Upcycling is a huge trend in the DIY community and people are getting a ton of ideas on what and how to do it right.
One of the latest trends is making stuff out of the iconic 99-cent polypropylene IKEA tote bag. Check out these awesome ideas people have used it for.
1. Fanny Pack
No need to go out and spend a pretty penny for the latest designer fanny pack. Why don’t you just make yourself one using the Ikea bag?
2. Denim Bag
Get on the denim bandwagon with this super cool idea to upcycle the Ikea bag into a fashionable denim tote bag. I’m actually really loving this.
3. Mini Dress
Wow, how cool is this super cute and sexy mini dress made entirely out of the Ikea tote bag? Apparently, no glue was even needed. So creative.
4. Ikea Shoe
Now, this shoe is almost entirely made out of the Ikea tote bag. I wonder if it’s actually comfortable to wear. How do you like this design?
5. Bedazzled
And if you can’t reuse the entire Ikea bag why not just use it as an added touch to your clothing like it was used here with denim.
6. Messenger Bag
This is such an adorable way to transform the typical look of the Ikea bag into a functional messenger bag for your little one. Super cute.
7. Ikea Hoodie
And here’s another interesting idea of adding some parts of the Ikea bag into the design of this hoodie. I like how they kept the iconic blue.
8. Cute Hats
Keep the sun away in the summer with these handy and may I say really cute Ikea hats. These are definitely perfect for the kiddos.
9. Ikea Mask
And if you’re one of those people that is trying to avoid germs like the plague this Ikea mask might be right up your alley. Wow, interesting.
10. Ikea Sneakers
Sneakers have come such a long way in terms of unique designs so adding some Ikea touches here is both fun and stylish. Don’t you think?
11. Baseball Cap
Here’s another take on an IKEA inspired hat design. This time the old baseball cap gets an upgrade with this cool and funky idea. Digging it?
12. Backpack
I’m absolutely loving this idea of making a backpack out of the Ikea tote bag. I would totally do this if I knew how. I totally want this.
13. Party Dress
And get a load of this really pretty party dress that’s the perfect example of creative use of the Ikea tote bag. This screams fun to me.
These really creative designs are making me think of the IKEA tote bag quite differently.
I don’t think I’ll ever look at it in the same way again.
