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Denim Sit-Upon for Comfy Outdoor Seating

By Susan

I learned a new word this week, I bet it’s one you already know. Have you ever heard of a Sit-Upon?

Since I had never heard that word until Dawn at We Call It Junkin introduced me to her awesome, no-sew tutorial for making them, I had to Google to learn more. Their name says it all because they are just that, something you sit upon.

Per Merriam Webster, a Sit-Upon is a “square or waterproof cloth carried by hikers and campers for sitting on wet ground.” Apparently, they are really popular with girl scouts, too which makes sense since they do a lot of hiking and camping.

Sit-Upons can also make that hard garden bench or  lawn chair a lot more cushy which is how Dawn is using her’s in this picture below. Forget making them square, these are way cuter!  They would be great to take along on a picnic or a concert in the park.

Make Old Jeans Into a Sit-Upon

 

This is a no-sew project so if you don’t sew, no problem! You can still easily make this denim project.

Make Old Jean Into Sit-Upons

 

I love how Dawn’s turned out…the fabric belt adds extra style and fun!

Make Old Jeans Into a Sit-Upon

 

You’ll find Dawn’s detailed tutorial to make you own cushy Sit-Upon at her blog here: Make a Sit-Upon from Old Jeans.

Filed Under: Crafts, No-Sew Tagged With: Denim Crafts, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

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Comments

  1. Pattie @ Olla-Podrida says

    October 22, 2013 at 9:30 am

    I guess I’m dating myself here, but I do remember the “situpon.” A Life magazine sandwiched between two pieces of oil cloth and whip stitched all around. It was a Girl Scout project and came in quite handy when we’d sit on rocky ground at our campsite.

    • Susan says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:45 am

      Pattie, what a fun memory. I love the life magazine part. Those are collectibles today! I remember that magazine vividly. You and I must be around the same age. 🙂

  2. Candy S says

    October 22, 2013 at 7:07 pm

    What a cute idea! That’s what I would call a great upcycling project….. Candy

  3. Dawn @ We Call It Junkin says

    October 22, 2013 at 7:58 pm

    Just wanted to say thanks again for featuring my Sit Upon project. Hopefully a few folks will find it useful. 🙂 I love your new site! Take care – Dawn @ We Call It Junkin.com

    • Susan says

      October 22, 2013 at 9:14 pm

      Thanks, Dawn! Appreciate you sharing it!

  4. Sandra says

    October 24, 2013 at 8:08 am

    This is my first time hearing that and I love it. My gosh this looks comfy!


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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