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Summer Shorts from Old Jeans Refashion Sewing Tutorial

Summer Shorts from Old Jeans Refashion Sewing Tutorial

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Summer Shorts from Old Jeans Refashion Sewing Tutorial
Summer Shorts from Old Jeans Refashion Sewing Tutorial

Summer Shorts from Old Jeans Refashion Sewing Tutorial

Do you ever feel like you look awesome, but then something puts you back in your place? I was dropping my son off at daycare, feeling kind of pretty in a tank top and tighter fitting pair of jeans I haven’t worn in a while. His teacher says, “I love your outfit! It’s so early 2000s”…

…. oh boy. I wasn’t going for early 2000s, but my jeans are definitely from that time period. They are low rise.. and if they are that recognizable as being out of fashion, it’s time to change them up! I’ve been needing a new pair of summer shorts for gardening around the house and this sounds like the perfect pair of jeans to cut up! Refashion, here we go!

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comfy sweatpants tutorial

DIY – The Comfy Sweatpants Tutorial

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Winter is coming, and I’m going to make a nice pair of comfortable sweatpants for my husband to lounge around the house in. These pants will have an elastic waistband, drawstring, inseam pockets, and cargo style patch pockets.  We’re looking for handy and comfort here.  So, without further ado, read on for my Comfy Sweatpants Tutorial!

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ankle length jeans tutorial

DIY – Upcycle Old Jeans into Ankle Length Summer Jeans Tutorial

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I was cleaning out my closet a while back and decided to get rid of an old pair of jeans.  I loved them, but had them for years and they were wearing out around the back end, so I decided it was time to move on and tossed them into my bag of clothes to get rid of.  Recently, I was thinking of what to bring on my upcoming holiday and was wishing I had a nice pair of summer jeans to bring along.  I fell in love with the length of ankle jeans, like those that can be found at Forever 21 and Macy’s.  This length looks great with a pair of wedged sandals or heels and is a fun alternative to traditional shorts or capris.

I thought of this old pair of jeans and decided to upcycle them, and fix them up.  If I get one more season out of them, it would be worth while.  Well, they turned out better than I had hoped for!  I often pair these with my shirt that I made with my Upcycle Romper into Tunic Top Tutorial.  So, read on for my Upcycle Old Jeans into Ankle Length Summer Jeans tutorial…

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