[My DIY] DVF waist bag

8.14.2011
Diane von Furstenberg from Style.com
With nonstop rain on Sunday, I wanted a way to stay stylish while running around the town, and remembered the waist bags from DVF's runway. The updated...dare I say it... fanny pak, is the perfect way to carry your keys, phone, credit cards and lipgloss hands free and shielded from the rain.  
A pencil case, craft pouch, or makeup bag will work!

Supplies: Case from H&M, carabiner, gluegun, chain, ribbon. 
Steps after the break...



Cut a piece of 2" ribbon and thread through the last chain link, and fold in half. 
Glue the folded ribbon together with your hot glue gun, then glue to your case.


Repeat on the opposite side, adding your carabiner in between the chain and the ribbon. Use the opening in the carabiner to put your waist bag on and off. 







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37 comments:

  2. I seriously love your blog! It's really inspiring to see all your projects. I'm definitely your new frequent reader.

    Xx
    en la moda

    kristellouisa.blogspot.com

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  3. I have the same exact bag,and I am so doing this when I get bored with it:)
    xoxo
    www.thriftqueen.blogspot.com

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  4. Great idea! This looks a million times more chic than a certain other species of waist-worn pouch!

    acleanercloset.blogspot.com

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  5. Genius,gotta do it myself!;)
    xx
    B.

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  6. I love this waist bag! I'm not only going to use this on rainy days, I like to use this too next summer where there are so many parties on the beach in one night. LOL... I really hate bringing a clutch 'cause I don't like leaving it on the table 'cause there is always a person who wants to steal your phone or your money. At least if it's on my waist, I can dance all I want without holding anything ^^,

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  7. Fantastic idea!!

    What do you think about my latest DIY lace back cardigan?
    http://agatiszka.blogspot.com/2011/08/lace-back-cardigan-diy.html
    Or about DIY silver flatforms?
    http://agatiszka.blogspot.com/2011/08/silver-flatforms-diy.html

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  8. those bags are soooo perfect for festivals! ;)

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  9. I love it! not a "fanny pack" type person haha so i'd make a bag that went across my body instead, but I am very keen to try this! :)

    sharpest-lives@blogspot.com

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  10. fantastic idea think i might have to have a go!
    xx

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  11. i like yours better!!
    ps: just catching up on all your recent posts. your diy talents impress me! feel like i need an ounce of creativity, or a visit to ny for a weekend diy meet-up. :)
    alyson
    www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

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  12. You never cease to amaze me with your DIY skills- I still have the two tone link bracelet on my to-do list. The rain was biblical in NY- and I can't believe there's more on the forecast today- ugh!

    Liv @ bklynlifestyle.blogspot.com

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  13. Friggen love this. LOVE. Killer idea Jenni, I'm gonna make one asap!!
    xoxo
    Lia

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  15. LOVE! Too bad we don't have H&M here in the South. I'd spend hours looking for a bag just to do this project.

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  16. perfect. love it. need it

    Leslie

    http://lesliechristen.blogspot.com/

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  17. Just recently discovered your blog, I love it! So happy I've finally found a DIY blog :D I'm a DIY fanatic and love making my own stuff :) I'll definitely be checking back often!

    xoxo Eva @ TheLaceFiles.blogspot.com

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  18. Soooo cool ! So simple, I love this exact one I hope H&M still have those leopard print bags when my student loan comes back in. <3

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  20. This is such a cool idea. Will work on it in the fall.

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  21. Great timing! I am hosting a garage sale soon and needed a convenient, non-fanny pack way to carry the cash. Will give this a try!

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  22. Great idea for school kids to have this convenient fanny pack.

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  23. perfect for craft fairs too! l usually wear a cross body mini bag but l will experiment with that one too

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  24. Awesome!!!

    http://www.etsy.com/shop/lsenerch?ref=pr_shop

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  25. LOLLL as a constant fanny pack/belt pouch wearer I can say for sure that hot glue will fail you and you're gonna lose all your stuff!

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  27. I love this bag, what a great idea!! Handsfree shopping!

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  28. this is sooo cute! absolutely love it!!

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  29. I have just the pouch to do this!! Thanks for the inspiration, Jenni. Here is my version of you DIY: http://byebyesoccermom.blogspot.com/2011/08/diy-fanny-pack-inspired-by-i-spy-diy.html

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  30. Great post! <3

    www.loretta-blog.blogspot.com

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  32. hey i liked this so much that i decided to feature it on my blog with your link, hope thats alright. check out my blog @ trendykeys.blogsot.com

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  33. oops typo trendykeys.blogspot.com

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  34. you always come up with the sweetest ideas!!!

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  35. this is very pretty!i should find a lovely pouch and do this.

    id like to share that im into making standees. yup,DIY standees. i love the idea of turning every picture I want into a life-sized memorabilia!theyre great for pictures too!


    I got mine here: http://www.almostbreathing.com/

    hope you enjoy it as much as I did:)

    Cheers,
    Jillian

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  36. i like your comments,and suggestions i really learned a lot.thank you. .watch movie online

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  37. i made one last week and am very happy with it.but be aware that it is just for your phone and a small book.

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