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Makeover Old Denim Shorts For A Fun New Look

By Susan

Ever have a pair of shorts that were a bit too short but you hated to toss them out? When Cindy who blogs at Upcycled Design Lab ran into this problem, she decided to have some fun with them, using left over denim from a previous denim skirt project. With a small amount of sewing and a little dye, her old denim short shorts went from too short … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Lengthen Denim Shorts, Recycle Denim, Tie-Dye Denim Shorts, Upcycle Denim

Denim Backpack Made From Repurposed Jeans

By Susan

So excited to share a great recycled jean project with you today! Carol, the talented blogger behind the blog, Fun Threads Designs, loves to go hiking with her family. When hiking, no one wants to lug a purse along when hiking but it's so nice to have the essentials you need like a water bottle, sunscreen, a few snacks and of course, the car … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Tote Bags & Purses, Tote or Bag Tagged With: Denim Backpack, Denim Bag, Recycled Jeans, Repurposed Jeans

Stylish Denim Gym Bag Made From Old Jeans

By Susan

Hope you've been saving all those old pairs of worn jeans since I lasted posted because I have a fabulous recycled jean bag project for you! This one comes from the All Day Chic where there are lots of great pictures showing how this bag is made. Her post includes a link to the instructions which are in Russian, so you'll need to use a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Tote Bags & Purses, Tote or Bag Tagged With: Denim Gym Bag, Recycled Denim Bag, Recycled Denim Project, Recycled Jeans Project

Repuposed Jeans Create A Sweet Bib For Baby

By Susan

Baby bibs are definitely one of the most popular projects to make from repurposed denim.  This adorable bib comes from A Maidenhair Fern. The pocket on the front gives it so much personality and styling. Love the contrasting polka-dot fabric on back. There are so many ways to handle the closure from velcro to snaps. Be sure to check out the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bib, Fashion Tagged With: Bib Made From Jeans, Blue Jean Bib, Denim Bib, Denim Craft, Denim Project, Two-Sided Bib

Extend Jean Wear With A Ruffled Hem

By Susan

I have the cutest project to share with you today! This one just makes you want to say Awww! At least it did me! When you have young ones who are always outgrowing their jeans, often long before they are even worn out, wouldn't it be nice to have a way to make those jeans last just a little while longer. Destri who blogs at the blog, The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Decorate Jeans, Jean Project, Jean Tutorial, Ruffle Pants Cuffs

Surprising Denim Jacket Transformation

By Susan

Ever wish you could completely transform or change the color of a pair of your jeans or a jean skirt or jacket? Beth who blogs at The Renegade Seamstress had a denim blue jacket she no liked as it was, and decided to give it a little makeover. Check out the "Before" and "After" below. If you have a pair of jeans, a jean jacket, or s skirt that's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Denim Fashion, Denim Jacket Makeover, Denim Jeans Makeover, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Make An Adorable Skirt From Old Jeans

By Susan

Have a pair of jeans that are stained or damaged? Maybe they have even have tears in the knees. Or, perhaps your children have outgrown their favorite pair of jeans? Don't toss them! Turn those old jeans into a one-a-kind design! Choose a fabric you love and following this fabulous tutorial from U Create, turn those old jeans into a cute summer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Denim Craft, Denim Project, Denim Wreath, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose 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...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Fashion, Jewelry, No-Sew Tagged With: Denim & Pearl Necklace, Denim Crafts, Denim Flower Necklace, Denim Jewelry, Denim Project, Denim Rag Quilt, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Denim Apron Made From Recycled Jeans

By Susan

Denim aprons are definitely one of the more popular projects made from old jeans. I just took a count and I've featured 14 different recycled denim aprons here at Denim Do Over! This will be the 15th!  Today's apron project was a make-it-up-as-you-go project for Heather who blogs at Inventive Denim. She dubbed this project the "All-Leg Denim … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: Apron Craft, Denim Apron, Denim Crafts, Recycle Jeans, Recycled Denim, Repurpose Jeans

Denim Toy Storage Bag Made From Jeans

By Susan

Do you have children or grandchildren? If you do, you're going to love this recycled denim project! Meg who blogs at Handmade By Meg K was eager to try her hand at using vinyl in a sewing project. She came up with an absolutely brilliant design, creating the cutest see-through storage bag, perfect for stowing about toys. Don't you love it! It's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Tote Bags & Purses Tagged With: Denim Bag, Denim Craft, Denim Project, Denim Storage Bag, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans, Toy Storage Bag

Denim Pockets Made From Recycled Jeans

By Susan

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...]

Filed Under: Aprons, Fashion Tagged With: Denim Crafts, Denim Pockets, Jean Pockets, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

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

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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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