These chic DIY bags make it easy to get stylish without spending a lot of money.
From computer casings to clutches, a wide variety of styles have been given the DIY treatment, and there are more options than ever. From transparent pieces to dip-dyed cosmetic purses, the aesthetics of these holders is incredibly impressive, and will make it look like you paid a lot more than you did for these pieces. Purses have become one of the most expensive fashion items out there, so it's refreshing to see that some far more affordable and stylish options are available.
Sure to please frugal fashionistas everywhere, these DIY purse projects are a great way to spend an afternoon.
10 Chic DIY Bags
From Tape-Made Metallic Clutches to DIY Stitched Purses:
Courtney Scharf — Aug 21, 2012 — Art & Design
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Crystal Clear Purses
The 'A Pair & A Spare' DIY Transparent Clutch Bag is Gorgeously Glassy
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DIY Stitched Purses
Danielle Thompson Shares This Fabulous Vintage Needlepoint Bag Tutorial
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DIY Computer Casings
The Envelope Laptop Case is Simple and Sew-Free
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DIY Cosmetics Holders
The Beauty Department Dip Dye Tool Roll is an Ombre Masterpiece
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DIY Bolted Purses
The 'Runway DIY' Alexander Wang Clutch is an Affordable Alternative
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$1,300 DIY Bag
Fendi Artist Baguette Bag
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Tape-Made Metallic Clutches
The I Spy DIY Duct Tape Purse is Stunningly Chic
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Fashionable Literature Purses
The Runway DIY Book Clutch is Geek-Chic
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Luxury DIY Bags
Fendi Do-It-Yourself Baguette Mezzo Punto Makes You a Designer
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Funky Faux DIY Bags
RE Load Offers a 'Build Your Own' Feature for Messenger-Style Carriers
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Luxury Bag Pop Ups
Hermès Debuted a Designer Bag Installation Pop Up in Manhattan
Repairable 3D-Printed Purses
The MALINKO Design Reusable Bag Prioritizes Style and Sustainability
Luxe Lunchtime-Inspired Accessories
The Louis Vuitton Sandwich Bag Elevates an Ordinary Item
Luxury Crossbody Bags
Heritage Brand Debuts the Ultra-Stylish Fyra Bag
Upcycled Sneaker Sustainable Bags
Bibi Bazz Designs the Limited Collection of Eco-Friendly Bags
High-Capacity Laptop Bags
The Offsite Laptop Bag has Extra Space for Chargers, Peripherals
Accessorized Phone Collections
Bandolier x Google Pixel Transforms Phones Into Style Statements
Baroque-Style Earbud Cases
'The Case' by Eslam Mohammed Turns Tech into a Work of Art
Architectural Luxury Handbags
The Louis Vuitton x Frank Gehry Collection is an Exploration of Form
Premium Woven Luxury Bags
Bottega Veneta Unveils its new Hop Bag with a Slouched Look
Supplemental Mini Gear Pouches
The Tactical Geek EDC Gear Pouch is Perfect for Small Essentials
Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks
This Bag Keeps Water Out & Can Be Worn In Different Configurations
Hat-Carrying Tote Bags
Gigi Pip Presents the Hayes Hat Carrying Tote as a Luxurious Accessory
Customizable Shoe Decorating Events
adidas Hosts a DIY 'Style Your Toe' Pop-Up Event in Hong Kong
Luxury Fashion Bag Charms
Miu Miu Introduces a Luxury Range of Adorable Bag Charms
Smartphone Photographer Sling Bags
The Shiftcam Workflow Sling Addresses Mobile User Needs
Bag-Modeling AR Mirrors
Coach's Digital Experience Lets Shoppers Digitally Try Its Tabby Bag
Microscopic Handbag Designs
MSCHF Launches an Outlandish Handbag Silhouette This Season
Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories
Pidgin Fashion Dolls Launches a New Accessories Collection
Crumpled Chip Bag-Resembling Wallets
Balenciaga Presents the Unique Chip Bag Purse
Limited-Edition Tote Bag Series
How Long Gone Joins Forces with Pacific Tote Company
Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps
The Japandi Lamp by Natalia Pogudina is Textural and Organic
Ultra-Stylish Adventure Bags
Marnie & Michael's Perseverance Collection is Perfect for the City
Sustainable Luxury Handbags
The First-Ever Reformation Handbags Just Dropped
Elegant Technician Tool Bags
The BillyKirk No. 521 Leather Tool Bag Comes in Four Colors
Mayonnaise-Toting Bags
Hellmann’s and Chopova Lowena Made the Margaret Bag for Taking Mayo to Go
Repurposed Patchwork Footwear
ReImagined by UGG Gives New Life to Leftover Leathers & Suedes
Opulent Condiment Crossbody Bags
Kate Spade New York Debuts a Ketchup-Inspired Capsule with Heinz
Fashion House Chip Bags
Balenciaga Presents Its Own Branded Premium Snack Bags
Nostalgic DIY-Inspired Denim
The Levis 501® 90s Patchwork Women's Shorts Boast Intricate Detailing
Origami-Inspired Adventure Packs
The Huckberry x Peak Design X-Pac Collection Has Six Pieces
Heritage-Inspired Shopping Bags
The Porter Yoshida & Co The Grocery Bag is Made in Japan
Fashion-Branded Coffee Carriers
The Barbour Tartan Reusable Travel Mugs Come in Two Options
Functional Fashionable Camera Straps
Seam Straps Have a High-Quality, Handmade Construction
Bottle-Paired Bag Debuts
3.1 Phillip Lim Releases a Custom Tote Bag Inspired by Baileys
Handheld PC Sling Cases
The Saya Carry is a Convenient Travel Accessory for Gamers
Versatile Athleisure Handbags
shortyLOVE Targets the Contemporary Busy and Active Woman
Playful Sushi-Inspired Suitcases
These Sushi Suitcases by Yujeong Shin Includes Three Styles
Antacid-Inspired Bags
The TUMS Bag Fuses Food, Fashion and Heartburn Relief
Convenience-Focused Bottle Slings
Slingwell Strives to "Make a Hydration Fashion Statement"
Functional Libation-Holding Designs
TOMBOGO and White Claw Design the Funtional Claw Bag
Cheeky Teddy Bear Bags
Acne Studios' Pink Teddy Bear Bag Features a Tiny Denim Cap
Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules
These Patricia Nash Designs Bags Feature Vegetable Tans
Reimagined Archival Handbags
Coach's Western Tabby Features Western-Inspired Accents
Modernized Ergonomic Sling Bags
114 Index and Sealson Create the Technical Grab Bag
Attachable Candy-Shaped Pockets
The Christian Cowan SS 24 Collection Features Oversized Pockets
Affordable Artisan Handbags
Patricia Nash Designs Offers a Line of Artisan Handbags & Accessories
Whimsical Garbage Bags
Staff Expands Its Collection with Playful Garbage Bags
Packable Lightweight Travel Bags
The Matador ReFraction Packable Travel Bags Come in Three Styles
Nylon Pouch Technical Clogs
Satisfy and Crocs Deliver a Tactile Classic Clog Design
Elevated Lifestyle Shoulder Bags
The UNIQLO C Line Showcases a New Bag Update for FW24
Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags
This Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag Pays Homage to the Early 2000s
Royal-Themed Bag Collections
LeSportsac Releases a Princess Diana-Themed Accessory Capsule
Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags
Coperni and Disney Present the Ariel Swipe Hangbag
Luxe Leather Laptop Organizers
The Roarcraft Leather MacBook Organizer Comes in Four Color Options
Hands-Free Phone Bags
Nike's Phone Crossbody Bag Has a Tech Touch Window
Bag-Accented Bag Designs
Louis Vuitton's Plastic Bag Retails for $4,000
Rustic Tech Accessory Cases
The hardgraft Cable Wool Wrap Protects and Organizes Essentials
Bubble Wrap-Inspired Luxury Bags
Bottega Veneta's Cabat Bag is Extravagant and Cheeky
Chic Celery-Shaped Clutches
This Moschino Clutch Has a Leafy, Faux Leather Design
90s-Style Cosmetic Cases
e.l.f. Cosmetics x Caboodles and Laurel DeWitt Created a New 'It Bag'
Revived Vintage Luxury Bags
Gucci Presents a New Iteration of the Classic Horsebit Chain Bag
Nostalgic Cosmetic Cases
Caboodles x Taste Beauty x Hershey's Collaborated on a Beauty Organizer
Rollable Climber Chalk Bags
This Upcycled Chalk Bag by Aaron Sylvester Has a Durable Design
Festive Bridal Accessory Lines
Funky Junque Embraces the Most Exciting Parts of Wedding Planning
DIY Candy Jewelry Kits
Cricket's Candy Creations Boasts the Candy Jewelry Craft Kit
Health-Empowering Luxe Bag Designs
Bridget Scanlan Designs a New Range of Bags for KYT
Yoga-Friendly Tote Bags
The Built For Athletes Tote Bag Has a 20-Liter Capacity
Designer Diabetes Bags
KYT's Bags Empower Diabetics to Treat Themselves in a Stylish Way
Tape Crafting Kits
Curious Universe's Nano Tape Magic Kits Create Fun Crafts for Kids
Zero-Waste Hair Ties
Fizzy Goblet Introduces the New Zero-Waste Hair Ties Using Old Materials
Cookie Tin Beauty Palettes
Kara Beauty's Creative Beauty Palette is Styled Like a Sewing Kit
Smartphone Case Pin Charms
CASETiFY Builds Playful Customizable Smartphone Cases
Pocket-Adorned Slip-On Footwear
Vault by Vans and Nicole McLaughlin Launch a Capsule Together
Compact High-End Luxury Bags
Givenchy Reimagines the Classic Voyou Nano Handbag
Pink Cosmetics-Matching Bags
Trader Joe's Large Reusable Insulated Bag Comes in Brazil Nut Colors
Entirely Metallic Luxury Handbags
Balenciaga's Hourglass XS Bag Gets a Metallic Metal Look
Cozy Cushion-Resembling Luxe Clutches
JW Anderson Presents the Cushion Clutch Bags for FW23
Intricate Collaboration Purses
The 52 by Hikaru Matsumura and Melissa Mogu Bag is Chromatic
Luxe Calfskin Leather Bags
Bottega Veneta Designs the New Simplistic Brown Paper Bag
Spring-Inspired Lifestyle Lines
BAGGU Collaborates with Laura Ashley on a Floral Spring Collection
Luxurious Unisex Crinkled Bags
LOEWE Presents a Look at the Squeeze Bag Joining FW23
Whimsical Reusable Nail Sets
Facile Nails' Sunset Wave Kit is a Tribute to the 80s
Compact Toiletry Kits
STATE's Bensen Toiletry Kits Comes in Many Different Colorways
Classic Leather Travel Bags
Samsonite Introduces the Classic Leather Weekender
Retractable Lighter Bags
Edie Parker’s Burn Clutch Has a Built-In Lighter Case
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Posh Plush Purse Designs
The Dior Pillow Bag Comes in Purple, Khaki and Black Colors
MIlitary-Grade Duffle Bags
Bubba Goose Design Launches Its Latest Bubba Goose Bag
Versatile Warped Handbags
MSCHF Debuts a New Bag Design Blending the Forms of Four Existing Pieces
Worldly Factory-Created Fashion Bags
MSCHF Taps Factories to Contribute to the GSCTH Bag
Fashion-Forward Grocery Totes
The Latest Waitrose x Lulu Guinness Tote is Made of Recycled Plastic
Functional Accessible Leather Bags
HOBO Offers Stylish Leather in Belt Bag, Tote, and Sling Bags
Racism-Combatting Handbag Designs
Grey Brazil Has Designed the Anti-Racist Handbag
Premium Authentic Leather Bags
TELFAR's New Bag Release is Made from Real, Genuine Leather
Upcycled Tent Fabric Gear
The iKamper ReCovery Collection Makes Use of Waste Fabric
Product-Packed Beauty Tote Bags
The Fenwick Summer Beauty Tote Has Handpicked Beauty Products
Understated Vegan Leather Handbags
The Espe SS24 Collection is Titled 'The Espe Fashion Edit"
Thorough Tech Repair Toolkits
This Kit Offers Everything You Need to Repair Laptops, Phones & More
Tonal Contrast Tote Bags
Denim Tears Remixes a Special Marc Jacobs Tote Bag
Animal-Free Material Purses
The Gucci Horsebit 1955 Bag Now Comes in a Demetra Material
Genuine Leather Fashion Bags
Telfar's Carry Bag Gets a Supple Genuine Leather Construction
Vibrant Butterfly Bags
Tyler McGillivary's Peacock Butterfly Tote is Inspired by Nature
Luxury Handheld Camera Bags
KidSuper Designs This Louis Vuitton-Branded Camera Bag
Customizable Crossbody Bags
The Killspencer Utility Belt Bag 2.0 Comes in Many Material Options
Bug-Repelling Charm Collections
Natpat's Latest Launch Introduces a New Line of Accessories
Hand-Painted Crossbody Accessory Patterns
Bandolier Partners with Ceci New York and Ceci Johnson
Sustainable Bucket Hats
Lisou's Bucket Hat Collection is Designed with Leftover Materials
Air-Tight Zipper Bags
FoodSaver®'s Reusable Vacuum Zipper Bags are Multi-Purpose and Easy to Clean
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Woven Statement Totes
The Ultimate BeachBag from HOLST + LEE Fuses Style and Function
Unashamedly Romantic Pop-Ups
Laura Ashley's Workshops Use Deadstock Fabric to Create New Totes
Doll-Themed Bag Series
State Bags and American Girl Have Teamed Up for an Exciting Collaboration
Chrome Bottle-Attached Luxe Bags
Louis Vuitton Unveils the New Biker Messenger Bag
6-in-1 Vegan Leather Bags
The AIRIUM Bag Can Be Worn as a Cluch, Handheld & a Crossbody
Multifunctional Diaper Bags
The KeaBabies Diaper Backpack is Stylish and Affordable
Summer-Ready Waxed Leather Accessories
Patricia Nash Designs the Waxed Leather Collection
Book-Inspired Tech Organizers
The Twelve South BookBook CaddySack Organizes Laptop Essentials
Women's Day-Inspired Handbag Collections
HIE Introduces a New International Women's Day Collection
Advanced Printing Techniques
BrandMyDispo Has Introduced Printing Techniques for Custom Mylar Bags
Perfume Brand Leather Goods
The Byredo Kantha Leather Goods Showcase Contrasting Stitches
Peach-Tonal Everyday Bags
Vee Collective and Goop Release a Stunning New Wellness Bag Design
Airbag-Material Reusable Shopping Bags
Subaru Japan Creates a New Durable Tote Bag from Airbags
Neon-Colored Lifestyle Bags
fragment design and RAMIDUS Collaborate on a New Line of Neon Totes
Tattered Fabric-Heavy Accessories
Our Legacy Launches a New Handcrafted Bag Series by Sarah Murkes
Chic Water Bottle Bags
WanderFull is a Stylish Hydro-Bag for the Consumer on the Go
Intentionally Rustic Luggage Pieces
The Taylor Stitch Weekender Duffle Bag Has a Rich Color
Stylish Granola Purses
Frances Valentine x Three Wishes Offers a New Way to Carry Your Granola
Revitalized Handbag Designs
Marc Jacobs x Stephen Sprouse Feature Special Quote Tote Bag
Technical Modular Tote Bags
Natacha Seroussi of Laflore Paris Designs the Doquintin
Playful DIY Incense Holders
The Creative Clay Incense Holders Kit by Tangerine is Whimsical
Althlete-Inspired Ocean Plastic Bags
Sloane Stephens Launches a New Collaboration with GOT BAG
Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags
Harpz Designs the Dynamic Modular SwitchUP Bag
Charitable Hygiene Supply Initiatives
Purse Project Collects Personal Care Goods for Those in Need
Table Paper Saddlebag Organizers
Tilla Goldberg Designs the SALTO Saddlebag for Richard Lampert
Customizable Shopping Management Tools
HandyTote Ensures Items are Easily Classified and Located
Versatile Bucket Bag Capsules
The Gabine Collection from Charles & Keith Boasts Three Solid Colors
Wedding Day Emergency Kits
The Stylish Bride Aims to Alleviate Wedding Day Anxieties with This Kit
Exclusive Airbrushed Bowling Bags
Stefan Cooke Presents New Leather Bowling Bags for FW23