Upcycled Denim Projects You’ll Love:
5 Stylish Ideas for Crafty Souls
Denim is the one thing we all have way too much of in our closets — and yet, we can’t bear to toss out our favorite jeans, even when they’re ripped, stained, or just… a little too “vintage.” Sound familiar?
If you're a creative soul, get ready to fall in love with your old denim all over again. Grab your scissors, your sewing machine, and—of course—your fanciest buttons, because we’re diving into 5 fresh, stylish ways to upcycle denim into projects you’ll actually want to show off.
1. Denim Clutch with Statement Buttons
Give your old jeans a second life as a cute little clutch! Cut and sew a rectangular pouch from thick denim (like the leg of an old pair of jeans), line it with floral cotton or satin, and sew on a few glamorous rhinestone or glass buttons for a clasp or decoration. Boom—rustic meets glam.
Bonus tip: Use a vintage brooch or flower-shaped button as a centerpiece!
2. Frayed Edge Denim Coasters
If you’re not up for sewing, this one’s for you! Cut your denim into squares or circles, then fray the edges slightly by pulling out the threads. Glue on small decorative buttons in the corner for a playful twist that says, “Yes, I drink wine in style.”
These make cute hostess gifts too!
3. Upcycled Jean Jacket Glow-Up
Turn that basic thrifted jean jacket into your signature piece. Add rows of fancy buttons down the front, on the cuffs, or even along the collar. Try mixing different styles—sparkly rhinestones, metal shanks, or colorful vintage plastics—for a unique, eclectic look.
4. Boho Button Wall Art
Who says denim belongs in a drawer? Stretch a piece of denim over a wooden frame or embroidery hoop, then hand-sew or glue decorative buttons in floral, sunburst, or abstract shapes. Hang it up and tell your guests it’s “sustainable art”—because it is!
Perfect for that minimalist beach house or desert hideaway.
5. Patchwork Throw Pillow
Gather scraps of old denim in different shades—dark indigo, washed-out blue, black—and patch them together quilt-style to make a throw pillow cover. Embellish with whimsical buttons or bold floral ones to add texture and charm. Cozy, artsy, and oh-so satisfying.
Warning: this one might lead to impromptu napping.
Wrap It Up in Style (with Buttons!)
Feeling inspired? All these projects are even better with a handful of beautiful, high-quality buttons—and lucky for you, I just happen to have a shop full of them! Whether you're going for glam, vintage, or quirky-cute, Zaza of Canada has the perfect button collection to bring your upcycled denim projects to life.
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a touch of sparkle and personality!
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