How to Turn Old Jeans into a Handbag
A 4-part course with Izzy Meimsaab
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I grew up making dolly clothes and there was only one career for me... in Fashion. Currently I work for a premium fashion brand in England. I use my spare time to share my passion for creativity and recycling fashion. I've been told I am a very good... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 1 min
- Lessons 4
- Attachments 4
- Exercises 22
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33 CQ
4 Lessons in This Course
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11 minFREECrafts lesson 1Free6 CQ
Repurpose your old jeans into a stylish handbag! This tutorial, the first in a series, shows you how to prepare your denim and lining for stitching.
with Izzy MeimsaabRepurpose your old jeans into a stylish handbag! This tutorial, the first in a series, shows you how to prepare your denim and lining for stitching.
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16 minCrafts lesson 29 CQ
Continue to make your DIY handbag from recycled jeans! In this second lesson in a series, learn how to sew pockets and make a professional-quality zipper panel!
with Izzy MeimsaabContinue to make your DIY handbag from recycled jeans! In this second lesson in a series, learn how to sew pockets and make a professional-quality zipper panel!
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14 minCrafts lesson 38 CQ
You’re halfway done with your DIY handbag made from old jeans! In this third lesson in a series, learn how to finish your pockets, and see the bag take shape!
with Izzy MeimsaabYou’re halfway done with your DIY handbag made from old jeans! In this third lesson in a series, learn how to finish your pockets, and see the bag take shape!
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18 minCrafts lesson 410 CQ
Complete your DIY handbag made from old jeans! In this final lesson in a series, learn how to sew the lining to the denim and how to finish up the bag.
with Izzy MeimsaabComplete your DIY handbag made from old jeans! In this final lesson in a series, learn how to sew the lining to the denim and how to finish up the bag.
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753 min7-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, review how to make a party dress with a bow back and a flirty kick bottom. Learn to draft the pattern, cut the fabric, sew the dress, and finish it with a sturdy bias binding.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, review how to make a party dress with a bow back and a flirty kick bottom. Learn to draft the pattern, cut the fabric, sew the dress, and finish it with a sturdy bias binding.
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756 min7-part Clothes Making course31 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a basic t-shirt from drafting a pattern to cutting out the fabric and stitching it together on your sewing machine.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a basic t-shirt from drafting a pattern to cutting out the fabric and stitching it together on your sewing machine.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
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2 minFREECrafts lessonFree2 CQ
If you’re working with thick fabrics, it’s difficult to get a clean, flat seam. Enter the seamless zigzag join! Learn how in this 2-minute lesson from Izzy.
with Izzy MeimsaabIf you’re working with thick fabrics, it’s difficult to get a clean, flat seam. Enter the seamless zigzag join! Learn how in this 2-minute lesson from Izzy.
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10 minCrafts lesson6 CQ
In the first part of this sewing lesson from seamstress Izzy Meimsaab, learn how to begin making your own simple basic tote bag using fabric of your choosing!
with Izzy MeimsaabIn the first part of this sewing lesson from seamstress Izzy Meimsaab, learn how to begin making your own simple basic tote bag using fabric of your choosing!
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
Making your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
with Mimi G StyleMaking your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
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10121 min10-part Crafts course67 CQ
Stamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
with Fabulously ArtsyStamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
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1248 min12-part Crafts course30 CQ
We’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
with uBloomWe’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
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354 min3-part Crafts course28 CQ
Make a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
with Fiber Designs By AnnMake a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
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659 min6-part Crafts course32 CQ
Combine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
with Deby ColesCombine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
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1371 min13-part Crafts course42 CQ
In this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.
with Video WorkbenchIn this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.