you can use the fabric to make some lavender bags!
Nova says
Brilliant! I like the no sewing involved. Just paid a fortune for some….damn it! Must look out for lavender because we don’t have any in the garden.
Junker Newbie Stephanie says
Just an easy and wonderful idea! I actually purchased some dried lavender and have some left from a project. woohoo!
Red Ted Art says
Perfect! 🙂
ShannonSews says
I love lavender – perfect way to capture and save that lovely scent!
angie says
love it how simple and cute perfect craft for me
Bernadette - Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas says
I can just smell this now! I am not into sewing so this is such a great idea for me!
Thank you for linking up another fab idea to the Sunday Showcase – hope to see more at tomorrow night’s linky party!
Bernadette
http://momto2poshlildivas.blogspo
Red Ted Art says
See you there 😉
I have to say, I am slowly becoming a sewing convert!
Gathered and Sown says
I just planted some lavender bushes in my front yard…can’t wait to make some of these! Thanks!
Maggie says
This is perfect for drawers…
I’m inviting you to add this to our linking party at
http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/07/american-pickers-with-linking-party.html
Have a great week,
Maggie
Crystal Jigsaw says
As someone who can’t even sew a button on but loves the aroma of lavender, this is a fabulous idea. Thanks for the tutorial. I think even I will be able to manage this one!
CJ xx
Red Ted Art says
Hooray!! Have fun and I did like making these.. having said that, I have since become a sewing convert…
Red Ted Art says
(Maggie – thanks for the link up invite.. have joined!)
Marianne says
Oh, my, how perfectly easy and delightful, Maggy!! WonderWeb strips! – Oh, my goodness, I’ll have to get that! Amazing – COL (chuckle out loud)..What a wonderful idea. Thanks for the tutorial.
Have a glorious day,
Marianne
Kassandra @ Coffee and their Kisses says
Hello! I’m Kassandra @ Coffee and their Kisses. I featured this here at my blog. I hope you’ll stop by and grab a featured button. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Rebecca English says
Going to have to give this a go. We’ve had a bumper crop of lavender…
http://1978rebecca.blogspot.com/2011/07/silent-sunday_30.html
Amanda says
Hi Maggy! I just wanted to tell you about my newest blog 🙂
It’s called Fun Family Crafts, and it’s a library of craft tutorials geared at kids of all ages. I would love it if you’d stop by and submit this to be featured! (I link to you, I don’t post your tutorial on the site) Feel free to submit as many kid friendly craft tutorials as you like! http://funfamilycrafts.com/
mummiafelice says
No sew? Ohhhhh this is *perfect* for me!!! hehehe! Love this idea!
Red Ted Art says
Amanda – Yes yes yes! Will come and submit! Thank you for the invite 🙂
Was on holiday so all a bit behind!
Mummiafelice – have another “no sew” coming this week!!