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Turn an Old Suit Jacket into a Backpack

Blythe Copeland

By Blythe Copeland
Great Neck, NY, USA | Mon Sep 15 13:00:00 GMT 2008

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Problem: You went back to school. You didn't get a new backpack. You see lots of cool new ones. You want a new backpack. Solution: Make a new backpack out of an old jacket! Threadbanger's back to school tutorial includes simple instructions for turning your dad's old suit jacket—or one from a thrift store—into a one-of-kind, re-use friendly bag—which will make you a one-of-a-kind fashion maven on campus. (You're welcome.)

More Back To School Green Ideas
How to Go Green: Back to School
Back to School Thrift Store Shopping
How to Pack and Eco-Friendly School Lunch

 
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