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DIY Jean Crossbody Bag

Follow this easy DIY crossbody bag tutorial for a great way to upcycle an old pair of jeans into a fun and useful little purse.
Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour
Course: Sewing
Yield: 1
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • Sewing Machine
  • Scissors
  • Fabric marker

Materials

  • Pair of old jeans
  • 2 D rings .5 inch
  • Strap
  • Snap fastener

Instructions

  • Mark a rectangular area around one of the jean pockets and cut it out.
  • Turn over the top and sew to give it a finished edge.
  • Cut out the other jean back pocket close to the edge to use as a flap. Trim the top to the length you want.
  • Cut out a piece of denim from the jeans to match the size of the first pocket cut out.
  • Pin the second cut out pocket on top with right sides facing and sew it together along the top edge.
  • Next, lay the original pocket on top of the second pocket with backing with right sides together.
  • Sew the sides and bottom together and clip the bottom corners.
  • Turn right side out.
  • Add D-rings to each side by cutting two 1 inch squares of denim. (That's where you will clip on the leather strap.)
  • Fold the denim over and slide a D-ring over top.
  • Then sew both edges to each side of the bag.
  • Add a snap on the bottom center of the flap for closure.
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