How to Make a Baby Bib Purse

Reuse a cherished baby bib to design a sentimental purse for a women expecting her first child. Give a baby bib purse as a shower gift or put together a purse that's a stunning fashion statement. Use any style bibs to create endless variations and versatility that involves very little sewing. Read on to learn how to make a baby bib purse.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Two baby bibs
• Sewing machine
• Thread
• Scissors

1. Place two identically sized baby bibs together with the decorative sides facing each other. Fasten each bib as if it's around a baby's neck.

2. Slip a wire coat hanger in between the top part of the bibs before stitching around the edges to make a purse that has a handle. Sew in a straightened wire hanger along the inside edge for a more structured bag.

3. Stitch all along the outside edges of the bibs with the sewing machine and a complimentary color of thread. Snip the thread with scissors from the bibs once they are completely sewn together.

4. Turn right side out. Line up the neck area of the bibs to create a purse handle. Cut and sew smaller pieces of material to the inside or outside of the bag to make pockets.

Tips & Warnings

• Vinyl backed bibs make good purses for storing wet things. When using thin cloth bibs, consider sewing in an extra lining of material for a sturdier, more opaque look.
• Bags may be embellished with any kind of decorative elements that can be stitched on the outside of the purse.