How to make a blanket from old jeans with your own hands, detailed instructions

A DIY blanket made from old jeans is a way not only to give new life to unnecessary things, but also to decorate any room with a stylish and original product. Many needlewomen prefer to use old things to make various products, and denim fabric can be used to make a blanket that will last for many years. Today we will look at the types of techniques and ways to create such unusual things.

DIY blanket made from old jeans

What do novice needlewomen need to know?

Making a blanket from old jeans with your own hands is quite simple, because the way of joining fabric fragments is reminiscent of a regular mosaic. In order to obtain such a product, it is important to maintain consistency during work.

First you need to select materials and prepare all the necessary equipment. This must be done so that everything is at hand during the work process. Next, you have to choose the most suitable scheme - here it is important to take into account your personal preferences and the characteristics of the material.

Approximate scheme for making a blanket

Craftsmen use a variety of patterns to create quilts, and you can choose one of them or design your own. Beginners are recommended to choose the most primitive and fastest option. At the same time, the finished blanket will look no worse than more complex products. So, you can gain experience, after which any scheme will not seem too difficult.

Homemade patchwork quilt

It is important to remember that any old product from which you plan to make a blanket should be brought into a neat appearance (washed and ironed). In this case, washing should be as gentle as possible at low temperatures so as not to damage the structure of the material. For extra softness, you can dip your jeans in rinse aid.

Rules for caring for denim

Plaid with fringes

Materials:

• 350 squares 15x15 from old jeans;
• 350 fabric squares 15x15 (can be multi-colored);
• machine;
• scissors;
• wire cutters;
• a brush with stiff bristles.

Instructions:

1. Take a denim square and apply the wrong side to the wrong side of the lining.

2. Let's make one more preparation.
3. Fold 4 layers of fabric so that the denim side is on the outside.

4. Let's make a line.

5. Next, we sew the pairs into fours, fours into eights, etc.

6. After all the squares are sewn, we use cutters to make notches along the seam, but so as not to damage the stitches.

7. We cut off the corner joints.

8. Now we “comb” the joints with a brush to create a fringe.

9. If necessary, you can iron the product using the steam function to avoid distortions. The blanket is ready.

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Which jeans are best to use?

Even though blankets are made from old jeans, they should only be made from durable fabric. Therefore, you should choose them taking into account the following nuances:

1. It is better not to use any worn fragments of jeans for work. If they are present, it is better to carefully cut them out with scissors. Any parts with holes are also not suitable for making a blanket; it is better to get rid of them immediately.
2. The material should be of a single color, in which case the product will turn out to be especially attractive and even strangers will not suspect that it is made from scraps. You can combine denim material of different colors in one product, but it must have the same structure. Old jeans should look neat

In some cases, craftswomen skillfully combine fabrics of different textures in one product. So, during the sewing process they add fragments of burlap, velvet and other materials.

Uncover

You can sew a blanket from old jeans using different cutting patterns - the end result will be products of various shapes, sizes and designs. To make the work progress faster, you first need to prepare the denim flaps. The number and shape of fragments depend on the chosen blanket model. The following cutting options can be used as samples:

• to sew a bedspread from patchwork-style squares with fringe, you need to cut out 350 pieces of jeans and fabric, size 15x15 cm;
• to make a blanket from several blocks with motifs, you need to prepare 20x20 cm squares of denim in two shades;
• for sewing blankets from jeans and shirts, make 120 squares 12x12 cm and 120 strips 2.5x12, 2.5x14.5, 2x14.5, 2x16.5 cm;
• Sewing a simple blanket from square patches requires 352 denim pieces measuring 12x12 cm.

You can think over the design of the model yourself or use ready-made ideas. This type of needlework can be classified as a creative handmade technique. By sewing a patchwork plaid, you can realize any ideas. Blankets with a mosaic layout of patches, the use of contrasting fragments, a combination of denim and cotton fabric, and fluffy fringe look beautiful.

Schemes for making a bedspread

The most beautiful products are obtained when needlewomen work using the same technique. There are different options for patterns: some people prefer to use large pieces of fabric, while others prefer small ones.

So, you can create all kinds of patterns. Some professional craftswomen prefer the technique of creating patchwork quilts from pieces of fabric of different lengths and widths. We will look at the most well-known techniques that have been successfully used for many years.

Blankets in various techniques

Table No. 1. Common techniques for making patchwork quilts.

Making a denim blanket from pieces of fabric is not at all difficult

How to make a blanket from old jeans?

The version shown in the photo shows a bedspread, each block of which consists of three strips of the same size with a seam in the middle. Proper arrangement of colors makes the blanket interesting to look at.

• Use denim in different colors to achieve dramatic differences between patchwork pieces.
• You can also use not only denim, but also add other materials to it.
• Remember - the lighter the weight of your fabric, the easier it will be for you to work with it.

DIY patchwork quilt

Of course, making products of this type is only suitable for very patient and careful needlewomen. During the work process, special care should be taken, only then can you obtain an aesthetic product.

At the same time, despite certain difficulties, the result of the work done will definitely please you - such a blanket can be laid on a sofa or bed, and the durable material will reliably protect bed linen or furniture upholstery for a long time.

You can read about how to make a bed out of wood with your own hands in our article.

We will need to prepare the following:

1. Old jeans. To do this, you should take several pairs at once. Moreover, if the product looks too untidy (it has greasy stains, various marks, holes), then only relatively intact fragments need to be cut out of it. Here it should be borne in mind that the fabric can be of all kinds of textures and different colors, and it is necessary to imagine the appearance of the finished product in advance in order to select the scraps of the desired color.

   
   You should prepare pieces from jeans

2. Fabric for lining. It should be borne in mind that the reverse side of such a blanket should be as comfortable as possible, and therefore soft. In this case, it is preferable to use materials of natural origin. For example, many craftswomen use natural wool - this is the product that will turn out to be as comfortable as possible (but the cost will also be high). Denim patches are often sewn onto ready-made fleece blankets, which are quite inexpensive.

   
   Camel's wool

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3. Threads and strong needles. You should choose tools that are designed to work with denim. Salespeople in specialized stores usually help you choose the best option. In this case, the color of the threads is also important, because they must perfectly match the color of the material itself. However, in some cases, craftswomen deliberately choose a radically different color of thread, and thus additionally decorate the blanket.

   
   Set of sewing accessories

4. Pins, claws and needles. So, if you have a sewing machine, the process of creating a product will take much less time. At the same time, it is necessary to select all the necessary equipment for it, because denim is very strong and not every needle can be used to stitch it. You will also have to purchase special feet necessary for creating decorative stitches on thick fabric. Any beginner, before starting to work with a sewing machine, is recommended to experiment on unnecessary fragments of material. Sewing machine accessories
5. Chalk, scissors, measuring tape and pattern. It is worth noting that it will be much easier to make a blanket if you have a pattern in front of you. It can be made using ready-made templates. Materials and devices that will be used during work

Step-by-step instruction

Step 1. First, you need to prepare the scraps that you will need to work with. We will use square pieces of denim. We cut pieces of denim fabric of the same size. It is important to do this carefully so that they are uniform.

Blanks

Most often, standard sizes of 12x12 centimeters are used, but if desired, you can take any parameters as a basis. To make a large product you will need about 150 of these scraps (it is always better to cut with a reserve). Squares of the same size are cut out from the lining.

You need to take a square of denim and attach it to the back of the lining fabric

All four layers are folded so that the denim is on top. Making a stitch

Important. To make the process of cutting out squares easier, it is recommended to prepare a pattern of exactly the same size from thick cardboard.

Upon completion of stitching the squares, it is necessary to make cuts along the entire perimeter of the seam.
This should be done very carefully so as not to touch the seam itself. In this way you can get a blanket with fringe.

Step 2. Next you will begin the process of sewing the blanket. First of all, the denim fragments are attached to each other from the inside out. Thus, the seam will be on the front of the blanket, its width will be about 15 millimeters.

Denim squares are connected to each other

Step 3. Next, other fragments are gradually added to these squares, resulting in a solid strip. You should prepare several of the same strips at once.

Connecting the fragments

Step 4. These blanks are connected to each other with a seam on the front side - this is how a blanket is made.

Sew strips into a blanket

If desired, you can make bright accents on the blanket using fabric of a different shade.

Techniques for stitching flaps

It is recommended to make a blanket from denim scraps yourself only after training on light types of fabrics.

To do this, you will need to sew a blanket from square-shaped scraps of different shades, connecting them together with a machine stitch. The front part is made of shreds, and the back part consists of a lining of one large piece of fabric.

You can use unnecessary curtains, tablecloth or bed linen. Despite the wide variety, the most popular stitching methods can be identified: squares, watercolors, stripes or patchwork.

Stripes

Sewing with stripes is the simplest and allows you to quickly make a bedspread with an ornament or pattern.

It is possible to sew the fabric, forming it from scraps, according to the following instructions:

1. Sew the flaps back to each other in stripes. Leave the remaining seam up to 1.5 cm wide on the front area.
2. Form strips - 10, 15, 20 pcs. by parameters.
3. Sew the strips together and stitch the lining at the bottom.
4. On the front area at the seams, make a fringe using scissors.

To make a seam with fringe, the fabric will need to be cut along its length, moving 5 mm away from the seam. Pull out the transverse threads with a brush or your hands, and then fluff the edges of the fringe. In the case of making fabric without fringe, the blanks are sewn in strips so that the seams are hidden from the inside.

There is an additional method for stitching with stripes, which involves making a pattern. Strips of material look unusual in the form of logs, zigzags, diamonds, and fir trees. To begin with, prepare a sketch, according to which the stripes are created, and a blanket is made from them according to the intended pattern.

Patchwork

Very often, when interacting with textile materials, handmade craftsmen turn to the patchwork technique, since old jeans can be used to make a blanket based on rounded parts. This may require up to 5 pairs of trousers, a CD and a set of sewing tools.

A master class on making canvas using the patchwork technique is described below:

• When the material is prepared, apply circles to the surface of the material on the underside using a CD and a pencil.
• Draw an odd number of fragments along the contours and display a geometric figure in each.

• Along the folds, sew all the flaps together so that the stitching is even.
• Sew all marked seams, steam the circle allowances or smooth them with an iron.
• Sew the allowances with a zigzag into the inside of the rounded flaps, stitch the fabric, edge it or sew on the lining.

To create a bright product, multi-colored square-shaped scraps of any fabric or insulating material can be placed in the circles before zigzag stitching. The design is based on the accumulation of a large number of denim details, the edges of which are stitched and then decorated.

If you don’t have a lot of jeans, you can use any denim items or alternately use scraps with inserts and other material. The thinner the material, the easier it is to process and create stitches.

Watercolor

The originality of this technique is based on the fact that the fusion of denim bases is based on their combination in a set sequence, taking into account the color scheme of the material.

Initially, the plaid is created from light-colored material, placing them in the central part, and squares of dark shades are added closer to the ends. You can also do the opposite - dark middle, light ends.

The features of sewing a blanket are described in the following steps:

1. Select the fragments of the flaps so that their colors smoothly intersect with each other.
2. Alternating from light to dark and vice versa can be done to the center or in a spiral.
3. The most important task is to create a visual effect when applying a color palette.

This work requires a lot of time and patience, since the technique is complex in selecting a color shade from a certain number of rags. The result will be a blanket that looks original with furniture upholstery, and will also improve your watercolor stitching skills.

Quick squares

The square stitching method is suitable for less experienced craftsmen. It is necessary to master the design of three-color squares from several pairs of trousers of different shades.

Also cut out 2 rectangular flaps from 2 different materials and stitch them along their entire length. The resulting seams on the wrong side are smoothed out and steamed. The third blank is made from fabric of another color range in the form of a rectangle identical to the width of the strip of 1 and 2 geometric shapes.

All prepared materials are sewn on the outer areas so that the sleeve comes out. You can cut out three-color squares from the resulting product, and also use blocks to sew the bedspread together.

Products made from scraps have always been in great demand, especially today at the peak of the popularity of handmade things. This textile will help decorate absolutely any room. Despite all the difficulties of tailoring, the finished product will turn out to be very unusual and exclusive.

Blanket made of stripes with a 3D pattern

There is another way to make a blanket from pieces of fabric, which produces an equally attractive and comfortable product. It is worth noting that for some beginners this method may seem more complicated.

The finished blanket will have such an unusual pattern

Step-by-step instruction

Step 1. It is necessary to prepare the material that will be used as a substrate. An unnecessary cotton sheet is best suited for this (the main thing is that it is intact). The cut dimensions must match the blanket. A few centimeters should be left to allow for seam allowance.

Preparing the material for the base of the blanket

Step 2. Next we need to take the denim and cut it into strips about 45-50 millimeters wide. If desired, you can make such blanks narrower or wider - it depends on what kind of blanket you plan to get in the final result.

Cutting denim strips

Step 3. Next we have to make a hem of about 1 centimeter on each side of such a strip. After that, you need to go over the hems with an iron to fix them in this position. In this case, we used three shades of fabric (we sew from darker to lighter).

We form hems on both sides of each strip

Step 4. We attach the strips of the main color to the backing using special sewing needles. The image shows seven such fragments, but if desired, you can make more of them (then the blanket will be, accordingly, wider).

We fix the strips on the substrate - it is important to check that they are positioned evenly

Step 5. Next, take a strip of a different color and pass it under the first strip at an angle (as shown in the photo).

We use a strip of the second color

Step 6. We continue to lay the same strip under the main ones. You must follow the same pattern as in the image.

We lay the strip further

Step 7. We pass another strip under the first two at the same angle (as in the image).

Passes a strip of a different color under two base strips

Do the same with the entire blanket.

As a result of the work done, this should be the basis for the formation of the subsequent drawing

Step 8. Then you should take a strip of a different color and pass it, starting from the right edge. The result should be a kind of rhombus - this allows you to connect the squares from the previous material with each other.

Pass a line of a different color at an angle

The result should be a blanket like this (after the first strip)

Step 9. The same steps must be done with another strip of this material.

Gradually, an unusual three-dimensional pattern is formed on the surface.

Step 10. After all the strips are connected, you need to fold the base and stitch it. In this way we made an unusual blanket from old jeans.

Fold the base and stitch it

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Fabric preparation

Jeans are suitable for sewing a patchwork bedspread. If there are several things of different shades and textures, this will only be a plus. Their combination will make the bedspread more interesting.

Before you begin cutting, items must be washed in warm water. After this, you should rip, or better yet, cut off all the seams and pockets on them. Areas with embroidery, rhinestones and other decorative elements can be left; they will only decorate the bedspread. Next, the fabric needs to be ironed or steamed well.

When the fabric is prepared, you should decide what parts the fabric will consist of. Several techniques are suitable for a patchwork blanket made of jeans:

1. Squares . The canvas can be assembled from identical squares or squares of different sizes. For one product, you can use several templates at once - 10 cm by 10 cm, 15 by 15, 20 by 20, 25 by 25. Using shapes of different sizes is convenient because the jeans parts will produce more squares and less waste.
2. Stripes . The bedspread is also easy to assemble from identical or different rectangles.
3. Patchwork . More complex technology. The canvas is assembled from different shapes according to a specific pattern.
4. Crazy patchwork . Suitable for making a fabric not from whole jeans, but from remaining parts (for example, if the items have already been used for some crafts). In this case, the canvas is assembled from various shapes in random order. The main thing is that the parts fit tightly together and there are no gaps between them.

Once the technique has been chosen, you can begin cutting out the parts. For convenience, you should first draw a pattern, determining the place for each fragment. Or you can cut out the parts and then lay them out on a flat surface, forming a canvas.

If any pieces extend beyond the edge line, they should simply be trimmed before or after stitching.

Round patchwork technique

In the process of work, it is not necessary to use only squares or rectangles - some craftsmen prefer to make blankets from round pieces of fabric.

In this case, you will need to prepare the following:

• disk;
• a simple pencil;
• scissors;
• old jeans;
• sewing supplies.

Step-by-step instruction

Step 1. You need to carefully iron the old jeans, then draw circles on them on the back side, using a disk (stencil) for this. After which they should be cut out.

Round blanks

Step 2. From the wrong side of our parts we draw an even square.

Draw a square on the other side

Step 3. Next you will need to fold the fragments together with the front sides facing inward. In this position, the parts should be basted. At the same time, some craftswomen prefer to exclude this step, but beginners are advised to make an outline. Then you can sew the details.

Making a stitch using a sewing machine

Step 4. Next, you need to lay out the parts and straighten the allowances.

Straightening the allowances

Step 5. Next, you should make a zigzag seam on the bend (you need to set certain settings on the sewing machine).

Making a zigzag seam

Step 6. Next you need to make a hem and sew such parts together.

Sew the parts together

Step 7. Based on this model, you can make a blanket - to do this, you need to put a piece of another material inside.

We take pieces of other material

Place the pieces inside

Sew the parts together

Video - Method of making a blanket from jeans

Denim scrap rugs

You can also create beautiful and original rugs from denim scraps. Anything can be used: torn pockets, old shorts, collars and cuffs.

The pieces can be square and rectangular, small and large, combined with each other.

To make it you will need:

• lining;
• denim scraps of various sizes and shapes;
• tailor's pins;
• sewing machine.

Execution process.

• A lining of the required size is spread on the floor.
• Scraps are randomly laid out on the lining, as if laying out a mosaic. The goal is to cover the lining with denim pieces so that it is not visible. Note! At the time of design, it is recommended to periodically step aside to look at the product from different angles.
• If the mosaic is pleasing to the eye, you need to secure each cut with a pin or baste.
• You can start stitching the parts together.

These can be identical pieces of different shades, arranged in some kind of geometric pattern, or placed in a completely chaotic order.

Recommendations from experienced professionals

Beginners will always find some recommendations from experienced craftswomen useful:

• It is advisable to carefully tear off the back pockets of all pairs of old jeans, because they can also be useful for decorating the finished product;
• It is not necessary to wash and iron the entire old jeans; you can first cut out fragments from them and carry out these manipulations with them;
• Don’t be afraid to combine denim of different shades in one blanket;
• you need to purchase only strong, thick needles for sewing denim;
• Jeans that are too old can fall apart during work, so it is advisable to sew them together in large fragments. Pockets should be carefully opened

Round and oval braid rug

The old method of our grandmothers and great-grandmothers is weaving a round rug from braids. The process is interesting and creative.

This carpet is quite dense and wear-resistant.

Yarn preparation.

• The fabric is cut into long strips of equal thickness, 2-3 cm.
• Carefully sew the ribbons together to create a thick thread. Don't worry, these seams won't be visible in the finished product.
• Now the resulting rope must be wound into a ball.

The more ribbons, the more weaving fragments you will get.

For a carpet with a diameter of 1 meter you will need approximately 70 meters of such yarn. The yarn is divided into three equal parts, these three threads are sewn on one side and an ordinary braid is woven.

Take three strips and weave them into a regular braid.

Note! The braiding must be uniform, otherwise the carpet will turn out crooked and sloppy.

As you weave, the braid is twisted in a spiral, sewing the rows together every 3-5 cm.

How to care for a denim blanket?

Making a blanket from pieces of fabric is quite labor-intensive work, so it would be a shame for any craftswoman to damage the product as a result of improper care. So, if it is used as a blanket for a sofa, it will require monthly washing and cleaning of dirt as needed. It is worth noting that a product made of denim is suitable for pet lovers, because you can quickly remove hair from it, and it is not so easy to tear it with claws or teeth.

It is important to adhere to the following care recommendations:

• small traces of dirt can be wiped off using a regular dishwashing sponge, after wetting it;
• The product must be washed every month using regular powder;
• products that combine denim with delicate fabrics can only be washed by hand with a mild detergent;
• You can dry the blanket after washing by hanging it on the dryer or in a horizontal position.

  
  Some types of denim can only be washed in a washing machine on a delicate cycle.

In order to make a blanket from pieces of denim with your own hands, you do not need to have any experience working with similar products. There are a large number of fairly simple schemes that anyone can handle. Of course, it is important to know how to use a sewing machine - after all, all the lines must turn out perfectly even. Accuracy, patience and a little imagination, and then the blanket will turn out beautiful and you will use it with pleasure!

Rules of care

In order for the bedspread to last for a long time, it is recommended to properly care for the product. If it serves as a blanket for the sofa, you need to wash the product once a month, and also clean it when it gets dirty. A denim blanket will be an excellent replacement for a traditional blanket, especially if there are animals in the house. It is very easy to remove wool and any dirt from such material.

Basic care rules:

• minor dirt can be removed from the fabric with a damp sponge;
• Once a month or when soiled, wash the product in a machine with added powder: the washing mode is set according to the density of the fabric;
• You can wash the bedspread by hand: in water at room temperature and with a mild detergent;
• There is no need to soak the bedspread first;
• You can dry the bedspread in the usual way in the dryer or on the balcony.

A beautiful, original blanket made of denim patches will be a good holiday gift: it will lift your spirits, cause delight and fill the room with comfort.

Rectangular rug made from denim braids

You can also make a rectangular decoration for the floor from denim braids. For this you will need:

• ready-made denim braids;
• thick fabric;
• thread, needle, scissors.

The fabric is taken the size that the carpet should be.

The braids are cut to the same length as the fabric. Their ends are carefully sewn or glued so that they do not unravel. Then the first braid is sewn evenly to the edge of the fabric, and then the next one, and so on row after row. Along the perimeter, the edge of the carpet can also be framed with a bias. Ready!