The infamous De Plastico Purses were featured in a local Ethical Fashion Show presented by Vic High School students. There were 15 companies contributing to the event, all proudly showing their eco-friendly styles!
The De Plastico Purses are made from recycled plastic bags. Seven to 10 bags are fused together with a hot iron to create a strong base. Then different colored plastics, letters, designs, etc. are
cut out and fused to the base. A funky handle and buttons (all recycled, salvaged, and/or donated of course!) are then attached. Some are lined with t-shirts and cloth from vintage stores.
I originally came up with the idea of making purses and wallets from plastic when my cupboard was overflowing
with plastic! 'What do you do with all this plastic??' I asked the internet, and fusing plastic was the answer. A great way (though very toxic so take precautions!) to reuse something we produce too much of and making something useful in the process! They are 100% handmade and unique.
