Tutorial: Upcycled denim photo frames 2 ways

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 distressing that is so beautiful you don’t want to just throw them away. Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a great project idea to put those belt loops and side seams to good use. She uses them to make photo frames! She has a tutorial, with 2 methods for making them. There’s no sewing involved, so you don’t have to worry about stitching through all that thick denim.

Click below for her tutorial:

How to Make a Denim Photo Frame Out of Old Jeans, by Pillar Box Blue

[photo from Pillar Box Blue]

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!