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Blue Jean Baby: 19 Denim Sewing Patterns

January 25, 2018 by AllFreeSewing 10 Comments

We all have that one pair of jeans that we just can’t bear to part with, even though we’ve outgrown them. I know that once I fall in love with a pair of jeans, I will literally wear them until they’re patched, frayed, or basically falling apart. But if you’re like me and hate throwing away clothes that still have some potential, then this list of denim sewing patterns and refashioning projects is completely perfect for you. These super fun DIY projects are a great way to transform old denim into stylish accessories, clothing, and home decor projects that look totally brand new! The best part about these refashioning projects is that you already have your fabric, meaning these projects are incredibly budget-friendly.

It’s always hard to part with clothes we love but these on-trend sewing projects are the best way to breathe life into your favorite pair of jeans. From projects that are great for the college student in your life to DIY accessories everyone will love, this list of popular denim projects is absolutely perfect for your next quick and easy sewing project. And if you love these projects, be sure to check out our blog post from last year, How to Upcycle Old Jeans. Our readers loved it!

If you have your own unique ways to recycle old jeans or just want to let us know which of these projects is your favorite, be sure to leave a comment below! Here’s wishing you happy sewing!

Blue Jean Baby: 19 Denim Sewing Patterns

Denim Refashioning Projects and DIY Accessories

Bootcut to Skinny Jeans Tutorial

Transform an old pair of bootcuts into trendy skinnies!

  • How to Make Slippers from Jeans – Grandma-Approved!
  • Stunning DIY Lace Shorts
  • Letting Out Pants – Genius sewing hack
  • Flirty Denim Skirt
  • The Awesome Denim Clutch – So cute!
  • Denim Flower Corsage
  • Large Upcycled Denim Tote
  • Ladylike Lace Upcycled Jeans

DIY Denim Home Decor Projects

Denim Rag Quilt Tutorial

This DIY idea is perfect if you’ve always wanted to try quilting!

  • Upcycled Denim Armrest Bag – Keep your sewing supplies handy!
  • Denim Fabric Basket Tutorial
  • Upcycled Denim Napkins Tutorial – Reader fave!
  • Jean Pocket Pot Holder
  • Denim Placemats
  • Denim Wine Bottle Gift Bag Tutorial – Great gift idea!
  • James Dean Blue Jean Coffee Cozy
  • Scrappy Denim Free Pincushion Pattern
  • Denim Christmas Stockings
  • Denim Dots DIY Pillow Cover – Ultra chic
  • Denim Rag Quilt Tutorial

How do you recycle old jeans? Be sure to let us know in the comments!

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Comments

  1. Shannon says

    August 16, 2016 at 3:37 am

    The denim slipper pattern is not available to download on the website, you should remove it from this page since it is unavailable.

    Reply
  2. Shannon says

    August 16, 2016 at 3:40 am

    The website for the denim clutch will not load.

    Reply
    • Katie says

      February 17, 2018 at 10:45 pm

      Try again it loaded for me this afternoon. You have to go to the end of the pictures to get to English instructions.

      Reply
  3. Shirley E. says

    February 22, 2017 at 5:44 am

    Anyone can recycle old jeans into patches for other old jeans. Make anything that takes fabric out of the good parts of old jeans. Re-style and size jeans for kids. My sister made some wrapped beads of denim strips. I’ve made quilts. I’ve seen curtains from old jeans. And I’ve even worn old jeans!

    Reply
  4. Dinah L Khan says

    August 1, 2017 at 7:25 pm

    Went to page wouldn’t show but the quilt

    Reply
    • Katie says

      February 17, 2018 at 10:41 pm

      The Rag Quilt instructions are there as of today.

      Reply
  5. Susan August says

    February 15, 2018 at 12:46 am

    I disassemble the jeans (I get them from everywhere) and basically keep only the legs and the heavy seam, and I leave the legs stitched together…I Make Aprons.just for ourselves and friends. I must admit denim is becoming one of my top 5 fabrics.

    Reply
  6. Kathy B says

    August 2, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    I made a tree skirt and stockings out of old denim overalls, machine embroidered each panel of the tree skirt with cowboy santas. Also machine embroidered a cowboy santa on each stocking. The stockings were shaped like cowboy boots. So cute!

    Reply
  7. Rhonda Procell says

    August 3, 2018 at 5:01 pm

    I make skirts out of jeans. To date, I have made about 30 skirts, and none of them look the same.

    Reply
  8. Christina m conley says

    November 18, 2020 at 6:27 am

    I make braided rugs out of old jeans. they are gorgeous!!!

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