Make sure to wash, dry and press the fabric so the DIY foldable reusable grocery bags end result has fewer flaws or issues. Measure and cut out your fabric. A cutting tip, Fold your fabric so that your selvage ends line up together across the bottom of your cutting mat. Fold again so that the top fold touches the selvage ends.

To make a reusable grocery bag, first create the pattern in craft paper. This makes it easier than measuring directly onto the fabric. Then, cut the grocery bag pieces, including the outside, lining, handles, and pocket. For this particular reusable grocery bag, I am using black canvas for the outside, 100% viscose for the lining, and tie dyed cotton for the handles and pocket.

If you don’t like using paper, or some other kind of disposable bags, you probably already own a tote bag for groceries. This one, however, is different because it isn’t made with one of those plain grocery bags patterns. Instead, it’s made with a folding grocery bag pattern.

Make several bags so you can carry the weight evenly. Now, get ready to sew some eco-friendly totes! Strong utility fabrics, such as canvas or denim, work best for a grocery tote, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring. Look for bold prints -online or from a variety of fabric stores- so you have lots of choices.