How To Turn Old Jeans Into A Stylish Tote Bag

Denim jeans came in the 1800s, conquered and decided to stay! From dungarees to jackets, denim is loved and worn by women of all ages. But they also wear out with time or we switch from skinny jeans to trendy bell bottoms. This leads to your jeans lying somewhere in the closet eating dust until it's finally time to throw them away. What if we tell you that you don’t have to throw it away and bring it to good use in some easy, quick and creative ways?

As the fashion industry is constantly evolving, tote bags are what is currently called the new style statement. They are chic, cool and effortlessly stylish. If you have old denim jeans buried deep into the closet, by following some simple steps, you can convert them into a stylish tote bag. So, here’s your simple and quick guide to making a durable, versatile and functional tote bag from scratch using old jeans.

Converting Old Jeans Into A Tote Bag: Material Required

• Old pair of jeans
• Scissors
• Pins
• Sewing machine
• Plastic Sheet

How To Convert Old Jeans Into A Tote Bag

Step 1: Prepare the Jeans

• Cut off the bottoms of both legs
• Remove interior hem up to the crotch
• Turn jeans inside out and lay flat

Step 2: Sew Interior Hems

• Press and pin cut edges together
• Sew a straight line, using a zig-zag or double stitch
• Repeat on the back side

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Step 3: Create the Bag Tube

• Trim excess fabric
• Pin and sew the bottom opening
• Turn the tube right-side out

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Step 4: Add Corners and Handles

• Pin and sew corner lines
• Fold and tack corners in place
• Cut and sew handle strips from excess fabric
• Attach handles to the waistband using an "x" shape

Step 5: Add Bottom

• Measure and cut plastic sheeting or cardboard
• Insert into the bag

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