Sewing pattern: Upcycled denim doorstop

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 the top makes it easy to carry.

Click below for her tutorial:

DIY Doorstop with Handle, by Vicky Myers Creations

[photo from Vicky Myers Creations]

If you are looking for more denim upcycle projects check these out.

Looking for more ways to use Recycled Denim in craft projects?

Check out this book featuring 10 other ways to use Denim jeans. or this book on making Denim Projects using upcycled denim.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!