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Repurpose Jeans Into Home Decor!

December 28, 2018 By Mary Peterson 8 Comments

Hi Everyone!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I know it has been a while, but I am still here and refashioning. I have something new for you and it is something that I have never done before… Home furnishings, check it out!

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It all started with tons of Pinterest pictures of jeans refashioned into all kinds of things; quilts, bags, toys etc. Then of course there were stacks of jeans taking up space in my closet that AHEM! no longer fit. (Get to the gym Mary) That was it! I decided to be OK with being a size 10 and give myself the gift of more room in my closet. Thus, a refashion idea was born. I decided to use those jeans to make something to brighten up my workroom. The floor needed a rug and the couch needed some pillows to look a little more homey. I wasn’t about to spend $30 to $40 dollars for the pillows, and up to $100 for the rug I wanted. Not when I knew how to do it almost for free.

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This is the crochet rag rug and pillows made totally out of that stack of jeans that didn’t fit. I made yarn out of the legs of quite a few old pair, and used the bottom of the legs of another pair to make the pillows.

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The yarn on the left is the kind that creates the little flaps in the rug. The flap yarn was a little difficult to work with and needed a lot of manipulation but the effect was worth it. The yarn on the right if the yarn that created more of a traditional smooth texture.

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After the yarn was made, I just took my time to crochet and fashion stripes with the different colors and kinds of denim yarn. I planned the colors and kinds of yarn as I worked and must admit that working with denim yarn is quite a workout for the hands. As a result, I had to take a big break before starting the next rug. Additionally, I had to alter the way I held my hook and wrap my index finger when I worked because I was starting to develop a repetitive use injury.

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(Pictured below is a new rug I am starting in gray tones). (The finger wrap is not pictured here)

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Any questions? I would love to hear from you.

This is it until next time.

Love ya!

Thiftychic!

Filed Under: Jeans Tagged With: repurpose jeans

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  1. Pam Schoonover says

    December 28, 2018 at 4:37 pm

    I am glad to your report on Jean yarn. I make crotchet rag rugs but was hesitant on how to cut the jeans up. So I am glad to hear your directions. Thanks

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    • Mary Peterson says

      December 31, 2018 at 8:25 am

      Hi Pam! Thanks for the feedback! Happy New Year!

      Reply
  2. Joanne Burton says

    December 31, 2018 at 5:30 pm

    Love the rug

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    • Mary Peterson says

      January 1, 2019 at 9:12 am

      Thank you so much Joanne! Happy New Year to you and yours!

      Reply
  3. georgie joseph says

    January 6, 2019 at 10:39 am

    The pillows and rug are beautiful! I know the rug took a long time but it sure looks worth it!
    Thanks for the inspiration.

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    • Mary Peterson says

      January 6, 2019 at 1:57 pm

      Thank you Georgie! Yes, it was hard but very worth it.
      Happy New Year!

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  4. Robbie says

    January 15, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    How wide did you cut the strips? And which method of cutting did you prefer crocheting with? I really love this. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Mary Peterson says

      February 11, 2019 at 9:28 am

      Hi Robbie, Thank you for your comments
      The strips were about 1/2″. I liked using both methods because it gave my work depth and texture. Have a good day!

      Reply

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