Jeans Repurpose Ideas ~ DIY Denim Projects ~ Repurposed Denim Jeans ~ Denim Sewing Projects

[@raethibodeau9604]

Mary I love these ideas. My husband passed away a few years ago and I still have some of his jeans. I'm going to try to sew some of these things for my children so they have something to remember their dad.❤

[@ksharpe8137]

That would be so special for your children. Such a great way to honor his memory.

[@TRoth858]

That's a wonderful idea. I still have some of my late husband's jeans. I'm going to 'attempt' to make these items. And then with the rest of his jeans, make some items for our children, and grandchildren. It will be hard for me to make the first cut, but once it's made, I'll be able to go through with it. I'm sorry for your loss. 🙏🙏🙏

[@vbee3571]

My mother-in-law made a quilt from her husband’s and sons’ old jeans, coveralls, and dungarees. It is a family treasure now. Most of those people are gone. ❤️

[@carolgreen8624]

What a sweet way to keep your husband’s memory alive for your children.

[@maryp536]

I ❤️ that idea and repurposing is always a better idea than tossing them out.

[@cherylpresleigh6403]

When Mary says she’s going to do a project but doesn’t have what she needs, and will have to “wing it” I kinda giggle then pay very close attention because I’m about to learn something! Thank you Mary, you inspire me to ponder ‘new options’ in new ways! I loved how all the projects turned out!!

[@aldousunsergaming1557]

Tak bisa basa ingris

[@valeriewatkins9112]

So true this woman is creative beyond words

[@joc0553]

Haven't even finished watching yet! Didn't want to forget to comment. You are so creative, this is the most unique jeans apron I have seen! New excited subscriber, but an old sewist! Thank you for the infusion of excitement for sewing again!

[@pamkahmann3833]

When my father passed away I saved several pairs of his jeans. I haven’t made anything with them, yet. Maybe now it’s time to make a blanket. I love the thought of a nice warm throw made with his jeans.

[@adrianpolenok]

Sorry for your loss.

[@janeevans4758]

Mary ...absolutely brilliant!! You are now going to be personally responsible for most of your followers husband jeans going missing 😄😂...I love hand made items and yours are just adorable! Well done 👏 and new jeans for John now 😄. Have a great weekend Mary & family.

[@laurieg2436]

Mary, your talent never ceases to AMAZE me!! Love the denim projects!!

[@sherimckinney2329]

You, my friend, are the perfect example of a Proverbs 31 woman!! I know God is pleased as we all certainly are... to have you in our lives!

[@ptagwc2866]

I love how much Pebbles & Twinkles wanted to help.

[@jenniferdahl4475]

I’m not a sewer, so for me the best part was watching your cats. Cats are funny. I remember reading that Hemingway who had many cats found it difficult to get any writing done when they were around because they would lay across his typewriter or chew on the end of his pencil to get his attention.

[@janetlarue1231]

My favorite time of day is when your videos are posted! Highlight of my week!

[@bobbik7149]

Ditto

[@marieanderson3728]

Ditto!

[@bobbik7149]

Lol

[@wilmaheger7276]

Same here.

[@danielastudinger1162]

I 'm too

[@terrycuster7808]

I am not creative, no matter how hard I try. So I live vicariously through you. When, if you ever do, feel like your videos don't matter, just think of those of us who can't do what you do & enjoy watching you. I am just in amazement watching you turn almost nothing into something grand. Keep up the good work. Also, congratulations on doing so well on your channel that your husband can stay home & help you. I thing that is so neat. Good luck to you both in the future videos. Love ya.

[@Earthy-Artist]

Mary your story of generosity when someone gave you a brand new machine just blows my mind! I love these jeans projects! I want to know how to sew with a machine. My mom wouldn't ever let me touch her machine so I never learned. So ironically many years later, I have inherited her machine which she wouldn't let me touch, I have it now but I don't know how to use it 😏.

[@vbee3571]

I learned to sew on my Mother’s Singer sewing machine when I was 9 years old. My first project (at 9 years old)--a dress. I never hurt myself sewing either. We underestimate children!

[@Earthy-Artist]

@@vbee3571 Wow, that's great that your mom taught you so young, things learned while young tend to become second nature in a child. I was actually a very responsible teenager when I had wanted to learn from her & she wouldn't teach me. She had been very possessive about her belongings 😔.

[@beckysmith7142]

There are endless numbers of sewing videos on Pinterest, you/tube and other social medias, for beginners to advanced sewers. I think you should be able to teach yourself to sew, starting at the beginners level, and working your way up. I have always loved sewing, and have always found it very rewarding.

[@Earthy-Artist]

@@beckysmith7142 Thank You for the encouragement 🙂! You sound very experienced. I will be sewing on a vintage early 1960's machine & it's not a Singer brand, I think it's a Kenmore but I haven't opened it in a while. I hope to find some videos which will teach me to use that one. Even just to be able to hem & shorten pant legs and sleeve cuffs would be wonderful!

[@Michelle-go5nv]

Anyone else love having her do a Bible Study?

[@debbietaylor1141]

Me!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@teresabell1014]

Mary. You are so incredibly clever. I love using old jeans as fabric for new things. I had a friend that would make teddy bears and stuffed bunnies from old jeans. I have also made a lot of potholders , they last forever. Thanks for your channel, you are such an inspiration and your countenance is so pleasant and calming.

[@nancivanloo7701]

Those are great ideas, thanks for sharing. I think your Kitty thinks you made that blanket for her.

[@bethbranson9050]

Mary, You are so creative and talented in doing all that you do! You are a pleasure to watch and be inspired by! Thank you!

[@michellebixler3705]

I so enjoy all your KZbin videos but especially this one with Pebbles and Twinkles. Since we lost our very special ragdoll cat Pegasus it warms our hearts to see how much you and your cats love each other.

[@marytavera1886]

After watching your video I called my mom immediately to find out if she still had my dad’s old jeans (he passed away 11 years ago). I’ve been meaning to purchase a sewing machine as learning to sew is on my bucket list and you have inspired me to do so even more!

[@pepersch8509]

You will love that. A little hint. Especially if you are new to sewing. Demin is heavy fabric. I have better luck with the fabric feeding through the machine if I lengthen my stitch and use a little bigger (diameter) needle. You will love having the keepsakes.

[@elenak9680]

I was thinking the same, but with a different keepsake. We were gifted with our miracle son after 12 years of marriage and virtually giving up. I had always wanted more children and had an extremely difficult time parting with my son’s clothing. He is now going to turn 20 soon, and a bin or two of his clothing are holding memories in them. I love the feel of a heavier blanket. Instead of buying an expensive weighted blanket, I’m inspired to make one. Hopefully, I save a few of his little jeans to incorporate into the blanket. As for the bag...I could add little pockets of his very old jeans to the bag. If I put one on the outside of the bag, it would be an open reminder of the blessings we enjoyed when he wore those little pants. Lastly, the apron. I’ve wanted to make one out of jean fabric for quite some time because of its durability. Now I’m so eager to make one and include some memorable fabric to enjoy some times from the past. I don’t think I’ll let him get rid of a single pair of jeans! Or clothing for that matter!!!! 😂

[@maggieflatt9686]

I love these projects. Considering you didn't even have a pattern they all turned out so nice. The apron is my favorite. Great video.

[@restorebeautyfinds4180]

Every week I watch your videos, you blow my mind. You inspire me! Thank you for your kind and peaceful videos. ❤🇨🇦

[@terrydionnesvlogs9355]

Hello sweetheart! I am soooo happy I found your channel! My mother and I loveeeee to watch your videos together! We love your home! God bless you!❤

[@Deneie1]

You are so talented!! I feel sure you are a blessing to all who know you. Proverbs 31:10-31 💕

[@mollysmom3057]

Mary I taught rag quilting in the high school by my home. There’s another way to make a quilt and it’s literally one square at a time. It’s on KZbin. You may enjoy that way also. Sweet sweet video

[@sheryldougherty282]

Love the cat sitting on your lap as you were sewing. My cat yesterday joined me on the stationary bike. She stood on the handlebars as I was riding. Love your blanket and the bag the best. All were super cute.

[@alentrevor]

and Mrs T Wow all those items without any pattens so cleaver great job

[@stephanierandall94]

Loved the throw. Would look so cute as a bedspread in a little boys room. And the apron, my dad had welding aprons made out of denim that I wore in the kitchen

[@colleenepage]

I made a pair of jean comforters for my boys beds when they were little. They wore and wore. Still going strong after the boys became grown men.

[@jaynebrown693]

Mary …. THIS WAS GRAND ! Love each one of these ideas! I was laughing at your cat! I gave up sewing curtains, pillows, etc for people because I have 3 Maine Coon Kittens and 2 older ones….no way could/ or can I place the fabric on the floor and accomplish anything except belly laughs at their playfulness with my fabric! No matter what goes to the floor ( a sheet of paper, a sock for the laundry pile ) they are on it ! 😹 They do own all that is in the house ! LOL!!! Great, great video ! Have a blessed week Mary ! 🧡🧡🍁🍁🍁🍁🧡🧡

[@karenhaire5451]

This is so timely. I've been trying to decide whether to donate some of my husband's jeans or make something out of them. Also, somewhere I have a stack of squares already cut out. Mary, thanks so much for the inspiration!!

[@cathyellis248]

So inspiring! Thank you. I've made quilts from denim before and love them. With a cosy lining is such a good idea! Thank you for sharing. Warm hugs from Sweden!

[@BrendaBridges-r9j]

I have a stack of cotton jeans I purchased for 50 cents a pair at the thrift store about 6 years ago with the intent of making a quilt. Didn't get done, but you have inspired to get it done!😊 Thank you, Mary ❤

[@robstrck3314]

Thank you for being a positive influence in the world and also what fun to watch pebbles lol I have a cat that always seems to know when I’m changing the sheets on our bed and he’s always right there to help 😉

[@Sagir32]

I have 3 and a split king. So I have to put two fitted sheets on. Trying to tuck those on with the “help” of three is hilarious! Shaking the big top sheet on is the most fun though, 😂

[@kayfabe591]

Mary, I ❤ your ingenious & sturdy denim items. Years ago, I re-purposed many jeans (even some children's knee ripped 0$h Ko$h bib overalls in cute prints) into eyewear cases, pencil pouches, coffee mug sleeves, hair bands/barrettes/bows, door threshold draft stoppers, cowboy/girl themed throw pillows, travel sewing kit pouches, roll-up sleeves for art or makeup brushes, & cat/dog bowls' placemats. They all sold well at craft shows.

[@tamarahenggeler4491]

What a nice gift…the Bernini sewing machine given to you! Bernini was the brand one of my sister in laws, who is a professional seamstress preferred. Mary your video is inspiring and timely as my husband has been losing weight and I will soon have some clothes to sift through for “recycling” projects. Denim is such a versatile fabric to repurpose!

[@nancylourose]

I have a (used) Bernina, which is absolutely the best machine I have used in 50 years of sewing. My siblings and I got one for my mom as well, there is no comparison to cheap ones.... Wish I was losing weight and increasing my supply of jeans!

[@deborahfidler2538]

Our local thrift shop has dollar a bag sales a few times a year. Easy to get lots of great denim that way!

[@rebeccarobinson74]

I use to make aprons for my husband at work then I began to sell them to his co-workers. They worked in a plant that made rear carriers/axle for 18 wheeler, Freightliner etc. The grease and dust would get all over their work clothes. The denim aprons allowed the clothes to last tremendously longer even though they were work clothes. We used the extra money for eating out, watching movies etc. that we normally wouldn't spend.

[@shanimarais9695]

I love the rain, it's raining in SA today too, at least in my city. Excited to see that apron! Have a blessed week Mary!

[@marybethduke3263]

Your imagination, Mary! And working without patterns! Just amazing! Thanks for sharing! Pebbles is adorable and loves you so much!

[@sharonpendleton6549]

Mary the magnificent, that’s who you are, we should all be blessed with your talent

[@rebeccafrancis8227]

I love everything you made from the jeans. You are so clever! The kitty was so cute laying on your work! They love to get right in the middle of what you are doing!! So sweet!!

[@reneicejohnson3058]

I love all of your creations, I love denim. And I loved when your cat was playing on the blanket, it looked sooo loveable how you would gently pick him or her up so you could work. Sooo sweet. You are very talented and I've watched some of your other diys. If I haven't already subscribed, I will now. Thank you for sharing.

[@paulasherrod6835]

Mary, you have an awesome eye for creative. No matter what you touch it turns into magic!!! Thank you for all you do….

[@taliamaggi6145]

What lovely ideas…..love the patchwork denim blanket !

[@crgutman]

My favorite part of your videos is when Pebbles and Twinkle come to 'help out'.

[@BeautifulLivingHome]

I love this🌸. I worked at a clothing store years ago and the signature item they sold was jean skirts made from old jeans. Thanks for sharing!🌸

[@tracydemeraski952]

Wow these are awesome! Love seeing the cats play too thank you

[@gailrhodes7771]

I loved everything you made. I just donated all my husbands jeans. I may need to go thrifting myself!!

[@lindakeyes9709]

Love the blanket! I have finally gotten a sewing machine my plan this winter is to get reacquainted with sewing.

[@colleenleblanc1817]

What wonderful repurposing of good, sturdy jeans. Inspirational, as always, Mary!

[@elainebenham4739]

Your so talented. I love how your cat wants to play with the blanket.

[@nancygrams9784]

Good morning Mary, What a great way to recycle jeans. I had my grandsons help cut squares and they even learned how to sew them together using old jeans for a large blanket. Love the bag,so nice and roomy! Blessing to you and your family!

[@susiejohnson4530]

I am in AWE of you crafty people that can sew w/o a pattern or even WITH one too. Sewing is HARD to do. I started sewing, during the PANDEMIC LOCKDOWN, when there were NO MASKS anywhere, and everybody NEEDED THEM DESPERATELY. My skill has grown a BIT from then, ahahhahah it couldn't go anywhere but BETTER. I just made a few cell phone crossbody purses for me and my OLDER sister, she lives out in the boonies and needs one on her at all times. I used ALL parts of the blue jeans like you did on the apron you made. Thank you for this video, it is greatly appreciated.

[@janetduncan3243]

You are amazing!! I'm sure you've made skirts from jeans as well, they're pretty cool. Not sure my machine would sew denim, not the best. I dreamed one night I was making a valance out of the tops of jeans for a little farmhouse boy. Kept everything intact and ran the rod through the belt loops, bandanas were tucked into the pockets. My best ideas come during dreams!!

[@mochagrl78]

I don't think there's anything Mary can't do! I love the babies playing on the throw. How cute are they! 🥰🤗

[@startipper3767]

LOVE these ideas Mary ! ! I saved my husbands old work jeans for years. He is retired now and I counted and have 6 big totes full plus s few more pair. Your denim throw looks so warm around your fire ! ! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@marykaren7542]

Kitties are sooooo cute! These are amazing repurposing project ideas! LOVE that blanket!!!

[@dianeking9724]

You did a beautiful job on all of them. You make me laugh when you say you have to wing it. I always know you will land on your feet and everything will turn out fine. Also, I love your furry helper a few times he looked like he was trying to help you spread out the blanket. :)

[@donnamcl6134]

I love the apron! I do sew BUT still consider myself a beginner. I would LOVE a step by step video on how to make the apron. I know most sewers could just watch this video and figure it out but I cannot. ( Sad but true). Would love to make it myself but without more instruction I probably would be unsuccessful. If it was available in your Etsy shop I would buy it that's how much I LOVE IT!!!

[@BelindaTN]

I love every one of these projects. I am thinking the apron would make a good gardening or craft apron (because of the pockets). I LOVE the throw but in the picture of you setting with it placed over your lap, made me picture a really cute prairie style maxi skirt. There is no end to what you can make with recycled blue jeans.

[@kailinngillen1182]

Thank you Mary. You are very creative kind and inspiring person. Prayers and blessings for all. ❤🙏

[@TheSzachuey]

I love everything you created!! You're very talented.

[@DonnaRo]

Soo awesome! Such great ideas! Those precious kitty cats warm my heart! 🥰

[@paulabeaulieu52]

What a lovely video!! It is very inspiring to see you used the old jeans. I've made quilts like that in the past and sold them. But then I put my machine away. But even the pot holders make me want to get it back out! Thank you for keeping your mind looking ahead and bringing new/ old ideas to us every week! Love your videos and you and your family!

[@lindamerrick8278]

Mary, your creativity is so amazing thank you for sharing. 😊 God Bless

[@ParamountDisney_AP]

You're creative and an inspiration for so many. I love to sew and this has given me a great idea to make for my daughter and granddaughters. Keep sharing!

[@barbkrieser8972]

Good morning, Mary....you spent the rainy day wisely and created some very useful items...AND you DO explain the process very well...love the quilt and the blanket!!! Your ideas are endless. Have a wonderful day 😊♥️🥰

[@sherryshelton199]

Love everything Mary! God has blessed you with such creativity.

[@peggyengland2341]

I so enjoyed seeing your kitties playing on the floor and with your materials. The projects were amazing. So cute

[@debm6507]

I love all of these projects Mary! I have a huge bag of denim pants and scraps I have been saving for projects. Thank you for this video!

[@joycekendrick6024]

If you don't have them, you must get a cutting mat and a rotary cutter! Once using one, you'll use scissors a lot less for sewing projects! Enjoyed your video so much as always!

[@debbievidal9536]

Excellent. You always finish your projects to such a high standard. You never disappoint. ❤

[@nancypeteja6560]

It shows how we can recycle what we have instead of always going out and buy new stuff.! Everything looks great!! TFS.😊 👍 💖 🍁 🍂 🌻 👖👖👖

[@kaytidmore8412]

Sitting out on my back patio drinking coffee this morning…I was pleasantly surprised to see your video! You inspired me to get my machine out again! Loved the bag!!

[@paulapeter13]

Oh Mary!! You are such a talent. Thank you for your videos. They make me believe I can do this. I'm gonna start with the hot pad!

[@marysetliff2441]

So much fun !! And the cats had a lot of fun, too. That apron really turned out cute. Love it all. Thank you for inspiring us. ❤

[@kathysims8124]

Wow, Mary such beautiful craftsmanship. I love the blanket so much.

[@karenlewis3950]

Wow. I love them. Can’t wait to make all 3 of them. Thank you so much. Looks like a lot of fun to make and I am sure people would buy these. Definitely!

[@conniebyrd3232]

Excuse me Mary, while I pick my jaw up off the floor!!! You are amazing. Thank you for sharing your God given talents with us. Loved it all.

[@irenemustazza6198]

You did an amazing job on all your projects! Each one is unique with it's own character. Thanks for the ideas!

[@margabyl418]

I love the things you made!! The 'Levi's' company should see the items people turn old jeans into!!

[@bonnieodonnell2780]

These all turned out so cute! Great ideas. I made a denim fitted sheet for a crib mattress which is used for a large dogs bed. Works great, tough and washable.

[@peggykelliher5698]

Thank you for sharing your idea. I've been thinking about which fabric to use to cover the cushions on the couch where they all three like to sleep.

[@PattyPaints]

I see the beginnings of a new series: Krafting with Kitties!😸😻

[@karamellett3908]

Loved these projects! Always love you videos, you are so calm and soothing to watch and so great at explaining things! But I'm so curious if you made your sewing machine cover? If so would love a tutorial on how you did that and if not, where did you get it! Take care!

[@patmiller774]

Places that sell custom made quilted bedspreads have large samples. When the patterns are discontinued, they pitch the samples. Take the largest one, fold it in half and stitch the sides together. Voila, a cover is yours!

[@susandavies1024]

TFS this was so different from your normal videos I really enjoyed this Mary 🇬🇧

[@andreatillman1365]

Mary, you are always so inspiring. I can barely sew on a button but want to make a quilt out of my husband old jeans. I always enjoy watching you and the work that you do.❤

[@sandragentz9442]

OMGOONESS! Such great ideas. My husband is an electrician. He goes through jeans like crazy. So many useful things. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@annszajduk2926]

Fantastic ideas love. I loved them all so well thought out for all your designs x

[@eugeniaarzaga3058]

i've used the squares all sewn one on top of the other for the best pot holders we have ever had! they certainly are not as pretty as yours Mary. love, love, the apron!

[@heidil.4651]

This was so fun!!!! You’re amazing Mary! Thank you for sharing your talents with us all!

[@shellydehart8217]

Great challenging video. I’m not much at sewing but your ideas were inspiring. Loved each item you made but the lap blanket wins the prize. Got a good chuckle at Twinkle or was it Pepples trying to play with the pieces of material. Thank you Mary for sharing your gifted talent. God bless my friend ♥️♥️😊👍👍

[@danaandcompany9636]

Good morning! You are so creative, Mary! Seeing you at your fire pit made me wonder what you did with your grandfather’s work table that had been there when you redid the area earlier. I thought I remembered you saying you didn’t know what or if you were going to repurpose it. Just curious. Thank you for sharing your inspiration with us!

[@kellieroth1710]

I've cut legs off jeans to make shorts, now you've inspired me to make lumbar style pillows!

[@deerhearthummingbird3519]

Love your apron!! What a nice ideal to make it out of jeans. All three projects turned out nicely 🙂

[@holly5791]

I have a box full of my husband's old jeans. He passed away 13 years ago. At one point, I started cutting them into squares to make a quilt. I even kept a few of my boy's acid-washed denim jeans from the 80's. Things happened, project tabled, but this makes me want to resume that, now. Oh, I did finish one project. I made a Christmas stocking for my oldest grandson. Great projects! 🙂👍 P.S. Oh, very interesting. When you mentioned using 34 x 32 jeans...that's what my husband wore.

[@talentonboard2456]

So cute! What size needle did you use? Did you use a thicker thread? And the same thread in your bobbin? I have a little stash of denim but my sewing machine tends to act up if I don’t have just the right thread and needle and some parts looked really thick to sew through. Anyway, your projects turned out darling!

[@RemingtonPlayz]

Hi Mary I just could not help but leave a message how much you always inspire me I've got a couple of potholders down there that I was just about to throw away until I saw this video I just wanted to tell you that one of a million reasons that I like you so much is because you do what you love and love what to do.

[@ourhome2260]

Awe the kitties and how they snuggled in the fabric 😻💕💕. I'll come snuggle them so you can sew!

[@deekeene4273]

Great ideas to repurpose jeans 👖 I especially like the apron on you!

[@gailoursler2750]

Mary, your sewing skills are sew special. The sewing skills taught by your Mom. These skills are getting lost to the next generation which saddens me. Thank you for winging it sewing a bag, apron, pot holder and blanket! I love the way Pebbles and Twinkles get into your project! Thank you for sharing your sewing projects! Watching you is such an inspiration to me. God bless you and your wonderful family🙏🙏♥️♥️

[@eunicenield9631]

You have such insight and creativity. Each and everyone of these is fantastic. You are one smart lady.

[@jenniferbranger4231]

My elderly kitty just passed a week ago and I've been missing her like crazy. Seeing your kitty walking all over your project while you were trying to put it together made me smile. Mine loved to do that too. 🐈 Wonderful projects as always!

[@katieheidinger4635]

Oh how I love repurposing old jeans!!! All your projects turned out fabulous!! Makes me want to dust off my sewing machine and make some for myself and friends!! Thanks for the inspo!

[@jenniferschouten2062]

You are truly an amazing talented inspiring lady. Thank you for all your videos.

[@lindabruce2815]

Mary, you are so talented. Love all you do. Thank you.