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Toilet paper holder -

This fun design will look far more cool and interesting than simply leaving your TP in its plastic packaging!

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Dog bed -

Putting some soft interiors inside an old pair of jeans will make an ideal bed for your dog—although it will have to be a small dog!

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Patchwork blanket -

This may require a few old pairs of jeans, and certainly a fair amount of time sewing, but you could create a pretty patchwork blanket!

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Protector -

Denim is a fairly sturdy material, so draping a pair of ripped jeans over a table surface could protect it from scratches.

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Gift box -

A gift box can be jazzed up by being covered with denim. The recipient will be grateful for the effort you've made.

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Pencil case -

Creating a pretty pencil case from denim will produce a cute and practical result!

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Belt -

This will require a bit of effort, but a long strip of denim could be utilized to make a trendy belt!

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Wallet -

You may need some sewing skills to finish off the edges of the wallet, but it's definitely a striking and practical use for your old jeans!

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Jewelry box -

Completely covering a small cardboard box with denim will create a much prettier place to keep your jewelry!

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Mini furniture -

If you have children who like being creative, a tiny piece of denim will be sufficient to create a mini chair cover!

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Toys -

Whether it's for babies or pets, you can have fun creating little toys from denim.

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Coaster -

A small square of denim could be easily utilized as a drinks coaster, and will attract the curiosity and attention of your guests!

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Tags -

Whether it's for gifts you are giving, or if you're using them as price tags, little cut shapes from denim will make pretty tags.

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Novelty accessory -

Why not jazz up your boring cables and chargers with a cute little cut-out denim shape?

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Shopping bag -

As you will be aware, the world is rightly trying to reduce the use of plastic as much as possible. Create a very strong and reliable shopping bag from your old jeans.

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Cushion/pillow cover -

A very practical and comfortable use for an old pair of jeans is to use the fabric to create a strong and durable cushion cover.

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Rags -

If you need some cloths and rags for wiping floors or working in the garage, tear up your old jeans!

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Novelty flower -

If you are looking for a cute little accessory, why not make one out of denim?

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Patches -

Perhaps you have another pair of jeans that just need a slight repair. Cut a piece from the ones that are truly finished with, and sew over that hole!

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Plant pots -

For an ecological and sustainable way to keep your plants upright and happy, look no further than your old jeans! The material will also help to keep the soil moist.

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Rug -

If you are very creative and craft-minded, you can create a rug that incorporates strands of denim for a great colorful effect!

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Christmas decorations -

Why not let the children do some arts and crafts around Christmas (or any time) and make some novelty decorations?

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Doll's house accessories -

Just a tiny bit of denim can create a perfect accessory for a doll's house—like a miniature carpet or rug!

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Love note -

Whether it's a Valentine or just a sweet surprise gesture, a heart-shape crafted from denim shows more time and effort expenditure than a store-bought card!

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Hand bag -

Forget about spending a small fortune on a handbag when you can just make one from your old jeans!

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Napkin -

A sturdy and easily washable napkin can be made from your old jeans.

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Apron -

It should be easy to craft an apron from bits of your old jeans. Sewing will be required, but it'll be worth it!

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Dog accessory -

Want your dog to be cool and stand out from the crowd? A cool denim outfit is guaranteed to get some attention!

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Key ring -

Just a little bit of sewing could turn a small piece of denim into a very cute key ring.

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And finally... -

If it's just the ends of your jeans that are frayed and beyond repair, why not cut the pant legs off? You'll have a great new pair of shorts!

See also: Denim: the journey of jeans

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