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From Trash to Treasure: 27 Upcycled Denim DIYs to Try Today

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Are you tired of throwing away your old denim jeans? Don’t worry! We have got you covered with some fantastic upcycled denim DIYs that you can try today.

Whether you’re a bargain hunter looking for creative ways to save money or a crafter eager to unleash your creativity, these upcycled denim projects are perfect for you.

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Use old denim jeans to recover an armchair

Use old denim jeans to recover an armchair
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Use colorful embroidery threads to sprinkle sunflowers all over the back of your jacket.

Bored Panda

Upcycle your old denim into this gorgeous whale that would make a great gift for an ocean-loving child.

Valaan Villapaita

You’ll need to collect a few jean pockets for this denim upcycle project, but the end result is something stylish and functional.

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Follow this tutorial to find out how to repurpose old denim into a cottagecore chic chair cover.

Michelle Made Me

This gorgeous DIY Christmas tree is made from the belt loops, hems and seams of repurposed jeans. Leave them plain or decorate them for Christmas.

Pillar Box Blue

Watch the video to see how to transform a pair of jeans into a denim backpack!

Find out how easy it us to turn your tired, worn out denim into a cute rag rug!

My Poppet Makes

Transform your old denim into a cute tote bag.

Trash to Couture

I just can’t get enough of these jean pocket organizers!

Redo it Yourself Inspirations

These gorgeous recycled jeans pillows will brighten up any home. They made from upcycled denim and have colourful pom poms and sari trim for that boho look.

Pillar Box Blue

Watch the video to see how to refashion old thrifted jeans into a fabulous bucket bag.

Learn how to make upcycled baby shoes with a free sewing pattern. It’s a great way to reuse and recycle denim for durable fabric shoes!

Heather Handmade

Be inspired to turn your old jeans into a GORGEOUS bucket tote bag!

Dahling Designs

Grab some old denims and make a stunning circular DIY rug out of them. Follow the tutorial to find all the details and sew your own recycled denim rug.

Ohoh Decs

Take a pile of thrifted jeans and turn them into a cute chevron pillow.

Ashbee Design

Turn an old pair of jeans into a one-of-a-kind denim backpack. It has lots of pockets and can be converted into a crossbody bag.

Scratch and Stitch

This gorgeous denim wreath for all seasons is simply made from leftover scraps from other projects. Felt scraps for the roses and jeans seams for the base.

Pillar Box Blue

Sew a DIY fold over clutch using recycled denim and leather or faux leather with an optional cross body strap

Melly Sews

These star shaped bean bags are perfect for outdoor or indoor play with kids!

Swoodson Says

Denim is one of the most durable fabrics made and also the easiest to find for projects such as this small space floor mat. You can repurpose last year’s worn out jeans or go in search of a handful of jumpers or dresses at the thrift store without spending a lot of money.

A Beautiful Mess

This denim quilt is gorgeous and will look great over your sofa!

Frugal Family Times

Find out how to make this cute denim picnic blanket from old jeans!

Sustain my Craft Habit

Here’s another way to repurpose those old holey (or should we say too tight?) blue jeans. Nothing says 4th of July like red, white and blue bunting!

Pretty Handy Girl

This Rug Making 101 video will show you how to weave a rug using old jeans! The jeans rug is adorable!

Discover how to make denim feathers from recycled jeans, perfect for crafting trendy accessories and home decor.

Pillar Box Blue

This upcycled denim doorstop is practical and stylish.

Vicky Myers Creations

How to make a cosmetic bag from unwanted jeans

Handmadiya

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