DIY Donut Tote Bag

2 min read September 13, 2026 Dawn Parsons
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When I host a party, I always like to have a craft that coordinates with the theme and that can be used once the party is over. I can always come up with a million uses for a tote bag, and I know this Donut Tote will be the first one my daughter will grab when she needs one.

Project Time
25 to 35 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Choose a paper plate or cut your cardboard circle the size you would like your donut. Next, cut a smaller circle in the center to create your “hole”

Trace your circle onto two pieces of felt, choosing one color for the donut and another for the frosting. Draw a wave pattern on the “frosting” piece. Cut out each circle.

DIY Donut Tote Bag step 1 part 1
DIY Donut Tote Bag step 1 part 2
Step
2

Glue your “frosting” to the donut.

DIY Donut Tote Bag step 2
Step
3

Gather your decorating supplies, and get creative! Use your imagination on this because we all know there are many varieties of donuts!

DIY Donut Tote Bag step 3 part 1
DIY Donut Tote Bag step 3 part 2
Step
4

Glue your donut to the front of your tote. (You will need to use a glue that can adhere to plastic, like this one.)

Be sure to check out my DIY Pom Pom Garland and my sweet recipe for Donut Cookies to go along with this Donut Bar.

DIY Donut Tote Bag step 4

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