Garlic isn't the only one sold in sacks. Even onions come in these strong & sturdy holders. Because their size is notches bigger than the garlic sack, here's how I turned them from blah to Tada!: 
I snipped off the sealed tips and removed the labels. I closed one end using clear fisherman's twine/nylon thread (non-elastic) using an "insert & double knot" motion (you may use the sewing machine for this step). Just be sure that the end won't unravel and can carry several pounds of produce.Tada! I made a pouch! I turned it inside-out and sewed on a ribbon so that I can close the open end.
Every time I go to the farmer's market or grocery store, I'll take this with me together with my reusable tote bag. I'll use it as a produce sack and stuff it with fruits & vegetables. That way, I'll be avoiding those clear plastic bags!
It's best to make several produce sacks that will allow you to segregate your purchases -- your farmer or grocer will be thankful since they have to weigh these, too!How's that for a blah to Tada! idea?
aren't you crafty!!!
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ReplyDeleteyou are one creative gal with those onion sacks...i will have to start thinking twice before i toss them away...great ideas!
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Hi The Wild Raspberry & Rebecca! Thanks for leaving these really wonderful messages!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fabulous idea! I really like your blog and I will definitely be checking it out frequently. I take my own bags to the grocery, but it still bothers me that I have to use the plastic for my produce. Now I don't have to!
ReplyDeleteAwww, thanks Hannah! I still have to think of a water-proof version of this for veggies like scallions, carrots and herbs that can be a bit moist. In a future post, maybe =)
ReplyDeleteI LOOOVE all of your great garlic and produce sack ideas! They're so clever, and will be so very useful.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gemmifer...let's start saving all those garlic/onion sacks! =)
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