Beach umbrella fix -up

I've been on the lookout of an inexpensive beach umbrella that was light weight.  Of course I should have bought one at the beginning of summer when they were everywhere!  Of course, now that I am ready to buy one -my Wal-Mart has been out of stock for a while. 

I finally found a great umbrella at my local goodwill - and for only 8 dollars!

The carrying bag was in awful condition but the actual umbrella looked great!  I took it home and began to fix it up.

 

 Here is the BEFORE:

And here is the AFTER:

I made a long tote bag and added an extra long handle so it could be thrown over the shoulder. Can't wait to take it to the beach!