Paper grocery bags are often reused as lunch, trash, and recycling sacks, but there are many more creative, longer-lasting options. If you have a pile of paper bags to whittle through, here are some awesome upcycling ideas.
The Best Ideas for Upcycling Brown Paper Bags
1. Hair Bow

2. Origami Heart Flowers
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3. Fancy Envelopes
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4. Fancy Bookmark
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5. Travel Journal Cover
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6. Table Seating Cards
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7. Flower Headband
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8. Art Sketchbook Cover
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9. Pretty Gift Tag and/or Gift Wrapping
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10. Picture Album or Scrapbook
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11. Wallet or Passport Cover
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12. Greeting Card

13. Makeup Pouch
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14. Tiny Earrings
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15. Gift Bows
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16. Stickers
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Brown paper bags are so versatile, don’t you think? Share what you like to do with your leftover bags in the comments below!
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