Don't have enough jean pockets for a denim project you have in mind? Make your own like Morgan did when she created these adorable custom aprons! I'm so used to seeing the pockets recycled from jeans, I'm not sure I would have thought to just make my own from the denim fabric. Brilliant idea and so simple! I especially love the one filled with … [Read more...]
Denim Garden Or Craft Apron Made From Recycled Jeans
Do you love gardening? How about crafting? Are you messy like me? I declare, I am the Queen of Messy! Nearly every casual shirt I own has a little paint on it or something from where I get knee-deep into my latest DIY project and realize half way in that I'm wearing semi-nice clothes that I really don't want to ruin. Deborah, the blogger behind … [Read more...]
Make a Denim Apron With Bird Applique
Denim aprons are such popular projects to make when recycling old jeans. They are comfortable, stand up to all kinds of abuse, and they take frequent washings with no problem. Lucy who blogs at My Byrd House created a simple apron design using a pair of repurposed denim jeans. Her apron design is an easy one to make so even the beginner crafter … [Read more...]
Make a Scrappy Denim Apron From Jeans
Have you done any sewing with a serger? I haven't but I do like how they work for seaming fabric together. Today's recycled denim project from the blog, I'm SEW Cheap, is a patchwork apron created using a serger to give it a fun "scrappy" look. If you don't have a serger and would love to make this apron from recycled jeans or scrap denim fabric … [Read more...]
Shabby Chic Denim and Lace Apron
I'm always amazed by all the different styles of aprons folks make by recycling a pair of denim jeans. I love this darling shabby chic denim and lace apron The Farmer's Daughter created from a pair of jean cut-offs and lace she found in a thrift store. This would surely make cooking and washing dishes a whole lot more fun, although it's almost too … [Read more...]
Denim Apron Made from Recycled Jeans
Earlier today I featured a denim apron made by Kristin who blogs at Kleas here at Denim Do Over. I'm sharing a second apron this afternoon because it's a denim apron project that was inspired by Kristin's apron. Michelle who blogs at Life Made Creations had an old pair of jeans with major tears in the knees. Instead of just tossing them out, she … [Read more...]
No-Sew Denim Apron Made from Recycled Jeans
Have you ever had a dream that led to a project or craft idea? Kristin, who blogs at Kleas, loves crafting so much, she actually dreams about it. Now that's a true crafter! One night she dreamt about making an apron from old jeans and when she awoke, that's exactly what she did! Kristin decided to make her denim apron a "No-Sew" project so this … [Read more...]
Sew a Denim Apron from Jeans
The minute I saw it, I fell in love with the sweet apron Kim made for her daughter using repurposed jean fabric. Kim, the publisher behind the blog, Mommy Knows, wrote a humorous tutorial sharing how she made this apron for her daughter, Georgia. It may or may not have involved Valium. ;) Haven't we all been there, knee-deep in a project that at … [Read more...]
Make a Ruffled Apron from Old Jeans
Brenda had a favorite pair of jeans, do you remember Zena jeans? When her Zena jeans wore out, she couldn't bear to part with them. Have you ever felt that way about a favorite piece of clothing like a shirt or sweater, I definitely have! Instead of tossing them out, Brenda came up with a fabulous idea, a way to keep her fave pair of jeans … [Read more...]
Make a Ruffled Denim Apron from Recycled Jeans
Aprons are one of the most popular ways to repurpose old jeans. Carissa who blogs at Creative Green Living says, "Of all the things you can do with an old pair of jeans, recycling them into a cute apron is perhaps the most perfect application. By design, the denim is rugged and durable - perfect for protecting your clothes while out in the garden … [Read more...]
Sew a Denim Garden Apron & Tool Caddy from Old Jeans and Burlap
I know we are entering the fall and winter season in many areas of the world, but I couldn't resist sharing this wonderful tutorial transforming a pair of men's jeans into an adorable gardening apron and tool caddy. Start working on it now and you'll be all set for spring! Please note: This tutorial does require a little bit of sewing. Kendra … [Read more...]
Denim Apron from Repurposed Levi Jeans
Aprons are a popular sewing project when finding new purposes for old jeans. Kimbo who blogs at Girl And a Glue Gun made this cute denim apron from old Levi jeans and it's one of her favorites. She wears it whenever she paints to protect her clothing. Kimbo says, "One pair of Levi yields two aprons. And whatever size pants you are … [Read more...]
