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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

Denim Bookbag Made From Jeans

By Susan

I have a wonderful new recycled denim project to share today. This is brand new use for your old jeans and other recycled denim fabric, one that I've never featured before and it is fabulous! Fili and Lino, two super talented crafters who blog at a blog by the same name, Fili & Lino, came up with the brilliant idea of using old jeans to make … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Tote or Bag Tagged With: Denim Bookbag, Denim Craft, Denim Project, Denim Sewing Project, Denim Skirt, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

Monogrammed Denim Wreath Tutorial

By Susan

Monogrammed wreaths are so popular these days and often quite expensive. I love anything with a monogram! Patty who blogs at How Sweet It Is, made a darling monogrammed wreath recently for the 4th of July holiday using a recycled denim shirt and a pair of old jeans. Of course, you could make this wreath using other accent colors since … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Home Decor, Independence Day (4th of July), Wreaths Tagged With: 4th of July Wreath, Denim Project, Denim Wreath, Monogrammed Wreath, Recycled Denim, Repurposed Denim, Upcycled Denim

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...]

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

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...]

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

4th of July Patriotic Topiary Centerpiece

By Susan

Often when crafting with denim,we'll have small scraps of fabric left over. They seem too small to really use but something inside of us just want let us throw them out. We know as soon as we toss them, we'll come across a great project that exactly needs those scrap pieces. Today's Denim Do Over featured project just might be the one you were … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts, Holiday, Independence Day (4th of July) Tagged With: 4th of July Centerpieces, 4th of July Crafts, Denim Project, Patriotic Topiary, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

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...]

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

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

Make A Denim Banner From Jean Pockets

By Susan

Hope you've been enjoying all the patriotic denim craft ideas I've been sharing lately. I'm having a blast featuring them and I have another fun one today that's so simple and yet so brilliant! Plus, it's a "No-Sew" craft, so no need to break out the sewing needles or sewing machine. Is this not the cutest denim blue jean banner for celebrating … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Banners, Crafts, Holiday, Independence Day (4th of July), No-Sew Tagged With: Denim Banner, Denim Pocket Banner, Denim Project, Patriotic Banner, Recycle Jeans, Repurpose Jeans

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