Get ready to rock your denim as Jeans for Genes week kicks off tomorrow. This annual event not only raises awareness and funds for people with genetic conditions but also gives you the perfect opportunity to show off your best denim. And if your jeans are looking a bit worse for wear, don't worry! We've got five genius ideas to revamp them and save you some cash at the same time.
Denim to Dye For
If your jeans have lost their original color and are looking dull, don't despair. A pack of dye can bring them back to life! Take a look at the Dylon all-in-one machine dye, available for just £6.99 at The Range. This amazing product can restore the original color of your jeans or give light jeans a whole new hue, like a deep violet or olive green. You can even dye an old pair black to transform them into a smarter pair of trousers.
Rip, Rip, Hooray
Don't throw away your jeans just because they have a tear. Instead, embrace the ripped jeans trend by creating your very own pair. All you need is a sharp pair of scissors. Make a few extra rips, then fray the edges by picking at the cotton with tweezers or a needle. You'll have trendy ripped jeans in no time!
Dino Delight
Got a hole in your jeans? No problem! Badges and patches are the perfect solution. Hobbycraft has a wide variety of iron-on or sew-on patches in different designs, starting from just £2. You can choose anything from daisies to dinosaurs to cover up that hole and give your jeans a fun and funky look.
Earn Your Stripes
If you're looking for a new pair of jeans without breaking the bank, charity shops are a great place to start. You can often find lightly-worn jeans for around £5. And here's a stylish no-sew project for you: apply a contrasting velvet ribbon down the side seam. All you need is some extra strong Wundaweb (available for £3.45 on Amazon) and a length of velvet ribbon. You can find step-by-step instructions at papernstitchblog.com/diy-side-stripe-pants.
Read All About It
If you know someone who loves crafts and would enjoy giving their denim a new lease of life, they'll love the book Denim Upcycled – Breathe New Life Into Old Jeans by Janet Goddard. This book features 25 projects for recycling jeans and is available on Amazon for £13.89. It's the ultimate guide to getting creative with your denim and saving money in the process.
All prices mentioned in this article were correct at the time of publication. However, deals and offers are subject to availability.
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