UWSSLEC LibGuides: Beyond Recycling: Repurpose and Reuse: Fabric and other material

Denim purse

Cool Crafts with Old Jeans

by Carol Sirrine

ISBN: 978-1-429-64006-0

Remake it!

by Tiffany Theradgould

ISBN: 978-1-40-277194-1

See the directions in the link on the left.

Circle Zip Earbud holder
Use old fabric to make this portable earbud holder.
Notebook cover with pockets
Give your old notebooks new life and style with this idea.
Wristlets key chains
Use this tutorial to create key chains to wear on your wrist.
Zip it pencil pouch
By using old ribbon and a zipper you can create a custom pencil pouch.
Reversible head band
Make these adorable two-sided head bands.
These are pictured at right.
Drawstring bag
Make a drawstring bag to hold your stuff.
Fabric boxes
Use these fabric boxes to hold all of your treasures.
Denim Jean Basket
Use old jeans to make these cute baskets.
Denim purse
Turn an old pair of jeans into a purse.