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02-28-2011, 11:16 AM

#161

Wunder-Mar

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Saddle bags or handlebar totes for MEN who use walkers. The vets in the VA love them. I also use old camos for this, too (which is permitted use of an old uniform).

02-28-2011, 02:46 PM

#162

jkrzemi

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Do you have a pattern for this pincushion it is realy cute?
OH just read above thanks for the link

02-28-2011, 06:06 PM

#163

VickiM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jaciqltznok

I have to do a class for my OHCE group on recycled denim.
While I use denim all the time for repurposed items, I was wondering, what is YOUR favorite thing to use old jeans, jumpers and skirts to make?

I love shopping bags! and rugs!

I have a few things that I've made using denim...will post some tomorrow...haven't seen anything posted on here yet like what I made.

02-28-2011, 10:14 PM

#164

SewExtremeSeams

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VickiM, looking forward to seeing what you have created. Suspense is killing me. :shock: :shock: :shock:

03-01-2011, 07:13 PM

#165

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SewExtreme

VickiM, looking forward to seeing what you have created. Suspense is killing me. :shock: :shock: :shock:

Sorry to keep you waiting, I wasn't able to get on the computer till now. I am posting a jacket (black jeans, quilted sleeves, embroidery on pockets--front & back), vest (medium denim & using some kids jeans for all the decorated sparkly stuff added to it--front & back), vest (white denim & I did applique & embroidery on it--front & back).

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03-01-2011, 08:34 PM

#166

frannella

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I would love to see one of your rag rugs made out of denim--cqn you post a photo? Best regards

03-02-2011, 06:00 AM

#167

dashton4

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Quote:

Originally Posted by frannella

I would love to see one of your rag rugs made out of denim--cqn you post a photo? Best regards

I want to see a rag rug too!

03-02-2011, 06:56 AM

#168

SewExtremeSeams

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VickiM, now that was well worth the wait. I love how you used the waist band for the bottom of your jacket. All of your work is beautiful. Wow. Thank you for posting. :-D

03-02-2011, 07:17 AM

#169

lonestardreams

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Well, now I am inspired. Boo hoo, I have a full day day that does NOT include stitching. Okay- later maybe.

03-02-2011, 01:46 PM

#170

Butterflyblue

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Quote:

Originally Posted by oksewglad

I'd be interested in seeing the "saddle bags"--guys are always fixing fences around here.

I used the legs below the knees (which were worn out) from one pair of jeans, I think. Cut them open along one seam so that I had two large rectangles, folded up the bottom hem to make pockets, and sewed the two halves together, leaving a hole in the middle so that it would go over the gas cap.

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