You’ve likely heard the term ‘burlap sack‘ used in relation to a potato sack race, but there aren’t really a lot of other situations where…
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If you’re looking to make a quick and simple holiday display, take a peek at Sunset Magazine’s Home & Garden most recent, 30 Festive Winter…
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A reusable shopping bag that comes in a wide range of fabrics can be used for much more than just shopping. Use a sturdy canvas…
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Paper Mart has a large selection of reusable shopping bags. We carry styles sold individually, by the package, and even by the case! Check out…
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How do they make burlap, and what’s in it?
Burlap is the coarse material usually woven from the fibers of jute plants, although sometimes manufacturers use the fibers from flax or hemp plants to make burlap as well. Burlap has an earthy beige color, and most manufacturers don’t dye it. Since the fiber comes from the tough stems of these plants, burlap is a much tougher material that has always been popular to use for bags, satchels or even as decorations and party favors to give a warm, country sense of style to any occasion.
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Durable and versatile, burlap fabric has been utilized for centuries throughout the world. Truly utilitarian, burlap is made from plant-based fibers and has a myriad of uses throughout the home, and even while you’re on the go. The following are just a few of the ways you can creatively use burlap fabric!
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Rustic, durable and so very versatile, a burlap sack is no longer just for potato storage (haha). It’s the versatility that makes these bags so…
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