22 Clever Ways to Upcycle Your Old Jeans ...

By Sheila • Jun 12, 2015

"What do I do with these old jeans?" I bet that's a question you've asked yourself more than once. Well, you could give them away OR you could use these cute DIY ideas to give them a makeover!

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1. Add a Pattern

Add a Pattern Instructions here

2. DIY Distressed Jeans with a Nutmeg Grater!

DIY Distressed Jeans with a Nutmeg Grater! Instructions here

3. Make a Denim Snack Bag

Make a Denim Snack Bag Instructions here

4. Ombre Patterned Denim Shorts

Ombre Patterned Denim Shorts Instructions here

Discover the mystique and charm of historical garments with our carefully curated inspiration from the medieval era. If you're seeking authenticity for a theme party or costume event, here are some truly renaissance outfit ideas that will transport you back in time. Evoke the spirit of grand festivities with fashion that celebrates tradition and craftsmanship. Embrace a different period, dress up and have fun!

5. I Heart These Jeans

I Heart These Jeans Instructions here

6. Say Yes to Polka Dots

Say Yes to Polka Dots Instructions here

7. Show off Your Patriotic Side

Show off Your Patriotic Side Instructions here

8. DIy Crochet Cuffed Shorts

DIy Crochet Cuffed Shorts

9. DIy Ripped Jeans

DIy Ripped Jeans Instructions here

10. Make a Denim Whale!

Make a Denim Whale! Instructions here

11. Heart Print Jeans

Heart Print Jeans Instructions here

12. Colorful Tie Dye Denim

Colorful Tie Dye Denim Instructions here

13. Floral Print Denim Shorts Are Perfect for Summer

Floral Print Denim Shorts Are Perfect for Summer Instructions here

14. Add Some Studs to Your Cuffs

Add Some Studs to Your Cuffs

15. Add Fabric to Your Back Pockets

Add Fabric to Your Back Pockets

16. Experiment with Stencils

Experiment with Stencils

17. Here's Another Cute Stencil Idea

Here's Another Cute Stencil Idea Instructions here

18. Use Lace to Create This Beautiful Design

Use Lace to Create This Beautiful Design Instructions here

19. Distressed Jeans of a Different Kind

Distressed Jeans of a Different Kind Instructions here

20. Add a Frayed Heart

Add a Frayed Heart Instructions here

21. Convert Your Old Wide Legged Jeans into Skinny Jeans

Convert Your Old Wide Legged Jeans into Skinny Jeans Instructions here

22. Aren't These Monster Patches Cute?!

Aren't These Monster Patches Cute?! Instructions here

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  • Gigi's

    2015-07-16T11:50:48.319Z

    Love it
  • Kathleen

    2015-06-13T14:58:46.112Z

    Love #18 but I don't think I'm crafty enough to do any of these :/
  • Sarah

    2015-06-13T03:32:24.328Z

    Have you ladies ever tried the Jean cut offs thong? Drives men craaaaaazzY
  • Kitty

    2015-06-14T06:00:49.118Z

    When I was a teenager, my sister cut off a pair of my jeans, making sure to leave the pockets. She cut out the crotch and sewed part of one of the legs to make a bag, then used the other leg to make a strap. It was the best purse ever! It had the four pockets and the change pocket. And since it was denim I had it a long time.
  • Rash

    2015-06-13T17:43:37.855Z

    Thanks for posting this!
  • Jennifer

    2015-06-13T21:23:31.215Z

    Such great ideas! Thanks for posting 😀
  • Rash

    2015-06-13T17:43:23.366Z

    @Hafsa I love that particular too!!!
  • Hafsa

    2015-06-13T07:58:37.008Z

    I love the monster patches it's so unique!!
  • MadiDeath

    2015-06-14T02:58:04.677Z

    Super cool! Love these ideas!
  • Rockamania

    2015-06-17T12:53:47.679Z

    thanks for idea mo to put in my fashion company
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