Recycling Denim – Part 1

If you loved my “Recycling Old Record Albums” blog, chances are you have another type of material that needs to be recycled – denim! Chances are that you have denim that needs recycling, whether it is yours, your spouses, or your kids. Remember that if you are just tired of your old jeans, but they are still in decent shape, you can always donate them to a local thrift store! What can you do with old denim? Here are a few ideas: Hot Rice Pack Oh, do I need one of these with my aching back! You can use the … Continue reading

Ideas for Kid’s and Teen’s Rooms

Have you seen those great sheets that are made from t-shirt material? They are really soft and easy to care for, making them perfect for children’s rooms. They come in solids and prints and they are very affordable. Two things that work well with t-shirt fabric or jersey sheets are denim and fleece. Pillows made from denim and gray fleece like what sweatshirts and sweatpants are made from would be good additions to a casual, comfy child’s room. What could be better for a teen’s room? You can purchase denim and fleece by the yard, but you can also use … Continue reading

Crafts: Cute Denim Wallet or Purse

Do you or your kids have a couple of old pairs of jeans lying around that have seen better days? This is not uncommon. The good news is these jeans can be used for all kinds of craft projects, including making a cute denim wallet or purse. Simple Blue Jean Wallet Cut one back pocket off a pair of jeans, making sure you cut through the inner layer of denim too and leave a little extra fabric at the top (you want the whole pocket, not just the outer portion). Fold over the excess and hem it to create a … Continue reading