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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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 Posted - Mar 29 2017 : 3:39:17 PM
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There are sew many things that jeans can be re-purposed into...
aprons,
tote/purse (BoHo style)
wallets,
rag rugs
denim quilts
even into Holiday hanging stockings (yes I made 20 of them for gifts).
Last summer I made a little wallet thingie... I use it when hubby & I are dashing out and I don't need to lug around my handbag,, so I use this, toss in my Drivers Lic, a tube of lipstick, my cell phone and some cash. It's small enough and yet I can hang it over my shoulder..
my sunglasses or my phone can go in the back pocket and my D.Lic, lipstick & $ go into the front pocket that I can button closed.
this is todays sewing project...
the inside...
the back side...
Easy peasy project to keep my out of mischief!
All in all I have about $2.50 invested. The jeans (girls) was $1 and the fabric was a scrap piece left over from a quilt and I have no idea where the belt buckle came from... lol!
Ironicly if I were to add in 'labor'.. that would come to about $15 so the supplies was the cheapest part,,, 
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 06:25:51 AM
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Me, too! I love both of those, Grace. You said back and front pockets. Did you sew the button-down pocket onto another piee of denim?
I've made denim Christmas stockings several times. I plan to make some more and put in my sale stuff this year. I've made a couple purses. I love your pocket purse. I need to look for some blingy pockets.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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buzzn bee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Deborah
Muncie
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 07:55:53 AM
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Grace, How crafty! Your pocket purse is just to stinkin cute.
Love love, it. I just told my son and daughter "Save those pockets." I want to make one for my 2 granddaughter's and one for myself.
(Shhhh, don't tell anyone.) LOL!
Truly, they are adorable! Great job! |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 09:07:29 AM
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Yep, I cut a piece of denim from the leg snd then blanket stitched it to the pocket... giving it a double pocket, one open to slide something in and then the (main) button down pocket to keep things secure.
We have a Native American Indian Tribe Casino up here...and they have several restaurants, so once in a blue moon we will go to dinner there... and I use my lil pocket purse...no need to bring a big cumbersome handbag... plus I don't gamble so all I need is my D.L., lipstick and a stick of gum... oh and my reading glasses... lol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7231 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 10:04:05 AM
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Grace, these are so dang cute! I love the purple floral fabric. It reminds me of Hawaii. I was just thinking of showing these to my friend and see if she would like to join me in making some. We could even make one for her girl. So many ideas!!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 10:21:02 AM
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Krista...
I hand stitch the lining on to the inside at the bottom of the waist band.
I just measure the fabric to fit inside the jean...stitch the sides and bottom and allow about a 1" hem at the top then iron down the hem... slide the fabric into the jean, pin in place and stitch away.
Also I tack stitch the front (button/zipper) together to kerp the front permanently buttoned...
Hope that makes sence.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7231 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 10:30:37 AM
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Thanks for the tips Grace! I will start looking for some yard sales and such for cute girls jeans!
Krista |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4407 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2017 : 5:41:57 PM
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That is stinkin adorable Grace and pretty ingenious too!
Farmgirl #7703
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 01 2017 : 08:59:15 AM
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I stopped into 2 different Thrifts... and found the uber blingy back pocket jeans (lots of rhinestones) ... but... the one was $9.98 & the other was $10.00... so needless to say, I passed...
I will be heading down the mountain later this week with a gal-pal to do some junktiquing... and continue the search....
How come when I find a fun re-purpose project...all of a sudden it becomes $$$$...
The few jeans I bought were in the dollar range...
and I got the blingy jean that I cut the pocket from...for $3.00
I gave the other pocket to a friend to craft with...
Oh well... i will keep my eyes open...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 02 2017 : 11:10:34 PM
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Ok, finished another one...
I used the drapery weight Toile fabric for the lining, handle and tie...
I found the rhinestone button and lil belt buckle in my stash...
backside of the jeans...
and the lining...
I really need to buy a newer/better camera... this one just doesn't take great photos...
Ok,,, I still need to make 2 more Jean Butt purses.... lots of birthdays coming up! :>)
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 03 2017 : 08:13:37 AM
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Very cute, Grace!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - Apr 03 2017 : 7:03:52 PM
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Grace, soooo nice. You are a crafting whirlwind! LOL!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
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Posted - Apr 04 2017 : 09:52:57 AM
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Grace,
They all came out amazing! Love, love, love them. Thanks for the inspiration. What a great idea!
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
FGOTM August 2012
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 04 2017 : 8:35:25 PM
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Oh Good Stars! I went Thrifting today and scored more denim jeans... well sort of!
I found 2 pair with cute blingy butt pockets and then I found a cute denim skirt,,, and thought,,, why not!
Sew I will try making a BOHO jean purse out of the skirt...
pair #1
pair #2
and the skirt...
oops! kitty stole the skirt... lol!
I had just pulled it out of the dryer,,, and she loved the scent and warmth... silly kitty...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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naturemaiden
True Blue Farmgirl
2569 Posts
Connie - Farmgirl #673
Hoosick Falls
NY
USA
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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sargesproudwife
True Blue Farmgirl
174 Posts
Christine Marie
NY
USA
174 Posts |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2017 : 10:02:24 AM
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Nice, grace.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 07:34:36 AM
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I have used adult jeans to make a clothespin bag. I love it! I "snaked" a wire coat hanger around inside the waistband to keep the shape, cut it off to fit, and crimped a "hook" on each end of the wire to hook it together. Then I use two of the wire drapery loop/hooks (pear-shaped thing-a-ma-jigs?) to hang it on the clothesline. I'm giong to make more of those to sell, I think.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 09:01:44 AM
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Oh Dang!!! What a great idea!
Now why didn't I think of that??????
Ya have to make an other one and show us.....
Oh Great... yet another project to try.... right after I finish my critter mini aprons... a rag quilt bag .....!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 10:15:13 AM
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Nah nah nah nah! I beat you to a project. Here is another for the Texans, or others. A piece of denim and lace, trims, or strips of fabric. (this one used a piece of wood for the blue - so another easy way to do it.)
Of course, it could be made into a US flag, too. LOL! In fact, Meg had directions for a similar one in a July 2015 MJF Sisterhood Issue 2 years ago. Here is the link: http://www.farmgirlsisterhood.org/MJFSisterIssue/NewsletterImages/2015-07.pdf
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 2:43:28 PM
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Here is a picture of the 6 I've put together today.
 
The blue is denim and there are 5 strips of reds and 5 strips of white/cream (for each color 3 in front and 2 staggered in back). They still need a white star, sticks (I'm going out to look at some branches in the yard) through the channel I made on top and twine to hang it with. With the upcoming Memorial Day and July 4th holidays, maybe I can use up some scraps and sell some of these for RVs or front porches.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7114 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7114 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 2:50:47 PM
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Linda would men's ties work instead of ribbons? Every time I'm in the Salvation Army I look at them. Some are so pretty and interesting that I want to do something with them. Years ago I collected them in hopes of making a Victoria crazy quilt but I never did and the ties went to the Goodwill.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2017 : 3:09:16 PM
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Yes, I'm sure you could use ties. Ties are pretty long, and I think each tie could make 2 strips or more. I have a container of ties, left over from a bow tie quilt I made out of them, but many are in smaller pieces. I also have a pattern to make "flower" pins from the ties. Maybe I'll start a new topic for uses for mens' ties and see what other people think.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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