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Learn how to sew the perfect patch pocket with a tutorial from Mayra at So Sew Easy! You often see patch pockets on button up shirts or as the back pockets on a pair of jeans. Because patch pockets are… Read more ... 
Upcycle an old pair of jeans into a crayon holder that makes a great gift for a child! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a tutorial showing ho to make one. The upcycled denim on the outside of crayon roll gives… Read more ... 
The gorgeous Christmas stocking is made from upcycled denim and fabric scraps, and accented with sashiko-inspired hand stitching. Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how you can create an upcycled denim stocking of your own, and she’s… Read more ... 
Don’t throw out your old jeans when they get worn out! That old denim is perfect for sewing and upcycling projects! Cathi from Scratch and Stitch shows how to recycle denim from old jeans to create these luggage tags. The… Read more ... 
This free pattern for a denim messenger bag features a front zip pocket on the closing flap for quick and easy access. Internally the bag has a full width front zip pocket followed by a slip pocket internally. The denim… Read more ... 
Don’t throw away those denim scraps from your upcycled jeans projects! Use them to make some beautiful denim roses. Claire at Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how to make them. I warn you this is an addictive craft,… Read more ... 
You can make up a useful toiletries bag in no time at all following this tutorial by Mary Martha Mama. Made from a sturdy fabric like denim or canvas, it’s great to toss in a backpack or suitcase when you… Read more ... 
If you do much upcycling of old jeans, you probably have a stash of belt loops and side seams. That’s because these bits of the jeans are so thick they’re difficult to sew, but they’ve also got that fading and… Read more ... 
Heavy duty snaps are a great alternative to other closures on heavier weight fabrics. Think denim, canvas, leather, etc. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can install heavy duty snaps. They’re so much faster than sewing buttonholes and buttons… Read more ... 
Create fun checker board effects with this lovely denim woven pillow! Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how. Use the leftover scraps from other repurposed projects for this throw pillow cover. Make a lovely pattern by using… Read more ... 
Make this season’s trendy cropped jacket from a denim shirt! Cathi from Scratch & Stitch has a tutorial showing how. She found her denim shirt on the clearance rack, but you may have one in your closet already. Or, they’re… Read more ... 
Turn those old jeans into a cute new tote! Trash to Couture has a great tutorial at Brother Sews showing how to do it. There’s a big pocket on one side and the corners are boxed. The denim is sturdy,… Read more ... 
Create a door stop from denim upcycled from old jeans! Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how. She mixed denim scraps from several pairs of jeans which creates a cool effect with the different washes. A leather strap on… Read more ... 
Don’t throw away your family’s old worn jeans! Use them to sew an upcycled denim rug. Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a step-by-step tutorial showing how. Making the rug in a chevron designs enables you to show off all… Read more ... 
Don’t throw away those denim scraps – use them to make a unique wall vase! Add to the rustic farmhouse feel to the vase by making it in the shape of a mason jar. Also, use a piece of scrap… Read more ...