Rope bags

With a sewing machine and some rope you can make Gemma Patford's rope tote. It's the perfect size for housing your packed lunch, phone, keys and purse.

Bags by Mia Melange made in South Africa from locally sourced cotton rope | Available via Ichyulu.com, an online African Fashion concept store

Learn how to make a rope bag and build a fabulous tote bag, using your basic sewing skills and some humble rope. Perfect for the beach, market or picnics!

Did you know that you can craft a designer bag using just rope? Let The Skilled Woman show you how to do it! It was super easy and fun to make. You can use it