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Make a Denim Basket from Recycled Jeans

By Susan

I am continually amazed and delighted by all the wonderful ideas talented folks like Ama, who blogs at OHOH, think of for recycling those no-longer-worn denim jeans. Is this not the cutest basket! This woven basket would work for so many purposes. It would make a great waste basket in a teen's room, but doesn't it look great filled with green … [Read more...]

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Denim Art: Make A Circle Tree From Jeans

By Susan

Amanda Formaro, the super talented blogger behind the blog, Crafts By Amanda, always amazes me with all the wonderful projects she creates with recycled denim. She can draw inspiration from the simplest things and turn them into something wonderful! Amanda's inspiration for this darling denim circle tree came from a business card she came across … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Art, Art, Crafts, Home Decor, No-Sew Tagged With: Denim Art, Denim Circle Tree, Denim Decor, Denim Pillow, Denim Projects, Recycle Jeans, Repurposed Jeans

Denim & Pearl Flower Necklace Made From Jeans

By Susan

I never ceased to be amazed by all the  wonderful and clever creations talented crafters come up with to recycle denim, especially denim jeans.  I've featured several jewelry projects in the past here at Denim Do Over and today's denim project, a denim and pearl flower necklace crafted by Rachel at Bubbly Nature Creations has to be one of my … [Read more...]

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Butterfly Applique Made From Goodwill Jeans

By Susan

Sometimes instead of creating or working on a really big denim project, we just want to use this always versatile fabric to decorate or embellish. That's what Deborah who blogs at Art Threads decided to do with a pair of old jeans she found for a song at Goodwill. With her thrifted jeans, she created the cutest butterfly applique that's perfect for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Fashion, No-Sew Tagged With: Denim Applique, Denim Butterfly, Denim Project, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Add Polka Dots to Denim Jeans

By Susan

Got a pair of jeans that could use a little makeover? Here's a cute way to update those same old, same old jeans that's basically free. Only expense or cost is a wee bit of white paint. Christina who blogs at Eat. Sleep. Denim has written a tutorial along with pictures showing how to makeover a pair of jean shorts by adding adorable polka dots! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion, No-Sew Tagged With: Decorate Jeans With Polka Dots, Denim Project, Polka Dot Denin Shorts, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Make A Banner For The 4th of July

By Susan

I'm doing it! I'm sneaking in one more 4th of July denim craft before it's too late. I couldn't let preparations for the big day go by without sharing this fabulous banner made using the recycled pockets from denim jeans. Cheryl, the Blogger behind the awesome blog, That's What Che Said, created this fabulous banner and even customized it with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Banners, Crafts, Holiday, Independence Day (4th of July), No-Sew Tagged With: 4th of July Banner, 4th of July Decoration, Denim Banner, Denim Project, Jean Pocket Banner, Recycled Denim, Repurposed Denim, Upcycled Denim

Make a Patriotic Denim Flag Wreath For The 4th Of July

By Susan

So excited today to share one more amazing patriotic wreath design using recycled denim, just in time for your upcoming 4th of July celebration. Kim, the talented blogger behind the blog, Made In a Day created the cutest red, white and blue patriotic flag wreath design. This fun and easy-to-make wreath can be made in one sitting and will look great … [Read more...]

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4th of July Centerpiece: Red, White & Blue Rag Balls

By Susan

Need an easy and fun centerpiece for your 4th of July celebration? Sharon at the blog, Crafts 'n Coffee has written a fun tutorial sharing how to make these no-sew, patriotic rag balls using denim and other scrap fabrics left over from other craft or sewing projects. These cute balls would look great tossed into a basket as Sharon did or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Independence Day (4th of July), No-Sew Tagged With: 4th of July Centerpiece, 4th of July Decorations, Denim Project, Denim Rag Balls, Patriotic Rag Balls, Recycle Denim, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Make a No-Sew, No-Cutting Patriotic Denim Wreath

By Susan

As Independence Day fast approaches, I have one more no-wew patriotic denim wreath to share. This one doesn't even require any cutting! No kidding! Jamie who blogs at The House That Built Us wanted to make a denim wreath but didn't have any old jeans to use. So, what to do? She took a pair of perfectly good pair of jeans, wrapped them and … [Read more...]

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DIY 4th Of July Patriotic Wreath

By Susan

Have you been inspired by all the wonderful patriotic wreaths I've been sharing? Did you ever have any idea there were so many different ways to make a red, white and blue wreath for the 4th of July using scrap fabric and of course, our favorite fabric, denim? I have been amazed by all these wonderful wreath designs! I have one more patriotic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Home Decor, Independence Day (4th of July), No-Sew, Wreaths Tagged With: 4th of July Wreath, Denim Project, Denim Wreath, Patriotic Wreath, Rag Wreath, Recycled Denim, Repurposed Denim, Upcycled Denim

A Denim & Burlap Wreath For Patriotic Holidays

By Susan

Have you ever crafted with denim and burlap? They are awesome together, aren't they? These strong, tough fabrics especially work well together in wreaths as seen in this fabulous red, white and blue wreath designed by Michele who blogs at The Scrap Shoppe.  This would be so wonderful hanging on the door this time of year for the 4th of July … [Read more...]

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Make A Wreath From Jeans For The 4th of July

By Susan

I'm having a blast featuring all these great wreath tutorials made from recycled jeans. Who knew there was so many ways to recycle denim jeans into a wreath! Today's tutorial is the creative brainchild of Shannon who blogs at Fox Hollow Cottage. This adorable wreath would be perfect as a decoration for a front door or any room for our upcoming … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Home Decor, Independence Day (4th of July), No-Sew, Wreaths Tagged With: Blue Jean Wreath, Denim Project, Denim Skirt, Denim Wreath, Pool Noodle Craft, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

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Hi, I’m Susan, Glad you stopped by! If you’re looking for ideas and inspiration for repurposing those old jeans or denim clothing, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find lots of great projects including home decor ideas, craft projects and fashion designs.

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