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Looking for a fun, creative and "green" gift to make this year? Try out a jean bag! Using materials you have in your closet, or easily picked up from a thrift store, you can make this...
Do your favorite pair of blue jeans or pants become too small or large or have holes? Don't throw them away. Recycle those old pair of jeans into a new purse. A blue jean purse can be very easy to...
Skinny jeans, which are jeans that hug the leg to the ankle, have become popular. The perfect pair of shoes can make skinny jeans a great fashion statement.
Are you looking for a fun way to make a jean purse that is as individual as you are? This is the easiest way to make it and it is so much FUN! 1. Select a pair of jeans. Kids ask mom first! 2....
Don't know what to do with those old jeans? A good idea is to make a useful accessory -- a handbag. This is one of the most popular ways of recycling this season: blue jean handbags. They are...
Just admit it, your addicted to Twilight aren't you? Its okay you can come out of the closet, there are many others just like you! Kristen Stewart plays the role of Bella Swan in the upcoming...
Make a Jeans Pocket Purse: Sew in Lining
Trim off some of the excess fabric. You can trim it down to about a quarter inch if you like. Learn how to make a pocket purse from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Pocket Purse: Making Strap
You can make the strap out of an old, recycled belt, preferably a soft leather that's easy to sew. You can also make a strap out of a piece of denim. Learn how to make a pocket purse from recycled...
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Materials & Cutting
You'll need two pairs of jeans that are about the same size. You'll need a good sharp pair of scissors, some pins, and some heavy needles for your sewing machine. Learn how to make a tote bag from...
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Sewing Up Bottom & Making Straps
It's fine, if the side seams don't end up at the side. Learn how to make a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Sew on Straps
Place the strap just on the waistband and beside the belt loop and then sew it on. Learn how to make a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Sewing in Lining
To finish off the tote bag, place the inside bag and use it as a lining for the outer bag. Learn how to make a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Strap on Bag
Place the strap on the side, so it's centered on the side seam. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Cutting Lining for Inside of Bag
You can use a skirt that you're recycling for the lining here. You can use a piece of fabric also and you want to set it down two layers. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this...
Make a Jeans Handbag: Installing Zipper
To install the zipper, you need to first baste the top section together. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Around Lining
We're actually sewing the lining together with the, the wrong sides together. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Pinning in Lining
First, chose your line of where you are going to sew the lining in. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing in Lining
Make sure your zipper is open and place the handbag on the machine. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Pocket Purse: Materials
You'll need two pockets for your pocket purse and they don't necessarily have to be from the same pants. Learn how to make a pocket purse from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Pocket Purse: Sewing Halves Together
You want to make sure that when you cut your pockets out of the old jeans that you leave enough fabric around it to work with. Learn how to make a pocket purse from recycled jeans in this free...
Make a Jeans Handbag: Materials
Recycling is a wonderful way to make something old into something new. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Cut & Pin for Sewing
We'll start by cutting our jeans to the length that we want our pocketbook to be, plus you want to leave about a three quarter inch seam allowance. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans...
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Front & Back Panels
We'll top stitch the jeans so that they'll be flat and we'll have a nice sack there. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Cutting Bottom Panel
There are two different ways to finish off the bottom of our handbag. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Quilting Bottom Panel
Quilting is really just sewing the two pieces together, and doing a lot of stitching. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Pinning Bottom Panel
Start by trimming this side so that it's nice and straight. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing on Bottom Panel
Do a half inch seam allowance and start with just a little bit of back and forth to knot the threads. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Alternate Way to Make Bottom
Turn the pants inside out like that, and sew straight across the bottom. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Making Strips for Strap
We're going to be ripping two strips, 30 inches by 3 inches wide. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Strips for Strap
You want to place the two pieces together, with the right sides facing out. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Jeans are a rage and that has a translated into all things denim including the denim purse. The thing is that you can but it from the market or you can make it yourself. You can easily make the...
If you have worn out that favorite pair of jeans in the knees and frayed the bottoms of the legs you can still use them. Depending on the size of jeans you use you can make a purse, a bookbag, a...
Denim jeans handbags first became popular in the 1960s and continue to be a fun bag for casual occasions. They are simple to make and can be any size from almost clutch-size to a large tote. Basic...
Making denim jean purses are fun to make and very fashionable. You can get creative and add your favorite buttons and pins to your denim purse. Read on to learn one of the ways to make a denim...
It's easy to create a trendy denim purse personalized with your own stylistic panache. Do you have an old pair of jeans awaiting denim heaven? Don't toss them out. Instead, grab a few simple...
Denim purses are always in fashion, and they are very flexible when it comes to your look because they are so easy to accessorize. Designer denim purses can cost thousands of dollars, but you can...
We all have a pair. Those beloved old jeans that don't fit or have more holes than fabric. They sit in the drawer because we can't bear to part with them. Well, now you don't have to. Turn your...
A hobo purse has been a popular purse for years and for good reason. It is a casual purse that comfortably holds your essentials and a lot more. You can find them in high end designer boutiques,...
It's time to throw some jeans away that were comfortable and you've had forever. Why not make some use out of them?
Short sarongs--the sexier rendition of the longer sarong--are traditionally worn as beachwear over swimsuits or bikinis, but they’re not just for the surf and sand. Putting on a short...
Fixing dinner won't be such a chore when you're wearing this quirky apron you've recycled from an old pair of jeans.
Go boho and turn those old jeans into a handy purse that's nearly indestructible. Read on to learn how to make a purse from old jeans.
Blue jean purses are fun, spunky accessories. This blue jean purse is really easy to make and it's a real conversation starter. You can embellish it any way you want to match any outfit.
Old jeans can be used for many craft projects and one of the most useful things that you can make is a jean purse. Take it to school or work and people will compliment your new purse and wonder...
Leg warmers were a fashion symbol during the 80s and are quickly becoming a trend looking for a comeback. Even though leg warmers got their start with dancers, there were many movies that inspired...
A chain ribbon belt can be your favorite go-to accessory. It can easily dress up any outfit. You can wear it around your waist or low on your hips. You can accent a dress with your chain ribbon...
A denim jacket and fitted jeans make a classic outfit. But classic can quickly mean boring if worn the wrong way. That’s why it’s important to mix in expressive accessories and exciting tops...
Burgundy is a gorgeous color that automatically brings elegance to any outfit. But as is true with all beautiful things, excess is destructive. Keep burgundy to a minimum to achieve a timeless...
Forget about giving the shirt off your back. To make this tote, you literally must pull the pants off your legs. Fortunately, you don't have to give them to anyone except yourself.
Women who wear boots always seem to have a confident, well put-together air. If you want to wear boots yourself but are not sure how, here are some suggestions to get the look right on your first try.