Leftover Denim

I have tons of jeans that either don't fit or have ripped or frayed beyond repair. I just hate to throw out the material because denim is so versatile. So I have scoured the internet looking for crafts to use my old jeans for and figured I would share a few of my favorites with you.

Denim Do-All Bins from Makezine.com

Denim Tote Bag from Love To Sew Studio

Studio Box from Janeville

Gift Bag from Older and Wiser

Hope this inspires you to do something crafty with your old jeans instead of throwing them away. Happy crafting!

Cedar Point

 A couple friends and I are going to Cedar Point tomorrow. I'm pumped to go because I've just recently gotten over my fear of roller coasters. Seriously, last summer was the first time I rode the Millenium Force or the Dragster. Happy to say I survived, obviously. I used to be the friend that would hold everyone's stuff while they rode the big rides. Now that I'm over that fear we have to figure out what to do with our stuff. Lockers are expensive and often times across the park, bags can't be taken on a number of rides, and pockets, well, you can never be sure stuff won't fall out of them. I am a big fan of pockets in general but, it is always hard to find a pair of women's jeans that actually have some decent pockets. That is a rant for another time.

This year I came up with a cute little pouch to keep the important stuff in (keys, phone, money, cards) that won't fall out of my pocket or make me look ridiculous wearing.

I made it using a pair of old jeans that had worn out. The front has a clear vinyl window that allows me to still see my phone while it's inside. The nice thing about vinyl is that you can still use touchscreens through it. The other side has a small zipper compartment that is big enough to hold cash, cards and keys secure. The small clip allows me to attach it to my belt or belt loop and then stick the whole ting in my pocket. no more worries about losing my stuff.

Repurposed Books

I for one own three devices that allow me to read ebooks on the go and I use them with some regularity. However, I own many, many more physical books than ebooks and I hope that never changes. Any book lover will tell you that there is just something about reading an actual book that can't be replaced by an electronic. The biggest downside to books is that they can only take so much before they wear out and begin to lose pages. I have a few books that if I open, I'm pretty sure they will disintegrate. Too much of my love and time have gone into those well worn books and I can't bring myself to just throw them away. So I took to Google and Pinterest to find new lives for my friends and figured I share some with you.

Book Cover for Your Wireless Router from Apartment Therapy

The Modern Library Storage Bin from Able+Baker Etsy 

Book Lamp from HGTV

 Repurposed Book Purse from Amandita Designs

Book Safe from Art of Manliness 

I hope these ideas have given you inspiration on ways to bring new life to your old friends. Happy crafting!