I ran across this neat How-To on making tote bags out of a shower curtain. I believe this idea includes the use of a new shower curtain. I thought this was pretty cool, as their are many patterns and designs of shower curtains, so one could get nice and creative here.

Shower Curtain Tote Bag

SUPPLIES
1 new shower curtain with a small printed design
1 spool clear or black quilting thread
1 heavy-duty needle
Embroidery floss
2 strips nylon trim, each 12 inches long
1 roll Terrifically Tacky double-sided tape, 1/4 inch wide
Pen

DIRECTIONS: Cut three rectangular pieces from the shower curtain: one 40 by 15 inches, and two 20 by 4 inches (see note below).

Lay the larger piece open and face down. Cut two 40-inch pieces of double-sided tape and attach them lengthwise down both sides. Rub it with your fingers to make sure it’s secure. On one side, peel off the backing of the tape. Line up one edge of a 20-inch piece of vinyl along one row of tape, starting from the top and keeping the pattern to the outside. Run your finger along the seam to bond it. Repeat on the other side. You will now have a “flap” on each side. Fold each side panel so the edge is flush with the edge of the larger piece of vinyl.

Carefully lift the other end of the large piece and, starting at the bottom, lay it in place so the tape lines up with the side panels. Rub your fingers in place to seal. You will now have the basic structure of the bag.

Create a hem for the top of the bag by applying the tape and then folding over the cut edge. Using the needle and clear thread, hand-sew along all of the seams around the bag to make it sturdy. To attach the handles, make a dot on the inside of the bag at the spots where you want to sew. Line up the end of one of the pieces of nylon trim and, using the needle and embroidery floss, sew it on securely. Repeat for the other end of the trim. Repeat for the other side of the bag so you have two handles.

TIPS AND VARIATIONS: It is important to use the double-sided tape, otherwise the curtain will slip as you are sewing. You also can use a sewing machine, but make sure to adjust the tension, use a zigzag stitch and a heavy-duty needle. Double up the vinyl for a thicker bag, or line it with a silky fabric for a more elegant look. Grip the vinyl firmly and pull it through as the machine is running, otherwise it will get stuck. Use the vinyl to create book covers, coin purses. Line the tops of plastic placemats by using the Terrifically Tacky Tape. Instead of sewing, attach grommets to connect the pieces.

NOTE: If your shower curtain has a directional pattern, you will have to cut the 40-inch piece into two 20-inch pieces and connect them at the bottom with the tape and by sewing.

This crafty tutorial comes courtesy of this article.