Boomerang Bags Bright is a community initiative reducing single-use plastics through handmade, reusable bags. Since 2017, we’ve created over 1,400 bags using donated fabrics—sparking conversations, reducing landfill waste, and building connections across Bright, Harrietville, Porepunkah, Wandiligong and Freeburgh.
“It’s not about what it is, it’s about what it can become.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax
Sewing Together or at Home
Although Boomerang Bags is currently in recess, we hope to update you soon about upcoming sewing bees and fabric donation points.
When active, we gather in the Boom Room at the Bright Community Centre for group sewing sessions and workshops. Anyone is welcome to join in or host their own sewing bee with friends, schools, or community groups.
Prefer to sew at home? Grab a Take Home & Sew Pack from:
Sew Bright Alpine Quilting – Bright
Harrietville Bakery – Harrietville
Bright Library – Bright
Each pack includes fabric and basic instructions—just add love (and stitching!).
Our Bags
Community Bags – Free to take and use. Made by community, for community.
We make two types of reusable bags:
Bought to Support (BTS) Bags – Available for around $7. Made from new or premium fabrics, with proceeds supporting our room hire, machine maintenance, and awareness events.
Find our community bags hanging at:
Food Wine & Friends – Bright
Bright Library
Harrietville Bakery
Sixpence Coffee – Bright
Donations Welcome
Got fabric or thread to spare?
We’re especially keen on clean cottons, old bedding, tablecloths, hessian sacks, and large remnants. Drop off at:
Bright Library
Sew Bright Alpine Quilting
Harrietville Bakery
Got a large or unusual donation? Please contact us first to chat!
Get Involved
Want to involve your school or community group in a sewing bee?
We have easy-to-use patterns and pre-cut packs to help you get started. Drop us a line—we’d love to support you.
boomerangbagsbright@gmail.com
0403 688 306
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