DIY No Sew Clutch

You know that saying: Necessity is the mother of invention? I’d like to propose a revision. Laziness is the mother of invention. At least when you’re a crafter…specifically a crafter named Amber.

If it ain’t easy, I want no parts of it. If it takes more than two tries, don’t even talk to me about it. If it has, “no-sew” in the title – sign me up!

Summer is almost here and I’m giving you everything you need to be the cutest gal in town with this DIY no sew clutch. It’s a winner and perfect for toting around your summer essentials: phone, lipgloss, keys, phone, sunnies, husband’s credit card.

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

You’ll need:

  • a small tote bag, you can pick these up at Hobby Lobby or most craft stores
  • a zipper that is just an inch or so longer than the tote bag
  • scissors
  • a hot glue gun
  • a strip of felt (not pictured)
  • magnetic snaps (not pictured)

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut the straps off the tote with scissors and turn it inside out // Place a strip of hot glue directly onto the top of the zipper // Place one edge of the inside out tote onto the hot glue // Place a strip of hot glue on the other side of the inside out tote bag // Place the other side of the zipper onto the strip of hot glue // Use the hot glue gun to adhere a strip of felt over the edge of the zipper. This will protect the zipper edge and keep it from lifting. // Turn the bag right side out //  Attach the magnetic snaps according to the package instructions to create a foldover clutch.

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

I adhered a piece of scrap fabric on to the foldover portion of the clutch to give it a little more color. This is totally up to you! Get creative. Even a simple leather tassel can add a little sumthin’ sumthin’ to your DIY no sew clutch.

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

Create a DIY No Sew Clutch with a mini canvas tote bag and just a few adjustment

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About Amber

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.

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