1. Recycled jean footwear

Do you love having a simple pair of slip on shoes lying around in the summer so you can quickly slide your feet in before you go out to enjoy some sun in the yard or walk to the corner store for ice cream? Then make them now so they’re ready for when the warm weather comes, and put your old jeans to good use while you’re at it! Do Night shows you how these cute little denim slip-on shoes are made.

2. Denim arrow cushion

Do you have a few different shades of denim in your pile of old jeans that are up for grabs int he DIY department? Take advantage of that by making something that actually uses those different colours! If you’re not afraid of a bit of sewing, then we definitely suggest giving these quilted together denim pillow cases by Etsy Blog a try.

3. Denim pom poms

We’ve posted plenty of times before about pom poms, always marveling over how many different kinds if pom poms there are out there and how many different ways there are to make them, but Zakka Life just made us realize that there’s one kind we never knew about! They guide you through the process of making awesome little fringed pom poms our of strips of denim that you can easily cut from your old jeans.

4. Denim cut-offs wine bag

This DIY project from Design Sponge is actually a great way to make yourself two new things in one, and what’s better than that? We can’t think of many things! By turning an old pair of jeans into a pair of cut off shorts, you give yourself two very useful denim tubes to make something else out of. Try following this tutorial to turn the cut off jean legs into picnic bags that are perfectly sized for a bottle of wine!

5. Old denim heart corner bookmark

Denim makes amazing scrap material for all kinds of little DIY projects that are easy to do and make fun gifts for the people around you (or yourself)! We fell in love with The Cheese Thief‘s simple denim heart bookmark that features a chic visible seam and fits right onto the corner of your book page to remind a loved one that you care while they read before bed each night.

6. Quilted denim pouf

Did you already make the quilted pillow case idea we talked about above and love it so much that now you’re ready to try the same technique on a bigger, more eye catching project? Then follow in Michele and Me‘s footsteps and try creating this awesome muti-coloured denim pouf stool instead! We love the idea of using a coloured thread in your quilting to create even more interesting pattern that you’ll already get from upcycling different types of denim.

7. Denim gingerbread men

Technically you can make these adorable little gingerbread people dolls by Eat Drink Chic from any spare material you might have, but we fell in love with the idea of making them out of denim the second we saw them! Besides being a great upcycling opportunity, denim makes for durable toys if you plan on actually giving these little dolls to your kids to play with.

8. Denim napkins

Is the denim of your old jeans so soft that you can’t help touching it? Jeans that have been worn down for years tend to lose that roughly shaped denim feel and soften down until they feel almost like cotton. These jeans are perfect for repurposing into napkins for a country chic dinner table setting! Check out how Your Pocket Stylist made these ones.

9. DIY denim pencil case

Have you always loved turning your old clothing into little cases and zippered bags? Then we think you’ll be pretty into this denim pencil case idea that helps you turn your old jeans into more than just a place to keep your drawing supplies. A Dash of DIY suggests actually drawing or painting a little design of your own onto the front to make the denim even more interesting.

10. DIY denim whale

Are yo ulooking for more of a sewing challenge that your kids will fall in love with and be able to play with for years to come? Then you simply must check out this adorable stuffed whale pattern featured on Valaan Villapaita. We love the way they’ve used the outside of the denim to create the darker back of the whale and the more faded inside of the denim to give the whale a lighter belly.

11. Denim hair bows

Hair bows have been treding for months now and, with every new version and variation of the original idea, we love them even more. These little denim bows from Salute to Cute, for example, are so cute we can barely stand it. As if turning your jeans into adorable accessories wasn’t a good enough idea in itself, check out how they’ve used pearls and clothing beach to pattern and embellish some of the bows!

12. Patchwork jean bowl

Have you always been intrigued by crafts that use materials to make freestanding 3D objects that keep their own shape despite not being stuffed or filled with anything like a toy might be? We love making those projects too, but we had to start with simple projects in order to perfect our technique the first few times we tried it out. Hello Glow has the perfect thing for you to start with: a simple quilted denim trinkets bowl!

13. DIY denim phone case

Hard phone cases have become more the rage lately because they leave our screens open and give us constant access to our phones, but sometimes we like to slide our precious devices into a soft case that protects the screen from scratches before we put them with all our other stuff in our purse. There are plenty of fabrics you can use to make a simple pocket case like this style from Free People, but we find denim the most stylish option by far!

14. Spiralled jean coasters

Maybe your oldest jeans are so worn and torn apart that only pieces of them are actually salvageable to be turned into anything else? Then try cutting them into strips and turning those strips into something you’ll actually use! We love the way BLDG 25 spiralled their denim strips into coiled drink coasters that add a neat DIY touch to your everyday decor.

15. Patchwork denim throw rug

Maybe you’re totally loving this whole “quilted denim” idea, but you’d like to make it even more shabby chic than what you’ve seen here so far? Then try creating this awesome patchwork rug by BLDG 25 instead! We love the way they’ve mixed in some other repurpose pants fabrics, like corduroy, in with the denim patches.

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1. Denim Backpack

{found on YouTube}

3. Denim Buckets

{found on Living Well Spending Less}

3. Denim Buckets

{found on Recylart}

4. Denim Clutch

{found on Denim Do Over}

5. Denim Quilt

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6. Denim Phone Case

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7. Denim Lunch Bag

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8. Denim Rug

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9. Denim Journal

{found on Life Made Creations}

10. Denim Wreath

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11. Denim Pillows

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12. Denim Tool Roll

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13. Denim Wallet

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14. Denim Shoes

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15. Denim Pocket Organizer

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16. Denim Cocktail Napkins

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17. Denim Bowl

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18. Denim Pouf

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19. Denim Whale

{found on Valaan Villapaita}

20. Denim Bows

{found on Salute to Cute}

21. Denim Coin Purse

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22.Denim Pot Holder

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23. Denim Basket

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24. Denim Camera Bag

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25. Denim Tote

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Got a wardrobe full of clothes but still nothing to wear? Yeah, I feel your pain! This is an eternal dilemma women face all the time. If you are like most of us, eventually you get bored with the same outfits you wear. At this very moment you start thinking about buying something new to update your look and keep up with the latest fashion trends. It’s the reason why #1 thing women splurge on is clothing. By and large, you don’t have to waste money on all those fashions straight from the runways. Whether or not you are ready to spend a fortune on all new apparel, there are quite a few ways to revive and renew your old clothing without breaking the bank. So don’t be afraid of being frugal and check out these ideas.

Jazz up your clothes
Adding some embellishments can revive almost any old piece. You have an awful lot of options here: buttons, glitter, fringe, sparkles, bows etc. Wanna transform your old pair of high heel shoes? Not a problem, all you need is a bit of imagination. Find a needle, a bow, some glue and voila. It’s not so complicated as you think.

Belt it
Believe it or not, but properly placed waist belt is an old reliable trick to turn your loose old dress, tunic, shirt or even cardigan into a voguish fashion statement.

Dye it
Dying an old garment can do wonders for styling and creating a fresh piece from things that you love but are not ready to give up on. The procedure is pretty easy, you only have to select a color and follow the instructions on the back of the bottle.

Check your mom’s or granny’s closet
Yep, you got it right, vintage clothes are so trendy now and there’s no better place to look for them than your granny’s closet. I’m sure you’ll find some bold floral dress which can be easily transformed into a stylish scarf. You can go further and revamp it into a skirt or whatever your imagination brings forth. Be ready one or more of granny’s goodies may fit perfectly and you’ll decide to wear it as is.

DIY Polka Dot Jeans
In fact, there are a lot of ways to renew your old jeans and make them fashionable again. You can tie dye jeans, rip them or even add some lace. Polka dot jeans is also a great option, so don’t hesitate and give a new life to your fave denim.

DIY Tied Crop Top
Tied crop top is a great idea for spring or summer. Recycle your old printed t-shirt and look fabulous. It is definitely that kind of thing which will make you feel cool and comfy. It only take a few minutes to create.

DIY elbow patches
Easy to do and it can just make the coolest statement with an old top or jacket. Best of all it can cover up worn areas and give a new lease on life to an otherwise perfect garment.
As elbow patches are back on the fashion scene, here is an idea to add a sparkle to your old shirt or sweater and bring it back to style.

DIY studded cut off shorts
There is nothing like the satisfaction of transforming your old pair of jeans into lovely shorts, but why to stop there? Not only can you add some lace, bows or pin metal studs (both concepts look awesome by the way), but also make some leopard prints or polka dots. Just remember, there are no limits to your imagination.

DIY Balenciaga Crop Top
You also can utilize many things from your boyfriend’s wardrobe. Bet, he has a great deal of wife beater shirts packed in his wardrobe. It’s high time to turn one of them into a sexy new trendy crop top. All you have to find is scissors and an old wife beater. Follow this super easy tutorial and get ready to rock your new outfit this summer.

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The scarves are lovely fashion accessories. They can keep you warm during the cold winter days or just complement your outfit. If you love playing with scarves then you’ll know that you can’t have “too much” of them. It’s time to recycle some old clothes and make a new fashionable accessory for your lovely neck. These DIY scarves ideas are really easy and you can ever skip sewing.

1. DIY scarves from an old sweater

You can also sew decorative buttons and zipper to jazz it up a bit.

2. Old T-shirt scarf

T-Shirts are often made from a soft stretchy material. That’s why they are perfect for a project like this. You can braid some of the scraps and decorate with a brooch or a leather on one side.

4. Scrap scarf

You don’t have to buy the fabric for this scarf, just use old clothes. Cut from the fabric lots of identical circles measuring approximately 10 x 10 cm and sew them together.

5. Lace scarf accents

The lace is back! Include it as an element in your next scarf project.

6. Bleached scarf – Get creative with the bleaching pen

DIY scarves ideas

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You deserve to have your point of view heard.

Have you ever ‘had to’ bail on a family get together or date because your boss needed someone to cover a shift and you thought, “If I don’t do this, nobody else will”?

Ever been kept up all night by a neighbor’s barking dog, but chose to complain about it vaguely on social media rather than speak to your neighbor directly?

Maybe your friend suggests the same (awful) restaurant every time you get together and you always appease him/her in order to appear nice.

These are all scenarios where just a little bit of assertiveness would go an incredibly long way. Many people do not take the initiative to seem more assertive because they fear coming across as rude, mean or unkind. In reality, it is entirely possible to maintain, both, assertive and kind persona at the same time—they are not mutually exclusive attitudes in life!

In order to change your attitude towards being assertive, you must first realize that assertive does not equal aggressive and that a passive attitude is not, in fact, the most positive attitude one can have.

When you go through life with an incredibly passive attitude, you are essentially allowing people to walk all over you-constantly! It is natural for this to leave you feeling run down and fed up. Eventually you may feel resentful towards your coworkers, boss, friends, family, significant other or even yourself because you are consistently feeling slighted.

Unfortunately, though, you are quite often only making yourself feel this way by not standing up for yourself or speaking your piece—even if you have a perfectly good opportunity to do so.

By definition, being assertive means being self-assured and confident. It also means to stand up for your needs and the needs of others without being hostile, violent, or otherwise aggressive.

Being more assertive can lead to more success in both your professional and personal life. The trick is knowing how to balance the newfound freedom you’ll find in being more assertive with knowing when to choose your battles.

Being more assertive requires you to appear direct and honest with others, being able to say ‘no’ when your plate is full, to speak up when something is bothering you, to avoid beating around the bush, and to remember that other people cannot read your mind- all while maintaining a civil and calm demeanor.

If that sounds a little intimidating or difficult to balance, maybe these tips on being assertive, not arrogant can help:

1. State your needs—but listen too.
Balance stating your own needs with being an active listener, so that you can also be aware of the needs of others.

2. Be sure to stay humble and modest.
This will make the message that even though you know what you want and need/aren’t afraid to ask for it, you also aren’t completely and utterly wrapped up in yourself.

3. Always treat people as individuals.
For example, if you are making a complaint to a retail rep about a product, be sure to call them by name. Additionally, allow them to try to help you sort the situation out before demanding to speak with his or her manager.

4. Walk away if you have to.
Sometimes people who have not yet learned the art of becoming assertive or who have problems with their own self-worth will be a bit intimidated by your new mannerisms.

Don’t allow any of their negative criticisms to weevil their way into your heart and affect your newfound confidence. Instead, reestablish your point one last time and choose to walk away instead of reverting to less effective communication strategies.

5. Know when to compromise.
Seek compromise if there truly is a solution that truly will satisfy both your own needs and your coworker’s wants, boss’ expectations, spouse’s needs, etc.

6. Always be genuine!
This is a surefire way to make your own needs clear but avoid being perceived as arrogant or aggressive.

7. Always be polite and as tactful as possible (for the very same reason).

Above all, remember that being assertive doesn’t make you mean or any other negative adjective. You deserve to have your point of view heard, and you are completely capable of sharing it in a competent and confident manner!

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How many times did you throw away a sweater because it’s old or because you don’t like it anymore? Today we’ll show you what can be done to use them again in a new creative way. You will love the idea of repurposing old sweaters! Just have a look. The creative ideas for reusing old sweaters that are presented in the article are accompanied by simple photo instructions. The projects are quite feasible even for enthusiastic beginners with needle and thread.
Repurposing old sweaters – Warm mittens

Let’s give your old sweater a second life by turning it into beautiful warm mittens! With just a few simple materials and the most basic stitches, you will have gorgeous mittens in a few minutes! Follow these steps on the photo and read the instructions below to make mittens from old sweater.

For this idea it would be better to choose a wool sweater. Hand-wash the sweater with warm water, then pat dry on a clean towel and allow to air-dry for several hours. That way the wool fibers will be huddled together so they do not fall apart when you cut it afterwards. Dry cleaning can stiffen the wool fibers and reshape sweaters significantly after drying.

– Turn the sweater inside out and put it on the table. Put your hand on one of the side edges and outline the mitten shape around it. Add approximately 1 cm on the outside of the perimeter and cut along the contour of your mitten.
– Pin several safety pins on the edges to keep the two layers from shifting while you sew.
– Thread the needle and do simple stitches along your contour. Make sure that the lower part of the mitten is wide enough so that your hand could easily fit. Remove the excess fabric. Be careful not to cut too close to the stitching.
– Now the fun part! Remove the pins and turn over to see the finished mitten.
– Use buttons, colorful threads and other decorations to make the mitten more interesting.
– Repeat all the steps for the right hand mitten.
Repurposing old sweaters – Handmade winter hats

From one or more old sweaters – for example one of those that children will no longer wear because they grew out of them, you can make warm hats for the winter. You can also use the extra fabric to decorate them. This project is similar to the mittens.

Bag from old sweaters

From old sweaters you can get a very comfortable bag. All we need is an old sweater, scissors, needle and thread in the right color. Here are step by step instructions of how to turn an old sweater in a new bag in no time and without any expenses .

– Cut the sleeves and neckline of the sweater.
– Place the fabric in position so that the side seams meet in the front.
– Pin pins along the bottom of the sweater and sew a straight line to join the two sides.
– Turn inside out. Done!

Cat bed

Another idea for repurposing old sweaters – a place for your pet. It’s implementation is very simple. Follow the step by step instructions on the photos.

With the help of an old sweater, you can keep heating pad warm for much longer, all you need to do is to cut and sew a cover.

Warm decoration for a flowerpot

Simple but interesting touch to your home decor.

Leggings

To get stylish leggings just cut the sleeves of the sweater. Do not forget to wrap and secure the needle and thread the cuts.

Pillows from old sweaters

One of your old sweater can be ideal to create new decorative throw-pillows.

It takes a minimum of cutting and sewing, but these pillows will please the eye and create a warm and inviting atmosphere in the house. You can decorate them as you wish with buttons, wool flowers, or other decorations.

Plaid from old sweaters

If you have a lot of unused sweaters in your closet, you can combine them to make a blanket or a quilt.

You will need to cut each sweater in to pieces in order to obtain a “patchwork” style. Imagine how useful it would be to have a blanket at hand on the couch in the cold winter evenings.

Fingerless gloves without knitting!

– Cut the sleeves of the sweater.
– Define the length of your finger gloves. Add about 2 cm to the length and cut.
– Secure the cut on a sewing machine with a zigzag stitch or overlock.
– Wrap the ends of the sleeve by 2 cm and sew with a needle and thread.
– Put the glove on your hand, and define the location for the hole for the thumb. Cut where you want it to be. Gently unravel the threads of the seam until the hole gets a comfortable size for the thumb. Then fix the hole with a needle and thread.
– Since the sleeves a little wider than the gloves should be, you need to reduce a bit their diameter. To do this, put the gloves on your hands, hold the excess fabric along the length of the sleeve, attach several pins.
– Remove the gloves. Secure and stitch with a needle and thread, using the back stitch. Now your favorite sweater can stay with you for a few more years!

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Pallets have become very popular when it comes to DIY and creating new and fun pieces of furniture.  Pallets are very versatile and something that just about anyone is able to manipulate and work with.  I found a nice article by Jon on dumpaday.com that talks about different ways to use old pallets.

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