My Pop does not like wearing jeans... something to do with them feeling itchy and scratchy? He prefers slacks instead. So thanks to my Nana, I was given a lovely big bag of material scraps recently, along with a couple of pairs of brand new jeans.
The jeans were not quite my style or size (or Mandrakes), so I decided to create a recycled denim tote from the poor rejected jeans. To be honest, the stretchy denim gave me so much grief, but I did get there in the end.
Behold, my first recycled denim tote, lined with my favourite paisley fabric (with secret key and mobile phone pockets of course!).
The jeans were not quite my style or size (or Mandrakes), so I decided to create a recycled denim tote from the poor rejected jeans. To be honest, the stretchy denim gave me so much grief, but I did get there in the end.
Behold, my first recycled denim tote, lined with my favourite paisley fabric (with secret key and mobile phone pockets of course!).
I do like it, especially the pocket on the front.
7 comments
That looks fab! The denim and paisley go together perfectly. I love chopping up old ugly jeans too!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I love your fabric combinations!
ReplyDeleteooh I love it. I made a little bag from a pr of Thierry's worn out jeans a little while ago too... was a bit funny thinking of my friend walking around with my husband's jeans over her shoulder though!! Can I ask where you got your tags from? They make it look so professional!! Love the paisley fabric and the heart!
ReplyDeleteHey Sophie... got them from http://www.stuckonyou.com.au/ . They are iron on ones, but I usually stick them onto felt and then sew them on.
ReplyDeleteVery cool Kris....I have that same paisley fabric in green as cushions!
ReplyDeleteThat's so cool! I must put a bag like that on my list of things to make in 2009!
ReplyDeleteI just love the name tag on the pocket. Clever girl.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments... I love hearing from you!!!