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Recycle Denim

Sewing Projects & Patterns Using Old or Junk Jeans

By Debbie Colgrove, About.com

We all have old jeans that have been out grown, have rips or are just out of style. Don't throw them away thinking they are junk! There a plenty of ways to breathe new life into old used denim. You may even find yourself at the thrift store to find a large variety of shades of denim!

Free Directions to Sew a Bum Bag From Old Jeans

A Pocketbook from Old JeansDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Don't throw away old ripped jeans! Convert them to something you can use.

Save a Small Fortune on Designer Jeans

Create Your Own Designer JeansDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Simple trim added to a plain pair of jeans totally changes the appearance. All the trims tht are available make the options endless.

The Junk Jeans People

Stop collecting those favorite jeans that you think will fit again someday. Use the fabric and make great new clothes and projects using the patterns offered here.

Turn Jeans into a Skirt

Converting old jeans into a skirt breathes new life into them. Sew your own skirt to have the length and design YOU want.

Recycling Crafts: Denim Pocket Fridge Magnets

Don't toss those fancy pockets you paid a fortune for... recycle them with this simple craft project.

Lola Gentry Originals

Tired of fighting to find jeans that actually fit? These patterns may be just what you need to resolve the problem. They offer many patterns, including jeans for men, women and children.

Denim Laundry Bag

HGTV offers a great send off to collage project! Use that favorite pair of jeans that really shouldn't be worn any more and you have a win-win situation.

Blue Jean Crafts

About.com's Family Crafts guide has an assortment of denim crafts that will recycle that pile of jeans that aren't worn.

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