How to Make a DIY Garden Tote

Today I'm rescuing a 1980's tote complete with cut-out hearts.

I remember when we thought this style was the bomb!!

I'm thinking it will make a great repurposed garden tote now. 

Here are the steps I took to turn this old mess into a beautiful tote perfect for Mother's Day...

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I started out by filling all the holes in the wood where the box was assembled with wood filler.

I gave the box a good sanding and a coat of grey chalky paint then sanded the edges to give it a distressed look.

It was better already!

On one side of the tote I added a handle to hang a towel and on and on the other side of the box I created a canvas pocket from a scrap of canvas fabric. 

I attached the pocket using screws and washers to hold seed packets or papers.

I really think the pockets are the best part! 

I used an old curtain rod bracket to hold a roll of jute string on the inside of the tote.

Lastly I added a chalkboard to the side.

The finished tote is so useful in the garden or for crafts, office supplies, knitting, or even in the kitchen.

I made another tote for the office from a thrift store find too!

The 80's never looked so good!

It would also make a great DIY Mother's Day gift!

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