Go Green your Blue Jeans

I have been working on my drawer space in my bedroom. One of my biggest problem is blue jeans. I get real attached to them and have a hard time getting rid of them. I mentioned my blue jean hoarding problem to Ruby and she suggested ways I could get them out of my drawers and keep them around a little longer.

I'll share some of Ruby's thoughts...

1. Blue Jean Pot Holders

• Cut a square piece of denim out of the pants leg leaving the seams intact 
• Fold over and press unfinished edges
• Use an old cotton towel for additional padding. Cut the towel a little smaller than denim
• Slip the towel into the folded edges
• Sew around the edges
• Add a pocket to the center for an added touch



Ruby also had another cool idea that she found on the internet….

Denim Organizer

The instructions are below and include a pattern

Project Instructions

1. Organizer fabric: Cut 2 pieces of fabric 22" x 25".
2. Pockets: Cut the pants leg sections apart at the outer seam, trimming away the seam. 1st Row: Trim 3 leg pieces 5" high by 10" wide. 2nd row: Trim 3 leg pieces
   9 1/2" high by 10" wide.
3. Decorate pockets as desired with decorative stitching, appliqué, machine or hand embroidery, or trims.
4. To form each pocket row, sew the three same size leg sections together.
5. Mark the pockets as shown for folding pleats (1). Fold solid line to dotted line. At seams, fold solid lines to seam line, do not overlap. Baste pleats in place at lower edge.
6. Attaching top row: Mark a line on organizer fabric 11 1/2" from top edge. Place pocket row on fabric, right sides together, with the lower raw edge of pockets against the line (2). Stitch, 1/2 inch from edge. Press seam allowance toward pocket. Bring pocket section right side up, press. Baste side seams. Stitch in the ditch using Jeans thread or all-purpose at seams in pocket row to form individual pockets (2).
7. Bottom row: Fold pleats and baste. Place pocket section on organizer fabric, right side facing you, aligning raw edges. Baste sides and bottom edge of pocket. Stitch in the ditch at seams in pocket row seams to form individual pockets.
8. Place backing fabric over organizer, right sides together. Stitch together, using a 1/2" seam allowance. Leave a 1" opening in the side seams at the top corners for inserting a dowel or curtain rod and a 6" opening in the lower edge for turning.
9. Trim corners diagonally. Grade lower edge to reduce bulk. Press the seams open before turning. Pay particular attention to places that are thick due to jeans seams. Turn to right side. Press. Hand sew opening in lower edge closed.
10. Insert dowel, attach a cord for hanging. For better stability use a curtain rod and brackets for hanging.

There are many more ways to re-use your old jeans. I can't wait to get started on my denim projects. Thanks to Ruby!

GO GREEN YOUR BLUE JEANS!!!!!