This bag was woven out of 168 Juhla Mokka coffee bags. The size of the finished bag is 30x30x15 cm.
00:00 Intro
00:10 Making a template
02:50 Designing the pattern and cutting the strips
03:45 Folding the strips
05:03 Weaving
08:28 Setting the squares
08:49 Joining the squares
14:50 Finishing the edge
16:30 Finishing the seams
19:30 Last finishing touches
22:20 Adding a strap
24:30 Finished bag
Squares woven out of coffee bags can be used to make all kinds of baskets and bags. All you need to connect them is string (such as a gift wrapping string) and a needle or stick to thread the string t
...hrough the hinges formed at the edges of the squares. Stunning bags and baskets woven out of coffee bags are unique, practical and durable. And of course a great way to recycle used coffee bags!
For the weaving you need:
- empty coffee bags
- cardboard or paper (e.g. cereal packs are good)
- ruler
- a pen
- scissors
- clothespins or other clips
- durable wooden sticks or knitting needles
To join woven pieces, you need:
- string (e.g. gift wrapping string)
- a needle
- scissors
The size of the strips are 6,8 cm.
More info and instructions for coffee bag weaving in
The ends of the cords are carefully melted with a lighter. Be careful not to burn them or anything else! Only plastic materials can be melted. If you use natural fibres such as cotton, it will burn and not melt.
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