I turned two Dollar Tree dish drying mats into WHAT???

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  • Опубликовано: 13 июн 2024
  • Here is my latest Dollar Tree flip! It’s a water resistant wet bag made for less than $5!
    Materials List:
    2 Large Size Dish Drying Mats
    1 Underbed Storage Bag
    1 Fat Quarter
    This is a very beginner friendly project but if the lining stresses you out - just use fabric instead of the plastic bag fabric and make a regular bag instead!
    I believe in you and I am SO proud of those of you who have dusted off your sewing machines and tried something new! Keep up the good work!
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Комментарии • 232

  • @cindyburgner4287
    @cindyburgner4287 Месяц назад +28

    To waterproof the seams, use seam sealer that is used for tents. It prevents rain from leaking into the tent even during heavy storms. It should work here, too.

    • @walkbyfaith2874
      @walkbyfaith2874 Месяц назад +2

      Where do you purchase seam sealer?

    • @cindyburgner4287
      @cindyburgner4287 Месяц назад +4

      I learned about seam sealing tents from watching this very detailed video from Luke from the Outdoor Gear Review. I tried to link it, but it didn't work. Sorry! Do a search for his channel and seam sealing tents. You can get seam sealer from Amazon, Walmart, any sporting goods stores, Lowe's, Home Depot, etc. I hope this helps.😊

    • @sherrelstroot3034
      @sherrelstroot3034 Месяц назад

      This is very helpful. Thank you!

  • @phylliswindus9535
    @phylliswindus9535 Месяц назад +11

    This would be perfect for the boat - one for dry clothes - one for wet suits! Love this!

  • @joycespecht3038
    @joycespecht3038 Месяц назад +14

    My little sister is always telling me that I am doing things wrong - I have learned to be patient with her and tell her "I like doing things the hard way". lol

    • @kiviabrown2335
      @kiviabrown2335 Месяц назад +2

      Me too I learned how to do things the hard way

    • @JL-il6vk
      @JL-il6vk Месяц назад

      I also learned how to do things the hard way! LOL.

    • @user-ji4em9td7c
      @user-ji4em9td7c День назад

      @@kiviabrown2335qq

  • @Leesie77
    @Leesie77 Месяц назад +10

    I’m thinking of making this bag as a cold/hot bag by either using Dollar Tree hot/cold bags or the car window shade reflector for lining

  • @jenniferowens1346
    @jenniferowens1346 Месяц назад +7

    I am having so much fun with these! I have been trying to come up with how to make a casserole carrier or warm cover for a casserole for the holidays when I am always entertaining and going to family gatherings?🤔 any ideas lol. I work in a hospital so we are always brining in food and giving small little gifts to one another for something. These casserole covers would be amazing as gifts for this with the casserole as a house warming gift too!!!!!! Thank you Chelsea❤

    • @susanm9078
      @susanm9078 Месяц назад

      Great idea. I am going g to make one using the drying mats!

    • @jenniferowens1346
      @jenniferowens1346 Месяц назад

      @@susanm9078 let me know how it turns out ❤️

  • @DragonSoulRising2745
    @DragonSoulRising2745 Месяц назад +3

    Thank you! This was a great idea and a fun project to create. I have a few ideas to share. Those little squares left over from cutting the dish mat corners, when sewn together, make a great coaster. I set my 4 little squares on a nice scrap of fabric and sewed them down. Another suggestion would be, if there is a coordinating tea towel (like with the fun seasonal mats) you could use this fabric for the handle and the zipper pull cover thingies so the colours and textures match. Looking forward to seeing what comes next! **Edit** I forgot to mention that during the sewing of the slippery plastic fabric where you clip it to the the zipper, during the sewing I had a hard time convincing that plastic to play nice so I used more of my clips all the way around anchoring that slippery stuff to the dish drying mat better. I had less traveling of the plastic layer as I was sewing.

  • @farahmohammed9947
    @farahmohammed9947 Месяц назад +12

    I love your creative thinking. The wet bag came out perfect.

    • @shesewsseams
      @shesewsseams  Месяц назад

      Thank you so much!

    • @farahmohammed9947
      @farahmohammed9947 Месяц назад +1

      I'm a beginner in sewing. Watching your videos inspires me to sew and hearing you say that nothing is perfect encourages me. Thank you​@shesewsseams

    • @MsWhtchocolate
      @MsWhtchocolate Месяц назад

      ​@farahmohammed9947 I'm right there with you. She is sooo easy to follow. We got this💪

  • @jackqueline50
    @jackqueline50 Месяц назад +3

    Love! I have a suggestion for the sticking of the plastic on the machine - you can use wax paper or parchment paper underneath or put some scotch tape on the presser foot. I preferred the paper😊. I enjoy your craft ideas and encouragement. One wet bag coming up!

  • @kimkroll3947
    @kimkroll3947 Месяц назад +3

    The handle of the underbed storage is perfect size for zipper tabs. I went on a "Chelsea" $tree shopping trip. Because of your videos, I am obsessed with creating things from the dish drying mats. Thank you.

  • @daphnemartin
    @daphnemartin Месяц назад +9

    I'm near obsessed with these drying mat bags! My daughter, mom, nieces, and sisters are reaping the benefits, too.😊 I've learned so much. Thank you for making these videos.

  • @chandrasutton4669
    @chandrasutton4669 9 дней назад

    Great swimsuit bag!!!😊🎉❤

  • @deanie12000
    @deanie12000 Месяц назад +2

    I can't wait till my Dollar Tree gets these drying mats... so far, they are lollygagging! LOL
    I love this bag, great job!.

  • @patsyrosas6330
    @patsyrosas6330 Месяц назад +7

    This is officially my new favorite channel!

    • @shesewsseams
      @shesewsseams  Месяц назад +1

      Well thanks!

    • @karlalove2763
      @karlalove2763 Месяц назад +1

      ME TOO!!!!!!

    • @margaretbostwick1237
      @margaretbostwick1237 Месяц назад +1

      Me too! Love this channel

    • @olgarivera4145
      @olgarivera4145 Месяц назад

      Like the bag you made and I like how you talk and explain everything nice and slow so everyone can see and understand what you're doing. I guess you do learn something new everyday. Well I least I do. Thanks for showing me your wonderful work.

  • @lorahorsley194
    @lorahorsley194 2 дня назад

    I love your wet bag! I’m new to your channel and I’ve been binge watching you most of the afternoon! Love all your ideas so far, makes me want to go to the dollar tree!

  • @carlyk502
    @carlyk502 Месяц назад +2

    Chelsea, I love it!!!! I always look forward to watching your videos. You’re witty, hilarious, sassy, & very motivational in getting people to just take a chance. Like Nike: Just Do It! All in, or nothing & all. Just give it your best effort. I consider myself an experienced sewist, yet you’re able to teach this old dog new tricks. Thank you for remaining true to who you are. Stay positive, stay bubbly, & just keep on w/keeping on!

  • @SherBear88
    @SherBear88 Месяц назад +2

    LOVE IT!!! I went to 3 Dollar Trees yesterday looking for these larger dish mats and none of the stores had them… they barely had anything!☹️

  • @lindabenson4742
    @lindabenson4742 Месяц назад +3

    Looks great. Love the bigger size. Have started gleaning Dollar Tree shelves for utility sewing supplies. Who’da thunk it?! Thanks for sharing😊

  • @paulineconley9076
    @paulineconley9076 Месяц назад +4

    Love your attitude!!! Such a beautiful project!!!❤ Pauline/Kansas

  • @barbaralamb8510
    @barbaralamb8510 Месяц назад +1

    I'm in my 50s and I'm tech challenged too! Love this bigger wet bag! I have to make atleast 5! Lol

  • @ambermyers4256
    @ambermyers4256 Месяц назад +1

    You crack me up! 😂 Could you show us how to make a simple tote bag that maybe has an internal tablet pocket?

  • @annealdrich3682
    @annealdrich3682 Месяц назад +3

    So far I have made 3 bags. I got the idea for the third one elsewhere, but I watch and listen to you as I go. You are doing a great job inspiring creativity! Thank you.

  • @conniemcomber9504
    @conniemcomber9504 Месяц назад +2

    My dollar tree doesn’t have anything like that. The summer cute ones are sold out so they just have the boring one color ones. Hopefully they will get some new shipments soon.

  • @rosaredondo1598
    @rosaredondo1598 26 дней назад +2

    Love this! Thank you for your positivity 🤗🥰

  • @debmac53
    @debmac53 Месяц назад +3

    Love all of your videos! Where is your dollar store? Our dollar store doesn't have any of the awesome products you are using.

    • @joycespecht3038
      @joycespecht3038 Месяц назад +1

      I have a couple of Dollar tree stores near me that have some of the things, I was over on the other side of Town the other day and I looked up Dollar Tree on the maps app - I found a store that had so much stuff everywhere it was falling on the floor. I think they may have closed a different store and brought everything to the new store. So I got really lucky. The drying mats at our stores they have hanging with all the kitchen gadgets.

  • @joanneneece9309
    @joanneneece9309 Месяц назад +2

    Great idea for a used diaper bag when traveling!

  • @vickiel914
    @vickiel914 Месяц назад +1

    That's an idea for my daughter, who loves to go camping! I may try this, though I am still nervous about that lining fabric. Lol I may try the $3 shower curtain, and just buy that garment bag for that long zipper!

    • @shesewsseams
      @shesewsseams  Месяц назад +1

      Go for it! I believe in you!

    • @vickiel914
      @vickiel914 Месяц назад

      ​@shesewsseams how's the zipper holding up? At Walmart a 60 inch zipper is at least $10.

  • @donnaallbritton4539
    @donnaallbritton4539 Месяц назад +2

    Can use this for making lunch bags also. Love all these projects.

  • @tinastout3424
    @tinastout3424 Месяц назад +1

    Research paying your kidos, great for them and for the business. How awesome you are including her, i love it.

  • @Ohsnap.Creations
    @Ohsnap.Creations Месяц назад +1

    You’re so positive and uplifting❤❤❤ very patient and an awesome teacher/educator ❤❤❤😊
    Where do you get your lil cover ups?

  • @BellaSandella
    @BellaSandella Месяц назад +2

    I almost hated sewing after homec in 7th grade. Too many rules! I got my 1st sewing machine when I was 16: my machine, my rules. Now I have my own quilt business, so there!❤😊

  • @carolebeaton8452
    @carolebeaton8452 Месяц назад +1

    Making a trip to the Dollar Tree today, just love your wet bag project! Fantastic! Have always shied away from projects with zippers, but this seems like a great place to begin! Thanks!

  • @MonicaWhaley-k9q
    @MonicaWhaley-k9q Месяц назад +1

    That is freaking beautiful & so r you thanks a lot for sharing & im in love❤

  • @MakingwithMarilyn
    @MakingwithMarilyn Месяц назад +3

    Another great project!!!

  • @sommersprossen12345
    @sommersprossen12345 Месяц назад +1

    you must have an awesome dollar tree, All the ones we have where I live have hardly anything for any dollar tree diy that I see online including yours, they are soooooo slow to stock up, but I did manage to find one solitary watermelon dish drying matt and made your zippered pouch so thank you for that

    • @shesewsseams
      @shesewsseams  Месяц назад

      I’m glad you were able to make it!!

  • @SarahRathjen-hh3kz
    @SarahRathjen-hh3kz Месяц назад +3

    Love your jacket! It turned out great! You have the confidence of a 40 yo, but you look younger! I love watching your videos! Top stitch is 2.5 because I’m a quilter and usually stitch seams at 1.6 in quilts and no back stitching. Regular sewing is different, but still usually use 2.5. Regarding lining: if it tears after sewed, just use duct tape to fix! Simple and easy.

  • @uptowngirl-jennifer3127
    @uptowngirl-jennifer3127 Месяц назад +2

    Love love love it!! Now, excuse me but I have to run to DT!!!! 🤣🤣

  • @kristenoneill8083
    @kristenoneill8083 26 дней назад +1

    Adorable 🥰

  • @sewinglifeisfun
    @sewinglifeisfun Месяц назад +2

    Yes I would definitely make this.

  • @ladydi4051
    @ladydi4051 29 дней назад +1

    Great job!HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @pattysuemcgowen
    @pattysuemcgowen 29 дней назад +1

    Got my pieces cut out, quilted and zipper ready to go. I’ll finish it today after my dr appointment.

  • @sandrasmith7267
    @sandrasmith7267 Месяц назад +2

    😊love your videos an that's its beginner friendly low cost

  • @robertcurran4178
    @robertcurran4178 Месяц назад +1

    Hi Sally here ! I enjoy your videos so much and the things you do. I have been sewing for over 50 years, I don’t use a seam allowance 😅I just try and sew straight!!!

  • @lindagiddes4551
    @lindagiddes4551 Месяц назад +1

    I love this idea, my dollar tree never has nice patterns on these mats only solid colors, I’m going to try another store and see if I can find 2 with a design lol I’ll buy a bunch if I can thank you for teaching it slow and not confusing like some videos are

  • @mouseboots46
    @mouseboots46 Месяц назад +1

    Some bag makers use 4, 4.5 or 5 depending how much it is intended to show. Wool blazers always look best (to me) with a top stitching thread. Matching fabric.. A fun whimsical cotton unstructured jacket can be adorable with a contrasting thread.

  • @gloria1864
    @gloria1864 Месяц назад +1

    Perfect

  • @pattysuemcgowen
    @pattysuemcgowen 29 дней назад +1

    Love it !

  • @LindaPressler
    @LindaPressler 8 дней назад

    I really love your videos

  • @kathyworkman1678
    @kathyworkman1678 Месяц назад +1

    Very cool project 😮🎉

  • @Marilyn_N_Sam
    @Marilyn_N_Sam Месяц назад +3

    I really enjoy your videos. I don’t know if you have a Hobby Lobby close to you, but if you need a bit heavier zipper they are .99 cents every day.

  • @maryscott614
    @maryscott614 Месяц назад +1

    WOW!!! Loving thisbwet bag. Sad that we leaving on vacation in 3 days. Going try and sew it while packing😂😂😂😂

  • @deborahclark6186
    @deborahclark6186 Месяц назад +1

    I love this bag. I will be making one for my daughter and grandchildren. They love the beach, and the pool.

  • @rockymom624
    @rockymom624 Месяц назад +1

    I love this! I recently made the zipper pouch using one drying mat and zipper from DT. I felt the same excitement when I finished it that you have in this video! So much fun!

  • @l.mindasoloria749
    @l.mindasoloria749 Месяц назад

    love this! great for summer.

  • @user-ui9gt3tr6m
    @user-ui9gt3tr6m Месяц назад +1

    Hi there, I have your really enjoy your videos, thank you for being relatable. Some of us our intimidated with the machines. So, being kind and explaining as you do, you will always have me as a subscriber.

  • @patriciabrowning5741
    @patriciabrowning5741 Месяц назад

    Thank you for the great instructions.

  • @cassandraknight6485
    @cassandraknight6485 Месяц назад +1

    Great job!

  • @juliebocanegra-deunamuno6943
    @juliebocanegra-deunamuno6943 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for all of your videos. I love this bag!

  • @barbarawolf7703
    @barbarawolf7703 Месяц назад +1

    Love all your projects.

  • @JeanaBynum
    @JeanaBynum Месяц назад

    A perfect bag for traveling or day tripping with toddlers for their soiled clothing. Love the bag !

  • @celtprincess13
    @celtprincess13 Месяц назад +1

    It's so dang cute when you make up the little song phrases!

  • @mariannesalisbury4056
    @mariannesalisbury4056 17 дней назад

    I love it!!! ❤❤❤

  • @joydalton4987
    @joydalton4987 Месяц назад +1

    Yes it’s adorable you are very clever and entertaining I went to my DOLLAR TREE to see if they have them but no luck but I do have the butterflied dish mats that I will make it to a bag at some point thanks for the great videos

  • @janetcorder44
    @janetcorder44 Месяц назад

    I love your practicality !!!! easy bag to follow....thanks again

  • @Ocean.DreaMz
    @Ocean.DreaMz Месяц назад

    Looks great!! A perfect gift for friends who love going to the lake!

  • @lauraharker7407
    @lauraharker7407 Месяц назад +1

    I love this would love to have one.

  • @tlb2798
    @tlb2798 14 дней назад

    Can’t wait to try this!

  • @jenniferdennis336
    @jenniferdennis336 Месяц назад +1

    I love watching you, I have made a bag for my cousin to use for our trip to Georgia. Thinking of making one for myself. It was so fun. 😊😊😊😊😊

  • @aliceandrade1270
    @aliceandrade1270 29 дней назад +1

    I love making bags and the more ideas the better! Awesome tutorial!

  • @aprilbak4726
    @aprilbak4726 Месяц назад +1

    I’m in love with all these ideas you give. I have made 2 bags so far with the drying mats. I grabbed two of each style I could find at dollar tree lol. Thank you ❤

  • @kaywilkinson3126
    @kaywilkinson3126 Месяц назад +1

    Love the bag

  • @savedbygrace7822
    @savedbygrace7822 Месяц назад

    Love it...running out to see if my DT has them❤

  • @re9631
    @re9631 Месяц назад +1

    You awesome. I love your personality, and the encouragement you give. I mastered the dish mat makeup bag, and I can't wait to try this one.

  • @rosac8168
    @rosac8168 Месяц назад +1

    I have to say and excuse my language but you my dear are a bad A.. ❤ I was thinking about adding straps like a back pack can you show something like that? You are so talented I’m just binge watching while I sew lol I’m a advanced newbie 😂😂

  • @helenheisz4878
    @helenheisz4878 Месяц назад +1

    Oh my goodness !! Your bags, all of them are so fabulous, love them all that I've seen so far!!

  • @michellehoff9142
    @michellehoff9142 Месяц назад +1

    Totally would make this bag.

  • @Thecrazyisstrong
    @Thecrazyisstrong Месяц назад

    When DT near me has those larger dish drying mats available, will make. Such a great inexpensive project!!

  • @staceywess4698
    @staceywess4698 Месяц назад +1

    Love it and I love your slow teaching style!!

  • @gingergomes4129
    @gingergomes4129 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you! For happy time sewing!

  • @joycemcnealy140
    @joycemcnealy140 Месяц назад +1

    Loving these bags. I have to check to see if I can find them in my Dollar Tree.

  • @kirstenmunck620
    @kirstenmunck620 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you so much! I appreciate all of your tutorials.

  • @karlalove2763
    @karlalove2763 Месяц назад +1

    I'm in on the merch!!!!!

  • @sandramahar5673
    @sandramahar5673 Месяц назад +1

    Absolutely darling

  • @kiviabrown2335
    @kiviabrown2335 Месяц назад +1

    I think I have to stock up on some of the dish drying mats for myself to practice pn.

  • @Faith-mf6jz
    @Faith-mf6jz Месяц назад +1

    Love it! You’re an awesome teacher ❤ thank you!

  • @roxanneloyst3733
    @roxanneloyst3733 Месяц назад +1

    Awesome Yes I will. be making this bag. Thank you

  • @sharonrichard8509
    @sharonrichard8509 Месяц назад +1

    Love that you include the type of needle and thread that you used. Thanks

  • @lisafox5505
    @lisafox5505 Месяц назад

    Make nice cooler bag for keep cold food or frozen food from thawing out when you grocery shopping on warm day! Those mat is good insulated for that.

  • @sharontillman5101
    @sharontillman5101 Месяц назад +1

    That is awesome! You make it look easy and I love your positivity!❤

  • @sarahebert6091
    @sarahebert6091 Месяц назад +1

    Super cute! ❤

  • @lorrainesmith6429
    @lorrainesmith6429 Месяц назад +1

    Love this bag great idea 👍

  • @NoNamePrincess7
    @NoNamePrincess7 Месяц назад +1

    You’re still awesome!!!😊

  • @KathyBurkle
    @KathyBurkle Месяц назад +1

    Love the bag and your great personality!

  • @sewinglifeisfun
    @sewinglifeisfun Месяц назад +1

    OMG it's beautiful I didn't expect it to look like that. Fabulous!!!

  • @skippernancy2708
    @skippernancy2708 Месяц назад +1

    I just discovered your channel this week. I love all your inexpensive creations. Will try your dollar tree bags , but for make up.

  • @lindajester3749
    @lindajester3749 Месяц назад +1

    You are amazing and so talented! That bag is awesome!

  • @mayappleby2351
    @mayappleby2351 Месяц назад +1

    You are amazing it makes me feel like I can do anything thanks

  • @RandomlyRiz
    @RandomlyRiz Месяц назад +2

    I just found the sun visors at dollar tree. I’m going to try and use it as the liner. May help to make it as a cooler type bag. If you get a chance can you try to see one as an example?? I’ve only just seen 6 of the smaller zipper pouch dish mats you made recently. Those were my first zipper projects 😊

    • @shesewsseams
      @shesewsseams  Месяц назад +1

      I have the sun visor and I’ve been working coming up with a project for it! I’ll keep you posted

    • @ravinj8625
      @ravinj8625 Месяц назад

      ​@shesewsseams I used those recycled plastic shopping bags as a liner. Those bags also have fun designs. The recycled tote bags.

    • @IMOO1896
      @IMOO1896 Месяц назад

      I got one at Dat a few years ago, have search at several DTs recently for the sunshades, and haven’t found one at all. I’d wondered if they still carried them,because the price now is (in some stores) pretty high.

  • @debraking9707
    @debraking9707 Месяц назад

    Chelsea I stumbled across your videos by accident just a few weeks ago and I have to say I love your personality and how you teach on each project you make. I am pretty much new to sewing, last time I ever used a sewing machine was back in home economics in high school..waaay ba k when they did that stuff. Your videos are so clear and easy to follow, I have yet to make anything but will soon by watching your videos. Thank you for your step by step process and your contagious smile and laughter.

  • @AmeliaH904
    @AmeliaH904 Месяц назад

    You’re the best!! I’m going to get my supplies for this today, and my 6 year old son says your nice and funny and he likes watching your videos lol ( I had on while making breakfast this morning) keep up the great content, you are my absolute favorite sewing channel.

  • @donnafuller9329
    @donnafuller9329 Месяц назад +1

    I just love your videos!! I'm always excited to see another one out there. You're too creative.