Description
Book SynopsisDenim Upcycled contains 25 creative projects using old pairs of jeans to create fabulous, customised clothes & homewares.
Jeans are such a wardrobe staple that most people end up with at least one or two pairs of that don’t fit any more, have worn out in places or have gone out of style. But instead of consigning them to landfill, why not repurpose them? Denim is a durable and versatile fabric that’s perfect for upcycling into stylish, sustainable and useful items for you, your family and friends, and your home. With clear instructions and handy tips throughout, projects are suitable for all levels.
Projects include: Flower Brooch, Decorative Cuff, Phone Case, Coin Pouch, Zippy Pouch, Water Bottle Carrier, Tote Bag, Messenger Bag, Storage Baskets, Drawstring Bag, Notebook Cover, Luggage Tags, Shorts, Skirt, Pendant Bottle, Gift Bag, Love Cushion, Home Cushion, Plant Pot, Hanging Hearts, Tooth Fairy Pillow, Pencil Case, Tablet Storage Pouch, Wall Hanging Organizer, Three-in-a-Row Game.
- 25 quick and easy projects for useful items from upcycled jeans
- Projects for bags, tags, covers, baskets, cuffs and clothes
- Suitable for those with little or no sewing experience as well as more experienced crafters
- Will appeal to those wanting to counteract throwaway culture, buy less and reuse more
Table of ContentsIntroduction
A Brief Background to the Iconic Blue Jeans
The Deconstruction Phase
Other Materials
Measurements and Templates
Equipment
Stitching Denim
Hand Sewing and Embroidery Stitches
Turning Through and Finishing
PROJECTS
Flower Brooch
Decorative Cuff
Phone Case
Coin Pouch
Zippy Pouch
Water Bottle Carrier
Tote Bag
Messenger Bag
Storage Baskets
Drawstring Bag
Notebook Cover
Luggage Tags
Shorts
Skirt
Pendant
Bottle Gift Bag
Love Cushion
Home Cushion
Plant Pot
Hanging Hearts
Tooth Fairy Pillow
Pencil Case
Tablet Storage Pouch
Wall Hanging Organizer
Three-in-a-Row Game
Templates
Resources
Acknowledgements
Index
