{"id":10040,"date":"2015-04-25T07:15:09","date_gmt":"2015-04-24T21:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/2015\/04\/25\/20-ways-to-repurpose-denim-jeans\/"},"modified":"2021-04-02T12:33:39","modified_gmt":"2021-04-02T02:33:39","slug":"20-ways-to-repurpose-denim-jeans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/2015\/04\/25\/20-ways-to-repurpose-denim-jeans\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Ways to Repurpose Denim Jeans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Denims are one of the strongest fabrics there are. I guess it is the reason why jeans are usually more expensive that any other type of clothing: they last longer. But of course we can\u2019t wear them forever \u2013 the kids outgrow their denims, sometimes we accidentally ruin parts of our clothing, sometimes they simply become too old for style.<\/p>\n<p>Now it would be wise if we could maximise the monetary value of those denims by repurposing them. Aside from cutting them to make denim shorts, we\u2019ve collected other\u00a0ideas you could try doing with your old jeans <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-smiley\" src=\"http:\/\/ideas2live4.com\/crafts\/wp-includes\/images\/smilies\/icon_smile.gif\" alt=\":)\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can swirl the ends of your jeans to make coasters. (from <a title=\"Make Something of It\" href=\"http:\/\/makingsomethingofit.com\/maker\/denim-coasters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"456\">Make Something of It<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4874\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00001.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"889\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Or cut squares to make cocktail napkins. (via <a title=\"Brit + Co.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brit.co\/upcycle-your-old-jeans-into-chic-cocktail-napkins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"457\">Brit+Co.<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4875\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00002.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It would make a good quilt. (from <a title=\"It's Always Autumn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.itsalwaysautumn.com\/modern-denim-quilt.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"458\">It\u2019s Always Autumn<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4876\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00003.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It would also be a stylish headband for the girls. (from <a title=\"Three Mustard Seeds\" href=\"http:\/\/threemustardseeds.com\/blog\/572013diy-days-recycled-denim-headband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"459\">Three Mustard Seeds<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4877\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00004.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"852\" \/><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s a nice rug. (from <a title=\"Liesl Made\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hugedomains.com\/domain_profile.cfm?d=lieslmade.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"460\">Liesl Made<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4878\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00005.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Of course, you can make a purse or a pouch with it. (from <a title=\"Jessica Rebelo\" href=\"http:\/\/www.jessicarebelo.com\/cgi-sys\/suspendedpage.cgi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"461\">Jessica Rebelo<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4879\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00006.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A lunch bag \u2013 simply beautiful. (from <a title=\"Between the Lines\" href=\"http:\/\/pm-betweenthelines.blogspot.com\/2012\/10\/denim-snack-bag-recycling-project.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"462\">Between the lines<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4880\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00007.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Make a stuffed animal for your kids. This blue whale looks nice. (from <a title=\"Valaan Villapaita\" href=\"http:\/\/valaanvillapaita.blogspot.com\/p\/hi-there-i-finally-managed-to-translate.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"463\">Valaan Villapaita<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4881\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00009.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sew pieces of denims from different jeans to create a cute ottoman. (from <a title=\"Michele Made Me\" href=\"http:\/\/www.michelemademe.com\/2011\/09\/drop-dead-denim-one-tough-pouf.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"464\">Michele Made Me<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4882\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00010.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"599\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Isn\u2019t this a nice wine bag? What a clever wine opener pocket! (from <a title=\"DIYrefashion\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hugedomains.com\/domain_profile.cfm?d=diyrefashion.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"465\">DIYrefashion<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4883\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00011.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"1203\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A country style place mat. (via <a title=\"HGTV\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/decorating\/trash-to-treasure-recycled-blue-jeans\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"466\">HGTV<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4884\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00012.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dark denims are perfect for making a tool case.\u00a0(from <a title=\"Pop Sugar\" href=\"http:\/\/www.casasugar.com\/DIY-Denim-Wrench-Case-2494350\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"467\">Pop Sugar<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4885\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00013.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Keep sharp objects organized and away from the little ones with this hanging denim organizer. (from <a title=\"Fiskars Craft\" href=\"https:\/\/fiskarscraft.typepad.com\/my_weblog\/2009\/03\/old-jeans-wall-hanging-fiskarscraft.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"468\">Fiskars Craft<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4886\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00014.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"535\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Crush blocks of ice for your cocktails with it. (from <a title=\"The Kitchn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-perfect-cocktail-ice-with-a-pair-of-jeans-170891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"469\">The Kitchn<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4887\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00015.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>They make cool napkin rings as well. Perfect for this 4th of July celebration! (from <a title=\"Between Naps on the Porch\" href=\"https:\/\/betweennapsontheporch.net\/denim-napkin-rings-made-from-old-jeans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"470\">Between Naps on the Porch<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4888\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00016.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"548\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The denim\u2019s thickness makes it a good oven mitt. (from <a title=\"My Recycled Bags\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrecycledbags.com\/2010\/06\/05\/recycled-denim-oven-mitt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"471\">My Recycled Bags<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4889\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00017.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"1207\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This one looks like an expensive duffel bag. (from <a title=\"Live Internet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liveinternet.ru\/users\/lika35\/post162713831\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"472\">Live Internet<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4890\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00018.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Weave your denim and make a cute water jug holder. (from <a title=\"Craft Passion\" href=\"https:\/\/www.craftpassion.com\/woven-water-bottle-holder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"473\">Craft Passion<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4891\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00019.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"952\" \/><\/p>\n<p>How about celebrating the 4th of July with this no-sew patriotic wreath? (from <a title=\"The House That Built Us\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thehousethatbuiltus.com\/2012\/07\/wreath-wednesday-errtuesday-god-bless.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"474\">The House that Built Us<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4892\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jeans00020.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Create phone gadget cases which are unnoticeable when you wear denim jeans! (via <a title=\"Instructables\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instructables.com\/Levis-Denim-iPodiPhone-Case\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"475\">Instructables<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4893\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2017\/03\/Repurposed-Jean00001.jpg\" alt=\"Repurposed Jeans\" width=\"800\" height=\"602\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What are you going to do with your old jeans?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Denims are one of the strongest fabrics there are. I guess it is the reason why jeans are usually more expensive that any other type of clothing: they last longer. 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