30+ Fabulous Crafts from Denim Jeans!
Do you have old denim jeans that don't fit or are too old? Find many projects to repurpose those old jeans into something new and useful. There are so many ideas on this page, you are sure to find something to make.
Find books on designing with denim. Want to make a jeans skirt? A laptop bag? Find everything from Aprons, bags, quilts, coasters, skirts, laptop bags and more on this page.
Some of the projects on this page are Needlepointers.com tutorials which are all FREE. We love to reuse old items to make new things so jeans are a perfect fit. Find tutorials for our lined bag, pocket purses, doll skirts and more.
We also have a tutorial on how to fix holes in those old jeans. We know that holes in jeans are a new style, but you may want to patch them also.
If you have questions about our tutorials, click on over to the Youtube video for the project and write a comment there. We try to answer comments and questions.
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![Denim by Design]()
More than 150 colorful step-by-step photos, directions and patterns help sewers of all levels to inexpensively create vests, purses, belts and other denim-driven accessories.
by Barb Chauncey
- Paperback
- Published 2008
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![Denim Redesign]()
20 Projects to Reconstruct & Embellish Jeans, Overalls, and Jackets.
by Amy Barickman
- Paperback
- Published 2007
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A simple tutorial how to create an apron from old denim jeans.
My Byrd House
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Recycle old jeans and machine embroidery to make a crafty apron.
Embroidery Library
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How to make a denim pocketbook or handbag from an old jeans.
Love To Sew
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This articles shows how to turn old jeans into a laptop bag.
Habit of Art
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Recycle jean leg into a wine tote.
Design Sponge
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Create a wine bag from old denim jeans.
Cathie Filian
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Scrap fabrics of denim and other fabric are used to create pretty barrettes.
Until Wednesday Calls
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Make useful items from old denim - quilt, purse, pillow, apron.
RLROUSE Directory
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Repurpose old denim jeans.
Elna USA
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A gift idea for a young girl.
All free Crafts
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![Denim Jeans Bag (Basket)]()
Stop throwing away old jeans! You can transform the old jeans into a useful denim bag (basket) with this tutorial.
Needlepointers.com
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![Denim Jeans Skirt (No Sewing Necessary)]()
This video will show you how to make a denim jeans skirt for a doll from old jeans. This skirt will fit an American Girl Doll or any 18" doll.
Needlepointers.com
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Recycle denim pockets into magnets to hold coupons and notes on the refrigerator.
All free Crafts
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All Free Crafts
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How to make slippers for old jeans.
The Guardian
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Make a dog bed with recycled jeans.
Cyberseams
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Embroidery Library Projects
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![How to fix Holes in Jeans]()
Video and instructions on how to fix holes in jeans.
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Twenty-five things to do with old jeans.
WiseBread
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This Recycled Jeans Organizer is a fun way for teens to combine their creative side and keep locker organized.
Free Kids Crafts
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How to make a jeans skirt.
Sewing.org
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Making a skirt out of a pair of jeans.
Not Martha
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Turn Jeans into a skirt.
Curbly - Threadbanger
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Turn jeans into a skirt.
Fashion Icon
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A tutorial on how to make shorts from jeans.
mmm crafts
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Create this simple lunch bag from old denim jeans.
Make and Takes
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Apple printed lunch sack from old jeans.
Inner Child Fun
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A free pillow project which using old jeans and leftover fabric.
Love To Sew
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![Pocket Handbag]()
How to make a small, cute handbag using an old jeans or shorts pocket. This project only requires simple sewing skills so beginners and kids can sew this project.
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Turn old jeans into pot holders with these free directions.
Favecrafts
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Recycle denim jeans into pot holders.
My Recycled Bags
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Recycle your old blue jeans into an easy, pieced throw.
All People Quilt
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Instruction for giving durable denim another life as a set of cute 'n' cozy rag-quilted coasters.
Sew I See
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Recycle denim shirts or skirts into a rug.
All free Crafts
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A tutorial on how to make a jeans skirt.
This Thrifty House
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How to make a jeans skirt.
Sewing.org
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How to make stylish slippers from old jeans.
The Guardian
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How to make curtain tie backs by upcycling materials around the house including tee shirt curtain tie backs and jeans tie backs.
Our Daily Craft
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This quick sewing project makes it a cinch to turn old jeans into tool roll for craft supplies such as scissors, knitting needles, brushes, etc.
Until Wednesday Calls
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Make a craft bucket out of jeans, cardboard and some fancy fabric. The bucket is perfect for holding yarn or crafting supplies, and the jean pockets on the interior are great for holding scissors, other sharp tools or small supplies.
DIY Network
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For this project you can purchase denim or recycle old denim.
My Recycled Bags
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Turn old jeans into something new and useful.
Love To Sew
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By using a pair of jeans, sew a shoulder tote and/or water bottle holder.
AOK Corral
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Recycle cast off denim into a convenient caddy.
Instructables
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The back pockets of old denim jeans are used to make a wall hanging to stash items.
Fiskars Craft
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![Wine Bottle Gift Bag (Repurpose Denim Jeans)]()
How to turn denim jeans into a wine bottle gift bag.
Needlepointers.com
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