Introduction:

Candy bar wrapper purses are a creative, eco-friendly, and fun fashion accessory you can make yourself. With some basic crafting skills and an artistic eye, you can turn colorful candy wrappers into a unique purse that’s sure to grab attention. Here are four ways to create your own candy bar wrapper purse.

1. Basic Fold-and-Weave Method:

a. Collect candy wrappers: You will need around 100-150 wrappers for a small purse. Make sure they are clean and in good condition.

b. Fold the wrappers: Fold each wrapper into long thin strips (approximately 0.5 inches wide).

c. Weave the strips: Lay out several folded wrapper strips vertically, side by side, and weave horizontal strips through them to create a checkerboard pattern. Continue adding rows until the desired size is achieved.

d. Attach sides and bottom: Cut additional candy wrappers into squares, fold into small triangles or diamonds, and use them to attach the sides and bottom of the purse.

e. Add Handles: Use ribbon or candy wrapper chains to create handles.

2. Using a Mesh Base:

a. Buy or make a mesh purse base: Purchase a plain mesh purse at a craft store or weave your own from plastic canvas.

b. Decorate with candy wrappers: Cut and fold candy wrappers into shapes or decorative patterns and glue them onto the mesh base.

c. Protect with sealant: Apply a clear sealant over the decorated mesh to prevent damage to the wrappers.

d. Finish with handles: Attach handles or straps made from ribbon or recycled materials.

3. Crochet Candy Wrapper Purse:

a. Prepare your “yarn”: Cut the candy wrappers into strips about 1 inch wide, connect end-to-end using either knotting or folding methods to create “yarn.”

b. Choose a crochet pattern: Select your favorite crochet pattern or adapt one for a purse.

c. Crochet the purse: Crochet the purse using the candy wrapper “yarn.”

d. Add final touches: Line the inside with fabric if desired, and add handles or straps.

4. Sewn Candy Wrapper Purse:

a. Create a base fabric: Use a thin fabric (like muslin) as a base, cut to preferred purse size.

b. Attach candy wrappers: Cut and fold wrappers into desired shapes or patterns and either sew, glue, or use fabric tape to attach them onto the base fabric.

c. Sew the purse together: Using a sewing machine or hand-stitching, join the sides and bottom of the base fabric to form a purse.

d. Add lining and handles: Finish by adding lining (optional), handles, or straps made from recycled materials.

Conclusion:

Creating a candy bar wrapper purse is an excellent way to upcycle and express your creativity. Explore various techniques until you find your favorite method, then enjoy crafting purses that are not only eco-friendly but also fashion-forward accessories for any occasion.