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People ask for me to make them constantly. It's also a good way to revamp a couple of pairs of jeans, a tee and a favorite belt that would otherwise end up thrown away. Enjoy!
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People ask for me to make them constantly. It's also a good way to revamp a couple of pairs of jeans, a tee and a favorite belt that would otherwise end up thrown away. Enjoy!
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[[Category:Sewing Bags and Purses]]
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[[Category:Sewing Bags and Purses]]
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[[Category:Denim Projects]]
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[[Category:Denim Projects]]
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== Steps ==
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== Steps ==
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#Cut the jeans at the wanted length. (Where the inseam begins is a good place)<br><br>
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#*Lay them flat and measure from out seam to out seam (that is from one side to the other) add an inch to this measurement.
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#*Lay them flat and measure from out seam to out seam (that is from one side to the other) add an inch to this measurement.
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#Cut a strip about wide and length to measure out seam to out seam plus an inch for error margin/sewing allowance out of both jeans (one for each color)<br><br>
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#Cut a piece out of the place mat or fold, measure and cut duck cloth wide to about less than out seam to out seam measurement. This is for the bottom piece of your purse.<br><br>
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#* Optional: If you want a flap to go over the purse. Decide on a design on how you want your flap to be, but cut pieces accordingly (don't forget the seam allowance).If you want it sturdy make place mat cut out or cut out panels of duck cloth.
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#* Optional: If you want a flap to go over the purse. Decide on a design on how you want your flap to be, but cut pieces accordingly (don't forget the seam allowance).If you want it sturdy make place mat cut out or cut out panels of duck cloth.
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#* Optional: Secret Pockets: Measure Zipper section and Cut a piece from the leg (make sure to leave room for seam allowance).
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#* Optional: Secret Pockets: Measure Zipper section and Cut a piece from the leg (make sure to leave room for seam allowance).
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===Prepare to Sew===
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===Prepare to Sew===
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#The bottom of the purse: Pin and sew each bottom to edges of purses [each bottom to each jean top] (pay attention to form detail- Do you want a square or a round bottom on your purse)<br><br>
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#Pin and sew pockets ( seam allowance will be folded back at the top so it won't be visible)<br><br>
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#* There should a lot of seam allowance left in the bottom pieces: put bottom against bottom with the duck cloth panels or place mat cut out in between and sew it in.
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#* There should a lot of seam allowance left in the bottom pieces: put bottom against bottom with the duck cloth panels or place mat cut out in between and sew it in.
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#Lay the purse aside.[[Image:Make a Reversible Jean Purse Step 6.jpg|center]]
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===The Strap===
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===The Strap===
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Options: Braided Jean Strap/Simple straight strap/Belt strap
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Options: Braided Jean Strap/Simple straight strap/Belt strap[[Image:Make a Reversible Jean Purse Step 6.jpg|center]]
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====Braided Jean Strap====
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====Braided Jean Strap====
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#Cut 3 Pieces of pant leg lengthwise about wide.[[Image:Make a Reversible Jean Purse Step 7.jpg|center]]
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#Fold them in half and pin (back of the fabric facing out).<br><br>
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#Sew end to end leaving enough room to put a safety pin through<br><br>
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#Put safety pin on in the seam allowance, push inside and flip the fabric outside in, making a strap. Follow steps above with the other two straps.<br><br>
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#Braid to length desired.<br><br>
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====Simple straight Strap====
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====Simple straight Strap====
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#Cut out 1 long piece of fabric from one of the Jean legs, about wide (choose one that matches both sides)[[Image:Make a Reversible Jean Purse Step 12.jpg|center]]
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#Fold in half wrong side out, pin and sew along leaving allowance<br><br>
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#Use the safety pin method to turn right side out<br><br>
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====Belt Strap====
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====Belt Strap====
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#Cut out unusable pieces from belt.[[Image:Make a Reversible Jean Purse Step 15.jpg|center]]
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===Attach the strap===
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===Attach the strap===
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#Choose how and where you want to attach the strap.<br><br>
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#Sew along Jean stitching to hide the thread. You can do this by hand with the sewing needle and the rubber grip - it takes forever but have patience.<br><br>
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#Sew over a couple of times to make sure its secure.<br><br>
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===Finish purse===
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===Finish purse===
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#Place and pin flap over piece.<br><br>
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#Make sure secret pocket seam allowance line with edge of seams. Pin if necessary.<br><br>
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#Sew along edges<br><br>
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#Images of finished product
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#Images of finished product<br><br>
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== Tips ==
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== Tips ==
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== Things You'll Need ==
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== Things You'll Need ==
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* 2 jeans: Same size could be different colors or similar.
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* 2 jeans: Same size could be different colors or similar.
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* Good sewing machine with gauge 18 needle (you can use 16 but you will be sewing through think material so I recommend the thicker needles and keep some extra hand sewing needles on stand by for those moments you may need to sew by hand or if you don't have a sewing machine)
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* Good sewing machine with gauge 18 needle (you can use 16 but you will be sewing through think material so I recommend the thicker needles and keep some extra hand sewing needles on stand by for those moments you may need to sew by hand or if you don't have a sewing machine)
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* 2 pairs of scissors (you don't want to use your good sewing shears to cut other stuff)
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* 2 pairs of scissors (you don't want to use your good sewing shears to cut other stuff)
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* Measuring tape
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* Measuring tape
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* Rubber glove or grip to help with hand sewing (believe me- you will need it)
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* Rubber glove or grip to help with hand sewing (believe me- you will need it)
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* Thick thread. (I used upholstery kind) [I used this thread on to and regular thread in the bobbin since I don't have a heavy duty machine]
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* Thick thread. (I used upholstery kind) [I used this thread on to and regular thread in the bobbin since I don't have a heavy duty machine]
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* Pins
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* Pins
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Optional Items :
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Optional Items :
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*> Choose a belt that you love and has a usable length of strap.
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*> Choose a belt that you love and has a usable length of strap.
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*> leather sewing awl purchased in craft stores for about $20.
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*> leather sewing awl purchased in craft stores for about $20.
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*> T-shirt to vamp
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*> T-shirt to vamp
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