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Friday, 16 August 2013

... and a Denim Storage Basket

I am a sucker for a storage basket or tin, even if it's just so that I can kid myself that I'm being organised!! So I decided to make another - this time upcycled from the leg of a pair of jeans!

This is a really simple process and requires minimal sewing... Start with an old pair of jeans and cut a section from the bottom of one leg (mine was 20cm long).
Turn inside out and sew straight along the bottom (the opposite end to the existing seam). To create a box finish, fold each ends over and sew across to give a triangle shape.
When you turn it back the right way, this will give a flat bottom and more of a basket shape.
Fold over the top seam and then decorate to your hearts content!
I used a wide ribbon and bow, which I had saved from some gift wrapping. Then added a lace trim to add to the 80's effect with the stonewashed denim!!
I'm using this for my fabric scraps and the squishy edges mean I can squeeze plenty in! As this was so quick to make, I think I'm going to make a couple more - perhaps for make up storage. What would you use yours for?

If you like this idea, you may also like our Denim Wine Bottle Bag!

Update 12th September 2013: This post has been featured here by Get Your Crap Together
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34 comments:

  1. Scent of style16 August 2013 at 17:06

    Looks great! thanks for the tutorial.
    Have a nice weekend!
    Hugs!!!

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  2. Unknown17 August 2013 at 09:16

    So clever! Have to try that now. And I agree, I too am a sucker for bins and baskets!

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    1. Craftysiany17 August 2013 at 10:02

      Thanks Allie! I reckon you could make a mini collection of these! x

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  3. Lucy Blossom19 August 2013 at 14:26

    What a simple but stunning idea, thanks for sharing how to make it.

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  4. Pickle Lily19 August 2013 at 14:57

    These are great and I have some old jeans .... Jo x

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    1. Craftysiany19 August 2013 at 20:35

      Thanks Jo! Plus this only uses a little big of the jean leg, so you'll have plenty left over :) x

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  5. phatquarters22 August 2013 at 00:01

    What a creative re-fashion! I found you through the link party at VMG206 :)

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  6. free style creating by Villy22 August 2013 at 07:34

    very nice and easy= the best!!!Well done!
    I'm your new follower!
    best wishes!
    http://freestilcreatingbyvilly.blogspot.gr/

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  7. Katie @ Made to be a Momma. 23 August 2013 at 18:01

    This is so adorable! Love the turquoise bow too--its the perfect addition! I would just LOVE to have you share this and anything else at my link party! http://www.madetobeamomma.com/2013/08/homemade-by-you-64.html

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    1. Craftysiany26 August 2013 at 09:43

      Thanks Katie, it was a happy coincidence that the ribbon I'd saved was just the right length!! Thanks as well for the invite to your linky :) x

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  8. Nicole Q.25 August 2013 at 18:06

    Great idea! I think we all have a couple pairs of jeans lying around. I don't sew, but I think even I could make this! Thanks

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    1. Craftysiany26 August 2013 at 09:45

      Thanks Nicole. You should definitely give it a go, especially if you have some jeans lying around!! x

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  9. Unknown26 August 2013 at 09:37

    This is exactly the tutorial I could use. I was just wondering what to do with a pair of jeans that I bought in the wrong size and forgot all about until recently. Thanks for sharing!


    Dropping by from the Dandelion Wishes Hop.

    Del @ spud-nails.blogspot.com

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    1. Craftysiany26 August 2013 at 09:47

      Thanks Del! The beauty of this is that you only use part of one leg, so there's plenty of denim left for other projects!! x

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  10. Nici @ Posed Perfection28 August 2013 at 02:53

    Very clever and a great way to up-cycle those jeans that might not fit anymore. ;-) Thanks for linking up to All Things Thursday Blog Hop last week. Hope to see you again tomorrow night!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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    1. Craftysiany29 August 2013 at 10:25

      Thanks Nici, it definitely better than chucking the jeans away! Love your linky so we'll certainly be visiting this week :) x

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  11. Chelsea B.1 September 2013 at 15:05

    This is so cute. I love denim and I love storage containers. So this is the perfect fit. I’d love for you to check out our Pattern Party! Those with free patterns and templates to share are invited to link up! Starts on the 1st of each month.

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    1. Craftysiany2 September 2013 at 16:52

      Thanks Chelsea! We have shared with your great Pattern Party :) x

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  12. marianna2 September 2013 at 18:58

    Such a great idea! thank you. Can't wait to have a go .......

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    1. Craftysiany3 September 2013 at 20:52

      Thanks Marianna! Would love to hear how you get on :) x

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  13. Craftysiany17 September 2013 at 16:57

    Thanks so much for the feature Chelsea! x

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  14. Alora Boutique5 November 2013 at 21:15

    We love upcycled, functional products. I am going to try this and use African fabrics to decorate.

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    2. Craftysiany11 November 2013 at 22:22

      Glad you liked it! I think African fabrics would look fab :) x

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  15. ChrisW Designs19 November 2013 at 20:30

    Great Tutorial! I hope you will share it in out Bag Brag Tuesday linking party! http://blog.chriswdesigns.com/linking-parties/

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    1. Craftysiany19 November 2013 at 21:39

      Thanks Christine! Thanks for the invite, we've now shared :) x

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  16. Unknown1 January 2014 at 07:13

    I absolutely just adore this! Thank you for sharing this {{{hugz}}}

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  17. Erlene13 February 2014 at 00:27

    I love this idea...so simple and easy to make. Did you just glue your ribbon on or did you sew it on?

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    1. Craftysiany13 February 2014 at 18:10

      Thanks Erlene! I glued the ribbon to itself rather than onto the denim... that way it can be taken off if I fancy changing it! x

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