Reuse Old Jeans: 37 Creative DIY Ideas for Bags & Home Decor

So you have old jeans that are too small and covered in holes? Here are creative and stylish DIY ideas for upcycling denim into different crafts, from bags to home decor. I have to say, the tote bag ideas are super inspiring!

In part 2, I share ideas for turning jeans into new clothes. The bucket hats and patchwork jackets are my personal favorites!

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creative ideas to diy old jeans

Upcycle jeans into bags


DIY denim zipper pouch inspiration

There are so many great denim patchwork ideas here!


Upcycle old jeans into home decor


Use old jeans to make denim quilts


Upcycle old jeans into children’s & pets toys


Don’t forget to check out part 2 where I cover clothes you can make using old jeans!