Mini Watermelon Bags
INSIDE : Learn how to make mini painted Watermelon Canvas Bags! They are the perfect craft project for holding a few special treats and they make great summer gifts, too. Get the step by step tutorial to paint these fun abstract fruit bags.
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I have some fun news to share. I have teamed up for another year as a 12 Months of Martha creative blogger! I was so honored to be asked to join again. Many of the posts I did with Martha Stewart last year were some of my very favorite projects. So, I am quite excited to join in for another year of creativity using the ever amazing Martha Stewart craft supplies.
Today I am kicking off the year with these adorable Mini Watermelon Bags which are perfect for summertime. They are the perfect size to hold a few treats, your summer lipgloss, change for the pool, outdoor parties or just for pure fruity fun!
Looking for more step by step How to Paint tutorials?
People have really resonated with my simple, step by step instructions on how to draw and paint all different types of art.
Here are some that I have done :
—Succulent and Cactus – whoa you all LIKED that one!!
—Paint a pumpkin
—Paint colorful Fall Leaves
—Peonies
—Watermelon
—Lemons
—Pumpkin bags
—Peaches
If you know me at all, you know I do not like rulers and precision… it cramps my artsy style. If you are with me on that, then this is the quick project for you!
I am all about organic free hand drawing and painting and not stressing if all your bag designs look a little different from each other – I think it’s better that way!
What supplies do I need to paint Watermelon Bags?
How to paint canvas Watermelon Bags
To start painting your miniature canvas bags, first cut down a disposable paper plate to fit inside your bags so the paint does not bleed through. You could also use a few sheets from an old magazine or a piece of poster board for this.
Next, select at least two shades of green acrylic paint and about three shades of pink/coral paint.
I started with the outer green rind first. Use your darker green shade first and paint a simple arc pattern.
Then come back in with the lighter green color next. I shared this picture on Instagram. Was anyone able to guess those green arcs would be turning into watermelons??
Follow the same concept for the fruit portion of the watermelon. I started with my brightest neon pink first, then a rosy pink color and the center (or corner of the bag) I used a gorgeous coral color.
After the paint had dried, I used a black permanent marker to draw on three watermelon seeds.
I love the cheerfulness of these Mini Watermelon bags… plus, they are sign of warm summer weather to come!
If you are interested in all my mini painted bags, you can check them out here! SO CUTE, right?!!
What can I use Watermelon Canvas Bags for?
These little bags have endless uses. You could fill them with treats and give as teacher gifts. You could have them be party favors and pass them out at your next outdoor barbecue. I think mini canvas bags are also good for holding small items in your purse like chapstick or a compact mirror.
How to Paint Mini Watermelon Bags
Learn how to make mini painted Watermelon Canvas Bags! They are the perfect craft project for holding a few special treats and they make great gifts, too.
Instructions
- To start painting your miniature canvas bags, first cut down a disposable paper plate to fit inside your bags so the paint does not bleed through. You could also use a few sheets from an old magazine or a piece of poster board for this.
- Next, select at least two shades of green acrylic paint and about three shades of pink/coral paint.
- Start with the outer green rind first. Use the darker green shade first and paint a simple arc pattern. Then come back in with the lighter green color next.
- Follow the same concept for the fruit portion of the watermelon. Start with the brightest neon pink first, then a rosy pink color and the center (or corner of the bag) I used a gorgeous coral color.
- After the paint had dried, I used a black permanent marker to draw on three watermelon seeds.
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Thank you to Martha Stewart for supplying the craft materials used on this project. From the brushes to the paints, as you can imagine, Martha sells only the highest quality products and I love them!
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I think these are adorable and super cute summer bags. This would make a great beach bag for the summer. Great work!
Ah, thank you! They are so perfect for summer!! 😉
Hi Amy! These watermelon bags are looking super cute. You have got the amazing talent to create attractive bags. I am just amazed now.
They are so adorbs
I will make them for gift ideas to my friends
You are soo insperational
Thank you thank you thank you
You’re too sweet Mia! I hope you have fun making them. 😉
I love them defintily gonna make them
They are soo beatiful and creative
Thank you for giving us such great ideas
Oh yes i got a idea why dont you make watermelon flavoured lipbalm
Thanks so much, Mia! And that’s a great idea.
These are a super cute and fun. They look so easy to make. Having a stash of muslin bags on hand is a great way to always have a craft or gift packaging around.
Oh those are darling!! Very refreshing!
Thanks! They were so fun to make. =)
So sweet, I want to paint watermelons on everything now!
Hee hee, thanks! Me, too… I’m all about the fruit this year. =)
These are adorable. I can imagine making a summer beach bag using this idea. Thank you for sharing!
Oh, now that’s a fun idea Christina!
Love these! So cute and I love how the edges of the paint are imperfect! Also – can we talk about your paint tray? I feel like it needs to be framed!! I love how it looks.
Always love seeing you stop by my blog! #girlcrush Ah, the paint tray… I’ve often thought of taking pictures of it to frame, glad to hear someone else out there agrees with me.
These are darling! I just love the pop of bright color. Will be pinning them for sure! Thank you.
Oh, thank you Cristina! I had such fun making them, thanks for the pin. xo
So, so cute, Amy! Love em. Off to pin. 🙂
Thanks friend! xo
These are so freakin’ cute, Amy! I love love the bright, happy colors!
Thanks girl, I’m still digging all things fruit-ified! =)
Easy and beautiful!!!
Thank you! I had such fun making them.
Hi Amy! These watermelon bags are right up my alley too! I don’t like rulers either 😉 I enjoy more a more free spirited project! Pinned 😉
Thanks so much, Ursula! Us non-ruler types have to stick together! =)
Basically 100% in love with these! The colors are so good.
Ah, what a complement from you Cyd! Thank you!!
These are absolutely adorable!!
These are the cutest ever! Love it!
Thanks, Jen! I’m having a thing with fruit these days! =)
I love these watermelon bags! They would be great to use as “wrapping paper” for jewelry or other small trinkets to give to friends or family. Super cute!
What a great idea, Sarah! Gift wrap – yes!