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22 Denim DIY Projects

From Studded Jean Cutoffs to Upcycled Denim Lunch Bags

— December 19, 2014 — Art & Design
These denim DIY projects range from stud-accented denim cutoffs to upcycled lunch bag accessories that are made with the durable material. Fans of DIY crafts will love the chic ideas from this list and are sure to save some cash when creating their own fashion item or accessory.

Fashion lovers on budget will love these fun projects with favorites including studded shirt tutorials and patchwork denim jacket crafts. Those with an appreciation for unconventional or vintage fashions may want to try the list's corseted jean project or take a stab at ripping and distressing their favorite old pair.

Whatever your style, this list of denim DIY projects offers a wide range of fashion ideas that will add personality to one's wardrobe.
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DIY Americana Apparel
DIY Americana Apparel
The Goodwill Gal Bleach Gel Shorts Celebrate Nationalistic Pride Via Fashion
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DIY Dip-Dyed Cutoffs
DIY Dip-Dyed Cutoffs
These Half-and-Half Bleached Denim Shorts Feature Tiny Rocker Studs
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Sparkly Sequin Jean Accents
Sparkly Sequin Jean Accents
Add Some Pizzazz to Your Ripped Jeans with This Simple Tutorial
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Pearl Denim DIYs
Pearl Denim DIYs
Honestly WTF Makes Embellished Denim Easy and Inexpensive
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DIY Paint Splatter Cutoffs
DIY Paint Splatter Cutoffs
Jeans Become Glamorous Tie Dye Shorts with This Easy Tutorial
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DIY Canvas-Patched Jackets
DIY Canvas-Patched Jackets
This Tutorial is Perfect for Updating an Out-of-Date Jean Jacket
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DIY Tie-Dye Denim
DIY Tie-Dye Denim
These Homemade Tie-Dye Jeans Cost Next to Nothing to Make
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Heart-Decorated Denim
Heart-Decorated Denim
Show Legs Love and Affection with These ‘A Beautiful Mess’ Jeans
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Sci-Fi Denim Jacket Accents
Sci-Fi Denim Jacket Accents
This DIY Activity Turns an Average Jean Jacket into a Galactic Scene
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60s Fashion-Inspired Tutorials
60s Fashion-Inspired Tutorials
History Completely Repeats Itself with This Bell Bottom DIY
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Upcycled Denim School Supplies
Upcycled Denim School Supplies
Turn Old Jeans into Practical Pencil Cases with This DIY Activity
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Upcycled Blue Jean Slippers
Upcycled Blue Jean Slippers
This DIY Project is a Creative Way to Make Use Out of Old Clothing
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Pre-Patched Denim
Pre-Patched Denim
Street Fashionistas Sport Patched Jeans Instead of Ripped Ones
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DIY Denim Bags
DIY Denim Bags
This DIY Project Involves Using Old Jeans to Create Denim Lunch Bags
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DIY Upcycled Jean Coasters
DIY Upcycled Jean Coasters
The Brit & Co. Cocktail Napkins are Hip and Stylish
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Bejeweled Jean Collars
Bejeweled Jean Collars
Honestly WTF Creates a Thrifty DIY Embellished Denim Shirt
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Corset Jeans
Corset Jeans
Maty Davis' Laced-Up Denim Ties You Up After Tearing You Down
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DIY Chambray Corsets
DIY Chambray Corsets
Making a Denim Crop Top at Home Isn't as Difficult as It Seems
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DIY Attachable Sleeves
DIY Attachable Sleeves
The Sweater Sleeve Denim Jacket Tutorial Infuses Mixed Fashion Media
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DIY Orbit-Inspired Clothing
DIY Orbit-Inspired Clothing
The ‘CooCookaChoo’ Galaxy Booty Shorts are Futuristic
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DIY Jean Shirt Embellishments
DIY Jean Shirt Embellishments
The Distressed Chambray Tutorial Updates Basic Blouses
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Hippie-Inspired Jean Tutorials
Hippie-Inspired Jean Tutorials
'DIY Tie Dye Denim' by Honestly WTF is Impactful
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