Turn an Old Handbag into a Picnic Caddy
I’m not really a handbag kinda girl. Well, that’s not strictly true, I’ll buy a handbag and use it until it falls apart and then reluctantly buy another one. The only designer bags I’ll ever own are the ones under my eyes 😉 Hey, I get attached to my handbags, my life’s in there. Just recently my trusty “el cheapo” big, black bag started coming apart at the seams. Probably because I had the kitchen sink in there, but that’s a story for another day 😎
Parts of the handbag still looked good and were worth saving, like the small straps, which we repurposed into the most epic dresser makeover ever and these handles.
When you add some pallet offcuts, a few sparkly bits, and an old wire basket you have all you need to make a picnic caddy 😉
Right, before we get to the handbag picnic caddy tutorial, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram. And don’t forget to subscribe so you’ll never miss a post!
How to use a handbag to make a picnic caddy
To make the picnic caddy, we cut the pallet offcuts into two pieces measuring 16cm x 14cm and two pieces measuring 19cm x 14cm. To convert to inches you can use this handy little app. Just look at my hubby being speedy Gonzales 😀
The pieces were glued and screwed together to form a box shape.
We also added two bits of wood to the bottom of the box. Nobody wants their cutlery dropping out the bottom 😀
The wire bits on the side are from a basket that’s has been lying around in our kitchen cupboard for years. I have no idea where we got it. I just cut it in half and sprayed it black.
We used galvanized fencing staples to attach the handbag handles. To add the wire baskets to the side, we drilled four small holes on the side of the box and hammered the wire baskets in.
To finish off, add some bling, insert the tin cans in the wooden box and fill with cutlery. The picnic caddy with repurposed handbag straps is all done 😉
The wire baskets on the sides are perfect for storing condiments ……..
….. and serviettes.
And the repurposed handbag handles make it easy to carry.
Anyone for a picnic?
If you like the idea of repurposing an old handbag to make a picnic caddy, don’t forget to pin it for later.
Sharing is caring 😉
Oh and if you’re looking for some of the things we used, we’ve got you covered. Disclosure: Clicking on the links below, means we may receive a commission from Amazon. But don’t worry it won’t come out of your pocket, and it helps us make more amazing crafts to share with you 😉
![Barnwood Decor of OKC | Barnwood Craft Wood for DIY Projects [100% Authentic Reclaimed Weathered Wood] Rustic Weathered Reclaimed Wood Planks for DIY Crafts, Projects and Decor (6 Planks - 24 Inches)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51T3Ejm19JL._SL160_.jpg)
And if you prefer to buy rather than DIY, then maybe these beauties will appeal.
Okay so I’m off to buy a new “el cheapo” handbag at the China Mall. Thank you for popping in for a visit.
I love this amazing craft, unique. Thanks for sharing this with us.
THanks so much, Samanatha. And after all these years we still use the caddy when we have a braai.
Michelle, this is such a marvelous idea! I like how you cleverly added all the pieces to make this a handy little caddy.
Thanks you so much my friend
Oh how creative! I love this idea, this would come in really handy for cookouts with the family. And I’m like you I use my hand bag until I have to buy another, so it would be great to be able to give it a second life.
Thank you Linda, I just can’t get it over my heart to get rid of something that carried such a big part of my life, so the old handbags have to stay 😉
This is a fab idea – we love BBQ’s and I am constantly backwards and forwards carrying bits and pieces – we’re having one tomorrow and I’m wondering if I can get one made before then!
Oh you need to make one Sarah. We use ours every single weekend when we have a braai, and you know how much use South Africans love to braai;-)
Thank you so much for the feature. Tausend dank! <3
Love it! That’s using your brain and saving money! Going in style!
BRILLIANT!
Thank you Amy 🙂 I had so much fun doing it and we’ve used it every weekend since it was made
Love this repurposing idea. Pinning now. (found you from Roadkill Rescue)
Hi, Susan. Thanks for the pin. RoadKill Rescue rocks
I really like the idea, especially the tiny compartment for the serviettes.
Ahhhh Thank You Collin 🙂