DIY Art Tote Favor

2 min read September 13, 2026 Natalie Mayhew
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Make your very own DIY So Lucky, So Happy Totes for less. Add a cute little DIY canvas thank you tag, and you have the cutest bridal shower favors. Canvas totes are the perfect DIY for your art themed bridal shower. Fill them with art supplies or use them for art projects made at the bridal shower. They are the perfect fit! Better yet these bags are easy to make and can be personalized for each guest.

Project Time
40 to 50 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

First, remove the film from the back of the Hallmark™ Adhesive Stencils So Happy Design.

Press the stencil down in place onto a DIY Large White Canvas Tote Bag. Using a foam brush dab pink paint over the stencil until completely covered.

Wait until dry and then carefully remove the stencil. I love the painted look for this theme. Alternatively you can use fabric markers.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 1 part 1
DIY Art Tote Favor step 1 part 2
Step
2

Cut a piece of the floral design from a Painted Floral Beverage Napkin.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 2
Step
3

Next, apply the floral design to a DIY Canvas using Mod Podge® Matte Acrylic Sealer.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 3
Step
4

Once dry, write a "Thank You" message on the canvas. Alternatively use a cutting machine and apply a vinyl message.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 4
Step
5

Next make a small hole in the corner of the canvas.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 5
Step
6

Next, thread baker's twine through the hole and tie the canvas tag to the tote bag.

DIY Art Tote Favor step 6 part 1
DIY Art Tote Favor step 6 part 2
Step
7

Fill the bag with a Plaid® Paintbrush Super Value Pack and an Assorted Colors Watercolor Paint Tray.

Tip: Remove the items from the plastic packaging and tie the brushes with pink ribbon.

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Step
8

Finally, place the totes on the back of chairs for your guests to take home with them at the end of the shower.

 

Be sure to see my whole Art Themed Bridal Shower, DIY Aprons, and DIY Paintbrush Vase.

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