When I am repairing a torn area on a pair of denim jeans, I have two choices – one is to make the mending as invisible as possible with same color thread or patch, OR make it stand out as a decorative element. I mostly choose the latter – As do a lot of people … Read more
Raw hem is a hemline that’s been left unfinished (not hemmed after cutting). After washing and wearing, frayed and distressed edges are a given on this hem. Raw hem jeans has an edgy look that is considered cool and original. Some brands sell raw hem jeans with a clean-cut edge. In these jeans, the hem … Read more
Upcycle your Old Jeans to ceate an easy to make A-Line knee length Streetwear Skirt
There is a shop that sells second-hand clothes at our place – and when I go there, there is one thing that I always buy. Jean jackets. They are versatile and timeless and never look outdated in their base form. But there is one thing about them that is sort of a disadvantage – they … Read more
When I want to patch a jeans it is not just to hide or fix a hole – sometimes I just want to display the cool patch that I made.There are some very cool patches out there to buy or you can easily make them for this. There are two types of patches – the … Read more
There are many reasons why you might want to turn your old jeans into a skirt, such as doing good for the world by recycling old clothes, deriving satisfaction from making a sustainable choice, and saving money. But what about the benefit of getting a good-looking skirt? Of all the skirts I have, jean skirts … Read more