DIY rugs made from old jeans: a note for needlewomen

Jeans are a versatile and everyday wardrobe item. They have not gone out of fashion for several decades and are likely to be found in everyone’s closet. But over time, any thing loses its shape and fades. If your favorite jeans are pretty frayed, don’t rush to throw them away, because you can make a lot of useful things out of such a thing. One of the successful solutions is a do-it-yourself rug made from old jeans, which will not take you much time to make. The finished product can become an original interior decoration. All that remains is to decide on the technique of its manufacture.

Jeans rug - from simple to complex

Every home has worn-out jeans in their closets, taking up useful space. It's time to clear the shelves for new things, and make useful things out of pants that have served their time. If you have 6-8 distressed jeans in your closet, they will turn into a cozy home accessory.

To begin, wash all the pants, iron them, study the instructions for implementation, and prepare the necessary tools. The simplest rug can be made by those who know how to crochet. Prepare the following tools: sharp scissors, thick needle, thread, crochet hook No. 8-12.

Master class on knitting a beautiful accessory:

Make “yarn” from jeans.
Using sharp scissors, cut even strips, the width of which should be 5-7 millimeters.
Sew them together with thread, alternating strips of different shades. You can sew strips of the same color. and then come up with a combination in the finished product.
Then roll it into a ball.
Using knitting patterns, start making new things. For the first time, knit a square rug.

Knitting pattern:

First you need to knit a chain consisting of air loops, the length of which will be equal to the side of the finished rug.
In the first row, all loops must be knitted with double crochets.
Turn over. In the second row, knit all the loops with single crochets, catching them in the front wall.
Turn the product over again. The third row is single crochet.
Knit the fourth row as the second.
Fifth row - double crochets behind the back wall.
Starting from the sixth row, repeat knitting from rows 2 to 5.
Thus, you should knit the product of the desired size.

You can also crochet a round accessory.

Many needlewomen use yarn cut in a spiral. You need to start cutting the denim strips from the bottom edge of the trouser leg.

A knitted runner is also useful for creating comfort and coziness. For this accessory, you also need to cut denim ribbons, sew them together, and then knit them with regular knitting.

Mat on mesh

This option is suitable even for those who do not know how to knit at all. After all, the hook is used here only as an auxiliary tool.

Here you will need a large mesh. You can buy it at a construction or gardening store. Cut old jeans into flaps fifteen centimeters long and five centimeters wide. If you want a longer pile, then feel free to increase the size.

Thread these flaps into each cell using a hook. Tie them on the net so that the ends point in different directions. At the end of the work, ruffle the pile to make the rug look more stylish and casual.

You can even knit rugs from old things, such as jeans. This is a fairly budget option. And, most importantly, the appearance of such a product is no worse than a purchased one. All you need are unnecessary things, free time and patience.

Idea for the thrifty housewife

A knitted rug can be made from leftover yarn. For an accessory measuring 45x75 cm you will need 2 pairs of men's denim pants, leftover yarn and a hook.

Operating procedure:

Cut strips 3-4 cm wide.
When you start crocheting, fold the strips a little. This way you will add volume to the future product.
Starting knitting, make an air loop, then tie a denim strip.
The strip must be tied with yarn, having decided on the length of the future product. If one piece is not enough, then stripes will need to be added later.

Next, move on to the second row, making two air loops for lifting.

To tie the second row to the first, hook the top of the first row and continue knitting in simple rows.
Knit the entire rug in this manner.
Knit two air loops along the edges - to move to the next row, and at the same time covering the ends of the strips.

When the strip runs out, attach a new one.
In this part, the loops need to be made tighter, knitting more often.

Preparation of material

It is necessary to conduct an audit of denim items and decide which ones will be used.

Favorite things can be given a second life.

Important! Before starting work, it is necessary to prepare the material. Items that will go into production must be washed and steamed with an iron.

This is done so that there are no elongated irregularities on the fabric and the finished product has a fresh, presentable appearance.

We sew rugs using the chenille technique

To make a soft rug you will need a sewing machine. Denim strips can be sewn on by hand, but it is better to sew them on a sewing machine.

Scheme for making a product using the chenille technique:

To get a thing measuring 50x50, prepare 6 pairs of jeans, thick fabric onto which denim strips will be sewn.
Cut ribbons 5-7 centimeters wide.
Adjust the tapes closer to each other on a dense base. You can choose any direction: in a circle, diagonally, vertically, horizontally.
Finish the edges of the product by hand or sew on bias tape.

Let's look at a master class on making a rug from jeans scraps

Another option for carpet material is scraps of denim fabric from old things. This method is easiest to make round and oval products. Let's watch a master class on working with denim scraps.

Materials for work:

Strips of fabric
Scissors
Needle and thread

The strips should be approximately the same color, they should be cut as long as possible, width from 4 to 6 cm.

You will need to weave a braid from the cut strips. There are two options for doing this job. The first is to weave small braids and then connect them as you work. The second is to sew three long strips and weave them into one large braid.

We make the braids carefully, as identical as possible, making sure that the sections are not twisted too much. Regardless of which method you use, the result should be the same - one long braid.
Now we form our product. We fasten the center of the future rug with pins and twist it around it, aligning the braid face up.
We sew the workpiece from the inside so that the seams are not visible. We tuck the end of the braid under the bottom and sew it on.

This method allows you to make a carpet without special tools, but requires a little more effort and patience.

Different shades of denim material create a beautiful contrast; if the strips of fabric are ironed before use, folding them inward, the result will be a little more impressive. Such a rug will look good in the living room or bedroom, and it will only cost the effort expended; in terms of material costs, there are none.

Patchwork technique

Using the patchwork technique you can create a lot of original things. Because denim is durable, it makes a sturdy entryway rug. Another advantage is that it can be washed in a washing machine.

The patchwork technique is simple, but at the same time it allows you to create a large number of original things from fabric of different colors.

You will get an original accessory if you sew not squares, but hexagons with a side of 9-10 centimeters. First, make a template from thick cardboard, then cut as many hexagons as you need for the rug you have in mind.

Sew the hexagons together. Steam from the wrong side. Sew to the base, laying thin padding polyester.

How to weave a denim rug

For this product you will need a large number of old pants. See how to make a great product step by step:

Cut strips 4 centimeters wide from smooth canvases.
Sew the same colors together.
Sew along the stripes.
Turn it inside out and iron it well.
Lay the strips parallel to each other on the table.
Take one strip and start making a mat with a braided pattern, as in the photo.

The ribbons can be simply cut without sewing on a machine. When the braid is obtained, it should be sewn to a dense base, laying a thin padding polyester between the braid and the base.

Another option for braiding: braiding. Choose jeans of different colors, cut them into strips 2-3 centimeters wide, and also sew them together. It is important to cut the ribbons as evenly as possible so that the rug looks neat and beautiful.

If you imagine how to weave braids, then secure one edge of three ribbons and braid. You should end up with one long braid. Don't make it too long to avoid confusion.

How to make a neat rug: on the table, roll the beginning of the braid into a spiral and sew it together. Then continue to wind the spiral, sewing the resulting rows by hand. The tighter you sew, the stronger the product will be. This product can be made without a sewing machine.

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.

Shaggy rug

This accessory can be sewn by hand or by machine. The effect of this rug is that the edges of the squares will be shaggy. Cut into small squares, preferably 5x5. Then sew the squares to each other.

For greater elegance, place the same colors diagonally.

When you have sewn all the squares, wash the fabric in the machine so that their edges become even more frayed. Lay a thin padding polyester between the resulting part and the base. A patchwork rug can be placed in the bathroom or taken on a picnic.

Patchwork track

A patchwork denim runner is suitable as a decoration for any corridor, or as a rug in the bathroom.

Jeans look stylish on the floor and absorb moisture perfectly.

Narrow strips of equal length are cut from denim pants. The width may vary (from 4 to 7 cm), it will be even more interesting. The length of each flap is the width of the future path. The pieces are sewn together with the long side, forming a rectangle with transverse stripes of different widths.

If desired, you can overlock the edges and sew a lining underneath to make the track tighter.

Crafts from seams

The thrifty housewife can turn even the trims and seams of jeans into useful things. Gather the seams and any leftovers and sew them together using a zigzag stitch. Then you need to twist them in a spiral and sew them tightly with tone-on-tone or contrasting threads.

The rugs are thick and strong. Just right for the bathroom.

To get an oblong rug, you need to sew two strips of the same length in the middle, and then fill the entire space around them.

Finally: there are so many ideas that you can easily sew or knit rugs from old jeans with your own hands.

How to do

Such a creative direction as hand-made has become popular today. It’s nice to do what you love and receive unique products that will delight your family, loved ones, and friends. A handmade rug made from old jeans can serve not only as a household item or decor, but also as a gift.

There are many ideas for creating flooring. Patchwork, knitting and weaving techniques, and combining jeans with different fabrics and materials are popular. You can choose the technique that is most convenient for you. Next, we will look at the two most popular master classes that do not require special sewing skills.

Round of braids

It’s good if you have old blue or light blue jeans that you don’t mind using to make a rug. Thanks to the combination of dark blue material with a light reverse side, a decorative product with an attractive variegated color is obtained. We offer a simple master class on creating a rug from braids, it is perfect for beginner craftswomen.

All work consists of several stages. By following the instructions provided, you will get a nice round rug:

Cut the jeans into long strips 5-8 cm wide. The more ribbons, the more weaving fragments you will get;
take three strips and weave them into a regular braid. We continue to do the same with the remaining strips;
Fasten the ends of the resulting blanks with a pin (you can immediately sew them with thread). As a result, you should end up with one continuous, long braid;
twist the braid in a spiral, forming a round base of the product. During the process, it is advisable to fasten the spiral with pins so that it does not fall apart;
All that remains is to correct the elements of the rug, giving it the desired shape. Then we sew everything together with thread on the back side of the product.

A round or oval shape for a rug is the best option. But if you wish, you can give it a square, triangular or diamond shape, or create a specific pattern by combining different shades of denim.

The finished handicraft item can be used as a bedside rug in the bedroom or nursery, hallway, bathroom or on the balcony. A similar small product would work as a cover for a chair, stool or bench. And if you show your imagination, the result of your creativity can be hung on the wall or used as a decorative panel.

Patchwork style

From jeans, you can make an equally interesting version of a rug using your own hands, like patchwork sewing in the patchwork style. The technique is easy to perform, but it will require a lot of flaps to work. The ideal consumable material would be pieces from old, worn, medium-weight jeans. The segments can be square, triangular, rectangular, in the form of stripes, honeycombs, large, small. But it is better to combine pieces of different shapes and sizes.

The creative process of creating an exclusive rug using the patchwork technique consists of the following stages:

You need to cut pieces out of denim. Trimmings must have smooth edges;
Place the resulting flaps on the floor in a specific or chaotic order, according to your idea. The result should be a kind of textile mosaic;
When the drawing diagram is drawn up, we proceed to stitching the parts together. The threads can be matched to the jeans, but a more original solution would be colored threads - they will add the necessary accents;
Do not forget that the rug must be dense and wear-resistant. It needs a foundation. Use an old terry towel, tablecloth or thin blanket. We sew the resulting decorative part to the base;
Cover the edges of the future masterpiece with a bright border. Any fabric will do for this. The edges decorated with bias tape look beautiful.

For the base, you can use pockets, scraps with rough seams, combining them with contrasting patches of other materials similar to denim in density.